DLA Distribution News

Aug. 4, 2021

Defense Logistics Agency Distribution Commanding General Visits DLA Distribution San Joaquin

TRACY, Calif. — Defense Logistics Agency Distribution San Joaquin’s former commanding officer Marine Brig. Gen. Keith D. Reventlow; DLA Distribution Commanding General, recently visited the San Joaquin team July 29.

Aug. 3, 2021

DLA Distribution warehouse utilization saves Marines millions

NEW CUMBERLAND, Pa. — A DOD-led effort to optimize warehouse management is saving the Marine Corps millions at Defense Logistics Agency Distribution Barstow, California. DLA employees teamed with the Defense Department, the Marine Corps at Marine Corps Logistics Base Barstow in California and a contracted agency on the project.

Aug. 1, 2021

Defense Logistics Agency Installation Management Susquehanna receives new Division Chief

NEW CUMBERLAND, Pa. — Amy Snyder assumes the role of Defense Logistics Agency Installation Management Susquehanna, Pennsylvania, Division Chief for Security & Emergency Services today.

July 30, 2021

DLA Distribution San Diego hosts Naval Supply Systems Command Weapon Systems Support Commander

SAN DIEGO — Defense Logistics Agency Distribution Sand Diego, California, hosted Navy Rear Adm. Kenneth Epps, commander, Naval Supply Systems Command Weapon Systems Support, for a tour of DDDC facilities.

July 26, 2021

DLA Distribution utilizes Public Private Partnership program for cost savings and expeditious force readiness

WARNER ROBINS AIR FORCE BASE, Ga. — Defense Logistics Agency Warner Robins, Georgia, began utilizing the Public Private Partnership program for specific components related to the F-15 aircraft resulting in cost savings and faster turn-around times for Air Force component maintenance.

July 23, 2021

DLA director visits Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, meets with employees and customers

RICHMOND, Va — Defense Logistics Agency Director Vice Adm. Michelle Skubic visited Marine Corps Air Station, Cherry Point, North Carolina, July 13 and met with DLA senior leaders and employees and Fleet Readiness Center East customers.

July 21, 2021

DLA Distribution supports Pacer Goose mission

NEW CUMBERLAND, Pa. — Defense Logistics Agency Distribution Norfolk, Virginia, provided support to the Air Force’s annual re-supply mission Pacer Goose Sustainment 2021, at Thule Air Base, Greenland.

July 14, 2021

Defense Logistics Agency Distribution San Joaquin hosts F-35 Program Senior Leadership

TRACY, Calif. — Defense Logistics Agency Distribution San Joaquin, located in Tracy, California, hosted senior leaders from the F-35 Joint Program Office, Lockheed Martin, U.S. Transportation Command, Accenture and DLA Distribution July 7.

July 9, 2021

DLA Distribution expands knowledge and training with DEFENDER-Europe 21 exercise

NEW CUMBERLAND, Pa. — Defense Logistics Agency Distribution played an integral role in the DEFENDER-Europe 21 exercise, testing the capabilities of the distribution network to support the warfighter flexibly and sustainably on an emergent basis.

July 8, 2021

DLA police and local counterparts conduct canine focused force protection measure at DLA Distribution Susquehanna

NEW CUMBERLAND, Pa. — Eight Pennsylvania canine teams from around the New Cumberland area met at the Defense Logistics Agency Distribution Susquehanna, Pennsylvania’s café annex to go over planning details before conducting a random antiterrorism measure or RAM for short.

July 2, 2021

DLA Distribution Commanding General delivers Fourth of July remarks

NEW CUMBERLAND, Pa. — July 4th marks the 245th anniversary of the birth of our nation. What started as an experiment in democracy and the birth of an independent nation — separate from colonial rule — has become a strong and amazing example of freedom and liberty to the world.

July 1, 2021

Air Force and Navy logistics leaders visit DLA Distribution

NEW CUMBERLAND, Pa. — The Pentagon’s Director for Logistics, Air Force Lt. Gen. Sam C. Barrett and Defense Logistics Agency’s Director, Navy Vice Adm. Michelle C. Skubic, visited DLA Distribution Headquarters in New Cumberland, Pennsylvania, June 23 for an update on the agency’s COVID-19 support efforts and a tour of the modernization efforts at DLA Distribution Susquehanna, Pennsylvania.

July 1, 2021

Fireworks safety message from DLA Installation Management Susquehanna

NEW CUMBERLAND, Pa. — Fireworks are often used to mark special events and holidays. However, the only safe way to view fireworks is to attend a professional show. These shows are returning this year after being cancelled last year. Fireworks are simply not safe in the hands of consumers and cause thousands of injuries each year.

June 24, 2021

DLA Distribution Industry Day goes virtual

NEW CUMBERLAND, Pa. — Defense Logistics Agency Distribution hosted a virtual Industry Day June 9 with over 180 industry representatives from 33 states participating. The event’s focus was to help industry partners do business with DLA Distribution and to encourage an open dialogue and exchange of information and ideas.

June 22, 2021

DLA Distribution Korea opens new warehouse

NEW CUMBERLAND, Pa. — Defense Logistics Agency Distribution, Korea held a soft opening ceremony for their new warehouse June 4 with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Far East District, and the Ministry of National Defense - Defense Installations Agency in attendance as honored guests.