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July 9, 2026
From desk to deck: DLA team sees mission impact aboard USS Nimitz
RICHMOND, Va. — Members of the Defense Logistics Agency Weapons Support at Jacksonville team toured the USS Nimitz (CVN-68), June 22 as part of the fourth installment of the "Meet the Warfighter: Waterfront" series intended to bridge the gap between support personnel who manage the logistics pipeline and the Sailors who depend on it.
July 8, 2026
DLA Aviation set to case colors ahead of Weapons Support activation
RICHMOND, Va. — On July 23, the Defense Logistics Agency will close a historic chapter and forge a unified future as it officially deactivates DLA Aviation, based on Defense Supply Center Richmond. This deactivation, held in conjunction with the deactivation of DLA Land and Maritime in Columbus, Ohio, the day after, marks the formal stand-up of DLA Weapons Support – a new, integrated major subordinate command headquartered in Columbus.
Closing a historic chapter: DLA Land and Maritime prepares to officially case its unit colors
COLUMBUS, Ohio — On July 24, the Defense Logistics Agency will close a historic chapter and forge a unified future as it officially deactivates DLA Land and Maritime, based at the Defense Supply Center Columbus. This deactivation, held in conjunction with the deactivation of DLA Aviation in Richmond, Virginia, the day prior, marks the formal stand-up of DLA Weapons Support – a new, integrated major subordinate command headquartered in Columbus.
July 6, 2026
Richmond course offers a new perspective on the people behind wholesale logistics
RICHMOND, Va. — Most aviation supply professionals know how to request an aircraft part. Fewer understand the network of people and organizations working behind the scenes after that request leaves their unit.
DLA Aviation and DLA Land and Maritime to deactivate, DLA Weapons Support to stand up
COLUMBUS, Ohio — The Defense Logistics Agency will host ceremonies on July 23 and 24 to mark the formal deactivation of DLA Aviation and DLA Land and Maritime and the activation of the new DLA Weapons Support major subordinate command.
June 23, 2026
Weapons Support at Ogden welcomes new Commander
RICHMOND, Va. — Defense Logistics Agency Weapons Support at Ogden team held a change of command ceremony welcoming their new commander June 9 at Hill Air Force Base, Utah.
June 17, 2026
The relationships behind readiness | How Cathy Contreras helped shape 15 years of Strategic Supplier Alliances
RICHMOND, Va. — Fifteen years after its formalization, a partnership model designed to strengthen relationships between the Defense Logistics Agency and its industry partners, continues to shape how DLA Weapons Support provides support to the warfighter.
June 16, 2026
Responding without hesitation | DLA first responders save employee’s life
RICHMOND, Va. — “There is no mathematical reason whatsoever why I should be here.”
June 9, 2026
Richmond helps shape how DLA welcomes new employees
RICHMOND, Va. — Every employee remembers their first day: The unfamiliar faces, the paperwork and the anticipation that comes with joining a new organization.
June 4, 2026
DLA Supply Chain Symposium focuses on fortifying partnerships, building a resilient industrial base
COLUMBUS, Ohio — The Defense Logistics Agency, in conjunction with the National Defense Industrial Association, concluded its annual Supply Chain Alliance Symposium and Exhibition June 3, bringing the two-day event at the Greater Columbus Convention Center to a close.
DLA, industry partners convene to enhance readiness, strengthen supply chains
COLUMBUS, Ohio — Delivering readiness, building capabilities, and enhancing logistics deterrence were the guiding themes of the first day of the 2026 Defense Logistics Agency Supply Chain Alliance Symposium and Exhibition June 2. More than 1,300 representatives from industry and government entities attended the two-day event at the Greater Columbus Convention Center, which was hosted by the National Defense Industrial Association in partnership with DLA.
May 27, 2026
Strengthening industrial base focus of symposium, matchmaking signups open May 28
COLUMBUS, Ohio — Strategic dialogue and collaboration aimed at strengthening the defense industrial base will take center stage at the annual Defense Logistics Agency Supply Chain Alliance Symposium and Exhibition, June 2-3, at the Greater Columbus Convention Center.
May 19, 2026
DLA Weapons Support marks leadership transition at Cherry Point
CHERRY POINT, N.C. — Defense Logistics Agency Weapons Support held a Relinquishment of Charge ceremony April 30 at Millers Landing aboard Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point.
May 18, 2026
Partnerships drive cost savings on critical aircraft component
RICHMOND, Va. — Coordination between Defense Logistics Agency Weapons Support, service program offices and industry partners ensured fair pricing for a critical aircraft component, strengthening readiness across multiple platforms while protecting taxpayer dollars and reinforcing DLA’s focus on partnerships.
May 14, 2026
From Analytics to Action: Improving aircraft readiness through industry partnerships
RICHMOND, Va. — One employee from Defense Logistics Agency Weapons Support at Ogden recently earned top-level recognition for his role in helping to ensure America’s warfighters have the parts they need, when they need them.