The Chamber of Marine Industries of Sri Lanka (CMISL) successfully held its Annual General Meeting (AGM) on 15 September 2026 at Amari Colombo, bringing together distinguished guests, industry leaders, professionals and members of the marine and maritime sector.
The AGM marked an important milestone for the Chamber, providing an opportunity to reflect on the progress and achievements of the past year while setting the direction for the future development of Sri Lanka’s marine industry.
The event was graced by, Industries and Entrepreneurship Development Ministry Secretary Thilaka Jayasundara as the Chief Guest, while the Export Development Board Chairman/CEO Mangala Wijesinghe, attended as the Guest of Honour. The presence of these distinguished representatives, together with leading personalities from the marine, maritime, shipping, boat-building, tourism and related sectors, added significance to the occasion.
The AGM also saw the appointment of the new office bearers of the Chamber. Ricky Barnett was appointed as the new Chairman, with Adityavikram More continuing as Secretary and Akalanka Rathnayaka serving as Treasurer. The new leadership will work closely with the Executive Council and Chamber membership to further strengthen the industry and promote the interests of Sri Lanka’s marine sector.
The incoming Chairman Ricky Barnett, was warmly welcomed by the membership, with members expressing their confidence in the new leadership and their commitment to supporting the Chamber’s initiatives in the coming year.
The outgoing Chairman Indhra Kaushal Rajapaksa, congratulated Barnett on his appointment and wished him every success in his new role. During his tenure, Rajapaksa played an important role in supporting the Chamber’s activities and advancing initiatives aimed at strengthening Sri Lanka’s marine industry. His contribution and leadership were acknowledged with appreciation by the Chamber and its members.
The AGM provided an opportunity for members to engage with industry stakeholders and exchange views on the opportunities and challenges facing the marine sector. Particular emphasis was placed on the importance of collaboration between the private sector, government institutions and other industry stakeholders to create an enabling environment for sustainable growth.
Recognising Sri Lanka’s vast potential in marine-sector manufacturing, boat building, marine and offshore services, nautical tourism, and marine sustainability, the Chamber continues to serve as a vital platform for industry representation, collaboration, and growth
The AGM concluded with appreciation extended to the Chief Guest, Guest of Honour, distinguished guests, members, sponsors and all stakeholders who contributed to the success of the event.
The Chamber looks forward to working under the leadership of Chairman Ricky Barnett, together with the Executive Council and its membership, to further strengthen Sri Lanka’s position as a competitive and sustainable maritime and marine hub in the region.