Standing together after the new year: SLYG supports a school affected by landslides.
Following the recent floods and landslides across Sri Lanka, many communities have been left dealing with disrupted access, damaged infrastructure, and real uncertainty, especially for families and schools in most remote areas. During the first weekend of 2026, M. Alipola, General Manager of Solar Impulse, took the initiative to act quickly on the ground. With support from the team, a fundraising effort was organised internally, followed by the purchase and delivery of school supply bags for a small school in the Dolosbage area, where access had been severely impacted by landslides. The visit itself was simple and focused. The Solar Impulse team travelled to the school, met staff and students, and delivered the supplies in person. They were warmly received by the school community, and the day was shaped by something very concrete: being present, listening, and trying to respond with what was immediately useful for these children. This initiative reflects the wider purpose of the BAFF, which sits at the heart of Sea Leisure Yachting Group. While SLYG operates across different maritime activities, the group’s long-term direction has always included a commitment to local impact, skills, and community support, especially when circumstances call for it. SLYG and Solar Impulse would like to thank our teams who contributed to the collection and made this initiative possible, as well as the school staff for their welcome. Moments like these are not about visibility. They are about responsibility and staying connected to the communities that surround us.
