The LKNOG (Lanka Network Operators Group) Conference 2024, set to take place from August 12th to 16th at Galle Face Hotel and Hotel Renuka, promises to be a landmark event in advancing Sri Lanka’s network infrastructure. As a premier platform for collaborative innovation, the conference will bring together leading network operators, service providers, and technology professionals to explore and address the evolving challenges in the field.
This year’s conference will focus on critical topics such as local internet exchanges, 5G deployment, and cybersecurity. Attendees can look forward to a robust agenda featuring keynote speeches, technical sessions, and hands-on workshops. The event will offer insights into local internet exchange (IXP) development, 5G deployment strategies with input from TRCSL, and advancements in network and cybersecurity.
The conference will kick off on August 12th with sessions at Galle Face Hotel, featuring distinguished speakers including Dr. Beshan Kulapala, CEO of Cyrus; J.A.S. Gunanandana, Director of Spectrum Management at TRCSL; Neranjan Dissanayaka, CEO of the Just in Time Group; and Nirosh Ananda, CISO at SLCERT, among others.
Following the main conference, from August 13th to 16th, Hotel Renuka will host three tracks of workshops. These will cover essential topics such as network security led by APNIC, DNS/DNSSEC in collaboration with LKNOG/LKDomain and ICANN, and network monitoring facilitated by the LKNOG team and LEARN. Designed for network and IT engineers of all levels, the workshops will provide practical knowledge and hands-on experience, enhancing participants’ technical skills and fostering professional growth.
Since its establishment in 2017, LKNOG has been instrumental in equipping Sri Lankan network operators with best practices and innovative solutions. The organization, supported by key service providers and international partners such as APNIC, ICANN, and the Internet Society, has played a pivotal role in advancing network capabilities and resilience in Sri Lanka.
The LKNOG Conference 2024 is expected to be an invaluable event, continuing the organization’s legacy of addressing complex network challenges, promoting professional development, and driving the future of network operations in Sri Lanka.
