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).