DLA Energy News

Nov. 18, 2024

Warfighting Strength and Readiness: DLA Energy commander pays homage to Navy’s legacy

FORT BELVOIR, Va. — The Defense Logistics Agency Energy celebrated the Navy’s 249th birthday at the McNamara Headquarters Complex on Fort Belvoir, Virginia. The Defense Logistics Agency Energy Commander Rear Adm. George Bresnihan gave remarks about the Navy's legacy, warfighting strength and readiness during the agency's ceremony at the McNamara Headquarters Complex.

Nov. 11, 2024

DLA Energy employees promote DLA’s mission: Raised awareness during conference about agency's goals

NATIONAL HARBOR, Md. — Defense Logistics Agency Energy’s Chief of Supplier Relations Division Ashleigh Johnson (right) managed the agency's booth alongside DLA Energy Supplier Relationship Manager Marybeth Sandman (left) during the Air, Space and Cyber conference in National Harbor, Maryland. Photo by Christopher Lynch.

Nov. 7, 2024

DLA director talks transformation, telework, technology at Aviation Town Hall

Richmond, Va. — The director of Defense Logistics Agency touched on several topics and answered questions from the DLA Aviation workforce during a town hall Tuesday on Defense Supply Center Richmond in Virginia.

Nov. 6, 2024

DLA Aviation’s annual operating plan aligns to agency strategy, gets director’s OK

RICHMOND, Va. — Sustaining a resilient workforce, meeting customer needs, posturing for crisis and integrating through partnerships were among the top priorities Defense Logistics Agency Aviation leaders presented to agency heads during a Nov. 5 review of its fiscal 2025 annual operating plan, or AOP, at Aviation headquarters on Defense Supply Center Richmond, Virginia.

Nov. 5, 2024

Aviation personnel dive into naval life while touring Navy facilities

RICHMOND, Va. — A team from the Defense Logistics Agency Aviation embarked on a journey into U.S. Navy operations while touring Naval Air Station Oceana Oct. 10 in Virginia Beach, Virginia, highlighting the importance of intradepartmental relationships and showcasing Aviation’s commitment to enhancing naval operations through effective logistics support.

Nov. 3, 2024

DLA Energy commander visits Middle East to address military logistics challenges, engage international partners

FORT BELVOIR, Va. — Defense Logistics Agency Energy Commander Navy Rear Adm. George Bresnihan visited the Middle East for key leader engagements to address strategic military logistics challenges while fostering and maintaining global partnerships.

Nov. 1, 2024

Call to Action | Senior DLA leaders ask industry, military services for assistance on critical logistics issues

RICHMOND, Va. — Building resiliency and solving challenges within military and supporting industrial supply chains drove discussions during the 2024 Senior Executive Partnership Roundtable held Oct. 29-30 at the Defense Logistics Agency Aviation headquarters in Richmond.

Oct. 31, 2024

Reminder: Change alarm batteries when turning clocks back

RICHMOND, Va. — The "Change Your Clock, Change Your Battery" campaign is a crucial reminder to not only check smoke detector batteries but also to reinforce overall fire safety practices, both at home and in the workplace. In workplaces, regular fire drills, clear evacuation routes, and accessible and inspected fire extinguishers saves lives. Additionally, employees should be educated on how to respond in case of a fire, including knowing the location of exits, muster points, and the importance of not using elevators during an evacuation. An appointed Fire Warden will have this information.

Oct. 29, 2024

ASL course helps deaf employees feel understood, included

RICHMOND, Va. — On a recent Tuesday in a Defense Logistics Agency Aviation classroom, a diverse class of 14 students watches intently as their teacher moves her index finger in a jerky zigzag motion to sign the word “lightning” before directing the class to try. This scene played out during a “lunch and learn” session offered by DLA Aviation Equal Employment Opportunity. The students – DLA Aviation employees – completed a nine-week Introduction to American Sign Language class Oct. 29, taught by Rose Salen, an equal employment opportunity specialist/ASL interpreter at DLA Aviation.

Oct. 28, 2024

DLA Energy Shadow Program: Enhancing professional growth, producing future leaders

FORT BELVOIR, Va. — In search of professional growth and an opportunity to expand his understanding of the Defense Logistics Agency Energy, Lester Ruiz, a DLA Energy Middle East Supervisory Customer Account Specialist signed up for the DLA Energy Shadow Program.