DLA Distribution News - Category Enterprisewide

A man and a woman evaluate used military optics in an office space.

June 24, 2025

DLA eyes strategic materials recapture from excess property

BATTLE CREEK, Mich. — With the nation’s defense industry facing diminished access to rare earths, the agency will closely evaluate its surplus property stream for additional materials recycling opportunities.

Men in chairs on stage as part of posture and readiness panel with another man at podium.

June 18, 2025

DLA hosts workshop to advance 4D initiatives

ALEXANDRIA, Va. — Leaders from the Defense Department, industry and academia convened at the Hilton Alexandria Mark Center June 17 to attend the first-ever 4D Workshop hosted by the Defense Logistics Agency.

DLA Logistics Operations employees Randy Grimm, Anthony Sabatina and Hugh Wilson each earned a Master of Science in National Resource Strategy from the National Defense University on June 12.

June 18, 2025

Three DLA employees graduate from Eisenhower School

FORT BELVOIR, Va. — After 10 months in the classroom, three Defense Logistics Agency employees returned to work as graduates of the Dwight D. Eisenhower School for National Security & Resource Strategy.

Steven Morani, Acting Assistant Secretary for Defense for Sustainment delivers keynote remarks

June 17, 2025

Forging a resilient future: A look at the final day of the DLA Supply Chain Alliance Symposium and Exhibition

RICHMOND, Virginia — The Defense Logistics Agency’s 2025 Supply Chain Alliance Symposium and Exhibition concluded June 12 with an emphasis on the critical need for supply chain readiness, collaborative innovation and a robust defense industrial base.

Kerry Conyers, distribution process worker, Defense Logistics Agency Distribution Susquehanna, Pennsylvania, scans incoming packages at the Eastern Distribution Center Jan. 23.

June 17, 2025

Defense Logistics Agency Career Fair set for June 24 in New Cumberland

NEW CUMBERLAND, Pa. — Defense Logistics Agency Distribution Susquehanna, Pennsylvania, a leading provider of logistics solutions for the U.S. Department of Defense and whole of government partners, will hold a hiring event during a career fair at the Susquehanna Club in New Cumberland, Pennsylvania, June 24.

Army Lt. Gen. Mark Simerly, Defense Logistics Agency director, gives the keynote address to agency and tenant organization employees during the 250th Army birthday celebration at the McNamara Headquarters Complex Auditorium, Fort Belvoir, Virginia, June 13, 2025. Photo by Jaquan Turnbow

June 17, 2025

History lessons, performances commemorate Army’s 250th birthday

FORT BELVOIR, Va. — This anniversary is not just a reflection on history but a tribute to soldiers who built the legacy and carry it forward, the Defense Logistics Agency director said during the McNamara Headquarters Complex Army birthday celebration June 13.

An Army lieutenant general speaks at a podium with military flags in the background and a screen with a PowerPoint slide.

June 16, 2025

Agency shifts logistics strategy for readiness in unpredictable conditions

RICHMOND, Va. — The Defense Logistics Agency is shifting its approach to supply chain readiness, the agency’s director said at the DLA Supply Chain Alliance Symposium and Exhibition at the Greater Richmond Convention Center June 12.

Close up of man in blue suit speaking, holding a microphone. Blue background with white letters.

June 16, 2025

DLA transforms technical data management for enhanced efficiency

RICHMOND, Va. — The Defense Logistics Agency announced an upcoming shift to an automated technical data management system – or Technical Data Management Transformation – aimed to provide a faster, more efficient approach to item management, a critical advancement for DLA's vast operations.

Two men wearing military uniforms shake hands.

June 12, 2025

This We’ll Defend – The Rivera family’s Army legacy

NEW CUMBERLAND, Pa. — Though "This We'll Defend" has been the U.S. Army's motto since its founding in 1775, for Army Col. Matthew Rivera it also holds a personal significance, representing three generations of service to the U.S. Army.

Large vehicles lined up in an outdoor lot.

June 12, 2025

Rural NC county taps LESO for emergency response preparedness

BATTLE CREEK, Mich. — Martin County law enforcement turn to DLA’s surplus property inventory to meet readiness needs.

Attendees of the Marine Corps and DLA Service Integration Day gather for a group photo with Defense Logistics Agency Director Army Lt. Gen. Mark Simerly

June 12, 2025

Marine Corps/DLA Service Integration Day discusses forward positioning of material, advanced manufacturing

FORT BELVOIR, Va. — The Defense Logistics Agency director reinforced steadfast support to the Marine Corps’ transformational principles to ensure logistics solutions align with the service’s mission demands during the Marine Corps/DLA Service Integration Day May 29.

Naval Officers at a change of command at DLA Distribution Bahrain, Southwest Asia.

June 12, 2025

DLA Distribution Bahrain welcomes new commander

NEW CUMBERLAND, Pa. — Defense Logistics Agency Distribution Bahrain, Southwest Asia welcomed its new commander, Navy Cmdr. Joshua Langhorne, during a change of command ceremony held June 11 onboard Naval Support Activity Bahrain. Langhorne relieved Navy Cmdr. John Olabode, who led the distribution center for two years.

June 11, 2025

Navy leader tapped to helm DSCC, DLA Land and Maritime

COLUMBUS, Ohio — Navy Rear Adm. Julie Treanor will assume command of Defense Supply Center Columbus and Defense Logistics Agency Land and Maritime in a ceremony slated for July 28.

A group of people wearing reflective safety vests stand inside of a warehouse talking to each other.

June 11, 2025

DLA Distribution Europe hosts customers, highlights support capabilities

NEW CUMBERLAND, Pa. — Defense Logistics Agency Distribution Europe hosted logisticians from U.S. Army Europe and Africa, 21st Theater Sustainment Command, 405th Army Field Support Brigade and the regional DLA Europe and Africa Command Team June 9, to showcase its support capabilities.

June 11, 2025

Hand at the helm changes at DLA Distribution Norfolk

NEW CUMBERLAND, Pa. — Navy Capt. Peter Braendeholm relinquished command of Defense Logistics Agency Distribution Norfolk, Virginia, to Navy Capt. Eric Lockett during a change of command ceremony held June 5 at Naval Station Norfolk.