Australian Navy Ship arrives

The Royal Australian Navy Ship ‘HMAS Newcastle’ arrived at the Port of Colombo on a goodwill visit, yesterday. The Sri Lanka Navy welcomed the visiting ship in accordance with naval traditions, upon her arrival. The vessel, with a length of 138.1 metres and width of 14.3 metres, is manned by a crew of 184. The Newcastle is 4,200 tons. During their four-day official visit, the crew members of the vessel are scheduled to take part in several events organized by the Navy. The ship is due to depart from the Colombo harbour on November 17.