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Sept. 10, 2019
DLA, Marine Corps strengthen partnership for improved readiness
RICHMOND, Virginia — Increases in Marine Corps personnel at Defense Logistics Agency Aviation in the past four years have improved the service’s readiness and knowledge of DLA procurement processes at tactical and strategic levels.
DLA Distribution Susquehanna’s leadership program is key to personal growth
NEW CUMBERLAND, Pa. — Defense Logistics Agency Distribution Susquehanna, Pennsylvania’s leadership development program is
Sept. 9, 2019
Family celebrates Army Officer's promotion
It was a family celebration Sept. 6 when Maj. Bruce Neighbor was promoted to the rank of Lieutenant Colonel in the U.S. Army Reserve. Neighbor’s wife, Kristin, and sons, Zane (left) and Zachary (right), were on hand to place their father’s new rank on his uniform during a ceremony at the Defense Logistics Agency Land and Maritime headquarters, where Neighbor is a member of the DLA Joint Reserve Force.
DLA Director visits Land and Maritime to assess operational posture
COLUMBUS, Ohio — Defense Logistics Agency Director Army Lt. Gen. Darrell Williams visited DLA Land and Maritime Sept. 5 through Sept. 6 to get an in-person update on the business operations and how they’ve been integrated into DLA’s Strategic Plan. He also presided over the Sept. 6 retirement ceremony of Navy Rear Adm. Deborah Haven, Director of the DLA Joint Reserve Force, before leaving Columbus, Ohio.
Land Supplier Operations achieves Nine Year Material Availability High
COLUMBUS, Ohio — With more than 2.15 million servicemen and women serving in more than 160 countries and nearly 4,800
Commentary: Loglines magazine reflected employees’ desire to support America’s warfighters
FORT BELVOIR, Virginia — Loglines writer and editor of September/October 2019 edition recounts 11 years of sharing DLA’s story as the magazine’s final issue hits newsstands.
Sept. 8, 2019
DLA Distribution Korea Celebrates Chuseok
NEW CUMBERLAND, Pa. — DLA Distribution Korea will be closed Sept.13 in celebration of Chuseok, also known as the Korean
Sept. 6, 2019
DLA Joint Reserve Force, Audit Task Force commander retires with 32 years
FORT BELVOIR, Virginia — Navy Rear Adm. Deborah Haven will retire Sept. 6 with 32 years of service as a reservist. She joined the Navy after falling in love with logistics in college, wanting to be part of the military’s vast, global mission.
U.S. Army 1st Theater Sustainment Command representatives visit DLA Distribution Bahrain
MANAMA, Bahrain — Representatives from the U.S. Army 1st Theater Sustainment Command conducted a site visit to Defense
Sept. 5, 2019
Logistics on Location: DLA Supplies Fort Benning Logistics Readiness Center
Fort Benning, Georgia — With $14 million worth of stock, the Fort Benning Supply Support Activity ensures soldiers have all the supplies they need.
DLA Distribution Expeditionary on the ground at Fort Bragg in support of FEMA
NEW CUMBERLAND, Pa. — The Defense Logistics Agency Expeditionary team arrived at Fort Bragg, Fayetteville, North Carolina,
Sept. 4, 2019
DLA poised to support relief operations in wake of Hurricane Dorian
FORT BELVOIR, Virginia — The Defense Logistics Agency is prepositioning necessities like food and fuel along the east coast for first responders who’ll support relief operations in the wake of Hurricane Dorian.
DLA Distribution Expeditionary on the ground at Maxwell Air Force Base in support of FEMA
NEW CUMBERLAND, Pa. — The Defense Logistics Agency Expeditionary team arrived at Maxwell Air Force Base, Montgomery,
September is Preparedness Month
NEW CUMBERLAND, Pa. — Prepared, not scared; that’s the motto for the U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s ready.gov
Sept. 3, 2019
DLA employee recalls 2011 earthquake that rocked the McNamara Headquarters Complex
FORT BELVOIR, Virginia — Linda Adams, a management analyst for Defense Logistics Agency Information Operations, recalls the rare 5.8-magnitude earthquake that shook the McNamara Headquarters Complex in 2011.
Fleet Readiness Center Southwest Executive Officer Visits DLA Distribution San Diego, California
SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA — Fleet Readiness Center Southwest Executive Director, Capt. Steven Leehe, visited Defense Logistics
Aug. 30, 2019
Logistics on Location: DLA helps Army train tank mechanics
Fort Benning, Georgia — Sustainment and logistics support is critical to operations at the Fort Benning Maneuver Center of Excellence. Team DLA supports the Army with everything they need to ensure mission success.
Aug. 28, 2019
DLA Information Operations employee to complete DoD cybersecurity reskilling course
FORT BELVOIR, Virginia — A Defense Logistics Agency Information Operations employee is completing the Federal Cybersecurity Reskilling Academy this month after being selected as part of the first group of Defense Department employees to participate.
Aug. 26, 2019
New DLA guidance outlines steps for reducing production lead time
FORT BELVOIR, Virginia — After a multiyear effort improving pre-award contract time, the Defense Logistics Agency is turning its focus to reducing post-award production lead time.
Lee takes command of DLA Distribution Puget Sound, Washington
NEW CUMBERLAND, Pa. — Navy Cmdr. Evelyn Lee took command of Defense Logistics Agency Distribution Puget Sound,
Aug. 25, 2019
Missouri sheriff stays prepared with surplus
OSAGE COUNTY, Missouri — Osage County is using a former Coast Guard boat for emergency patrols along three local rivers.
Aug. 23, 2019
Congressman Turner visits Defense Supply Center Columbus
COLUMBUS, Ohio — The Defense Logistics Agency Land and Maritime Commander Navy Rear Adm. John Palmer, along with Defense Finance and Accounting Services - Columbus Director Pamela Franceschi hosted Rep. Michael R. Turner during an installation visit Aug. 23 at the Defense Supply Center Columbus. Turner represents the 10th Congressional District of Ohio made up of Montgomery, Greene, and Fayette Counties.
Aug. 21, 2019
DLA’s first data scientist to help solve problems by blending traditional research methods, new technology
FORT BELVOIR, Virginia — As DLA's first data scientist, Jesse Rowlands expects to use his knowledge in mathematics, statistics, computing and database management to help the agency solve problems like demand planning.
Susquehanna installation hosts 2019 SummerFest and Organization Day
NEW CUMBERLAND, Pa. — The Defense Distribution Center, Susquehanna installation hosted its fifth annual SummerFest and
Aug. 20, 2019
DLA-GSA partnership to manage federal supply classes spans history
FORT BELVOIR, Virginia — The Defense Logistics Agency and General Services Administration work together to manage 600-plus federal classes of supply, which include over 6 million National Stock Numbered items.