DLA News Archive

May 14, 2025

2025 DLA Hall of Fame inductee: Linda Barnett

An acquisition leader known for improving the integration of bulk petroleum management and increasing efficiency throughout Defense Logistics Agency Energy is a 2025 DLA Hall of Fame member.

May 14, 2025

Ellsworth visit reinforces critical DLA-Navy partnership at Cherry Point

RICHMOND, Va. — U.S. Air Force Brig. Gen. Chad Ellsworth, commander of Defense Logistics Agency Aviation, visited Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, North Carolina, on April 17 to meet with DLA Aviation at Cherry Point and Fleet Readiness Center East senior leadership, underscoring the critical collaboration between DLA and the Navy in supporting global military operations.

May 13, 2025

National Police Week honors DLA police officers

FORT BELVOIR, Va. — The Defense Logistics Agency and communities across the nation honor the men and women who serve in law enforcement in recognition of National Police Week May 11 to 17.

May 12, 2025

Two DLA Energy Europe & Africa staffers become Green Belts

KAISERSLAUTERN, Germany — Recognizing the need for change, a dedicated team from the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Energy Europe & Africa (E&A) partnered with continuous process improvement (CPI) experts from the DLA Energy headquarters. These mentors and coaches provided guidance to drive change. As a result, Courtney Butcher DLA Energy E&A customer account specialist (CAS) and Andreea Antonesei of DLA Energy E&A international agreements, achieved their Green Belt certifications. A Lean Six Sigma green belt certification is the first certification achievable in the CPI program where candidates learn how to use CPI tools and facilitate CPI projects in a methodical fashion to incite change.

May 12, 2025

DLA Installation Management at Susquehanna emphasizes environmental stewardship with week of outreach

NEW CUMBERLAND, Pa. — Defense Logistics Agency Installation Management at Susquehanna recently concluded a week-long environmental outreach initiative, designed to promote environmental awareness and stewardship among personnel and the community.

May 9, 2025

Mission success starts with protecting the people behind it

FORT BELVOIR, Va. — DLA Energy Middle East conducted a personal protective equipment (PPE) fitting at Naval Support Activity Bahrain on April 24, bolstering force protection for its deployed workforce in response to rising regional threats. Proper PPE is essential for safeguarding DLA's personnel, its most valuable asset, and maintaining uninterrupted fuel support across the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility.

May 9, 2025

DLA Director urges ‘deliberate, disciplined’ approach to transformation

RICHMOND, Va. — The Defense Logistics Agency director told DLA Aviation leaders here May 5 that the agency must transform to meet evolving Defense Department needs and ensure continued warfighter support.

May 9, 2025

DLA Aviation honors employees, addresses leadership transition at annual awards and town hall

RICHMOND, Va. — Seven individuals who exemplify dedication and excellence within the Defense Logistics Agency Aviation were honored May 8 during the 5th Annual DLA Aviation Awards Ceremony.

May 9, 2025

Texas school district uses DLA Disposition Services to support students

BATTLE CREEK, Mich. — Defense Logistics Agency Disposition Services recently donated 98 excess military laptops to Neches Independent School District in Texas, where they are helping expand students’ access to digital learning.

May 8, 2025

DLA Troop Support’s Medical awards $30.3B pharmaceutical prime vendor contract, small business

Philadelphia — The Defense Logistics Agency Medical supply chain awarded a next generation pharmaceutical prime vendor contract on March 7th. The contract awards a total of $30.3 billion over the next 10 years, including a small business component of $1.3 billion.