DLA Distribution News

May 14, 2025

2025 DLA Hall of Fame inductee: Linda Barnett

An acquisition leader known for improving the integration of bulk petroleum management and increasing efficiency throughout Defense Logistics Agency Energy is a 2025 DLA Hall of Fame member.

May 13, 2025

National Police Week honors DLA police officers

FORT BELVOIR, Va. — The Defense Logistics Agency and communities across the nation honor the men and women who serve in law enforcement in recognition of National Police Week May 11 to 17.

May 12, 2025

DLA Installation Management at Susquehanna emphasizes environmental stewardship with week of outreach

NEW CUMBERLAND, Pa. — Defense Logistics Agency Installation Management at Susquehanna recently concluded a week-long environmental outreach initiative, designed to promote environmental awareness and stewardship among personnel and the community.

May 8, 2025

DLA Distribution Europe hosts local officials, highlights HAZMAT compliance, global support

NEW CUMBERLAND, Pa. — Defense Logistics Agency Distribution Europe hosted local officials for a capabilities briefing and facilities tour at the distribution center in Germershiem, Germany, May 5.

May 7, 2025

Real ID requirements take effect at DLA Defense Distribution Center Susquehanna

NEW CUMBERLAND, Pa. — Enforcement of the Real ID Act is approaching, and starting May 7, 2025, visitors to Defense Logistics Agency Defense Distribution Center Susquehanna will see this enforcement go into effect.

May 6, 2025

DLA Distribution hosts Army logistics leader for partnerships, modernization update

NEW CUMBERLAND, Pa — To gain a firsthand understanding of the Defense Logistics Agency Distribution's support to the Army and explore opportunities for increased collaboration, Army Lt. Gen. Heidi Hoyle, deputy chief of staff for logistics, Headquarters Department of the Army, visited the agency's headquarters in New Cumberland, Pennsylvania, April 22.

May 5, 2025

Pacific team helps Navy close out Guam EMF

JOINT BASE PEARL HARBOR-HICKAM — Agency reverse logisticians help U.S. Seventh Fleet components clear out large equipment and more than 70 containers of excess expeditionary medical equipment and material.

April 25, 2025

DSCC’s commanding general departs for Army Materiel Command

COLUMBUS, Ohio — Defense Supply Center Columbus and the Defense Logistics Agency Land and Maritime bid farewell to its commanding general April 18.

April 21, 2025

DLA Distribution Korea mentorship initiative connects local talent, global mission

NEW CUMBERLAND, Pa. — Investing in its local workforce, Defense Logistics Agency Distribution Korea has launched a new mentorship program presented entirely in Korean. This initiative aims to foster the professional growth of junior employees by providing clear pathways for career advancement while deepening their understanding of DLA's mission on a global scale.

April 21, 2025

Joint Force logisticians discuss processes, future sustainment in contested logistics environment

TYSONS, Va. — The Defense Logistics Agency is collaborating with the Joint Force sustainment community to establish partnerships and plans to better understand requirements and posture supplies in the contested logistics environment.

April 18, 2025

National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week honors DLA’s 911 dispatchers

FORT BELVOIR, Va. — After placing a call to 911, the first responder to answer before help arrives will be the calm voice of a public safety telecommunications professional or dispatcher.

April 18, 2025

Conant assumes command at DLA Distribution Red River, Lee retires after 20 years

NEW CUMBERLAND, Pa. — Army Lt. Col. Caleb Conant assumed command of Defense Logistics Agency Distribution Red River, Texas, from Army Lt. Col. Joseph Lee during a change of command ceremony on Red River Army Depot April 16. Navy Rear Adm. Michael York, commander, DLA Distribution, officiated the event.

April 18, 2025

Warstopper program changes could improve surge capabilities for critical supplies

FORT BELVOIR, Va. — Expanding DLA's Warstopper Program to address critical material needs of the entire Defense Department would help boost industry’s ability to surge to meet unexpected demands and potentially save money, according to a new white paper.

April 17, 2025

DLA Distribution Corpus Christi showcases capabilities to AMC leader

NEW CUMBERLAND, Pa. — Army Lt. Gen. Chris Mohan, deputy commanding general and acting commander of Army Materiel Command, visited DLA Distribution Corpus Christi, Texas, April 3 to gain a deeper understanding of the distribution center’s operations and future plans.

April 16, 2025

Troop Support provides more than 37,000 pounds of food for Easter, religious items for Ash Wednesday, Palm Sunday, Passover

PHILADELPHIA — Defense Logistics Agency Troop Support provided more than 37,000 pounds of food to service members around the globe for Easter, April 20. In addition to special religious items for Ash Wednesday, Palm Sunday, Orthodox Palm Sunday and Passover.