DLA Distribution News

Dec. 26, 2024

A year in review: DLA Distribution Commanding Officer's New Year’s message

NEW CUMBERLAND, Pa. — As we come to the close of another successful year, please accept my sincere gratitude for your dedication and commitment over the 12 months.

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Dec. 19, 2024

DLA Distribution Tobyhanna celebrates employees, encourages unity and safety

NEW CUMBERLAND, Pa. — Defense Logistics Agency Distribution, Tobyhanna, Pennsylvania, leadership hosted a holiday event for their workforce Dec. 11 on Tobyhanna Army Depot, Pennsylvania.

Dec. 17, 2024

Procurement to production: Aviation, Land and Maritime team up for success at Warner Robins

RICHMOND, Va. — The Defense Logistics Agency Aviation at Warner Robins hosted a two-day operational tour for a team from DLA Land and Maritime to strengthen their partnership and highlight the impact of their combined efforts on aircraft maintenance and supply chain management. The visit aimed to foster a deeper understanding of each other's priorities and constraints, ultimately supporting the warfighter through more efficient and aligned efforts.

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Dec. 17, 2024

DLA Distribution Korea translates, briefs DLA Strategic Plan in Korean

FORT BELVOIR, Va. — To enhance communication and promote inclusivity amongst the Defense Logistics Agency Distribution, Korea workforce, the agency’s strategic plan was translated and briefed in Korean for the first time during a town hall held at Camp Carroll, South Korea, Nov. 28.

FRCE and DLA employees stand in front of the depot’s final completed F402 engine.

Dec. 13, 2024

The legacy engine: FRCE delivers final Harrier engine to fleet

CHERRY POINT, N.C. — Following the delivery of the depot's final AV-8B Harrier in September, Fleet Readiness Center East (FRCE) recently completed its last F402 engine maintenance event, delivering the finished product to the fleet Oct. 28.

Dec. 11, 2024

PaCE program graduates recognized during annual ceremony

RICHMOND, Va. — Personnel in Defense Logistics Agency Aviation’s Pathways to Career Excellence program celebrated a career milestone during an Oct. 9 ceremony honoring their graduation from the two-year training program at Defense Supply Center Richmond, Virginia.

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Dec. 4, 2024

DLA Distribution Bahrain welcomes DLA CENTCOM SOCOM leadership

NEW CUMBERLAND, Pa. — Defense Logistics Agency Distribution, Bahrain, Southwest Asia, leadership welcomed Army Col. Michelle Agpalza, Commander, DLA’s regional command for U.S. Central Command and U.S. Special Operations Command, and her team for a visit and tour Nov. 17.

Group photo of military and civilian personnel

Dec. 3, 2024

Retail-focused support team visits Cherry Point

CHERRY POINT, N.C. — The Defense Logistics Agency Aviation at Cherry Point, North Carolina, hosted leadership from the Industrial Support Activities in Jacksonville, Florida; San Diego, California; and DLA Aviation’s Retail Focus Acquisition Support Team on Oct. 29.

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Dec. 3, 2024

DLA Distribution Bahrain focuses on employees during quarterly meeting

NEW CUMBERLAND, Pa. — Defense Logistics Agency Distribution, Bahrain, Southwest Asia, leadership recognized military, civilian, and Bahraini Grade employees for their outstanding performance and dedication during an all hands meeting at the site Nov. 14.

Nov. 25, 2024

Outstanding employee recognized for years of service at DLA Distribution

NEW CUMBERLAND, Pa. — Matthew Williams, deputy director, Defense Logistics Agency Distribution plans, training and modernization, received the Meritorious Civilian Service award, November 20, at DLA Distribution headquarters in New Cumberland, Pennsylvania. He also served as the acting director from December 2023 to November 2024.

The Aviation Spotlight shines on Ogden's Jonathan Adelman.

Nov. 21, 2024

Employee Spotlight: Jonathan Adelman

RICHMOND, Va. — The Aviation employee spotlight shines on Ogden's Jonathan Adelman!

Nov. 21, 2024

DLA San Joaquin employee recognized as Carnegie Hero

TRACY, Calif. — A Defense Logistics Agency Distribution San Joaquin, California employee has been awarded the prestigious Carnegie Medal for an act of heroism in which he put his own life in danger while attempting to save the lives of others.

Nov. 21, 2024

DLA Distribution promotes SAPR Program using innovative methods

NEW CUMBERLAND, Pa. — According to the Rape, Abuse, Incest National Network, an American is sexually assaulted every 68 seconds. To raise awareness of prevention efforts and victim assistance programs, Defense Logistics Agency Distribution is engaging employees in creative ways.

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Nov. 20, 2024

DLA Installation Management at Susquehanna hunt encourages safety, proper wildlife management practices

NEW CUMBERLAND, Pa. — The Defense Logistics Agency Installation Management at Susquehanna Environmental Management Division held a mentored youth deer hunt Nov. 9 on Defense Distribution Center, Susquehanna in New Cumberland, Pennsylvania.

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Nov. 15, 2024

DLA director engages with Distribution workforce, receives update on operating plan alignment

NEW CUMBERLAND, Pa. — Defense Logistics Agency Distribution leaders hosted Army Lt. Gen. Mark Simerly, director, DLA, and Air Force Command Chief Master Sgt. Alvin Dyer, DLA senior enlisted leader, for a visit and analysis of the organization’s key priorities and review of the DLA Distribution fiscal 2025 annual operating plan Nov. 12 at DLA Distribution headquarters in New Cumberland, Pennsylvania.