DLA News Archive

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.

Sept. 24, 2025

DLA Distribution Korea successfully launches new Warehouse Management System

NEW CUMBERLAND, Pa. — Defense Logistics Agency Distribution Korea has successfully transitioned to the new Warehouse Management System, marking a significant milestone in modernizing logistics operations and ensuring uninterrupted logistics support to U.S. Forces Korea and the Pacific theater.

Dec. 17, 2024

DLA Distribution Korea translates, briefs DLA Strategic Plan in Korean

FORT BELVOIR, Va. — To enhance communication and promote inclusivity amongst the Defense Logistics Agency Distribution, Korea workforce, the agency’s strategic plan was translated and briefed in Korean for the first time during a town hall held at Camp Carroll, South Korea, Nov. 28.

June 21, 2024

Responsibility shifts at DLA Distribution Korea

NEW CUMBERLAND, Pa. — Army Lt. Col. Nathan L. Hadlock relinquished command of Defense Logistics Agency Distribution Korea to Army Lt. Col. Celina S. Pargo during a ceremony held at Camp Carrol, Korea, on June 21. Army Col. Dennis K. Williams II, Military Deputy Commander, DLA Indo-Pacific Command, presided over the event.

Nov. 1, 2023

DLA Distribution Korea’s new warehouse enters initial operational capability

NEW CUMBERLAND, Pa. — With 90% of equipment installed, Defense Logistics Agency Distribution Korea is moving and processing material in the newly modernized warehouse at Camp Carroll.

Sept. 28, 2023

Republic of Korea Capt. visits DLA Distribution Korea

NEW CUMBERLAND, Pa. — Republic of Korea Navy Capt. Lee, Dong Won toured Defense Logistics Agency Distribution, Korea, July 19. The tour and briefing provided an overview of DLA Distribution, Korea facilities on Camp Carroll.

Sept. 13, 2023

DLA Distribution Korea employee named DLA Employee of the Quarter

NEW CUMBERLAND, Pa. — Chong Pil Ho, with Defense Logistics Agency Distribution Korea, is one of three recipients of the DLA Employee of the quarter award, for the 3rd quarter of fiscal year 2023.

June 8, 2023

DLA Distribution Korea celebrates Army promotion

CAMP CARROLL, South Korea — Army Staff Sgt. Siris A. Alma was promoted to the rank of Sgt. 1st Class  during a May 12 promotion ceremony on the first floor of the Defense Logistics Agency Distribution Korea warehouse. DLA Distribution Korea employees and other distinguished guests attended the ceremony. Additionally, the ceremony was streamed via Microsoft Teams and Facebook Live for family, close friends0 and others to view remotely.

Jan. 10, 2023

Brig. Gen. Crist tours DLA Distribution Korea

NEW CUMBERLAND, Pa. — Brig. Gen. Frederick Crist, Commanding General, 19th Expeditionary Sustainment Command, toured Defense Logistics Agency Distribution, Korea, Jan 5.

Dec. 8, 2022

DLA Distribution commander visits DLA Distribution Korea

NEW CUMBERLAND, Pa. — Navy Rear Adm. Grafton D. Chase, commander of Defense Logistics Agency Distribution, visited DLA Distribution Korea Nov. 16.