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  • August

    Josh Moskowitz, Honolulu District Safety and Occupational Health Specialist, and Jeremy McCranie, previous Honolulu District Safety & Occupational Health Manager. McCranie now serves as the chief of Safety & Occupational Health at the U.S. Army Engineering & Support Center Huntsville.

    Honolulu District Safety Team Co-Publishes Case Study

    Joshua Moskowitz, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Honolulu District Safety and Occupational Health Specialist, and Jeremy McCranie, previous Honolulu District Safety & Occupational Health Manager, recently co-published a case study in the International Journal of Construction Management.
  • Josh Moskowitz, Honolulu District Safety and Occupational Health Specialist, and Jeremy McCranie, previous Honolulu District Safety & Occupational Health Manager. McCranie now serves as the chief of Safety & Occupational Health at the U.S. Army Engineering & Support Center Huntsville.

    Honolulu District Safety Team Co-Publishes Case Study

    Joshua Moskowitz, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Honolulu District Safety and Occupational Health Specialist, and Jeremy McCranie, previous Honolulu District Safety & Occupational Health Manager, recently co-published a case study in the International Journal of Construction Management.
  • An exterior view of the new Airfield Damage Repair (ADR) facility completed by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers – Japan Engineer District (USACE JED) on Yokota Air Base, July 24, 2025.

    New ADR Equipment Warehouse Boosts Airfield Readiness at Yokota Air Base

    YOKOTA AIR BASE, Japan — A major step forward in U.S. Air Force airfield resilience was reached this summer as the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers – Japan Engineer District (JED), completed construction of a state-of-the-art Airfield Damage Repair (ADR) Equipment Warehouse at Yokota Air Base, home of the 374th Airlift Wing.

  • July

    Construction is underway on the new, uniquely designed two-story Vehicle Maintenance Facility (VMF) at Camp Carroll, South Korea. Managed by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Far East District, the $44 million facility includes multiple work bays, integrated workshops, wash bays, and eight bridge cranes. This innovative vertical design maximizes limited space while enhancing maintenance capabilities and logistics support for U.S. Army operations across the Pacific region. (U.S. Army photo by Yo Kyong-il)

    Enhancing operational readiness through innovative design at Camp Carroll, South Korea

    A transformative addition to the U.S. Army’s infrastructure in the Pacific theater is taking shape with the construction of a modern two-story Vehicle Maintenance Facility (VMF) at Camp Carroll. The $44 million project, funded through the Republic of Korea Funded Construction (ROKFC)-in-kind program, is underway and set to significantly enhance the operational readiness of Army Prepositioned Stock-4 (APS-4).
  • FED employees at a STEAM event at a local school on Camp Humphreys

    SkillBridge Spotlight Series: 10 Questions with Master Sgt. Joshua Horton

    After 26-years of serving America, Master Sgt. Joshua Horton, a recent SkillBridge intern through the Transition Assistance Program (TAP) at the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers – Far East District, has decided to transition from Soldier to civilian life.
  • Staff Sgt. Cullen Ellis, quality assurance representative, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers – Far East District, reaffirmed his commitment to service by signing an indefinite reenlistment contract on July 9, 2025, at Camp Henry, South Korea. Col. Jeremiah Willis, commander, USACE FED, administered the Oath of Enlistment at the ceremony. Ellis’ daughter, Marie, almost 3, joined him for the occasion.

    Army engineer reenlists with his daughter at his side in South Korea

    USAG HUMPHREYS, South Korea – With his almost three-year-old daughter at his side, Staff Sgt. Cullen Ellis, quality assurance representative, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers – Far East District, reaffirmed his commitment to service by signing an indefinite reenlistment contract on July 9, 2025, at Camp Henry, South Korea. Col. Jeremiah Willis, commander, USACE FED, administered the Oath of Enlistment at the ceremony.

  • June

    Command Sgt. Maj. Zachary R. Plummer assumed responsibility as the new Pacific Ocean Division (POD) Command Sergeant Major at a June 25 ceremony at Ft. Shafter, Hawaii.

    Pacific Ocean Division Welcomes Command Sgt. Maj. Zachary R. Plummer

    Command Sgt. Maj. Zachary R. Plummer assumed responsibility as the new Pacific Ocean Division (POD) Command Sergeant Major at a June 25 ceremony at Ft. Shafter, Hawaii.
  • In 2025, both the U.S. Army and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers celebrate 250 years of service to America.

    Making America Great: The Army and Its Engineers Celebrate 250 Years of Service

    This year marks a monumental anniversary for America: 250 years of unwavering dedication by the U.S. Army along with its indispensable branch, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE). Together, these two venerable institutions have played pivotal roles not only in protecting American freedom but also in weaving the very fabric of the nation’s development.
  • Historical photo

    Engineering the Alliance: JED in the 21st Century and Beyond

    As the new millennium unfolded, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers – Japan Engineer District (JED) entered a transformative era. Building upon decades of bilateral cooperation, JED adapted to evolving strategic priorities, technological advancements, and global challenges, all while maintaining its commitment to excellence in engineering, construction and delivery.
  • Donghyuck Chai, Supervisory Civil (Structural) Engineer at the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers – Far East District, was announced as the recipient of the 2024 USACE Structural Engineer of the Year Award, May 29, 2025. Chai is recognized for his outstanding leadership and unwavering dedication to ensuring the safety and resilience of military facilities across Korea. (U.S. Army photo by Far East District)

    Donghyuk Chai: USACE Structural Engineer of the Year

    When it comes to keeping military installations safe and operational, the vital work of structural engineers often goes unnoticed. Yet these professionals form the backbone of every building, bridge, and facility that supports the Department of Defense’s mission. Donghyuk Chai, Supervisory Civil (Structural) Engineer, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers – Far East District (FED), is one such individual whose quiet but powerful contributions impact the lives of countless military families across South Korea.

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