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Defense Logistics Agency Research and Development will host its 4th annual Industry Day for industry and academic partners Nov. 7 from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the McNamara Headquarters Complex.

Oct. 9, 2019

FORT BELVOIR, Virginia — Defense Logistics Agency Research and Development will host its 4th annual Industry Day for industry and academic partners Nov. 7 from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the McNamara Headquarters Complex.

Oct. 9, 2019

DLA Distribution employees presented commander’s coins

NEW CUMBERLAND, Pa. — DLA Distribution employees presented commander’s coins for going above and beyond

Various personal portable devices including phones and tablets.

Oct. 8, 2019

Portable electronic devices not allowed in areas approved for classified material

Fort Belvoir, Virginia — Portable electronic devices can pose a security threat by allowing sensitive or classified information to be compromised. DLA Director Army Lt. Gen. Darrell Williams recently signed a policy restricting use of PEDs in agency-owned or controlled spaces approved for classified information storage and processing.

Oct. 8, 2019

Land and Maritime Commander discusses Ohio’s military readiness posture

COLUMBUS, Ohio — Defense Logistics Agency Land and Maritime Commander Navy Rear Adm. John Palmer and three other Ohio military commanders participated in the 2019 Ohio Defense Forum Oct. 7. The forum focused on highlighting national military readiness and incorporating Ohio’s resources into the readiness strategy

Members of Team DLA, 2019 Fort Belvoir Commander's Cup champions, pose with DLA Director Army Lt. Gen. Darrell Williams (center). Also holding the trophy is Andrew Green of DLA Strategic Materials, who organized DLA's participation in the events throughout the year. This is the second year in a row DLA has won, beating out teams from across Fort Belvoir. Photo by Teodora Mocanu

Oct. 8, 2019

Team DLA named Fort Belvoir Commander’s Cup champion for 2nd year

FORT BELVOIR, Virginia — Nearly 100 Defense Logistics Agency employees came together this year to repeat their 2018 victory by winning the Fort Belvoir, Virginia, Commander’s Cup.

Oct. 8, 2019

Cumberland York Area Local Defense Group Hosts Military/Elected Official Reception

NEW CUMBERLAND, Pa. — The Cumberland York Area Local Defense Group hosted the first annual Military Leadership/Elected

Fire Prevention Week, Oct. 6-12, is a reminder to review fire safety plans at home and work. This year’s theme, “Not every hero wears a cape,” highlights the small but important actions everyone can take to remain safe.

Oct. 7, 2019

Fire Prevention Week: Plan, practice your escape

FORT BELVOIR, Virginia — Fire Prevention Week, Oct. 6-12, is a reminder to review fire safety plans at home and work. This year’s theme, “Not every hero wears a cape,” highlights the small but important actions everyone can take to remain safe.

Navy Petty Officer 2nd Class Sabrina Bales, assigned to the amphibious assault ship USS America, signals an F-35B Lightning II from Marine Fighter Squadron 122 to take off from the ship’s flight deck. As the Product Support Provider for North American Regional Warehousing for F-35 spare parts, DLA will help increase the Defense Department’s visibility of inventory as DoD works to decrease sustainment costs and improve readiness. Photo by Navy Petty Officer 3rd Class Vance Hand

Oct. 7, 2019

DLA preparing to assume warehousing for some F-35 spare parts

FORT BELVOIR, Virginia — The Defense Logistics Agency is partnering with U.S. Transportation Command and the F-35 Joint Program Office to establish processes aimed at expanding support to the F-35 Lightning II Joint Strike Fighter.

Oct. 7, 2019

DLA Distribution Albany celebrates employees

ALBANY, Ga. — Defense Logistics Agency Distribution Albany, Georgia employees enjoy a day of appreciation.

Oct. 4, 2019

Georgian Army Representatives Visit the Eastern Distribution Center

NEW CUMBERLAND, Pa. — U.S. Army Security Assistance Command and Office of Defense Cooperation liaison members representing the Georgian Army visit DLA Distribution Susquehanna, Pennsylvania -- learn warehouse processes.

Oct. 3, 2019

DLA Distribution’s Hendricks promoted to lieutenant commander

NEW CUMBERLAND, Pa. — Navy Lt. Crette Hendricks, II, aide-de-camp, Defense Logistics Agency Distribution, was promoted to the rank of Lt. Cmdr.

Woman in yellow DLA shirt stands in front of Caterpillar's map with the slogan, "Our solutions help our customers build a better world."

Oct. 2, 2019

Acquisition specialist embraces industry connection with Caterpillar Defense

Peoria, Illinois — Defense Logistics Agency acquisition professionals like Lynn Thompson are engaging with and learning from industry partners through the Defense Department’s Training with Industry Program.

Oct. 2, 2019

Distribution Corpus Christi participates in the Army Aviation Association of America Forum

CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — DDCT participates in the Army Aviation Association of America Forum held at Corpus Christi Port’s Ortiz International Center.

A U.S. Marine with 2nd Transport Support Battalion guides an LAV-25 Light Armored Vehicle out of a cave during an exercise in central Norway. DLA Disposition Services personnel recently visited underground storage sites there to assist with the removal and reuse of obsolete equipment.

Oct. 1, 2019

Reps support USMC mission in Norway

NORWAY — DLA helps divest aging equipment in Scandinavian caves filled with supplies prepositioned for NATO defense.

Oct. 1, 2019

Land and Maritime associate named to Ohio Veterans Hall of Fame

COLUMBUS, Ohio — The Ohio Department of Veterans Services announced the 2019 Ohio Veterans Hall of Fame class in a statement Sept. 26. Army Col. John Dreska is among 20 inductees who will be inducted in November for their post-military service and accomplishments. In addition to his military service, Dreska works for the Defense Logistics Agency Land and Maritime as the division chief for batteries, tires and engines.