DLA News Archive

Oct. 10, 2018

DLA wins Fort Belvoir Commander’s Cup

After years of advancing in the rankings, this year the Defense Logistics Agency beat the competition to win the Fort Belvoir Commander’s Cup for the first time. DLA Director Army Lt. Gen. Darrell Williams congratulated the team from across the agency in an Oct. 4 ceremony at the McNamara Headquarters Complex.

Oct. 9, 2018

DSCC associate saves life on commute home

COLUMBUS, Ohio — We’ve all heard the saying, “It’s all about being in the right place at the right time,” but these words couldn’t be truer for Daniel McCombs. It was dark outside and he was focused on ensuring the safety of the witnesses. This is when he noticed the car on flames and heard someone was still inside, he immediately went into response mode – trying to figure out how to save the driver.

Oct. 9, 2018

DLA seeks defense industry’s support in research, development efforts

Defense industry representatives got a detailed review of innovation efforts underway at the Defense Logistics Agency during DLA’s Research and Development Industry Day Oct. 3 at the McNamara Headquarters Complex.

Oct. 9, 2018

Read latest on logistics R&D in The Innovator

The September-October issue of The Innovator is now available. The Innovator is electronically published bimonthly with articles and information for employees on DLA Research and Development projects, updates and upcoming events and activities.

Oct. 8, 2018

Event puts creative spin on domestic violence awareness

Richmond, Va. — Come out and break a sweat while bringing awareness to the issue of domestic violence at this year’s Spin for the Cause/Breaking the Cycle of Domestic Violence. A joint venture between Defense Logistics Agency Installation Operations Richmond and the U.S. Army Reserve 80th Training Command, Spin for the Cause encourages physical and mental fitness to help overcome obstacles and gain empowerment.

Oct. 8, 2018

DSCC associate saves life on commute home

COLUMBUS, Ohio — We’ve all heard the saying, “It’s all about being in the right place at the right time,” but these words couldn’t be truer for Daniel McCombs. It was dark outside and he was focused on ensuring the safety of the witnesses. This is when he noticed the car on flames and heard someone was still inside, he immediately went into response mode – trying to figure out how to save the driver.

Oct. 6, 2018

Army testing more effective ghillie suits

FORT BELVOIR, Va. — Logistics In Action: Article originally appeared on the U.S. Army Training and Doctrine Command website — The Army is looking for an improved ghillie suit to replace the flame-resistant, camouflage suit now worn by snipers to keep them from being seen by the enemy.

Oct. 5, 2018

New coveralls to make life more comfortable for fuel handlers

FORT BELVOIR, Va. — Logistics In Action: Article originally appeared on the U.S. Army Training and Doctrine Command website — Fuel handler coveralls are worn by some 17,000 petroleum supply specialists in the Army who fuel trucks, aircraft and boats, and who operate pipelines and storage tanks around the globe.

Oct. 5, 2018

DLA Energy Commander addresses the workforce

After only 23 days on the job, Air Force Brig. Gen. Albert Miller, the Defense Logistics Agency Energy Commander, gathered employees for an All Hands at the McNamara Headquarters Complex, Fort Belvoir, Virginia, Oct. 2.

Oct. 5, 2018

Leadership Spotlight: Dr. Robert Boggs

COLUMBUS, Ohio — “Mentoris Times” features an interview with Dr. Robert Boggs. Dr. Boggs is the director of People and Culture and has over 35 years of experience in the Federal Government and 41 years of combined Military Service.