LEO Satellite Launching Port

Air Vice Marshal Sagara Kotakadeniya (Retd.) is a distinguished aviation, defence and strategic leadership professional with 35 years of exemplary service in the Sri Lanka Air Force, culminating in his appointment as Deputy Chief of Staff. He subsequently served as Vice Chancellor of General Sir John Kotelawala Defence University and Director General of Civil Aviation, Sri Lanka.

A combat and VVIP pilot with over 5,000 flying hours, he has held senior appointments including Air Defence Commander, Director of Air Intelligence and Director of Logistics. His distinguished service has been recognised with three gallantry medals and numerous military honours.

He holds master's degrees in International Relations from the University of Colombo and Defence and Strategic Studies from the University of Madras, India, and is an alumnus of the National Defense University, Washington, D.C., and the National Defense University of China.

As the Managing Director of Lanka Space Nexus (Pvt) Ltd, he is spearheading initiatives to establish Sri Lanka as a strategic gateway to the global space economy. Drawing on his extensive experience in aviation regulation, national security and strategic management, he is facilitating international partnerships, investment and technology collaboration to advance the development of a commercial satellite launch port and a sustainable space-sector ecosystem in Sri Lanka.