DLA News Archive

March 12, 2019

Distribution J9 Navy Reserve Team provides regional support to the European Command at DLA Distribution Europe

NEW CUMBERLAND, Pa. — DLA Distribution’s J9 Navy Reserve Team took over a massive effort in support of DLA Distribution Europe’s retrograde mission. The operation took place Jan. 6 to Feb. 2, 2019.   The purpose of the team’s effort was to help reduce retrograde backlog and return key readiness drivers to serviceable inventory. Army Lt. Col. Jonathan S. Ackiss,

March 7, 2019

Medical helps new Navy ships join the fleet

PHILADELPHIA — As the U.S. Navy continues to build new ships, the Defense Logistics Agency Troop Support Medical supply chain helps the ships meet their medical requirements.

Jan. 31, 2019

DLA Distribution Susquehanna, Pennsylvania’s Executive Officer retires

NEW CUMBERLAND, Pa. — Defense Logistics Agency Distribution Susquehanna, Pennsylvania’s executive officer, Navy Lt. Cmdr. Rex B. Burman, is retiring after 20 years of military service.    During his retirement ceremony held here Jan. 9, Burman was presented the Defense Meritorious Service Medal, his retirement certificate, and the coveted DDSP Pallet award, recognizing

Jan. 7, 2019

DLA is 'Top Gun' for printing

Employees of the DLA print facility at Naval Air Station North Island produced posters for a squadron whose offices and hangar will be a filming location for the new 'Top Gun' movie, to be released summer 2020.

Aug. 1, 2018

C&T works ‘hand in glove’ to earn DLA Troop Support Team of the Year award

PHILADELPHIA — When the Navy announced it was changing sailors’ utility uniforms in 2016, a planning team from the Defense Logistics Agency Troop Support Clothing and Textiles supply chain geared up a plan for sustainment.

March 22, 2018

Document Services creates mural for Navy’s master-at-arms school

Thanks to the skill of DLA Information Operations employees, the personnel who run a Navy training school can now say they’re literally a part of their institution.

Feb. 23, 2018

DLA Troop Support supervisor recognized for oversight of Navy uniforms transition

PHILADELPHIA — Anthony J. Ruzicka's team from the Clothing and Textiles supply chain oversaw the fielding of two Navy uniforms, earning him DLA Troop Support's Supervisor of the Quarter.

Nov. 13, 2017

DLA, Navy discuss continuing efforts to adapt to evolving global threats

Improving timelines for maintenance of a multipurpose Navy fighter jet, enhancing support to the nuclear enterprise and maintaining superiority for Navy cyber security were among the topics senior leaders of the Defense Logistics Agency discussed with their Navy counterparts at the annual Navy/DLA Day Nov. 8 in the McNamara Headquarters Complex.

Oct. 18, 2017

McNamara Headquarters Complex employees celebrate Navy’s 242nd birthday

Sailors joining the Navy today have initiative and commitment that will make the service’s future as successful as its past, the Defense Logistics Agency’s senior enlisted leader said during a celebration of the Navy’s 242nd birthday at the McNamara Headquarters Complex Oct. 17.

Oct. 18, 2017

DLA Distribution celebrates Navy birthday

NEW CUMBERLAND, Pa. — To honor the United States Navy’s 242nd birthday, DLA Distribution employees gathered together to sing the Navy service song and cut a birthday cake.