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March 13, 2023
Kelleher discusses military logistics at Joint Logistics Course
FORT BELVOIR, Va. — The future of logistics and capabilities of the Defense Logistics Agency were among the topics discussed by DLA’s executive director of operations and sustainment at the Army’s Joint Logistics Course at Fort Lee, Virginia, March 3.
DLA Energy trainees set the PaCE for the future
FORT BELVOIR, Va. — For the first time since the COVID-19 pandemic started, seven Pathways to Career Excellence Program trainees graduated during a ceremony at the McNamara Headquarters Complex on Fort Belvoir, Virginia, March 9.
DLA Europe & Africa talks logistics readiness at Joint Eucom and Africom Deployment and Distribution Conference
KAISERSLAUTERN, Germany — DLA Europe & Africa commander provides insights on logistics readiness at the Joint EUCOM & AFRICOM Deployment & Distribution Conference.
March 10, 2023
Targeted how-to videos aim to reduce vendor packaging errors
COLUMBUS, Ohio — Defense Logistics Agency Land and Maritime Small Business Office in partnership with DLA Training and DLA Disposition Services Columbus have launched a series of how-to videos to alleviate common packaging errors by vendors when shipping products.
March 8, 2023
Idaho Lands receives $70 million in donated equipment from DLA since 2013
BATTLE CREEK, Mich. — A savvy used property screener for the Idaho Department of Lands has brought tens of millions of dollars in used and surplus DOD equipment to his state to fight fires and protect rural communities in the past decade.
Defense Logistics Agency Distribution Europe arranges critical material for humanitarian crisis in Turkey
TRACY, Calif. — Defense Logistics Agency Distribution Europe, in conjunction with DLA Troop Support Europe and Africa, arranged critical material in support of the humanitarian crisis in Turkey within 5 hours of receiving the order on Feb. 10.
March 6, 2023
DLA Energy Europe & Africa supports NATO pipeline
FORT BELVOIR, Va. — As the Russian incursion into Ukraine continues, DLA Energy Europe & Africa is continuing its efforts with its North Atlantic Treaty Organization’s allies to ensure fuel is available to meet operational commitments.
DLA Land and Maritime forges partnerships at Tactical Wheeled Vehicles Conference
COLUMBUS, Ohio — Modernization, innovation, flexibility, collaboration and the role of industry filling gaps in the tactical wheeled vehicle supply chain were among the topics discussed at the annual National Defense Industrial Association’s Tactical Wheeled Vehicles Conference at the Greater Columbus Convention Center in Columbus, Ohio, Feb. 27- March 1.
March 2, 2023
Mayport NS ribbon cutting celebrates cost saving utilities contract
FORT BELVOIR, Va. — The U.S. Navy celebrated a successful transition of ownership of its wastewater utility system, with a ribbon cutting ceremony at Naval Station, Mayport, Florida on March 1st.
F-35 site visits foster insights as logistics support continues transition
FORT BELVOIR, Va. — The DLA's director of logistics operations and leaders from the U.S. Transportation Command and F-35 Joint Program Office toured warehousing sites in Texas and California supporting the joint strike fighter Feb. 28-March 1.
Feb. 28, 2023
DLA Aviation shares sustainment practices at International Military Helicopter Symposium
RICHMOND, Va. — Addressing the maintenance challenges of keeping 4,000 military helicopters flying, Defense Logistics Agency Aviation Commander Air Force Brig. Gen. Sean Tyler spoke at the International Military Helicopter Conference in London, United Kingdom Feb. 20.
Feb. 27, 2023
DLA R&D works to improve battery technology, reduce costs
FORT BELVOIR, Va. — Batteries power devices like the lifesaving pacemaker, cars, smartphones, hearing aids and many other devices that make life easier and safer. They’re so commonplace they often blend in with other modern conveniences.
Scholarships available for students of current, former DLA employees
FORT BELVOIR, Va. — The DLA Foundation is offering scholarships to students with a close family connection to a current or former DLA employee. Up to 30 $1,500 scholarships will be awarded as well as one $2,000 scholarship.
Feb. 24, 2023
Active shooter exercise on DSCR puts training to the test
RICHMOND, Va. — On an unseasonably warm February day in the Richmond, Virginia area, Kenya Blount, a resolution specialist within Defense Logistics Agency Aviation’s Planning Directorate’s Inventory Management Division, was going about her daily routine when things became very hectic.
DLA Land & Maritime commander visits DLA Distribution Europe
NEW CUMBERLAND, Pa. — Army Brig. Gen. Gail Atkins, commander of Defense Logistics Agency Land and Maritime and Army Command Sgt. Maj. Tomeka O’Neal, DLA senior enlisted leader, visited DLA Distribution Europe Jan. 22.
Feb. 23, 2023
DLA Europe & Africa commander reflects on transformational year
KAISERSLAUTERN, Germany — DLA Europe & Africa commander reflects on employees' dedication to adapting to the U.S. European Command’s “new-normal” in response to Russian aggression against Ukraine allied territory and the corresponding U.S. government response.
DLA vice director gets energy, fuel briefing
FORT BELVOIR, Va. — Brad Bunn, DLA vice director, spent the day with the DLA Energy team for a “Deep Dive” conversation about fuel and other energy commodities that support the warfighter at the Kunkel Conference Room, Fort Belvoir, Virginia, Feb. 21.
DLA at Oklahoma City employee-led safety council aims to reduce injuries
RICHMOND, Va. — Apple Incorporated Chief Executive Officer Tim Cook once offered this golden nugget of advice when it comes to making wise career choices. “Work takes on new meaning when you feel you are pointed in the right direction. Otherwise, it’s just a job, and life is too short for that.”
Feb. 22, 2023
ServiceNow brings DLA financial agreement functions together
FORT BELVOIR, Va. — A new capability in ServiceNow will help streamline agreement processes and reporting requirements for interagency financial transactions at the Defense Logistics Agency.
DLA, Parker Aerospace cut ribbon for cost saving partnership
NEW CUMBERLAND, Pa. — The ceremony on Hill Air Force Base, Utah, marks the third Defense Logistics Agency public private partnership between DLA and Parker Aerospace.
Feb. 16, 2023
DLA Energy employee is a Latin dance champion
FORT BELVOIR, Va. — Dedicated to everything he does, Eamonn Knights is a 56-year-old International Latin DanceSport champion and 32-year DLA Energy employee. He and his dance partner are currently ranked first in the United States by the World DanceSport Federation in the 35 and older age division.
DLA named Agency of the Year for supporting nation’s small businesses
FORT BELVOIR, Va. — Recognition of the DLA's success partnering with American small businesses reached new heights Feb. 15 when it was named Agency of the Year at the sold-out National Small Business Conference in New Orleans, Louisiana.
DLA, TRANSCOM leaders outline logistics modernization efforts at defense industry forum
FORT BELVOIR, Va. — Modernization and supply chain management were some of the topics discussed during a panel focusing on the Defense Logistics Agency and U.S. Transportation Command at the National Defense Industrial Association’s 37th Annual Logistics Forum held Feb. 8-9 in Orlando, Florida.
Feb. 15, 2023
DLA leaders outline agency’s role in DOD additive manufacturing capabilities
FORT BELVOIR, Va. — DLA is working to develop common technology, standards and processes for additive manufacturing that will enable the military services to share data and increase readiness while saving money.
DLA awards ceremony recognizes Joint Reserve Force members
FORT BELVOIR, Va. — The Defense Logistics Agency recognized members of the Joint Reserve Force during the 55th Annual Employee Awards Ceremony Jan. 26 at its Fort Belvoir, Virginia, headquarters.