DLA Distribution News

March 30, 2026

DLA's whole of government support bolsters national security, reduces costs

The Defense Logistics Agency’s support extends beyond the traditional warfighter, says Jake Swantkowski, chief of DLA’s Whole of Government Support Division. DLA provides a strategic advantage to the nation by supporting a wide array of federal agencies.

March 26, 2026

DLA Virtual Career Fair offers new way to connect talent with mission

FORT BELVOIR, Va. — The event offers job seekers a new way to explore civilian careers that support the nation's military.

March 26, 2026

DLA hosts 4D symposium to help secure the future of combat logistics

FORT BELVOIR, Va. — The Defense Logistics Agency will host Department of War, industry and academia partners at its second annual 4D Symposium April 1-2 in Alexandria.

March 24, 2026

DLA focuses on reclaiming critical, strategic materials for national security

The Defense Logistics Agency is increasing its efforts to recover critical and strategic materials from military assets, transforming potential waste into valuable resources that bolster national security and warfighter readiness, say two DLA employees on a recent episode of the “DLA Dialogues: Factory to Foxhole” podcast.

March 24, 2026

DLA Weapons Support expands industrial base capacity, spurs innovation

COLUMBUS, Ohio — Just like drops of water filling a bucket when it rains, small businesses and what they provide are integral to revitalizing the nation’s defense industrial base.

March 19, 2026

New issue of Loglines highlights digital transformation, data acumen

This year’s first issue of the Defense Logistics Agency’s Loglines magazine is now available.

March 17, 2026

DLA and III MEF Bridge "Valley of Death" with Prototype Warfare for Airfield Repair

FORT BELVOIR, Va. — The Defense Logistics Agency has partnered with III Marine Expeditionary Force engineers to accelerate the development of next-generation airfield damage repair materials in a strategic effort to enhance operational readiness.

March 16, 2026

Building a strong industrial base for enduring readiness focus of symposium

COLUMBUS, Ohio — American ingenuity and small business innovation will take center stage at the Defense Logistics Agency’s Supply Chain Alliance Symposium and Exhibition June 2-3 at the Greater Columbus Convention Center. 

March 10, 2026

Warehouse Management System implemented at DLA Distribution Warner-Robins

NEW CUMBERLAND, Pa. — Defense Logistics Agency Distribution officially implemented the Warehouse Management System at DLA Distribution Warner Robins, Georgia, Feb. 17, marking a significant milestone in their modernization efforts.

March 6, 2026

DLA Connects Workforce to Warfighter with Hands-On Commodity Training

COLUMBUS, Ohio — The saying, “knowledge is power,” is a critical reality for acquisition professionals at Defense Logistics Agency Weapons Support (Columbus). For these subject matter experts, a deep understanding of every part they procure – far beyond its technical specifications – is vital to the nation’s defense, as a warfighter’s life can depend on it.

March 6, 2026

DLA Distribution Anniston partners with local university to cultivate future talent

NEW CUMBERLAND, Pa. — Defense Logistics Agency Distribution Anniston, Alabama, and Jacksonville State University, located in Jacksonville, Alabama, have launched a series of collaborative initiatives aimed at enhancing operational readiness and creating a future talent pipeline.

March 3, 2026

DLA Dialogues: From Factory to Foxhole Episode 5 with Joe Brooks and Colin Williams

FORT BELVOIR, Va. — The most recent episode of the Defense Logistics Agency podcast series spotlights the Regional Sustainment Framework and how forward-positioned logistics and maintenance can strengthen readiness in contested environments.

Feb. 27, 2026

Alignment among the Services, DLA and industry critical to readiness

COLUMBUS, Ohio — Addressing military and industry partners in Pittsburgh on Feb. 25, Navy Rear Adm. Julie Treanor, commander of Defense Logistics Agency Weapons Support (Columbus), said it is “absolutely vital that we evolve in parallel with the ever-changing landscape.”

Feb. 27, 2026

Scholarships available for students of DLA employees

FORT BELVOIR, Va. — The DLA Foundation is offering scholarships to students who have a close family connection to a current or past civilian or military DLA employee. The scholarship application window opened Feb. 23 and will close April 6 at 11:59 p.m. Award announcements will take place in June.

Feb. 27, 2026

Taking the leap toward readiness: DLA Distribution Susquehanna riggers reclaim critical airborne skills

FORT INDIANTOWN GAP, Pa. — Army parachute riggers assigned to Defense Logistics Agency Distribution Susquehanna, Pennsylvania, hit a major milestone in restoring their organic airborne capabilities by executing a jump training evolution Feb. 24 at Fort Indiantown Gap.