04th January 2026 09:34:01 Hours
Six newly commissioned officers of the Sri Lanka Army Ordnance Corps, including three lady officers, met the Quarter Master General and Colonel Commandant of the Sri Lanka Army Ordnance Corps, Major General W M S N Wijekoon ndc AATO on 2 January 2026 at RHQ SLAOC. During the meeting, the Colonel Commandant emphasized the importance of maintaining discipline, professionalism, and excellence in their careers.
03rd January 2026 00:40:39 Hours
The Unveiling Ceremony of "Major General Lionel Aluvihare Drive" was held at RHQ SLAOC on 2 January 2026, marking a moment of profound significance in honour of distinguished service, leadership and enduring legacy. The drive has been named in recognition of Major General Lionel Aluvihare’s pivotal role in identifying and selecting the present camp premises, a decisive contribution that laid the foundation for the establishment and continued development of the Regimental Headquarters of the Sri Lanka Army Ordnance Corps.
02nd January 2026 18:49:07 Hours
With the guidance of the Quarter Master General and Colonel Commandant of the Sri Lanka Army Ordnance Corps, Major General W M S N Wijekoon ndc AATO, together with Mrs. Shirani Nirmalin Wijekoon, President of the Seva Vanitha Branch, and under the supervision of the Commandant, School of Ordnance, Colonel CT Siriwardana Lsc AATO, the School of Ordnance, in collaboration with the Sri Lanka Army Ordnance Corps Seva Vanitha Branch, conducted the customary all-night Pirith Pinkama on 19 December 2025.
07th November 2025 00:26:14 Hours
The Sri Lanka Army Ordnance Corps proudly celebrated its 76th Corps Day with a series of solemn and memorable events held at the Regimental Headquarters. The celebrations paid tribute to the Corps’ proud heritage, honouring its fallen heroes while strengthening unity and camaraderie among all ranks.
07th November 2025 00:06:04 Hours
The main Corps Day celebration took place on 14 October 2025 at the Regimental Headquarters, with full military honours. The Colonel Commandant was warmly received by the Centre Commandant, Brigadier AGCR Amarasinghe USP ato, in keeping with military traditions. A Guard Turnout and a Corps Day Parade highlighted the professionalism and discipline of SLAOC.
06th November 2025 23:51:08 Hours
An All Ranks Get-Together was held on 17 October 2025, adding a festive spirit to the celebrations. The event, graced by the Colonel Commandant, featured a musical performance by the renowned SLAOC band “Super Ronds,” which entertained the gathering and created an evening of joy and camaraderie among officers and soldiers alike.
06th November 2025 23:45:30 Hours
To conclude the 76th Corps Day celebrations, a Retired Officers’ Get-Together was held on 24 October 2025 at the Officers’ Mess, Regimental Headquarters SLAOC. The event brought together retired and serving officers, reviving old memories and reaffirming the lifelong bond between past and present members of the Corps. The fellowship evening symbolized the unity, respect, and tradition that define the SLAOC family.
09th July 2025 16:54:12 Hours
Major General W M S N Wijekoon ndc AATO officially assumed duties as the 18th Colonel Commandant of the Sri Lanka Army Ordnance Corps on 09 July 2025, during a dignified and graceful ceremony held at the Regimental Headquarters, Sri Lanka Army Ordnance Corps (RHQ SLAOC), Dombagoda.
09th July 2025 15:19:23 Hours
A ceremonial farewell was accorded to Major General E M M Fernando Hdmc Lsc AATO, the Commander Logistics Command and Colonel Commandant of the Sri Lanka Army Ordnance Corps, marking his retirement from the Sri Lanka Army after an illustrious military career spanning over 34 years. This dignified event took place on 07 July 2025 at the Regimental Centre, Dombagoda, in keeping with time honoured military customs and traditions.
02nd June 2025 07:01:10 Hours
Upholding the traditions and customs, the Commanding Officer of 4 (V) SLAOC Maj HMCCB Herath USP Lsc ato with all officers warmly welcome the Colonel Commandant on 26th May 2025.
