DLA News Archive

July 10, 2018

DLA Aviation at Warner Robins employees capture bowling trophy

Richmond, Va — Defense Logistics Agency Aviation at Warner Robins, Georgia, employees defeat teams from across the base by over 40 pins during the inaugural Team Robins Commanders Cup Bowling Tournament. Th

July 10, 2018

Acquisition rotational program begins

FORT BELVOIR, Virginia — A new rotational program is providing Defense Logistics Agency Energy employees with a career broadening view of contracting methods, processes and procedure from various business units.

July 10, 2018

Former Distribution commander receives distinguished Order of Saint Martin award

ANNISTON, Ala. — Former DLA Distribution Anniston, Alabama commander Army Lt. Col. Michael L. Lindley was inducted into the Distinguished Order of Saint Martin during a change of command ceremony held on June 5.

July 10, 2018

Puerto Rico power grid reenergizes with DLA-provided materials

DLA and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers play a key role providing materials for the rebuilding of the power grid in Puerto Rico.

July 9, 2018

Distribution commander unveils command philosophy at inaugural town hall

NEW CUMBERLAND, Pa. — During his first formal address to the DLA Distribution headquarters workforce, commanding officer Navy Supply Corps Rear Adm. Kevin Jones laid out his tenets for a successful and cohesive command environment.

July 9, 2018

DLA Disposition Services gives new purpose to old or excess items

DLA Disposition Services gives new purpose to old or excess items.

July 6, 2018

DLA Troop Support celebrates 219 years warfighter support in Philadelphia

PHILADELPHIA — Employees celebrated 219 years of DLA Troop Support's continuous logistics support to the United States July 6. Although the official “birth” of DLA may stem from the Oct. 1, 1961 creation of the Defense Supply Agency, DLA Troop Support ties its origins to the acquisition of the Schuylkill Arsenal in 1799.

July 6, 2018

Agency cuts the ribbon at new Humphreys site

USAG Humphreys, South Korea — Defense Logistics Agency employees at Gimcheon, South Korea, recently celebrated the official Grand Opening/Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for their new collection point at Camp Humphreys.

July 6, 2018

Yokosuka inventory director retires after 40 years of federal service

YOKOSUKA, Japan — Diane Jarvi, inventory director at DLA Distribution Yokosuka, Japan, is saying goodbye to the DLA family upon her retirement from federal service after 40 years of dedicated service to the nation, DLA Distribution Yokosuka, Japan and the warfighter. Her official retirement date was July 1.

July 5, 2018

DLA Land and Maritime awards millions to Ohio small businesses in first half of fiscal year

COLUMBUS, Ohio — The Defense Logistics Agency Land and Maritime awarded nearly $78.5 million to Ohio small businesses in the first half of this fiscal year ending March 31st. This number includes more than $29.5 million in award dollars to small businesses in the Columbus region. The majority of dollars were awarded to small businesses in the manufacturing sector, with the following areas receiving the most award dollars: General Purpose Machinery Manufacturing, Motor Vehicle Transmission and Power Train Parts Manufacturing, Fluid Power Pump and Motor Manufacturing and Industrial Valve Manufacturing.