United States Transportation Command

Fueling the fight: USTRANSCOM celebrates new global bulk fuel mission

Jonathan Stefanko, U.S. Transportation Command Public Affairs

U.S. Transportation Command is now the manager for global bulk fuel management and delivery, and the magnitude of the command’s new responsibility cannot be understated, USTRANSCOM Commander Air Force Gen. Jacqueline Van Ovost said during a commemoration ceremony June 5.

Published: Tuesday, June 06, 2023

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USTRANSCOM unveils new professional development program

Jonathan Stefanko, U.S. Transportation Command Public Affairs

To stay ahead of our adversaries, we must invest in our most valuable resource: Our people, Commander of U.S. Transportation Command Air Force Gen. Jacqueline Van Ovost said during a recent supervisor town hall.

Published: Wednesday, May 31, 2023

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A final farewell to Maj. Gen. Vincent Barker

Mass Communication Seaman Savion Concepcion, U.S. Transportation Command Public Affairs

U.S. Transportation Command Chief of Staff Army Maj. Gen. Vincent Barker retired May 19, at Scott Air Force Base, Illinois, after 42 years of service.

Published: Monday, May 22, 2023

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Resiliency and remembrance: Maj. Gen. Barker's exit interview

Jonathan Stefanko, U.S. Transportation Command Public Affairs

Army Maj. Gen. Vincent Barker, U.S. Transportation Command chief of staff, retires on May 19 after 42 years of uniformed service.

Published: Tuesday, May 16, 2023

Article Views: 583 Release #: 20230516-1

Readout of USTRANSCOM leadership’s visit with 597th Trans. Bde. Soldiers and TACAD Sailors

U.S. Transportation Command Public Affairs

Air Force Gen. Jacqueline Van Ovost, commander of U.S. Transportation Command (USTRANSCOM), and Navy Fleet Master Chief Donald Myrick, USTRANSCOM senior enlisted leader, traveled to Fort Eustis, Virginia, to meet with Surface Warriors from the 597th Transportation Brigade.

Published: Monday, May 15, 2023

Article Views: 652 Release #: 20230515-1

DoD codifies USTRANSCOM as military's new global bulk fuel manager

U.S. Transportation Command Public Affairs

The Secretary of Defense appointed U.S. Transportation Command (USTRANSCOM) to be the Department of Defense’s (DOD) single manager for global bulk fuel management and delivery in a memorandum May 10.

Published: Friday, May 12, 2023

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USSPACECOM works with USTRANSCOM, NASA to move satellites

Joe Grigg, Space Operations Command

U.S. Space Command, in partnership with U.S. Transportation Command and NASA, synchronized movement of the first satellite from France to California by a U.S. Air Force C-17 in October 2022 for launch in December 2022.

Published: Wednesday, May 03, 2023

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JMC, USTRANSCOM partnership provides ammo in record time to Ukraine

Matthew Wheaton, Joint Munitions Command, Public and Congressional Affairs

In response to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy’s now famous call to action — “I need ammunition, not a ride” — Joint Munitions Command, with support from U.S. Transportation Command, distributed munitions in record time to support these emergent requirements.

Published: Tuesday, May 02, 2023

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USTRANSCOM seeks industry solutions for contested logistics

Jonathan Stefanko, U.S. Transportation Command Public Affairs

Working with commercial partners could be the answer to modernizing the Department of Defense’s in-transit visibility capabilities, Rear Adm. Philip Sobeck, director of U.S. Transportation Command’s strategy, policy, programs, and logistics directorate, said April 26 at an Industry Day event, on Scott Air Force Base, Illinois.

Published: Monday, May 01, 2023

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The global F-35 effort: A model of cooperation

Jonathan Stefanko, U.S. Transportation Command Public Affairs

Representatives from countries with F-35s arrived at Scott Air Force Base, Illinois, on April 19 to discuss a shared problem affecting their fifth-generation fighters: getting spare parts.

Published: Friday, April 28, 2023

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General expresses concerns over readiness in sealift, air refueling

David Vergun, DOD News

Funding levels must enable the United States to preserve its logistical dominance, Air Force Gen. Jacqueline D. Van Ovost, commander of U.S. Transportation Command, said today at a hearing of the Senate Armed Services Committee to discuss the president's fiscal year 2024 budget request.

Published: Thursday, April 27, 2023

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ASC, USTRANSCOM talk enterprise logistics support in Poland

Capt. Ego Ekenta, Army Sustainment Command Public Affairs

Behind every military operation lies an integrated logistics machine, and the Army Sustainment Command is one driving force behind this effort. On April 10, ASC hosted Air Force Gen. Jacqueline Van Ovost, commander of U.S. Transportation Command, to discuss ASC’s efforts in providing enterprise logistics support and its wartime readiness.

Published: Thursday, April 20, 2023

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Gen. Van Ovost leads discussions at University of Chicago

Jonathan Stefanko, U.S. Transportation Command Public Affairs

Air Force Gen. Jacqueline Van Ovost, commander of U.S. Transportation Command (USTRANSCOM), visited the University of Chicago, April 11 for a morning of strategic discussions and mentorship with the next generation of leaders.

Published: Friday, April 14, 2023

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Antarctic express: A journey to the frozen continent

Jonathan Stefanko, U.S. Transportation Command Public Affairs

The sun loomed overhead as Marie Morrow stumbled off the aircraft. The frigid air pricked her exposed face, enveloping her in an insatiable chill. And the immaculate snow that blanketed the land glared upon her gaze. Nevertheless, Morrow continued despite the cold Antarctic greeting — excited for the journey to come.

Published: Wednesday, April 12, 2023

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USTRANSCOM Commander: Logistics is vital to securing US’ strategic advantage

Jonathan Stefanko, U.S. Transportation Command Public Affairs

For the United States to maintain its strategic advantage, we must invest in our military logistics, Air Force Gen. Jacqueline Van Ovost told the House’s joint subcommittee today.

Published: Tuesday, March 28, 2023

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Command interview: Gen. Jacqueline Van Ovost, USTRANSCOM

Staff Sgt. Janiqua P. Robinson, Airman Magazine

Airman magazine interview with Gen. Jacqueline Van Ovost, commander, United States Transportation Command.

Published: Thursday, March 23, 2023

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Government and maritime industry executives discuss readiness

U.S. Transportation Command Public Affairs

Officials from the Department of Defense and Department of Transportation, and executives from the U.S. maritime industry met in New Orleans last week to discuss wartime readiness and strengthen their strategic relationships.

Published: Monday, March 20, 2023

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USTRANSCOM annual award winners

Jonathan Stefanko, U.S. Transportation Command Public Affairs

Air Force Gen. Jacqueline Van Ovost, commander of U.S. Transportation Command, and Navy Fleet Master Chief Donald Myrick, USTRANSCOM senior enlisted leader, announced the command’s 2022 annual award winners during a recognition ceremony March 16.

Published: Friday, March 17, 2023

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USTRANSCOM commander stresses importance of logistical dominance

Auburn Braithwaite, U.S. Transportation Command Public Affairs

Preserving our logistical dominance is key to maintaining our strategic advantage, U.S. Transportation Command (USTRANSCOM) Commander Air Force Gen. Jacqueline Van Ovost said at the 14th Annual Defense Programs Conference March 15.

Published: Thursday, March 16, 2023

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Ultimate Caduceus tests US’ life-saving aeromedical capabilities

U.S. Transportation Command Public Affairs

U.S. Transportation Command kicked off Ultimate Caduceus today to assess the Defense Department’s aeromedical evacuation and critical care air transport capabilities.

Published: Monday, March 13, 2023

Article Views: 1126 Release #: 20230313-1

MSC: United, we sail

Jonathan Stefanko, U.S. Transportation Command Public Affairs

Military Sealift Command is the Naval Component to U.S. Transportation Command, delivering agile, persistent and innovative maritime logistics solutions to the Navy and joint force.

Published: Monday, March 13, 2023

Article Views: 950 Release #: 20230313-2

USTRANSCOM Ramps Up Collaboration to Implement Global Household Goods Contract

U.S. Transportation Command Public Affairs

United States Transportation Command is gaining momentum on its efforts to begin a phased launch of personal property shipments moving under the Global Household Goods Contract (GHC) in September of 2023.

Published: Thursday, March 09, 2023

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Col. Zachary Hall enshrined on USTRANSCOM memorial wall

Jonathan Stefanko, U.S. Transportation Command Public Affairs

Family, friends and colleagues of Air Force Col. Zachary Hall came together March 3, for a memorial plaque dedication ceremony in honor of his legacy at U.S. Transportation Command.

Published: Thursday, March 09, 2023

Article Views: 1051 Release #: 20230309-2

Women leaders discuss benefits of military service

DOD News

In celebration of Women's History Month, top women military leaders discussed the importance of recruiting and retaining the best and most competent personnel in the military.

Published: Tuesday, March 07, 2023

Article Views: 1035 Release #: 20230307-1

Women in the military: Moving beyond ‘firsts’

By Gen. Jacqueline Van Ovost

Be intentional about encouraging your peers and mentoring those following your path. It will take continuous engagement to reach a place where there are no more “firsts” or “onlys” left … where women are simply a foundational part of every team at every level — before, beside and behind each of us.

Published: Monday, March 06, 2023

Article Views: 943 Release #: 20230306-1

A look inside the world’s largest military terminal

By Jonathan Stefanko, U.S. Transportation Command Public Affairs

On the west bank of the Cape Fear River lies the largest ammunition port in the nation: Military Ocean Terminal Sunny Point (MOTSU). While MOTSU encompasses over 16,000 acres in Brunswick County, North Carolina, the secretive port is barely seen or heard from beyond its border, except for two colossal cranes that peak over the horizon.

Published: Monday, February 27, 2023

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SDDC: Delivering on time, on target, every time

By Jonathan Stefanko, U.S. Transportation Command Public Affairs

When U.S. Transportation Command (USTRANSCOM) needs to deliver by surface, it calls on the Surface Warriors of the Military Surface Deployment and Distribution Command (SDDC).

Published: Wednesday, February 15, 2023

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USTRANSCOM strengthens partnerships in the Middle East

By Ali Soika, U.S. Transportation Command Public Affairs

Air Force Gen. Van Ovost, USTRANSCOM commander, and Fleet Master Chief Donald Myrick, USTRANSCOM senior enlisted leader, traveled to Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, Qatar and Kuwait last week to deepen military-to-military and international relationships, as well as enhance interoperability, flexibility and capabilities within the region.

Published: Monday, February 13, 2023

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USTRANSCOM delivers Urban Search and Rescue teams to Türkiye

Erik Anthony, U.S. Transportation Command Public Affairs

SCOTT AIR FORCE BASE, Ill. – U.S. Transportation Command (USTRANSCOM), in coordination with the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), is transporting two Urban Search and Rescue (USAR) teams and a critical aid package to Türkiye, following the devastating earthquakes that occurred on Feb. 5.

Published: Tuesday, February 07, 2023

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Staff-to-Staff talks focus on operations in the Indo-Pacific, ensuring a free and open region

By Jonathan Stefanko, U.S. Transportation Command Public Affairs

SCOTT AIR FORCE BASE, Ill. – U.S. Transportation Command (USTRANSCOM) and Indo-Pacific Command (USINDOPACOM) leaders met to better align operational plans in support of the National Defense Strategy during staff-to-staff talks Jan. 24-25, in Hawaii.

Published: Friday, February 03, 2023

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USTRANSCOM sends more than 60 Bradley Fighting Vehicles to Ukraine

By Jonathan Stefanko, U.S. Transportation Command Public Affairs

U.S. Transportation Command is delivering the first shipment of Bradley Fighting Vehicles to Ukraine as part of the United States’ $2.85 billion military aid agreement announced earlier this year.

Published: Monday, January 30, 2023

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The journey ahead: Dawson promoted to Senior Executive Service ranks

By Jonathan Stefanko, U.S. Transportation Command Public Affairs

Gen. Van Ovost promoted Andy Dawson to the Senior Executive Service ranks Jan. 18. Upon receiving this promotion, Dawson will oversee the successful completion of permanent change of stations for thousands of military members, civilian employees, and their families every year.

Published: Thursday, January 19, 2023

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AMC: Bringing lethality to the warfighter

By Jonathan Stefanko, U.S. Transportation Command Public Affairs

Military forces cannot operate for an extended period without a robust flow of supplies. But when time is critical, such as delivering humanitarian aid after crisis strikes or move military equipment across the globe — no one does it better than Air Mobility Command.

Published: Thursday, January 12, 2023

Article Views: 2057 Release #: 20230112-1

2023 News Archive (33)

Fueling the fight: USTRANSCOM celebrates new global bulk fuel mission

USTRANSCOM unveils new professional development program

A final farewell to Maj. Gen. Vincent Barker

Resiliency and remembrance: Maj. Gen. Barker's exit interview

Readout of USTRANSCOM leadership’s visit with 597th Trans. Bde. Soldiers and TACAD Sailors

DoD codifies USTRANSCOM as military's new global bulk fuel manager

USSPACECOM works with USTRANSCOM, NASA to move satellites

JMC, USTRANSCOM partnership provides ammo in record time to Ukraine

USTRANSCOM seeks industry solutions for contested logistics

The global F-35 effort: A model of cooperation

General expresses concerns over readiness in sealift, air refueling

ASC, USTRANSCOM talk enterprise logistics support in Poland

Gen. Van Ovost leads discussions at University of Chicago

Antarctic express: A journey to the frozen continent

USTRANSCOM Commander: Logistics is vital to securing US’ strategic advantage

Command interview: Gen. Jacqueline Van Ovost, USTRANSCOM

Government and maritime industry executives discuss readiness

USTRANSCOM annual award winners

USTRANSCOM commander stresses importance of logistical dominance

Ultimate Caduceus tests US’ life-saving aeromedical capabilities

MSC: United, we sail

USTRANSCOM Ramps Up Collaboration to Implement Global Household Goods Contract

Col. Zachary Hall enshrined on USTRANSCOM memorial wall

Women leaders discuss benefits of military service

Women in the military: Moving beyond ‘firsts’

A look inside the world’s largest military terminal

SDDC: Delivering on time, on target, every time

USTRANSCOM strengthens partnerships in the Middle East

USTRANSCOM delivers Urban Search and Rescue teams to Türkiye

Staff-to-Staff talks focus on operations in the Indo-Pacific, ensuring a free and open region

USTRANSCOM sends more than 60 Bradley Fighting Vehicles to Ukraine

The journey ahead: Dawson promoted to Senior Executive Service ranks

AMC: Bringing lethality to the warfighter

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