October 04, Colombo (LNW): The United States Navy’s guided-missile destroyer USS Fitzgerald (DDG 62) arrived at the Port of Colombo on the morning of October 03 for a scheduled replenishment visit.
The Sri Lanka Navy extended a formal welcome to the visiting vessel, honouring longstanding naval traditions as part of the port call. The arrival forms part of routine operational logistics, allowing the ship to restock supplies and prepare for onward deployment.
Measuring 154 metres in length, the Arleigh Burke-class destroyer is currently under the command of Commander Paul Richardson. According to the Sri Lanka Navy, the USS Fitzgerald will resume its journey once replenishment procedures are complete.
