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March 10, 2023

Targeted how-to videos aim to reduce vendor packaging errors

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 10, 2023

Leadership Spotlight: Charles Rice

Meet the incoming People and Culture Division Chief Charles Rice.

March 8, 2023

Idaho Lands receives $70 million in donated equipment from DLA since 2013

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.

March 8, 2023

Defense Logistics Agency Distribution Europe arranges critical material for humanitarian crisis in Turkey

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

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.

March 6, 2023

DLA Land and Maritime forges partnerships at Tactical Wheeled Vehicles Conference

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 6, 2023

National Reading Month: The Gumbo Coalition: Ten Leadership Lessons to Help You Inspire, Unite, and Achieve

March is National Reading Month. Everyday reading increases knowledge and develops personal and professional skills. Throughout the month, the DLA Disposition Services Pathways to Career Excellence program participants are sharing insights from books* they recently finished. *No official Department of Defense endorsement implied

March 3, 2023

PaCE Spotlight: James “Jamey” Walker

James “Jamey” Walker is the demilitarization coordinator for Defense Logistics Agency Disposition Services Central DEMIL Depot in Anniston, Alabama. He participated in the DLA Disposition Services Pathways to Career Excellence Program from 2019-2021 in Group 38.

March 2, 2023

Mayport NS ribbon cutting celebrates cost saving utilities contract

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.

March 2, 2023

F-35 site visits foster insights as logistics support continues transition

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.

March 1, 2023

Empower your journey: Recommended reading for personal and professional growth and development

March is National Reading Month and some of the Defense Logistics Agency Disposition Services leaders have shared the titles that had a lasting impact on them professionally.

Feb. 28, 2023

DLA Aviation shares sustainment practices at International Military Helicopter Symposium

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. 28, 2023

Disposition Services Contracting Officer receives DLA award

Defense Logistics Agency Disposition Services Contracting Officer Annette Graham was presented with the Excellence in Acquisition award during DLA’s 55th Annual Employee Recognition Awards Program Jan. 26 at its Fort Belvoir, Virginia, headquarters.

Feb. 27, 2023

DLA R&D works to improve battery technology, reduce costs

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.

Feb. 27, 2023

Scholarships available for students of current, former DLA employees

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.