DLA News Archive

Nov. 1, 2025

LEAD-ing the future of logistics: Inside DLA’s Digital Strategy

The Defense Logistics Agency is the backbone of military sustainment, providing troops around the world with everything from fuel and food to spare parts and medical supplies. With a mission so vast, DLA can’t afford to fall behind when it comes to technology.

Nov. 1, 2025

The Joint Logistics Enterprise’s Modern 'Contested Logistics Truths'

From its inception, the military has played a significant role in the development of the United States. As the Nation approaches its 250th anniversary, a consistent theme for our military emerges: the enduring imperative to defend, deter, and prevail in conflict. History has demonstrated that the lynchpin of success in conflict always relies on logistics.

Oct. 15, 2025

DLA Weapons Support (Columbus)’ Legal Office engages with Jeopardy!-style Annual Ethics Training

COLUMBUS, Ohio — Defense Logistics Agency Weapons Support (Columbus)’ Legal Office took an innovative approach to its annual ethics training on Oct. 7, by transforming the Operations Center Auditorium into a "Federal Ethics Regulations Jeopardy!" game show set.

Oct. 14, 2025

DLA Weapons Support embarks on transformation, prioritizing warfighter support, employee well-being

RICHMOND, Va. — As Defense Logistics Agency Weapons Support unites the agency’s supply operations in Richmond and Columbus under a single command, leaders are focused on a clear mission: revolutionizing support for the warfighter while safeguarding the well-being of its workforce and celebrating the unique strengths of its teams. The strategic direction for the coming year was a key focus of the fiscal year 2026 Annual Operating Plan overview led by Air Force Brig. Gen. Patrick Launey, DLA Weapons Support (Richmond) commander, Oct. 9 at Defense Supply Center Richmond.

Oct. 13, 2025

From subs to supply – one sailor’s Navy journey

NEW CUMBERLAND, Pa. — Service, strength, sea power. These are the words that Navy Lt. Cmdr. Sean Forsyth uses to describe the U.S. Navy’s 250-year-old history.

Oct. 13, 2025

DLA Distribution Susquehanna marks Navy's 250th with cake cutting

NEW CUMBERLAND, Pa. — In recognition of the U.S. Navy’s 250th birthday Oct. 13, Defense Logistics Agency Distribution Susquehanna, Pennsylvania, hosted a traditional cake cutting ceremony Oct. 8.

Oct. 10, 2025

Workforce issues a primary focus at DLA Weapons Support (Richmond) Town Hall

RICHMOND, Va. — Defense Logistics Agency Weapons Support (Richmond) employees gathered in person and online Oct. 9 as Army Lt. Gen. Mark Simerly, DLA director; Army Command Sgt. Maj. Petra Casarez, DLA senior enlisted leader; and Air Force Brig. Gen. Patrick Launey, DLA Weapons Support (Richmond) commander, led a town hall focused on transformation, readiness and recognition of workforce excellence.

Oct. 10, 2025

DLA Troop Support Awards First Subsistence Prime Vendor Contract for Australia.

PHILADELPHIA — Defense Logistics Agency Troop Support Subsistence has awarded an $871 million contract to support warfighters in the Indo-Pacific Command, including Australia.

Oct. 7, 2025

DLA Director visits Troop Support for town hall, employee recognition and FY26 annual operating plan review

PHILADELPHIA — Defense Logistics Agency Director Army Lt. Gen. Mark Simerly visited DLA Troop Support for an employee town hall and a fiscal 2026 annual operating plan discussion with the organization’s senior leaders on Oct. 2.

Oct. 3, 2025

Transformation is top topic at town hall

FORT BELVOIR, Va. — Agency senior leaders addressed the current state of the Defense Logistics Agency and its way ahead through transformation at a global town hall Oct. 1.