By: Staff Writer
July 08, Colombo (LNW): In a landmark move to modernize Sri Lanka’s education infrastructure, SLT-MOBITEL Enterprise has partnered with Royal College Colombo to launch the country’s first full-scale Passive Optical LAN (POL) solution, powered by Gigabit Passive Optical Network (GPON) technology. This pioneering initiative is set to revolutionize digital learning environments, paving the way for a nationwide transformation in educational technology.
The agreement was formalized between SLT Group CEO Janaka Abeysinghe and Royal College Union Secretary Aruna Samarajewa, with senior officials from both institutions present at the signing ceremony. This collaboration highlights SLT-MOBITEL Enterprise’s strategic focus on enhancing educational outcomes through advanced connectivity and smart digital infrastructure.
The fibre-optic POL solution deployed at Royal College is a first for any educational institution in Sri Lanka. It features a robust, high-speed broadband network designed to support modern teaching and learning practices. With enterprise-grade network security, the system ensures safe internet usage, safeguards sensitive academic data, and provides filtered access to educational content, thereby fostering a secure digital learning environment.
According to SLT-MOBITEL officials, this cutting-edge technology will enable seamless integration of e-learning platforms, cloud-based resources, and digital collaboration tools into daily classroom activities. The project aligns with the national goal of digital transformation and sets a benchmark for other institutions aiming to embrace 21st-century learning models.
This initiative also reflects SLT-MOBITEL’s broader commitment to bridging the digital divide in Sri Lanka. As part of its long-term vision, the company plans to extend similar fibre-based solutions to schools and universities across the island, enabling equal access to high-quality education regardless of location. With rural and underserved areas still lacking adequate digital infrastructure, such interventions are crucial in ensuring educational equity and preparing students for a globally competitive future.
Education experts have welcomed the development, noting that such technological integration is vital for equipping students with digital literacy, critical thinking, and innovation skills essential in the modern economy. “What’s being introduced at Royal College is not just a faster internet connection — it’s a transformation in how knowledge is delivered and received,” one academic commented.
By championing digital modernization in education, SLT-MOBITEL is positioning itself as a key enabler of national development. The collaboration with Royal College serves as a model of how public-private partnerships can drive meaningful progress in the education sector, particularly at a time when digital competency is becoming indispensable for future generations.
