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11/03/2026

6𝑭𝑺𝑺𝑼 𝑱𝒐𝒊𝒏𝒔 “𝑨𝒓𝒎𝒚 𝑪𝒂𝒓𝒆𝒔” 𝑬𝒏𝒗𝒊𝒓𝒐𝒏𝒎𝒆𝒏𝒕𝒂𝒍 𝑪𝒂𝒎𝒑𝒂𝒊𝒈𝒏, 𝑳𝒆𝒂𝒅𝒔 𝑴𝒂𝒏𝒈𝒓𝒐𝒗𝒆 𝑷𝒍𝒂𝒏𝒕𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝑪𝒐𝒂𝒔𝒕𝒂𝒍 𝑪𝒍𝒆𝒂𝒏-𝒖𝒑 𝒊𝒏 𝑳𝒆𝒈𝒂𝒏𝒆𝒔, 𝑰𝒍𝒐𝒊𝒍𝒐

07 March 2026- In line with the celebration of the 129th Founding Anniversary of the Philippine Army, the 6th Forward Service Support Unit, Support Command, Philippine Army lead by CPT FATIMA MAE E FRANCISCO (OS) PA, Operations Officer joined the Army Cares Mangrove Planting and Coastal Clean-up Activity held at Barangay Gua-an, Leganes, Iloilo in partnership with 3CMOBn, CMOR, PA headed by LTC RICARDO C VILLARUEL III INF (GSC) PA, Leganes Integrated Katunggan Ecopark (LIKE), Local Government Units (LGU’s), Non-Government Organizations (NGO’s) and various schools in Iloilo City.

The joint mangrove planting activity officially commenced at around 0700H with approximately 250 participants working together to plant 500 seedlings along the coastal area of the ecopark.

The activity highlights the collective commitment of participating organizations to support the government’s campaign against climate change through environmental protection and coastal rehabilitation initiatives. Through active participation in mangrove planting and coastal clean-up efforts, the involved stakeholders aim to strengthen coastal ecosystems, promote environmental awareness, and encourage community participation in preserving natural resources.

The participation of 6FSSU personnel in this meaningful endeavor demonstrates the continuing commitment to nation-building by supporting environmental protection and strengthening partnerships with local stakeholders.
Such initiatives further embody the spirit of “Army Cares,” emphasizing that the 6FSSU, SPTCOM, PA remain dedicated not only to safeguarding the nation but also protecting its natural resources for future generations.

05/03/2026

6𝑭𝑺𝑺𝑼 𝑱𝒐𝒊𝒏𝒔 𝑺𝒊𝒎𝒖𝒍𝒕𝒂𝒏𝒆𝒐𝒖𝒔 𝑭𝒍𝒂𝒈 𝑹𝒂𝒊𝒔𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝑲𝒊𝒄𝒌-𝒐𝒇𝒇 𝑪𝒆𝒓𝒆𝒎𝒐𝒏𝒚 𝒐𝒇 𝑵𝒂𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏𝒂𝒍 𝑾𝒐𝒎𝒆𝒏’𝒔 𝑴𝒐𝒏𝒕𝒉 𝑪𝒆𝒍𝒆𝒃𝒓𝒂𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏 2026

02 March 2026- The 6th Forward Service Support Unit, Support Command, Philippine Army, participated in the simultaneous flag raising and kick-off ceremony of National Women’s Month Celebration (NWMC) 2026 with other military units and government agencies nationwide in formally launching the month-long celebration.
The activity marked the official opening of the celebration on the theme “Women and Everyone (WE) for Gender Equality and Inclusive Society”, emphasizing that the pursuit of equality is a shared responsibility that calls for the collective commitment of men and women. The observance highlights the collective responsibility of all sectors to advance gender equality and foster an inclusive environment where women and girls can fully realize their rights and potential.
During the program, LTC ROBINSON M MENDOZA OS (GSC) PA, Commanding Officer of this unit, read the messages of the Chief of Staff, AFP (CSAFP) and Commanding General, PA (CGPA). Both leaders highlighted that this month is a recognition of the invaluable contributions of Filipino women in uniform and a reminder that gender equality is not solely a women’s concern alone, it is a shared responsibility that requires the active participation of men within the organization.
Through its participation in the simultaneous kick-off ceremony, 6FSSU reaffirms its unwavering commitment to support policies and programs that advance gender equality, empower women across all ranks and roles, and strengthen an inclusive organizational culture.
The unit stands united with the Armed Forces and the Filipino nation in promoting fairness, accountability, and shared leadership toward a more equitable society.

05/03/2026

6𝙁𝙎𝙎𝙐 𝙅𝙤𝙞𝙣𝙨 𝘽𝙁𝙋 𝙁𝙪𝙣 𝙍𝙪𝙣 𝙩𝙤 𝙋𝙧𝙤𝙢𝙤𝙩𝙚 𝙁𝙞𝙧𝙚 𝙎𝙖𝙛𝙚𝙩𝙮 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝘾𝙤𝙢𝙢𝙪𝙣𝙞𝙩𝙮 𝙒𝙚𝙡𝙡𝙣𝙚𝙨𝙨

01 March 2026 - In support of the Fire Prevention Month celebration with a theme “Sa Pag-iwas sa Sunog, Hindi Ka Nag-iisa,” personnel of this unit, headed by LTC ROBINSON M MENDOZA OS (GSC) PA, actively participated in the Fun Run organized by the Iloilo City Fire Station of the Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP) Region 6, reinforcing the shared responsibility of safeguarding communities against fire hazards.

The activity gathered uniformed organizations and community stakeholders, fostering camaraderie and inter-agency cooperation in support of public safety advocacy. More than a test of endurance, the activity symbolized collective action, emphasizing that fire prevention is a responsibility that requires cooperation, vigilance, and sustained community engagement.

Demonstrating exceptional endurance and competitive spirit, SSg Jean B Legada (QMS) PA and PFC Ken Hariette L Delfin (INF) PA secured placements in the said activity that brings pride and distinction to this unit. Their achievement reflects the discipline, resilience, and commitment to excellence that define 6FSSU personnel both in operational duties and extracurricular engagements.

The participation of 6FSSU highlights the unit’s holistic approach to service-balancing mission accomplishment with initiatives that promote wellness, morale, and inter-agency collaboration. In line with the event’s theme, this unit reaffirms that in the collective effort of preventing fire and protecting lives in the community.
The 6FSSU remains steadfast in its mandate to provide responsive field service support while actively supporting programs that strengthen unity among government forces and enhance the overall safety and well-being of the communities they serve.

27/02/2026

6𝑭𝑺𝑺𝑼, 𝑺𝒖𝒑𝒑𝒐𝒓𝒕 𝑪𝒐𝒎𝒎𝒂𝒏𝒅, 𝑷𝑨 𝑺𝒕𝒓𝒆𝒏𝒈𝒕𝒉𝒆𝒏𝒔 𝑴𝒂𝒊𝒏𝒕𝒆𝒏𝒂𝒏𝒄𝒆 𝑪𝒂𝒑𝒂𝒃𝒊𝒍𝒊𝒕𝒚 𝑻𝒉𝒓𝒐𝒖𝒈𝒉 𝑷𝒂𝒓𝒕𝒏𝒆𝒓𝒔𝒉𝒊𝒑 𝒘𝒊𝒕𝒉 𝑱𝑹𝑪 𝑪𝒖𝒔𝒕𝒐𝒎 𝑴𝒂𝒄𝒉𝒊𝒏𝒆 𝑺𝒉𝒐𝒑

23 February 2026- The 6th Forward Service Support Unit, Support Command, Philippine Army formally entered into a 𝐌𝐞𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐮𝐦 𝐨𝐟 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩 with 𝐉𝐑𝐂 𝐂𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐦 𝐌𝐚𝐜𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐞 𝐒𝐡𝐨𝐩/ 𝐆𝐮𝐧𝐬𝐦𝐢𝐭𝐡 to enhance maintenance capability and sustain operational readiness of its supported units.

The Memorandum of Partnership was forged between 6FSSU, headed by 𝐋𝐓𝐂 𝐑𝐎𝐁𝐈𝐍𝐒𝐎𝐍 𝐌 𝐌𝐄𝐍𝐃𝐎𝐙𝐀 𝐎𝐒 (𝐆𝐒𝐂) 𝐏𝐀, Commanding Officer, and 𝐉𝐑𝐂 𝐂𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐦 𝐌𝐚𝐜𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐞 𝐒𝐡𝐨𝐩/ 𝐆𝐮𝐧𝐬𝐦𝐢𝐭𝐡 with 𝐌𝐫. 𝐉𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐲 𝐑 𝐂𝐞𝐣𝐚𝐥𝐯𝐨 and 𝐌𝐫. 𝐉𝐢𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐨𝐫 𝐑 𝐂𝐞𝐣𝐚𝐥𝐯𝐨. This agreement establishes a cooperative framework for the provision of authorized technical services and skills development assistance to bolster the firepower capability of 6FSSU’s supported units, particularly in support of the maintenance projects of firepower assets in 𝐖𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐧 𝐕𝐢𝐬𝐚𝐲𝐚𝐬.

This initiative is in line with the 𝐏𝐡𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐩𝐩𝐢𝐧𝐞 𝐀𝐫𝐦𝐲’𝐬 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐢𝐭𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 to ensure that all mission essential equipment remains serviceable, safe, and compliant with existing regulations and standards.

Through collaborative efforts with responsible private sector partners, the 6𝐅𝐒𝐒𝐔 continues to strengthen its capability development programs to ensure that soldiers within its area of responsibility are equipped with reliable and properly maintained tools essential for the successful performance of their duties in service to the nation.

𝐒𝐔𝐏𝐏𝐎𝐑𝐓 𝐂𝐎𝐌𝐌𝐀𝐍𝐃

20/01/2026

𝟲𝗙𝗦𝗦𝗨, 𝗦𝗣𝗧𝗖𝗢𝗠, 𝗣𝗔 𝗘𝗮𝗿𝗻𝘀 𝗥𝗲𝗰𝗼𝗴𝗻𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗘𝘅𝗰𝗲𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗗𝘂𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗔𝗚𝗜 𝗖𝗬 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱

Excellence is often mistaken for a single moment of success, a trophy raised, a certificate awarded, or applause received. In reality, excellence is not an event but a continuous commitment to growth, integrity, and purposeful effort. It is shaped quietly through discipline, resilience, and an unwavering desire to do better than yesterday.

On 14 January 2026, the 6TH FORWARD SERVICE SUPPORT UNIT, SPTCOM, PA was recognized for service Excellence in an awarding ceremony during the Support Command, Philippine Army’s Year-End Command Conference CY2025 held at Headquarters Support Command, Philippine Army, Camp Servillano Aquino, San Miguel, Tarlac City. The Plaque of Recognition was presented by MGEN FLORANTE P SISON PA, Commander, Support Command and was received by LTC ROBINSON M MENDOZA OS (GSC) PA, Commanding Officer, 6FSSU.

The Unit was commended for its high level of readiness, adherence to core military values and discipline, and strict compliance to established systems and processes as manifested by its Excellent Rating of 96.77% during the Annual General Inspection for CY 2025.

The Excellent rating reflects the collective efforts of Officers, Enlisted Personnel, and Civilian Human Resource (CHR) who consistently uphold a high standard of excellence and professionalism in the performance of their respective duties. It also underscores the Unit’s strong leadership, effective coordination, and continuous emphasis on improvement and accountability.

Hence, excellence is a journey defined by purpose, perseverance, and principle. It is not measured solely by awards, but by the discipline behind the effort, the character displayed along the way, and the positive difference that makes effective contributions toward sustained organizational success.

𝐒𝐔𝐏𝐏𝐎𝐑𝐓 𝐂𝐎𝐌𝐌𝐀𝐍𝐃

15/12/2025

𝟲𝗙𝗦𝗦𝗨 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗴𝗿𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗲𝘀 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗺𝗼𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗣𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗼𝗻𝗻𝗲𝗹

𝗛𝟲𝗙𝗦𝗦𝗨, 𝗖𝗮𝗺𝗽 𝗗𝗲𝗹𝗴𝗮𝗱𝗼, 𝗜𝗹𝗼𝗶𝗹𝗼 𝗖𝗶𝘁𝘆--- Five (5) personnel of this unit were promoted to the next higher ranks during a short ceremony held at this Headquarters Monday.

Their ranks were donned by LIEUTENANT COLONEL ROBINSON M MENDOZA, Commanding Officer, 6FSSU, SPTCOM, PA. LIEUTENANT COLONEL MENDOZA conveys his warm congratulations to the personnel for their well- deserved promotion. “Promotion isn’t just adding a stripe in your insignia and increasing your salary, but an emblem of higher duties and responsibilities. A renewed commitment to serve and protect the Filipino people through uplifting integrity and ensuring readiness are highly expected of you,” LIEUTENANT COLONEL MENDOZA says. “Your rank indicates basic proficiency and experience. Serve with distinct pride and humility”, he added.

The five (5) personnel were promoted to the rank of Private First Class and are performing logistics functions. Their contribution to the unit in providing Combat Service Support to 3ID units are remarkably incomparable.

𝐒𝐔𝐏𝐏𝐎𝐑𝐓 𝐂𝐎𝐌𝐌𝐀𝐍𝐃

19/09/2025

Commander Support Command, Philippine Army Presides over the Change of Command Ceremony

The 6th Forward Service Support Command (6FSSU), Philippine Army welcomed its new Commanding Officer in a Change of Command Ceremony presided by the guest of honor, Major General Rogelio D. Ulanday, Commander Support Command of the Philippine Army, on September 12, 2025 held at the Headquarters 6FSSU, Camp Martin Delgado, Iloilo City.

Lieutenant Colonel Rowel M Maala (OS) GSC PA, relinquished command to Lieutenant Colonel Robison M Mendoza (OS) GSC PA, the newly designated Commander of the Team Tagapatigayon, both from the same class of OCC 25 "PILING-LAHI" Class of 2004. Lieutenant Colonel Maala will also assume Command of the 1st Armament and Ammunition Battalion of the 1st Logistics Support Group, Support Command, Phil Army. Meanwhile, Lieutenant Colonel Mendoza served as the Commander of the Transportation Battalion of the 1LSG, SPTCOM, PA before accepting the challenge to lead the Team Tagapatigayon.

Major General Rogelio D. Ulanday PA, Commander Support Command, Philippine Army, expressed appreciation to Lieutenant Colonel Maala for steering 6FSSU to greater heights as manifested by its transformative journey in pursuit of service excellence. Moreover, he congratulated Lieutenant Colonel Mendoza on his new designation as the newly installed Commanding Officer and entrusted him his full confidence that he will be able to continue current thrusts of the unit in support of the Philippine Army’s mission.

15/08/2025

01/06/2025

6𝑭𝑺𝑺𝑼 𝒓𝒆𝒄𝒆𝒊𝒗𝒆𝒔 𝑪𝑮𝑷𝑨’𝒔 𝑲𝑨𝑳𝑨𝑺𝑨𝑮 𝑺𝒕𝒓𝒆𝒂𝒎𝒆𝒓 𝑨𝒘𝒂𝒓𝒅

Camp Delgado, Iloilo City - LTGEN ROY M GALIDO PA, Commanding General, Philippine Army conferred the CGPA’s KALASAG Streamer award to 6th Forward Service Support Unit of the Army Support Command during the celebration of the 51st Founding Anniversary of the 3rd Infantry (Spearhead) Division, Philippine Army on May 30, 2025.

The CGPA’s KALASAG Streamer Award is awarded to Philippine Army units that were directly involved in Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Response (HADR) operations during calamities that resulted in lives saved and/ or cadaver retrieved.

Through this award, the 6FSSU’s efforts for the search, rescue, and retrieval operations conducted in Negros Island Region after the onslaught of the phreatic eruption of Mt. Kanlaon volcano were recognized. The award, which was received by LTC ROWEL M MAALA PA, Commanding Officer of this unit, embodies the selfless dedication and hard work of the Tagapatigayon troopers in extending support and assistance to the supported units and other agencies. Notably, the unit also provided transportation and manpower assistance to the Office of the Civil Defense (OCD) Region 6 in transporting the much- needed commodities in the affected residence in Negros Island Region.

LTC MAALA is beyond grateful to LTGEN GALIDO for recognizing the efforts of 6FSSU and expresses his utmost gratitude to the whole Philippine Army and stakeholders for the continued trust to this unit - - - the Army provider in Western Visayas.

𝐀𝐑𝐌𝐘 𝐒𝐔𝐏𝐏𝐎𝐑𝐓 𝐂𝐎𝐌𝐌𝐀𝐍𝐃

28/03/2025

Spearhead Division Commander Visits the Home of Tagapatigayon Troopers

Camp Delgado, Iloilo City – In a remarkable occasion, Major General Michael G Samson, Commander of the 3rd Infantry Division strengthens Spearhead Division’s commitment to uphold peace and security through intensive collaboration and partnership to all units within its area of operations. To achieve this feat, he visited 6th Forward Service Support Unit, ASCOM, PA at Camp Delgado, Iloilo City on March 26, 2025.

His visit is highlighted by a unit briefing discussed by Ltc Rowel M Maala, Commanding Officer of 6FSSU, ASCOM, PA wherein enhancement of logistics operations, sustainment support, and other relevant matters that are essential in maintaining operational effectiveness are tackled. A significant discourse with Tagapatigayon Troopers was also held to remind them of their role in sustaining operational engagements of ground troops. During talk to troops, Major General Samson emphasized the notable contributions of 6FSSU and other logistics units in the attainment of the division’s mission. He also commended the troops for their unwavering dedication to duty by displaying professionalism and discipline in accomplishing their respective tasks and unit objectives.

The visit was culminated with the reaffirmation of both parties’ dedication to promote security, stability, and progress through peacekeeping initiatives and significant collaborations for a long-term sustainment goal in fostering strong territorial defense strategies and sustain overall operational control.

25/03/2025

“Taking a Breather: 6FSSU Female Soldiers’ Pampering Session and Skills Training during Women’s Month”

Camp Martin Delgado, Iloilo City – In honoring the display of hard work and invaluable contributions of women in uniform to our organization, 6FSSU held skills training and pampering session for our personnel as we solidify our commitment to recognize females’ vital roles in our society during the celebration of 2025 National Women’s Month anchored in theme, “Babae sa Lahat ng Sektor, Aangat ang Bukas sa Bagong Pilipinas”. The event was conducted on March 18 2025 at 6FSSU Conference Room, Camp Delgado, Iloilo City which was participated by available personnel and dependents of this unit.

In partnership with Local Government Unit of Iloilo City, 6FSSU highlighted the celebration of Women's Month by treating female soldiers and wives of 6FSSU male personnel to nail grooming, haircut, and massage services. Also, basic haircutting techniques were taught to participants of “Basic Haircut Training and Pampering Day”. This aims to promote inclusivity and empowerment in women through acquiring new skills and developing one’s ability for self-sustainment. As 6FSSU female personnel had their break by pampering themselves with well-deserved treats, we are also reminded that as we rise above inequality and stereotypes, females can demonstrate excellence and achieve greater heights in their respective fields.

6FSSU remains steadfast in fostering a positive environment for women and advocating for gender equality to ensure that they are given equal opportunities to thrive in their personal and professional lives.

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