DLA News Archive

July 21, 2026

Leadership changes hands at DLA Distribution San Diego

SAN DIEGO — Leadership at Defense Logistics Agency Distribution San Diego, California, officially changed hands from Navy Capt. Phoebe Tamayo to Navy Capt. Edelio “Del” Joloya in a ceremony onboard Naval Base San Diego, July 17.

July 17, 2026

DLA Distribution hosts agency vice director to discuss strategy, modernization

NEW CUMBERLAND, Pa. — Defense Logistics Agency Distribution hosted DLA Vice Director Brad Bunn and other members of the agency's headquarters staff for an update on the command’s Annual Operating Plan, a tour of the Eastern Distribution Center and to recognize outstanding employees.

July 17, 2026

At the nexus of readiness: Gen. Caine visits DLA's largest distribution hub

NEW CUMBERLAND, Pa. — Air Force Gen. Dan Caine, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, visited Defense Logistics Agency Distribution Susquehanna, Pennsylvania, July 14 to observe firsthand how the command supports warfighter readiness and is modernizing its operations.

July 14, 2026

DLA Distribution Sigonella bridges the gap with strategic staff ride

NAVAL AIR STATION SIGONELLA, Italy — In military logistics, connecting the supply chain directly to the warfighter's mission is critical for operational success. To bridge this gap, the Defense Logistics Agency Distribution Sigonella, Italy, military and civilian team recently conducted an immersive staff ride with the Air Force's 7th Reconnaissance Squadron.

July 9, 2026

DLA Distribution Europe welcomes new commander, honors outgoing leader's legacy

NEW CUMBERLAND, Pa. — Leadership at Defense Logistics Agency Distribution Europe officially changed hands from Army Lt. Col. Michael Zdrojesky to Army Lt. Col. Joseph Bower in a ceremony presided over by Army Col. Tracy Yates, commander, DLA Europe and Africa, June 8.

June 26, 2026

Leadership changes hands at DLA Distribution Susquehanna

NEW CUMBERLAND, Pa. — Leadership at Defense Logistics Agency Distribution Susquehanna, Pennsylvania, officially changed hands from Navy Capt. Andy Henwood to Army Col. Christopher Urynowicz in a ceremony presided over by Army Brig. Gen. Kevin Cotman, commanding general, DLA Distribution, June 25 at Defense Distribution Center Susquehanna, Pennsylvania.

June 18, 2026

DLA Distribution Yokosuka welcomes new commander

NEW CUMBERLAND, Pa. — Leadership at Defense Logistics Agency Distribution Yokosuka, Japan, officially changed hands from Navy Cmdr. Daniel Moldonado III to Navy Cmdr. Long Tran in a ceremony presided over by Army Brig. Gen. Kevin Cotman, commanding general, DLA Distribution, June 16 onboard Fleet Activities Yokosuka.

June 17, 2026

New DLA Distribution Sigonella commander outlines 'mission and people always' vision at first all-hands call

NAVAL AIR STATION SIGONELLA, Italy — Navy Cmdr. Aaron Smith, commander, Defense Logistics Agency Distribution Sigonella, Italy, held an all-hands call with employees June 12, his first since assuming command of the distribution center as the 11th commander.

June 17, 2026

Partnerships and people at forefront as leaders change

NEW CUMBERLAND, Pa. — New hands are on the reins at Defense Logistics Agency Distribution Korea. Army Lt. Col. Celina Pargo relinquished command to Army Lt. Col. Kelly Svarstad during a ceremony at Camp Carroll, Korea, June 12. Army Brig. Gen. Kevin L. Cotman, commanding general, DLA Distribution, presided over the ceremony.

June 17, 2026

Mutual Aid in Action: DLA San Joaquin firefighters support local crews in 5-alarm fire

TRACY, Calif — Firefighters from Defense Logistics Agency Installation Management, San Joaquin Fire & Emergency Services responded to an offsite five-alarm fire June 11, one with plumes of smoke visible from neighboring counties and television news coverage visible across the nation.