Early April, Sail Lanka welcomed a new group of interns from the Ocean University of Sri Lanka.
For us, internships matter because Sail Lanka is not learned from a textbook. Our work happens in real conditions and real rhythm: schedules, guests, weather, safety, teamwork. The sea forces clarity. Either things are prepared properly, or they are felt immediately on board. That is exactly why this kind of placement is valuable. It is […]
HAVN and Seatek supporting fishing communities in Jaffna with new sail sets.
The Building A Future Foundation (BAFF) and Seatek, our fabric, metal and fiberglass workshop recently provided four sets of sails to fishermen in Jaffna, continuing SLYG support for local communities. This initiative follows an earlier donation that delivered two fishing boats to support their daily work. With the addition of these sail sets, the objective […]
The SLYG annual cricket match : One field, one group, one tradition before Sri Lankan New Year.
Every year, the Friday before Sri Lankan New Year, Sea Leisure Yachting Group comes together for a tradition that has quietly become one of the most telling moments of our calendar: the SLYG cricket match. It is not an “event” in the corporate sense. There is no script, no staged speeches, no long explanation needed. […]
Strengthening coastal rescue efforts with new RIBs
To mark the Sri Lankan New Year, two rescue boats were delivered by HAVN to the Sri Lanka Life Saving Association to support their work along the coast. This initiative was carried out by Gammadda, with support from the Minderoo Foundation. HAVN, part of Sea Leisure Yachting Group, designed and built the two rigid inflatable […]
The Women Behind SLYG: A look back at International Women’s Day !
International Women’s Day 2026 International Women’s Day always comes with its share of campaigns, posts, and statements. This year, we chose a simpler approach inside Sea Leisure Yachting Group: instead of speaking about women across the ecosystem, we took the time to listen to them. We met women working across different branches of the group, in very […]
Welcoming the BAFF 2026 Student Intake
We are proud to welcome a new batch of students to the “BAFF” Foundation for 2026. Every intake is a reminder that the Foundation exists in the first place to create real opportunities, build real skills and to support long term pathways of young people into the blue economy. Two training paths, one shared ambition […]
SLYG at Boat Shows: One Group, Multiple Frontiers
Over the past weeks, Sea Leisure Yachting Group has been present across key marine events in the region, with the objective to show what Sri Lanka’s maritime ecosystem can deliver today, and where it can go next. For SLYG, these boat shows are not only commercial milestones but strategic touchpoints where operators, suppliers, institutions, and […]
The Saturdays with the BAFF at Ruhunu Sailing Club creating new path for local youths.
As 2025 comes to a close, it is a good moment to look back at the parts of our ecosystem that carry the most meaning beyond day-to-day operations. One of them is the Ruhunu Sailing Club, a programme attached to the BAF Foundation, which runs every Saturday and introduces young people from the South of […]
OV40 CARLA I: Gran Canaria’s Premier Catamaran from Ocean Voyager by SLYG
The OV40 CARLA stands out among Gran Canaria’s catamaran fleet, offering premium maritime experiences along the island’s stunning southwestern coastline. Operated by Watersports Luis Molina from Anfi Beach, this catamaran has earned its reputation as one of the Canary Islands’ finest tourist catamarans. The CARLA accommodates up to 35 passengers in comfort and style. Its […]
VIBE 1: A New Addition to Pattaya’s Day-Cruise Fleet
This December marks an important moment for Ocean Voyager and waters of Thailand with the introduction of VIBE 1, the newest OV 64 now successfully launched and delivered. Purpose-built for high-capacity, high-comfort day operations, VIBE 1 is expected to play a significant role in strengthening Pattaya’s growing marine tourism landscape. Designed for Capacity, Comfort, and […]