TLDM Boat Loses Control During LIMA ’25 Maritime Demo Rehearsal

Ops & Training

15th May 202517th May 2025

The Royal Malaysian Navy (TLDM) has issued the following statement: 1. During a rehearsal for the maritime demonstration in conjunction with the opening of the Maritime Segment at the Langkawi International Maritime and Aerospace Exhibition 2025 (LIMA ’25), one of TLDM’s boats lost control. https://youtube.com/shorts/l48Nc_Pd1tg?feature=share 2. There were no fatalities or serious injuries

LCS 2 Achieves Major Milestone with Successful Technical Downslip at Lumut Naval Shipyard

Technology

11th May 202513th May 2025

LUMUT, 8 May 2025 – The Littoral Combat Ship (LCS) 2 successfully underwent its technical downslip, marking its first official entry into the water. This critical milestone follows the signing of the Downslip Safety Checklist earlier in the day. The technical downslip marks the beginning of a new phase in the

Singapore Senior Minister of State for Defence Visits KD LEKIR During IMDEX

Defence Relations

6th May 20256th May 2025

SINGAPORE, 6 May - RMN vessel KD LEKIR, currently in Singapore, received a visit by the Senior Minister of State for Defence, Mr. Zaqy Mohamad today. He was accompanied by RMN Chief of Navy, Admiral Datuk (Dr.) Zulhelmy bin Ithnain and his Singaporean counterpart, Rear Admiral Sean Wat. KD LEKIR is taking

Proposed Establishment of Naval Region 4 Headquarters in Muara Tebas to Strengthen Sarawak’s Maritime Sovereignty

Security & Sovereignty

24th March 202524th March 2025

MUARA TEBAS, 24 March 2025 – Kampung Geobilt, Muara Tebas, located approximately 20 km from Kuching, has been identified as a proposed site for the establishment of the Naval Region 4 Headquarters (MAWILLA 4). This initiative aims to enhance maritime security and reinforce the presence of the Royal Malaysian Navy

Exercise MALPAN 2025 Strengthens Malaysia-Japan Maritime Defence Relations

10th March 202512th March 2025

KOTA KINABALU, March 10 – The Malaysian Armed Forces (ATM) and the Japan Self-Defense Forces (JSDF) have successfully conducted the Malaysia-Japan Bilateral Exercise (MALPAN) 2025, aimed at strengthening maritime defence cooperation between both nations. The exercise, held from 4 to 10 March, focused on enhancing interoperability, joint operational capabilities, and strategic

Malaysian Navy Chief’s Visit to French Aircraft Carrier FS Charles de Gaulle

Defence Relations

2nd March 20255th March 2025

KUANTAN, March 2 – Chief of the Royal Malaysian Navy (RMN), Admiral Datuk (Dr.) Zulhelmy bin Ithnain, accompanied Defence Minister YB Dato’ Seri Mohamed Khaled Nordin on a visit to the French Navy’s aircraft carrier, FS Charles de Gaulle (CDG), as it sailed through Malaysian waters in the South China

Second Batch of Littoral Mission Ship (LMSB2) for the Royal Malaysian Navy Scheduled for Completion by 2027

Technology

5th December 20245th December 2024

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

Ex MALAPURA RMN-RSN Sailors Strengthening Bilateral Maritime Collaboration

21st November 202426th November 2024

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

15th November 202415th November 2024

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

9th November 20249th November 2024

Defence Minister Khaled Nordin: - During a visit to the Royal Malaysian Navy (TLDM) base in Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, I had the opportunity to observe the operations of KD Selangor, an Offshore Patrol Vessel (OPV) in the South China Sea. My arrival was accompanied by the Secretary General of the