Welcome to the U.S. Army 8th Theater Sustainment Command Official X page, where you will find the command's most recent news stories, videos, and photos.
Clear the way 💣
On #NationalEODDay, we celebrate the specialized force that ensures warfighting readiness remains at the highest level 🫡
EOD technicians operate at the intersection of technical expertise and tactical grit to neutralize threats and protect the joint force.
🇺🇸🤝🇵🇭 @USArmy and @TeamAFP soldiers conducted demolition and medical training during exercise #Balikatan, enhancing our countries' defense capabilities and strengthening deterrence for a #FreeAndOpenIndoPacific. #BK26
Ready to train 💪
U.S. Soldiers assigned to THE @8thmpbde and @8thtsc, and Soldiers with the @25thinfantrydivision, conduct drone training with Philippine Army Soldiers during Salakanib 2026.
@US_TRANSCOM Deputy Commander Visits @8thtsc LSV
U.S. Army Lt. Gen. Jered P. Helwig, the Deputy Commander of U.S. Transportation Command, for a LSV tour for the Sealift Executive Working Group (SEWG) at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, Hawaii, April 15, 2026.
Interoperability is enhanced and partnerships are solidified by ensuring that personnel from all participating nations receive comprehensive cross-training in each other's operational functions.
(U.S. Army photos by Sgt. Austin Stienborn)
Facilitating Success❗
U.S. Soldiers from the @8thmpbde, @8thtsc, act as safeties for Philippine Army soldiers during a U.S. Army Law Enforcement Weapons Training and Qualification during Salaknib 2026.
@USArmy The competitions are designed to test elite teams on technical expertise, proficiency in, and rapid response to complex EOD scenarios, including improvised explosive devices (IEDs), conventional munitions, and chemical warfare agents.
(U.S. Army video by Sgt. Devin Davis)
Are you ready to support our Soldiers?
Your 2026 USARPAC EOD Team of the Year (TOY) winners. Staff Sgt. Tyler Orvik, Sgt. Timothy Ix, and Sgt. Emmanuel Orozco, representing 716th EOD Company, @8thmpbde, Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska is advancing to the @usarmy EOD TOY.
Interoperability is enhanced and partnerships are solidified by ensuring that personnel from all participating nations receive comprehensive cross-training in each other's operational functions.
(U.S. Army video by Sgt. Nickson Schenk)
M17 Qual: Salaknib 26
U.S. Soldiers from the @8thmpbde, @8thtsc, act as safeties for Philippine Army soldiers during a U.S. Army Law Enforcement Weapons Training and Qualification during Salaknib 2026.
@USArmy The competitions are designed to test elite teams on technical expertise, proficiency in, and rapid response to complex EOD scenarios, including improvised explosive devices (IEDs), conventional munitions, and chemical warfare agents.
(U.S. Army video by Sgt. Devin Davis)
Here’s your competitors 🔊
Your 2026 USARPAC EOD Team of the Year (TOY) winners. Staff Sgt. Tyler Orvik, Sgt. Timothy Ix, and Sgt. Emmanuel Orozco, representing 716th EOD Company, @8thmpbde, Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska are advancing to the @usarmy EOD TOY.
Drones, Drones, Drones💥
U.S. Soldiers assigned to THE @8thmpbde and @8thtsc, and Soldiers with the @25thinfantrydivision, conduct drone training with Philippine Army Soldiers during Salakanib 2026.
Are you ready? — The 19th Lt. Gen. Robert B. Flowers Best Sapper Competition is about to begin!
Starting April 18 - 24, 2026, 41 teams from across the U.S. and 1 team from the United Kingdom will compete for the title of the best sapper.
Interoperability is enhanced and partnerships are solidified by ensuring that personnel from all participating nations receive comprehensive cross-training in each other's operational functions.
(U.S. Army video by Sgt. Nickson Schenk)
Qualified to be the best 💪
U.S. Army Sgt. 1st Class Carlos Reyes with the @8thmpbde, @8thtsc, shares their Military Police knowledge through an MP Qualification with the Philippine Army soldiers to enhance their capabilities and expand their training.
Representing this Corner❗
Meet 1st Lt. Michael Malsch and Sgt. Jack Sutter, representing the 130th Engineer Brigade, @8thtsc, in the upcoming Lt. Gen. Robert B. Flowers Best Sapper Competition.
Highlighting logistics, readiness, and alliance partnership 🇺🇸🤝🇰🇷
Major Gen. Gavin Gardner, visited the Republic of Korea to engage with leaders, conduct on-battlefield circulations, and observe the robust logistics and sustainment infrastructure.