NAVSUP's fleet logistics center in Europe holds change of command

Photo By Joe Yanik | NAVAL AIR STATION SIGONELLA, Italy (May 11, 2023) - Rear Adm. Peter G. Stamatopoulos (center), Naval Supply Systems Command commander, presided over a change of command ceremony for Naval Supply Systems Command Fleet Logistics Center Sigonella (NAVSUP FLCSI) during which Capt. Shannon W. Walker (right) relieved Capt. Douglas S. MacKenzie (left) as commanding officer at Naval Air Station Sigonella, Italy. NAVSUP FLCSI is one of eight FLCs under Commander, NAVSUP and provides a full range of solutions for logistics, business and support services to the U.S. Naval, Joint, NATO and Allied Forces across 14 enduring and forward operating sites; forward contingency and cooperative security locations in 13 countries in Europe and Africa. (U.S. Navy photo by Joe Yanik)  

ITALY

05.12.2023

Story by Joe Yanik 

Naval Supply Systems Command Fleet Logistics Center Sigonella

NAS SIGONELLA, Italy - Rear Adm. Peter G. Stamatopoulos, Naval Supply Systems Command (NAVSUP) commander, Fleet Logistics Center Sigonella (FLCSI) held a change of command ceremony during which Capt. Shannon W. Walker relieved Capt. Douglas S. MacKenzie as commanding officer May 11, 2023, at Naval Air Station Sigonella, Italy.

In his remarks, MacKenzie addressed Walker, his wife, Kim, and the entire command who were in attendance.

"Shannon and Kim, we are ready to hand over the torch," MacKenzie said. "I'll watch you with pride and confidence and keep you in my thoughts and prayers as you lead this incredible team and their families to new heights.."

"To the NAVSUP FLCSI Team: Focus on the Fleet and the region,. it's why we are here," MacKenzie said. "Continue to take care of each other and continue to be the FLC team that the Navy and NATO needs to win the big fights that are coming our way. Look to see what's different, embrace the red and continue on the CNO's journey to Get Real and Get Better."

Walker's most recent assignment was as deputy commander, Aviation, NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support. During the ceremony, he became the tenth commanding officer of NAVSUP FLC Sigonella since it was established in 2005 as the seventh FLC making up NAVSUP's global logistics support network.

"To the FLC Sigonella, Kim and I could not be happier to join your team," Walker said in his remarks. "I am humbled and honored to be your commanding officer and I look forward to our journey. You have my commitment to advance our logistics efforts. We will accomplish this by being simplistic in our approach and relentless in our effort; we will judiciously exercise empowerment and we will hold each other accountable."

NAVSUP FLCSI is one of eight FLCs under Commander, NAVSUP. Headquartered in Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania, NAVSUP employs a diverse, worldwide workforce of more than 25,000 military and civilian personnel. NAVSUP and the Navy Supply Corps conduct and enable supply chain, acquisition, operational logistics and Sailor & family care activities with our mission partners to generate readiness and sustain naval forces worldwide to prevent and decisively win wars.

FLCSI provides a full range of solutions for logistics, business and support services to the U.S. Naval, Joint, NATO and Allied Forces across 14 enduring and forward operating sites; forward contingency and cooperative security locations in 13 countries in Europe and Africa.

• Date Taken: 05.12.2023
• Date Posted: 05.12.2023 11:35
• Story ID: 444629
• Location: IT