DLA News Archive

Dec. 18, 2024

College Intern leads training effort for DLA Energy BPSD

FORT BELVOIR, Va. — Rhiannon Staley, a fourth-year student at University of Virginia and intern, led training for Defense Logistics Agency Energy employees while working for the Business Process Support Directorate as part of the Department of Defense’s College Acquisition Internship Program at DLA headquarters.

Dec. 17, 2024

Procurement to production: Aviation, Land and Maritime team up for success at Warner Robins

RICHMOND, Va. — The Defense Logistics Agency Aviation at Warner Robins hosted a two-day operational tour for a team from DLA Land and Maritime to strengthen their partnership and highlight the impact of their combined efforts on aircraft maintenance and supply chain management. The visit aimed to foster a deeper understanding of each other's priorities and constraints, ultimately supporting the warfighter through more efficient and aligned efforts.

Dec. 14, 2024

DLA Energy employee seize opportunity for professional growth through DLA Shadow Program

FORT BELVOIR, Va. — Defense Logistic Energy Middle East Deputy Director James Elliot took part in the DLA Shadow Program where he shadowed the DLA Energy Deputy Commander David Kless for five days at the McNamara Headquarters building.

Dec. 11, 2024

PaCE program graduates recognized during annual ceremony

RICHMOND, Va. — Personnel in Defense Logistics Agency Aviation’s Pathways to Career Excellence program celebrated a career milestone during an Oct. 9 ceremony honoring their graduation from the two-year training program at Defense Supply Center Richmond, Virginia.

Dec. 6, 2024

DLA Energy commander discuss military fuel support with Norway defense team

FORT BELVOIR, Va. — Navy Rear Adm. George Bresnihan, commander of Defense Logistics Agency Energy, discusses military fuel support with the Norway defense team during a visit at the McNamara Headquarters Complex on Fort Belvoir, Virginia.

Dec. 4, 2024

MWR’s Red Wagon Program energizes DLA employees through movement

FORT BELVOIR, Va. — DLA Energy employees took part in an exercise session provided by the DLA Morale, Welfare, and Recreation team that promotes mental and physical wellness through the “Red Wagon” initiative where the MWR fitness instructors traveled through the McNamara Headquarters building on Fort Belvoir, Virginia.

Dec. 3, 2024

Discussing strategy over ‘100 Cups of Coffee’

Fort Belvoir — Six Defense Logistics Agency employees recently had a chance to enjoy a cup of coffee and discuss the agency’s future plans with leadership during an informal gathering in the cafeteria of the McNamara Headquarters Complex Nov 26.

Nov. 29, 2024

DLA director hosts town hall, discusses future initiatives at former command

PHILADELPHIA — Defense Logistics Agency Troop Support welcomed former commander, now DLA Director Army Lt. Gen. Mark Simerly, and DLA Senior Enlisted Leader Air Force Command Chief Master Sgt. Alvin Dyer for a town hall and review of the 2025 Annual Operating Plan Nov. 25.

Nov. 25, 2024

Outstanding employee recognized for years of service at DLA Distribution

NEW CUMBERLAND, Pa. — Matthew Williams, deputy director, Defense Logistics Agency Distribution plans, training and modernization, received the Meritorious Civilian Service award, November 20, at DLA Distribution headquarters in New Cumberland, Pennsylvania. He also served as the acting director from December 2023 to November 2024.

Nov. 25, 2024

C&T hosts 10th annual industry event, instills collaboration, communication

CHERRY HILL, N.J. — More than 1,000 representatives from the Defense Logistics Agency, military services and domestic clothing and textiles industrial base participated in the 10th annual Joint Advanced Planning Brief for Industry, hosted by DLA Troop Support’s Clothing and Textiles supply chain, November 20-21.