DLA Energy News

Person passes colors during change of command ceremony.

NAVAL SUPPORT ACTIVITY July 15, 2025

DLA Energy Middle East hails new commander and bids farewell to another

NAVAL SUPPORT ACTIVITY, Bahrain — Army Lt. Col. Marrio Almada relinquished command of the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Energy Middle East to Army Lt. Col. Eunseok “Sam” Yoo in a change of command ceremony at the Naval Support Activity, Bahrain, on June 9, 2025.

JOINT BASE ELMENDORF-RICHARDSON July 15, 2025

DLA Energy Americas North welcomes a new commander

JOINT BASE ELMENDORF-RICHARDSON, Alaska — United States Air Force (USAF), Lt. Col. Daniel Moritz relinquished command of the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Americas North (AMN) to USAF Maj. Paul Stephens in a ceremony at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska, on June 10, 2025.

Angela Newton displays his Green Belt certificate.

BAHRAIN July 15, 2025

DLA overhauls Army pay processing in Bahrain, slashes delays by up to 93%

Naval Support Activity, — “The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Energy has overhauled pay processing for U.S. Army active-duty personnel in Bahrain, cutting delays by more than 69% in a sweeping reform effort,” said the project sponsor, Dalton Lewis, supervisory administration program specialist.

July 14, 2025

80 Years Strong: DLA Energy Celebrates Legacy, Service

FORT BELVOIR, Va. — Defense Logistics Agency Energy celebrated its 80th birthday July 8 in the McNamara Headquarters Complex auditorium. The event brought together the DLA Energy team from across the globe along with former DLA Energy commanders and DLA Energy Hall of Fame members.

July 10, 2025

DLA Energy’s Acquisition Workforce Symposium: Developing the Workforce of Tomorrow

FORT BELVOIR, Va. — Defense Logistics Agency Energy’s held its third biennial Acquisition Workforce Symposium. Over three days, attendees engaged in a series of informational sessions led by senior leaders and industry experts, where event attendees participated in a professional development fair, and enjoyed ample networking opportunities.

DLA Energy employee receives a performance award.

July 3, 2025

Celebrating 80 years of DLA Energy: Honoring Dedicated Employees

FORT BELVOIR, Va. — The Defense Logistics Agency Energy is gearing up to celebrate its 80th birthday, a significant milestone that highlights nearly a century of unwavering support to America’s warfighters.

Men use a pump to empty barrels into a large tank in an industrial setting.

June 27, 2025

Guam haz waste removal saves money, sets new standard

PEARL HARBOR, Hawaii — When hazardous waste storage at the Consolidated Storage Facility in Guam recently reached a critical point, one Defense Logistics Agency environmental protection specialist’s initiative helped turn a complex challenge into a streamlined, cost-effective success.

Group of DLA Energy employees pose for photo.

June 23, 2025

DLA Energy Americans hosts quality workshop

LONG BEACH, Ca. — The biennial DLA Energy Americas Quality Workshop returned for two week-long sessions. Led by the Americas Quality team, the workshop encompassed weeks full of training, professional development, and quality assurance policy and practices.

Mother and father pose for photo with their son following college graduation and U.S. Air Force commissioning ceremony.

June 18, 2025

A Legacy of Service: Mejia’s Family Service to the Warfighter

FORT BELVOIR, Va. — The Mejia family shared their story, revealing how their dedication to service, both in their individual careers and as a family unit, provided support to warfighters and the nation.

Three hikers pose for a photo near the rim of the Grand Canyon.

June 4, 2025

Pacific leaders honor retiring logistician with Grand Canyon Rim2Rim2Rim Challenge

PEARL HARBOR, Hawaii — What began as a tribute hike to honor a distinguished Defense Department colleague became an endurance milestone for one of the Defense Logistics Agency’s Pacific region leaders – and a powerful reminder of the strength found in shared goals, grit, and preparation.