Event News
2026
July
Navy renders assistance to dengue prevention programme at University of Moratuwa
In a major stride towards eliminating mosquito breeding grounds, the Sri Lanka Navy rendered assistance to a dengue prevention campaign at the University of Moratuwa today (7 July 2026). This initiative aligns with th...
Navy extends support to bolster national campaign for dengue prevention
In a dedicated effort to turn the idea of “Towards a Dengue-Free Colombo” into a reality, the Sri Lanka Navy contributed to the ongoing national dengue prevention campaign for the third consecutive day today, 7 July 2...
Commander of the Navy pays courtesy call on Hon. Speaker of the Parliament
The Commander of the Navy, Vice Admiral Damian Fernando paid a courtesy call on the Speaker of the Parliament, Hon. (Dr.) Jagath Wickramaratne at the Office of Hon. Speaker, today (7 July 2026).
Navy joins hands in national drive to combat dengue menace
Bolstering national public health efforts, the Sri Lanka Navy has deployed its personnel to support a dengue prevention campaign rolling out from 05 to 12 July 2026. This collaborative initiative i...
26th Commander of the Navy Admiral Kanchana Banagoda honoured in farewell salute
Admiral Kanchana Banagoda relinquished command of the Sri Lanka Navy on completion of his tenure today (01 Jul 26). He assumed office as the 26th Commander of the Navy on 31 Dec 24. Admiral Kanchana Banagoda rendered ...
June
Commander of the Navy promoted to the rank of Admiral
The Hon. President of Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka, Anura Kumara Dissanayake, in his capacity as the Commander in Chief of the Armed Forces, promoted Commander of the Navy, Vice Admiral Kanchana Banagoda...
Rear Admiral Hasantha Dassanaike Appointed to cover the duties of the Director NACWC
His Excellency Anura Kumara Dissanayake has appointed Rear Admiral Hasantha Dassanaike to cover the duties of the Director National Authority for the Implementation of the Chemical Weapons Convention (NACWC), with eff...
Navy empowers Air Force personnel with vital water survival training
Reflecting inter-service synergy, the Sri Lanka Navy conducted a Water Survival Training Course for Sri Lanka Air Force personnel. Conducted by the Navy's Special Boat Squadron (SBS), the programme was held at the SBS...
Navy drives digital transformation with e-GP awareness programme
In a commitment to enhancing transparency, efficiency, and accountability within its procurement processes, the Sri Lanka Navy hosted an awareness programme on the electronic Government Procurement (e-GP) system. Held...
Commander of U.S. Pacific Air Forces meets with Commander of the Sri Lanka Navy
The Commander of the U.S. Pacific Air Forces, General Kevin Schneider, met with the Commander of the Sri Lanka Navy, Vice Admiral Kanchana Banagoda, on 23 Jun 26 at the Navy Headquarters in Colombo.