22 SINGAPORE (July 26, 2021) Rear Adm. Philip Sobeck relieved Rear Adm. Joey Tynch as commander of Logistics Group Western Pacific/Task Force 73 (COMLOG WESTPAC/CTF 73) during an official change of command at the Sembawang wharves, July 26.
Due to local COVID-19 health protection measures, a private event was held in lieu of a public ceremony.
During his time as commander, which began in June 2018, Tynch led fleet logistics operations and regional engagement for the Navy’s largest forward deployed fleet.
Tynch retires after a 33-year career in the U.S. Navy, which included serving as commanding officer of the Helicopter Anti-Submarine Squadron HS-8, commander of Provincial Reconstruction Team, Kunar Province, and commanding officer of USS Bonhomme Richard (LHD-6).
By MC2 Brandon Walker, CTF-73 Public Affairs Posted July 23, 2021 The Japan Defence Cooperation Award-First Class certificate ribbon and medal are displayed in Rear Adm. Joey Tynch s office. (U.S. Navy/MC2 Brandon Walker)
SINGAPORE - His Excellency Jun Yamazaki, ambassador of Japan to Singapore, awarded Rear Adm. Joey Tynch, commander, Logistics Group, Western Pacific/Task Force 73 (COMLOG WESTPAC/CTF 73), the Japan Defence Cooperation Award-First Class at the Japanese Embassy, July 16.
Yamazaki presented the award on behalf of Japan’s Chief of Navy Admiral Hiroshi Yamamura, Japan Maritime Self-Defence Forces (JMSDF).
Tynch received the award for his contribution to the United States-Japan defense partnership during his time leading regional engagement and the Navy’s logistics operations for their largest forward deployed fleet.