DLA Distribution News

F-16 Tail #342 from the 428th Tactical Fighter Squadron carrying an AIM-9 Sidewinder missile and a Mark 82 bomb participates in 1981’s Exercise Cope Elite.

Aug. 12, 2025

Commentary: DLA’s F-16 support began before fielding, continues today

Those who know the Defense Logistics Agency won’t be surprised to learn it provides parts for the F-16 Fighting Falcon. What may be surprising is that DLA has been supporting the lightweight fighter for half a century.

People gathered in a warehouse pose for a photo.

Aug. 8, 2025

DLA Distribution Bahrain commander recognizes employees, shares leadership vision

NEW CUMBERLAND, Pa. — New Defense Logistics Agency Distribution Bahrain commander Navy Cmdr. Joshua Langhorne recently conducted a series of All Hands meetings to recognize employees and outline his leadership philosophy.

Aug. 5, 2025

Naples satcom materials get swift removal

BATTLE CREEK, Mich. — DLA’s Aviano-based property disposal team oversaw the July removal of more than 26,000 kilos of obsolete Navy communications equipment.

Aug. 5, 2025

Podcast series to increase data acumen training engagement

FORT BELVOIR, Va. — A collaboration between the Defense Logistics Agency’s human resources and information technology experts is expanding the agency’s current data acumen modules beyond traditional online training to a podcast.

Men wearing reflective safety vests move brown boxes in a warehouse.

Aug. 4, 2025

DLA Distribution Europe goes live with warehouse management system, optimizes logistics operations

NEW CUMBERLAND, Pa. — Defense Logistics Agency Distribution Europe officially launched the newly implemented Warehouse Management System at the distribution center in Germersheim, Germany, July 20.

Four people stand on stage in a cross formation. A tall man in a blue Air Force uniform stands with the blue DLA Flag. To his left is a man in a dark suit, to that man's left is a man in a Army dress uniform and to his left is a woman in a Navy dress white uniform. All stand on stage ready to participate in the traditional flag pass.

July 30, 2025

DSCC, DLA Land and Maritime welcomes new commander

COLUMBUS, Ohio — Navy Rear Adm. Julie Treanor assumed command of Defense Logistics Agency Land and Maritime during a ceremony July 28 at the Defense Supply Center Columbus, taking over from acting commander Kenneth Watson, who will continue in his role as deputy commander.

Defense Logistics Agency Director Army Lt. Gen. Mark Simerly, center, provides opening remarks during the Navy/DLA Service Integration Day in the McNamara Headquarters Complex at Fort Belvoir, Virginia, July 2, 2025.

July 30, 2025

Senior logisticians discuss Navy’s Combat Surge Ready initiative, supply chain

FORT BELVOIR, Va. — Defense Logistics Agency and U.S. Navy senior logisticians are working together to provide seamless logistical support by prioritizing requirements, overcoming supply chain challenges, and driving transformational change.

Deputy Assistant Secretary of State for Global Operations Seth Green speaks to Defense Logistics Agency employees about the State Department Logistics Framework and the support his organization receives from the agency at Fort Belvoir, Virginia, July 17, 2025.

July 29, 2025

Diplomat to logisticians: Diplomacy and logistics makes victories happen

FORT BELVOIR, Va. — Diplomacy and military logistics may seem like distant cousins, but the nation was founded on this partnership, the Deputy Assistant Secretary of State for Global Operations told Defense Logistics Agency employees July 17.

July 25, 2025

Excess equipment deployed in Texas flood response

BATTLE CREEK, Mich. — Hard-hit communities conduct highwater rescues with MRAPs received through the agency’s Law Enforcement Support Office.

Photo of an Alpha receipt line for fuels distribution at Dyess Air Force Base, Texas, July 8, 2025. Upgrades to Dyess’ fueling system added 21 new refueling locations, including two additional hot pit refueling stations, enhancing the 7th Bomb Wing’s ability to support B-1 operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Emma Anderson)

July 25, 2025

DLA expands Supplier Pathway Program to guide new, existing suppliers across supply chains

FORT BELVOIR, Va. — DLA is introducing the latest iteration of its Supplier Pathway Program designed to help new and established suppliers to better understand how to do business with DLA across its supply chains. Latest updates include a general contracting pathway and a tailored supplier pathway for DLA Energy’s bulk petroleum portfolio.

Army Sgt. Maj. Petra Casarez is named as the Defense Logistics Agency’s next senior enlisted leader.

July 25, 2025

Casarez named next DLA senior enlisted leader

FORT BELVOIR, Va. — Army Sgt. Maj. Petra Casarez will be the Defense Logistics Agency’s next senior enlisted leader.

Two men wearing military uniforms hold a blue flag on a flagpole.

July 23, 2025

Cotman takes command of DLA Distribution

NEW CUMBERLAND, Pa. — Army Brig. Gen. Kevin Cotman assumed command of Defense Logistics Agency Distribution from Perry Knight, acting commander and deputy commander, DLA Distribution, during a ceremony held July 22 at the command’s headquarters in New Cumberland.

A woman in a reflective safety vest wraps a pallet of boxes with plastic wrap in a warehouse.

July 21, 2025

DLA Distribution Europe set to go live with new warehouse management system

NEW CUMBERLAND, Pa. — Defense Logistics Agency Distribution Europe is poised to go live with Warehouse Management System July 21, marking a significant modernization effort following months of intensive preparation at the distribution center located in Germersheim, Germany.

July 18, 2025

Podcast Exclusive: L&M Acting Commander Kenneth Watson details tech data transformation

COLUMBUS, Ohio — Defense Logistics Agency Land and Maritime Acting Commander Kenneth Watson shared how the Agency is shifting to an automated technical data management system in a Fed Gov Today podcast released July 17.

A man in a camouflage military uniform takes a blue flag from a man in a blue suit. There is another man in a camouflage military uniform standing to the left of them.

July 18, 2025

Issitt succeeds Chunn as commander of DLA Distribution San Joaquin

NEW CUMBERLAND, Pa. — Marine Corps Col. Brogan Issitt assumed command of Defense Logistics Agency Distribution San Joaquin, California, from Marine Corps Col. Kevin Chunn during a ceremony held at DLA Distribution San Joaquin, California, July 15.