DLA Distribution News

Aug. 17, 2021

Supporting the Nation from the beginning

PHILADELPHIA — In October, the Defense Logistics Agency celebrates its 60th anniversary. But one of its major subordinate commands has been around for much longer, contributing over 200 years of warfighter and whole of government support to the agency’s great legacy. DLA Troop Support can trace its roots back to the early 1800s and the construction of the Schuylkill Arsenal.

Aug. 12, 2021

Fueling DoD’s northernmost installation

PITUFFIK, Greenland — Once a year, when the weather and ice conditions allow, DLA Energy experts plan for the delivery of fuel to the Defense Department’s northernmost installation, Thule Air Base, Greenland. In late July, DLA Energy quality assurance specialists took advantage of the warmer weather to make the delivery.

Aug. 11, 2021

DLA Distribution San Diego hosts Distribution’s Commanding General

SAN DIEGO — Defense Logistics Agency Distribution San Diego, California, hosted Marine Corps Brig. Gen. Keith D. Reventlow, commanding general, DLA Distribution for a tour of the DLA Distribution San Diego, facilities.

Aug. 10, 2021

2021 DLA Hall of Fame inductees announced

FORT BELVOIR, Va. — DLA Director Navy Vice Adm. Michelle Skubic has announced inductees into the 2021 DLA Hall of Fame.

Aug. 9, 2021

Ross selected to serve as DLA Distribution’s director of Acquisition Operations

NEW CUMEBRLAND, Pa. — Meg Ross was selected Aug. 2 to serve as Defense Logistics Agency Distribution’s director of Acquisitions Operations. Ross has been serving as chief of contracting for the Acquisitions Operations Directorate since June 2017, where she led her team members in fulfilling all acquisition requirements in support of DLA Distribution.

Aug. 6, 2021

DLA Distribution Donnie Thompson to receive 2021 Spirit of Hope award

NEW CUMBERLAND, Pa. — Donnie Thompson, chief, Deployments and Training, at Defense Logistics Agency Distribution, will be awarded the 2021 Department of Defense Spirit of Hope award at a ceremony at the Pentagon Sept. 16.

Aug. 4, 2021

DLA employees honored during DOD Workforce Recruitment Program Awards Ceremony

FORT BELVOIR, Va. — Three DLA employees proved the agency’s commitment to employing individuals with disabilities by garnering awards at the Defense Department’s 2020-2021 WRP Awards Ceremony July 29. 

Aug. 4, 2021

Defense Logistics Agency Distribution Commanding General Visits DLA Distribution San Joaquin

TRACY, Calif. — Defense Logistics Agency Distribution San Joaquin’s former commanding officer Marine Brig. Gen. Keith D. Reventlow; DLA Distribution Commanding General, recently visited the San Joaquin team July 29.

Aug. 3, 2021

DLA Distribution warehouse utilization saves Marines millions

NEW CUMBERLAND, Pa. — A DOD-led effort to optimize warehouse management is saving the Marine Corps millions at Defense Logistics Agency Distribution Barstow, California. DLA employees teamed with the Defense Department, the Marine Corps at Marine Corps Logistics Base Barstow in California and a contracted agency on the project.

Aug. 1, 2021

Defense Logistics Agency Installation Management Susquehanna receives new Division Chief

NEW CUMBERLAND, Pa. — Amy Snyder assumes the role of Defense Logistics Agency Installation Management Susquehanna, Pennsylvania, Division Chief for Security & Emergency Services today.

July 30, 2021

DLA Distribution San Diego hosts Naval Supply Systems Command Weapon Systems Support Commander

SAN DIEGO — Defense Logistics Agency Distribution Sand Diego, California, hosted Navy Rear Adm. Kenneth Epps, commander, Naval Supply Systems Command Weapon Systems Support, for a tour of DDDC facilities.

July 29, 2021

DLA director visits Disposition Services headquarters for the first time since taking command

BATTLE CREEK, Mich. — DLA Director Vice Adm. Michelle Skubic visited Disposition Services headquarters in Battle Creek, Michigan, July 28. The visit included meeting with senior leaders and touring HDIFC and observing an ESS demonstration.

July 26, 2021

New fuel agreement with United Kingdom for Scotland fuel storage

DLA Energy signed a new fuel support agreement with United Kingdom Naval Command Headquarters to improve coordination and contingency operations. This fuel agreement along with ones recently signed with Lithuania, India and Romania bring the total number of DLA Energy fuel agreements with allies around the world to 42.

July 26, 2021

DLA Distribution utilizes Public Private Partnership program for cost savings and expeditious force readiness

WARNER ROBINS AIR FORCE BASE, Ga. — Defense Logistics Agency Warner Robins, Georgia, began utilizing the Public Private Partnership program for specific components related to the F-15 aircraft resulting in cost savings and faster turn-around times for Air Force component maintenance.

July 23, 2021

DLA director visits Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, meets with employees and customers

RICHMOND, Va — Defense Logistics Agency Director Vice Adm. Michelle Skubic visited Marine Corps Air Station, Cherry Point, North Carolina, July 13 and met with DLA senior leaders and employees and Fleet Readiness Center East customers.