The Royal Malaysian Navy's (RMN) second batch of Littoral Mission Ship (LMSB2) is set for completion by 2027, marking a significant milestone in enhancing Malaysia's maritime defence capabilities. The project officially began with a symbolic "steel cutting" ceremony held at Istanbul Shipyard, Türkiye. This event, officiated by RMN Chief Admiral
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Ex MALAPURA RMN-RSN Sailors Strengthening Bilateral Maritime Collaboration
LANGKAWI, 21 Nov – The Sailor’s Interaction Ceremony was successfully held at the Tun Rahah Auditorium, Langkawi Naval Base. Hosted by Warrant Officer of the Royal Malaysian Navy (RMN), the event marked another significant milestone in the ongoing collaboration between the RMN and the Republic of Singapore Navy (RSN). This regular
Royal Malaysian Navy Chief Visits Singapore for Bilateral Exercises and Strategic Engagement
SINGAPORE, 14 Nov – Admiral Datuk Zulhelmy bin Ithnain, the Chief of the Royal Malaysian Navy (RMN), continued his official visit to Singapore with a tour of the Republic of Singapore Navy (RSN) facilities at Changi Naval Base. During the visit, Admiral Zulhelmy and the RMN delegation were briefed at
Inspection Visit to KD Selangor and KD Tun Razak
110th Anniversary Battle of Penang: Russian Navy’s Tribute
On 14th October 2024, four Russian naval ships—RFS Gromkiy (335), RFS Rezkiy (343), RFS Aldar Tsydenzhapov (339), and Pechenga—arrived at the Swettenham Pier Cruise Terminal, Penang. Their arrival was welcomed by a delegation from the Royal Malaysian Navy (RMN) led by Captain Yusman Darmawan, Deputy Commander of the RMN’s 3rd
KD PENDEKAR Successfully Salvaged and Afloat Once More
KUALA LUMPUR, 13 October 2024 – The Royal Malaysian Navy (RMN) announced the successful salvage of KD PENDEKAR, which was refloated at 1638 hours on 12 October 2024. The vessel is now undergoing preliminary repairs before being officially returned to RMN. The salvage operation, though met with several challenges, has been
Building Trust and Lasting Friendship between Malaysia and Singapore Navies
KUALA LUMPUR, 7 October 2024 – The 32nd Navy-to-Navy Talks (N2NT) between the Royal Malaysian Navy (RMN) and the Republic of Singapore Navy (RSN) were successfully held at the Malaysian Armed Forces Officers' Mess, marking a significant milestone in regional maritime cooperation. Co-chaired by Rear Admiral Farizal Myeor, RMN’s Assistant Chief
Visit and Attendance at the Reception on ITS “MONTECUCCOLI” by Deputy Minister of Defence
KUALA LUMPUR, 3rd October 2024 - The Deputy Minister of Defence, YB Adly Zahari, conducted a visit and attended a reception hosted on the Italian Navy's multi-purpose ship, ITS “MONTECUCCOLI.” The ship is currently on a six-month mission in the Indo-Pacific region, with Port Klang being one of 13 ports
Admiral Datuk Zulhelmy Ithnain Appointed as 19th Chief of Navy
KUALA LUMPUR: Admiral Datuk Zulhelmy Ithnain has been appointed as the Royal Malaysian Navy's (RMN) 19th admiral, succeeding Admiral Tan Sri Abdul Rahman Ayob, who will be retiring. Zulhelmy, who earlier held the position of the acting Navy chief, is the second submarine officer to helm the Navy. The official appointment and
Fallen Navy Diver Arman San’s Remains Flown Home for Burial in Sabah
Johor Bahru - The remains of the late Leading Seaman Arman San bin Hermansa, who tragically lost his life during the salvage operation of KD PENDEKAR last Wednesday, have been claimed by his wife at the Forensic Department of Sultan Ismail Hospital (HSI). After the post-mortem procedures were completed, the remains