DLA Distribution News

Dec. 26, 2024

A year in review: DLA Distribution Commanding Officer's New Year’s message

NEW CUMBERLAND, Pa. — As we come to the close of another successful year, please accept my sincere gratitude for your dedication and commitment over the 12 months.

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Dec. 19, 2024

DLA Distribution Tobyhanna celebrates employees, encourages unity and safety

NEW CUMBERLAND, Pa. — Defense Logistics Agency Distribution, Tobyhanna, Pennsylvania, leadership hosted a holiday event for their workforce Dec. 11 on Tobyhanna Army Depot, Pennsylvania.

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Dec. 17, 2024

DLA Distribution Korea translates, briefs DLA Strategic Plan in Korean

FORT BELVOIR, Va. — To enhance communication and promote inclusivity amongst the Defense Logistics Agency Distribution, Korea workforce, the agency’s strategic plan was translated and briefed in Korean for the first time during a town hall held at Camp Carroll, South Korea, Nov. 28.

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Dec. 4, 2024

DLA Distribution Bahrain welcomes DLA CENTCOM SOCOM leadership

NEW CUMBERLAND, Pa. — Defense Logistics Agency Distribution, Bahrain, Southwest Asia, leadership welcomed Army Col. Michelle Agpalza, Commander, DLA’s regional command for U.S. Central Command and U.S. Special Operations Command, and her team for a visit and tour Nov. 17.

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Dec. 3, 2024

DLA Distribution Bahrain focuses on employees during quarterly meeting

NEW CUMBERLAND, Pa. — Defense Logistics Agency Distribution, Bahrain, Southwest Asia, leadership recognized military, civilian, and Bahraini Grade employees for their outstanding performance and dedication during an all hands meeting at the site Nov. 14.

Nov. 25, 2024

Outstanding employee recognized for years of service at DLA Distribution

NEW CUMBERLAND, Pa. — Matthew Williams, deputy director, Defense Logistics Agency Distribution plans, training and modernization, received the Meritorious Civilian Service award, November 20, at DLA Distribution headquarters in New Cumberland, Pennsylvania. He also served as the acting director from December 2023 to November 2024.

Nov. 21, 2024

DLA San Joaquin employee recognized as Carnegie Hero

TRACY, Calif. — A Defense Logistics Agency Distribution San Joaquin, California employee has been awarded the prestigious Carnegie Medal for an act of heroism in which he put his own life in danger while attempting to save the lives of others.

Nov. 21, 2024

DLA Distribution promotes SAPR Program using innovative methods

NEW CUMBERLAND, Pa. — According to the Rape, Abuse, Incest National Network, an American is sexually assaulted every 68 seconds. To raise awareness of prevention efforts and victim assistance programs, Defense Logistics Agency Distribution is engaging employees in creative ways.

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Nov. 20, 2024

DLA Installation Management at Susquehanna hunt encourages safety, proper wildlife management practices

NEW CUMBERLAND, Pa. — The Defense Logistics Agency Installation Management at Susquehanna Environmental Management Division held a mentored youth deer hunt Nov. 9 on Defense Distribution Center, Susquehanna in New Cumberland, Pennsylvania.

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Nov. 15, 2024

DLA director engages with Distribution workforce, receives update on operating plan alignment

NEW CUMBERLAND, Pa. — Defense Logistics Agency Distribution leaders hosted Army Lt. Gen. Mark Simerly, director, DLA, and Air Force Command Chief Master Sgt. Alvin Dyer, DLA senior enlisted leader, for a visit and analysis of the organization’s key priorities and review of the DLA Distribution fiscal 2025 annual operating plan Nov. 12 at DLA Distribution headquarters in New Cumberland, Pennsylvania.

Nov. 13, 2024

DLA Distribution employee overcomes tragedy with help from four-legged companion

NEW CUMBERLAND, Pa. — Friedrich Nietzsche once famously said, “What doesn’t kill us makes us stronger.” Based on that criteria, Lisa Schirmer, Finance and Supply Branch Chief for Defense Logistics Agency Distribution Susquehanna, Pennsylvania, is probably stronger than most.

Nov. 13, 2024

2024 Combined Federal Campaign underway

NEW CUMBERLAND, Pa. — As the 2024 Combined Federal Campaign kicks off, members of the Defense Logistics Agency Distribution workforce are being called upon to harness the power of their generosity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of those in need.

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Nov. 6, 2024

DLA Distribution Europe hosts DLA Logistics Operations leadership

NEW CUMBERLAND, Pa. — Defense Logistics Agency Distribution, Europe, leadership hosted Air Force Maj. Gen. David Sanford, director, Logistics Operations, and commander, Joint Regional Combat Support, DLA, for a visit and site tour at the distribution center in Germersheim, Germany, Nov. 1.

Oct. 30, 2024

DLA San Joaquin workforce spans multiple generations

TRACY, Calif. — Ever since its beginnings in 1942 as a part of the Army’s Quartermaster system, what is known today as Defense Logistics Agency Distribution San Joaquin has had a countless number of employees make up the workforce over more than eight decades. As a major employer in the local area, it’s no surprise that many who have sought employment at DLA San Joaquin were influenced to apply by a family member who already worked here.

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Oct. 30, 2024

Commander’s Cup encourages exercise, teamwork

NEW CUMBERLAND, Pa. — Defense Logistics Agency Installation Management at Susquehanna’s Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation Susquehanna’s fitness program closed their 2024 Commander’s Cup series with the Grand Finale Remembrance Day 10k run held Sept. 11.