DLA News Archive

Dec. 11, 2020

Resource management director reflects on year

BATTLE CREEK, Mich. — The pandemic’s trampling of well-laid plans meant lots of on-the-fly changes in 2020.

Dec. 11, 2020

Fire prevention more important than ever during 2020 holiday season

NEW CUMBERLAND, Pa. — With more people staying home during this holiday season due to the current pandemic, the potential for fires has increased.

Dec. 10, 2020

DLA Indo-Pacific employees awarded for COVID-19 support

CAMP HUMPHREYS, Korea — Two Defense Logistics Agency Indo-Pacific employees were recently awarded the the Joint Service Achievement Medal for their support to COVID-19 operations in South Korea.

Dec. 10, 2020

Fueling freedom

TYNDALL AIR FORCE, Fla. — Logistics In Action: Article originally appeared on the Tyndall Air Force Base website — Every specialty in the Air Force has an important role in achieving air dominance and superiority. The 325th Logistics Readiness Squadron at Tyndall is no different, providing clean and efficient fuel for flying missions.

Dec. 10, 2020

Having a good holiday season – in spite of the pandemic!

COLUMBUS, Ohio — As the coronavirus pandemic stretches into nearly a full year of impacting our daily lives, it can feel like it’s hard to find any fun in your day-to-day routine. (Life at home can feel a lot like Groundhog Day—and not in a good way.) You may feel stressed, sad or anxious because your holiday plans may look different during this health emergency. But with some practical tips, you can minimize the stress that accompanies the holidays.

Dec. 10, 2020

DLA Training makes the grade during pandemic

COLUMBUS, Ohio — Like many agency officials, DLA Training Center employees in Columbus, Ohio, have had to adapt their operations and convert live training to virtual instruction during the pandemic.

Dec. 10, 2020

Senior leader honored for meritorious service

BATTLE CREEK, Mich. — Five years of exceptionally meritorious service was recognized Dec. 7 when a Defense Logistics Agency Meritorious Service Medal was presented to DLA Disposition Services Chief of Staff Pete Foreman during a meeting of the command’s senior leaders in Battle Creek, Michigan.

Dec. 10, 2020

What the holidays mean to me: Francis “Post” Casto

RICHMOND, VA — During the month of December, DLA Aviation Public Affairs will be running a special series of stories titled "What the holidays mean to me." The purpose is to spotlight members of the DLA Aviation workforce during the holidays.

Dec. 9, 2020

Small business support remains strong in 2020

BATTLE CREEK, Mich. — DLA Disposition Services met a variety of contract set-aside goals while increasing competition overall.

Dec. 9, 2020

DLA Aviation soars above the competition, named best of the best in Defense Department Supply Chain Excellence

RICHMOND, VA — The Office of the Assistant Secretary of Defense for Sustainment named Defense Logistics Agency Aviation as the winner of the 2019 Department of Defense Award for Supply Chain Excellence. The award honors organizations that made exceptional progress through innovative development or adoption of best supply chain practices. It also provides a showcase for innovative management and technology tools used to improve supply chain efficiency and effectiveness to enhance warfighter support.