MUARA NAVAL BASE, BRUNEI DARUSSALAM, FRIDAY, 30 CTOBER 2026 – A total of 41 personnel from the Royal Brunei Navy (RBN) Headquarters and Fleet Headquarters were promoted during the Senior and Junior Non-Commissioned Officers Promotion Ceremony Series 03/2026. The milestone was marked through two separate ceremonies held at the Muara Naval Base.
The ceremony for the RBN Headquarters was held at Bilik Pahlawan and officiated by Captain Mohammad Faizal Ezam bin Haji Abas, Chief of Staff of the RBN. Attendees included the Head of the RBN Inspectorate Cell as the Special Guest, alongside officers, heads of departments, the Navy Sergeant Major and the Drill Sergeant Major of the RBN. During this session, seven personnel were promoted: three to the substantive rank of Petty Officer, three to Leading Hand and one to Able Rate.
Concurrently, the Fleet Headquarters ceremony took place at Samudera Hall and was officiated by Captain Sonny Iskandar bin Rasani, Fleet Commander of the RBN. Witnessed by senior officers, fellow personnel and the families of the promoted individuals, this ceremony saw 34 personnel advance in rank. The promotions included five to Chief Petty Officer, nine to Petty Officer, seven to Leading Hand and 13 to Able Rate.
Both ceremonies commenced with the recitation of Surah Al-Fatihah, followed by the official presentation of rank insignia to the promoted personnel. The events concluded with the recitation of Doa Selamat as a sign of gratitude and blessing.
The RBN extends its heartfelt congratulations to all promoted personnel. The Service hopes this achievement inspires continued excellence, discipline and integrity as they carry out their vital duties and responsibilities for the RBN, the Royal Brunei Armed Forces (RBAF) and the nation.
