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2/8/2025 8:38 PM

Rimba Air Force Base, 7 February 2025 – The Royal Brunei Navy (RBN) demonstrated a strong performance at the Royal Brunei Armed Forces (RBAF) Swimming and Water Polo Championship 2024/2025, held from 3 to 7 February 2025 at the Sports Complex in Rimba Air Force Base.

Publish Date: 2/7/2025
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2/8/2025 9:23 PM

Berakas, Friday, 7 February 2025 – The "Jasamu Dikenang" Appreciation Ceremony for members of the Royal Brunei Navy (RBN) Warrant Officers, Chief Petty Officers, and Petty Officers Mess for the year 2025 was held at the Main Conference Hall, International Convention Centre (ICC). The event was organised to honour the contributions and dedicated service of retired Mess members who have completed their tenure in the Royal Brunei Navy (RBN) and the Royal Brunei Armed Forces (RBAF).

Publish Date: 2/7/2025
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2/5/2025 8:59 PM

Jakarta, Tuesday, 4 February 2025 – The Royal Brunei Navy (RBN) delegation was warmly welcomed by the Indonesian Navy (IDN) at Wisma Elang Laut, Jakarta, for the 9th iteration of the Naval Working Group (NWG) Meeting. This engagement underscores the longstanding defence relations between Brunei Darussalam and the Republic of Indonesia, reaffirming both navies' commitment to enhancing maritime cooperation and regional security.

Publish Date: 2/4/2025
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2/1/2025 9:09 PM

MUARA, Friday, 31 January 2025 – The Royal Brunei Navy (RBN) held the closing ceremony for the Maritime Operations Course (MAROPS) Serial 07/2024 at Nakhoda Ragam Hall, Naval Training Centre. The event marked the successful completion of the intensive course by ten RBN officers, who were awarded certificates of completion.

Publish Date: 1/31/2025
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2/4/2025 10:26 AM

BRUNEI  MUARA,  January 2025 – The Royal Brunei Navy Wives Welfare Body (BAKTI) visited three members who recently welcomed their firstborn babies, as part of its ongoing efforts to strengthen family bonds and appreciation within the Royal Brunei Navy (RBN) community.

Publish Date: 1/31/2025
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2/4/2025 10:40 PM

BRUNEI MUARA, Friday, 31 January 2025 - the 1st Crew of KDB DARULAMAN comprising both active and retired officers and personnel of the Royal Brunei Navy—came together for a 13-year reunion, marking their shared journey since the ship’s commissioning in 2011.

Publish Date: 1/31/2025
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1/31/2025 9:01 AM

MUARA NAVAL BASE, Thursday, 30 January 2025 – The Royal Brunei Navy (RBN) commemorated Isra’ and Mi’raj 1446 Hijrah with a religious gathering at Surau Al-Huda, Muara Naval Base. Present to grace the event was Captain Khairil Haji Abdul Rahman, RBN, Acting Deputy Commander of the Royal Brunei Navy, as the Guest of Honour. The event was attended by Senior Officers, Officers, and Ratings of the RBN.

Publish Date: 1/30/2025
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1/24/2025 11:06 PM

Muara Base, Friday, 24th January 2025 - The Royal Brunei Armed Forces (RBAF) Force Sergeant Major, 12004 Warrant Officer 1 Rozain Bin Haji Pungut, conducted an official working visit to the Royal Brunei Navy (RBN) today. 

Publish Date: 1/24/2025
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1/20/2025 8:53 AM

ROYAL BRUNEI AIRLINES GOLF CLUB, Sunday, 19 January 2025 - The Royal Brunei Navy (RBN) hosted a golf interaction event at the Royal Brunei Airlines Golf Club in conjunction with the Royal Brunei Navy's 59th Anniversary. This friendly 18-hole golf competition brought together RBN officers to foster camaraderie and strengthen cooperation among participants.

Publish Date: 1/19/2025
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1/16/2025 10:37 PM

Muara, Thursday, 16 January 2025 – The Royal Brunei Navy (RBN) and the Republic of Singapore Navy (RSN) concluded the inaugural Engineering and Logistics Exchange Program (ELEP) 2025, held from 13 to 16 January 2025 in Brunei. The program was officiated by Commander Haji Ainolnizam bin Hj Ibrahim, Commandant of Support Services.

Publish Date: 1/16/2025
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1/14/2025 3:55 PM

Airport Mall Berakas, Saturday, January 11 2025 – The Royal Brunei Navy (RBN) Female Officers and Personnel hosted the annual Majlis Ramah Mesra 2023/2024 at London Hall, Airport Mall Berakas. The event was graced by the presence of Yang Mulia Lieutenant Commander Suzalina binti Haji Serbini as the Guest of Honour. Also in attendance were all female officers and personnel of the RBN. 

Publish Date: 1/14/2025
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1/10/2025 10:57 PM

MUARA, Friday, 10 January 2025 – With the consent of His Majesty Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah Mu'izzadin Waddaulah ibni Al-Marhum Sultan Haji Omar 'Ali Saifuddien Sa'adul Khairi Waddien, the Sultan and Yang Di-Pertuan of Brunei Darussalam, Captain Sahibul Bahari bin Haji Zainal Abidin RBN took over the helm of command of the Royal Brunei Navy (RBN) from Captain Haji Mohamad Sarif Pudin bin Matserudin, the outgoing 13th Commander of the Royal Brunei Navy at a Change of Command Ceremony this morning at Muara Naval Base. 

Publish Date: 1/10/2025
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1/8/2025 8:43 PM

MUARA NAVAL BASE, Tuesday, 7 January 2025 – The unveiling ceremony for fleet ships and departments’ crests was held at Jetty Bravo, Muara Naval Base. Present as Guest of Honour was Captain Haji Mohamad Sarif Pudin bin Matserudin, Acting Commander RBN. 

Publish Date: 1/7/2025
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12/31/2024 11:57 AM

JETTY ALPHA, MUARA NAVAL BASE, Monday, 30 December 2024 — A signicant chapter in Royal Brunei Navy history unfolded today as KDB MUSTAED witnessed a poignant handover-takeover ceremony between two distinguished female Commanding Officers (CO). 

Publish Date: 12/30/2024
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12/28/2024 10:35 AM

MUARA, Friday, 27 December 2024 – The Royal Brunei Navy (RBN) has distributed "Back to School" donations to identified personnel, comprising schoolbooks and stationery for their children, in anticipation of the new school term in Brunei. A total of 19 families benefited from the assistance.

Publish Date: 12/27/2024
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12/28/2024 11:26 AM

HAI PHONG, REPUBLIC SOCIALIST OF VIETNAM,  Thursday, 26 December 2024 - The Royal Brunei Navy (RBN), led by Fleet Commander Captain Sahibul Bahari Hj Zainal Abidin, RBN, successfully participated in the 3rd Navy-to-Navy Talks with the Vietnam People's Navy (VPN). This engagement marks a significant milestone in strengthening bilateral defence relations and fostering maritime cooperation between the two navies.

Publish Date: 12/26/2024
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12/23/2024 9:57 PM

KUALA BELAIT, Saturday, 21 December 2024 – Three (03) Royal Brunei Navy (RBN) ships, KDB AFIAT, KDB MUSTAED, and KDB SERASA, have set sail for a two-day roadshow at MPABD, Kuala Belait, to engage with the local community and showcase the Navy's capabilities and career opportunities.​

Publish Date: 12/21/2024
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12/20/2024 8:56 PM

PENANJONG GARRISON, 20 December 2024 – The Training Institute Royal Brunei Armed Forces (TI RBAF) commemorated the successful completion of Basic Military Training for 124 male recruits of the 175th Intake and 46 female recruits of the 59th Intake. The ceremony, held at the Parade Square, Penanjong Garrison, was graced by Yang Mulia Captain Haji Mohamad Sarif Pudin Bin Matserudin, RBN, Acting Commander of the Royal Brunei Navy, as the Guest of Honour.

Publish Date: 12/20/2024
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12/20/2024 9:08 PM

NAVAL TRAINING CENTRE - Friday, 20th December 2024 – The closing ceremony for the Naval Engineering Officers Course (NEOC) 2024, involving three (03) young officers, was held at Dewan Nakhoda, Naval Training Centre (NTC).

Publish Date: 12/20/2024
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12/18/2024 2:35 PM

MUARA, Wednesday, 18 December 2024 – Lieutenant Commander Mohammad Amiel Azim bin Haji Afflon, RBN, CO KDB AFIAT and Lieutenant Dk Nur Bahirah binti Pg Hj Abdul Rahman, RBN, CO KDB MUSTAED were awarded the Royal Brunei Navy Command Badge. The badges were presented by the guest of honour, Captain Haji Mohamad Sarif Pudin bin Matserudin, RBN, Acting Commander of the Royal Brunei Navy. ​

Publish Date: 12/18/2024
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12/17/2024 11:16 AM

MUARA NAVAL BASE, Sunday, 15 December 2024 - The Royal Brunei Navy (RBN) hosted a Family Day in conjunction with its 59th anniversary. It was a day filled with joy, love, and gratitude, where everyone came together as one big family. Captain Haji Mohamad Sarif Pudin bin Matserudin, RBN, Acting Commander of RBN and his spouse, led the event as the Guest of Honour.

Publish Date: 12/15/2024
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12/14/2024 12:23 PM

MUARA, Friday, 13 December 2024 – The closing ceremony for the Intermediate Navigation Officer Course (INOC) Serial 02/2024 was held at Nakhoda Ragam Hall, Naval Training Centre, where five (05) Royal Brunei Navy Fleet Executives were awarded certificates for the successful completion of the rigorous course. Attending as the Guest of Honour was the Acting Fleet Commander, Commander Sonny Iskandar bin Rasani, RBN. Also in attendance were the Commanding Officers of participating ships, fleet officers, course instructors, and administrative personnel.

Publish Date: 12/13/2024
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12/14/2024 1:04 PM

MUARA NAVAL BASE, 13 December 2024 - On this blessed Friday afternoon, the officers and crew of KDB SYAFAAT conducted a handing over ceremony for her Commanding Officer (CO). 

Publish Date: 12/13/2024
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12/15/2024 8:43 PM

MUARA, Friday, 13th December 2024 – The Certificate Presentation and Closing Ceremony for the Senior NCO Leadership Course 2024 Session took place this morning at the Conference Room, Serasa Water Sports Complex, Royal Brunei Navy. Present as the Guest of Honour was Lieutenant Commander Pengiran Muhammad Saifullah Abdul Azim Bin Pengiran Abdullah, RBN, Officer Commanding Naval Training Development. Also in attendance were officers, the Acting Drill Sergeant Major, warrant officers, and instructors from the Leadership and Management Division of the Royal Brunei Navy.​


Publish Date: 12/13/2024
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12/13/2024 9:36 AM

MUARA NAVAL BASE, Thursday, December 12, 2024 - USS EMORY S. LAND  has departed Brunei Darussalam after a logistic visit from 10 December to 12 December 2024 led by Captain Kenneth Holland, USN, Commanding Officer of USS EMORY S. LAND.

Publish Date: 12/12/2024
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12/11/2024 2:26 PM

Muara Naval Base, 09 December 2024 – In celebration of the school holidays, the Royal Brunei Navy (RBN) hosted educational visits from the Perpustakaan Dewan Bahasa dan Pustaka (Lambak and Bandar branches), as well as youth from Syababul Mubasyir at Kampong Sungai Besar Mosque.

Publish Date: 12/9/2024
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12/7/2024 12:11 PM

MUARA NAVAL BASE, Friday, 06 December 2024 – The Royal Brunei Navy (RBN) Water Polo and Swimming Championship 2024 officially concluded today at the RBN Swimming Pool, Muara Naval Base. The event began with the final round of the Water Polo match, where Armada ‘B’ defeat Armada ‘A’. This was followed by two swimming events: the 100m freestyle and the 4x50m freestyle relay. Armada ‘B’ emerged as the overall champion of the tournament, securing 9 gold medals and 2 silver medals.​

Publish Date: 12/6/2024
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12/7/2024 12:32 PM

​MUARA NAVAL BASE, Friday, 06 December 2024 – Brigadier General Sarah H. Russ, Mobilization Assistant to the J5, Director of Strategic Planning and Policy at U.S. Indo-Pacific Command, visited the Royal Brunei Navy (RBN) as part of the 17th Joint Defence Working Committee (JDWC) programme. The 17th JDWC meeting between the United States of America and Brunei was held on 5 December 2024.​


Publish Date: 12/6/2024
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12/7/2024 11:14 AM

PENANJONG GARISSON, IL ABDB -  Thursday 05 December 2024, the Advanced and Intermediate Base Defence Course Session 2024, conducted its final exercise, "Sauh Perisai Tempur," at Penanjong Garrison, IL ABDB. Present as the guest of honour of the closing ceremony was Lieutenant Commander Mohd Adib Faliq bin Mohamad, RBN, Officer Commanding Regimental Police.

Publish Date: 12/5/2024
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12/7/2024 11:46 AM

​MUARA, Thursday, 05 December 2024 – Captain Khairil Haji Abdul Rahman, RBN, Acting Commander of the RBN attended the 11th Multilateral Maritime Virtual Key Leaders Engagement (KLE) hosted by Admiral Stephen T. Web Koehler, Commander of the United States Pacific Fleet (USPACFLT). The KLE represents a virtual platform to communicate and discuss matters of mutual concerns, and in this series, discussions revolve around the theme of " Challenges and Opportunities in Naval Logistics Cooperation in the Indo-Pacific”.​


Publish Date: 12/5/2024
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