Information Technology Division
The IT division is committed to leveraging technology to streamline workflows and simplify tasks for this Department of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources in Sri Lanka. By implementing innovative tools and systems, we were able to automate repetitive processes, enhance communication and collaboration, and provide quick access to information. Our initiatives include deploying project management software to efficiently organize tasks, setting up solutions for easy data storage and retrieval, and introducing communication platforms for seamless interaction. These efforts are designed to empower our department to work more effectively and focus on higher-value activities. With technology as our ally, we as a team continued to reduce manual efforts, minimize errors, and ultimately increase productivity.
Below is a summary of the awards and recognitions that highlight our professional achievements and contributions.
- Runners Up (Silver) in SLASSCOM Ingenuity Awards 2024.
- Bronze medal in National IT awards NBQSA 2021.
- Gold in BestWeb.lk 2020.
The IT division of the Department of Fisheries is well-supported by a dedicated Change Agent team (more details…) within DFAR
Main Software Services by IT Division
History of System implementation
Logbook Database
VMS (Inmar Sat – For High-seas boats only)
High seas License System
Elog System
Online Departure System
MSDFAR Version 1
- Boat Registration.
- Fisherman Registration.
- Skipper License.
- Operation Licenses
- online Departure apply system
(Multiday sector)
High Seas Marking system
VMS IRIDIUM (For all Multi-day boats)
MSDFAR Version 2
- Fisherman Profiles
- Online Payment
- Boat Registration.
- Fisherman Registration.
- Skipper License.
- Operation Licenses
- Online departure management system
(Expanded for coastal sector)
Other Services by IT Division
VMS Unit
Meet Our Team
Supervision
Dr. N.D.P. Gunawardena
Director - IT
Mrs.T.P. Nawagamuwa
Asst. Director - IT
Mr. W.V.U.K. Botheju
ICT Officer
Software Development Team
Mr. Chamara Weerasekara
ICT Assistant (Trainee)
Ms. Sasini Stela
ICT Assistant (Trainee)
Mr. Kulunu Anjula
ICT Assistant (Trainee)
System Maintenance Team
Mrs. Sithara Jayaweera
Development Officer
Mrs. Nuwanthika Jayasinghe
Fisheries Officer
Mrs. Dinusha Madushani
Management Services Officer
Vessel Monitoring Staff
Mr. Lalantha M. Rathnayaka
Development Officer
Ms. B.L. Niluka Priyadarshani
ICT Assistant
Mr. K.A. Geeth.Prasantha
ICT Assistant
