DLA Energy News

Jan. 8, 2020

2019 annual history chronicles DLA's achievements

FORT BELVOIR, Virginia — From a growing role in the delivery and storage of repair parts for the F-35 Lightning II to an agreement with the Department of Veterans Affairs to reduce pharmaceutical prices, the Defense Logistics Agency made significant achievements in 2019.

Jan. 7, 2020

CFC efforts continue

FORT BELVOIR, Virginia — The campaign is ending soon, but there’s still time to make contributions to a charity of your choosing through the Defense Logistics Agency Combined Federal Campaign.

Jan. 2, 2020

These heroes have four legs

FORT BELVOIR, Va. — They come in all breeds, shapes and sizes, padding quietly at their handler’s side. Indispensable working partners and companions, these four-legged heroes help the disabled lead a more independent life. More than 28 service dog charities are part of the 2019 Combined Federal Campaign. Seven are affiliated with military and veterans support group organizations.

Dec. 26, 2019

Agency’s nerve center improves Warfighter support

FORT BELVOIR, Virginia — Under the lights of a massive video wall, all eyes focus on the monitors as the battle captain’s voice echoes through the microphone in the DLA Synchronization Operations Center, Dec. 20. It’s standing room only in the 24/7 center as uniformed and civilian logisticians from across the DLA enterprise are briefed on defense missions around the world. 

Dec. 23, 2019

DLA Director delivers commencement address to the Army Command and General Staff School

Fort Belvoir, Virginia — Defense Logistics Agency Director Army Lt. Gen. Darrell K. Williams delivered the commencement address to graduates of the four-month long Army Command and General Staff Officers Course at Fort Belvoir, Virginia, Dec. 19. The students were comprised of 118 mid-career Army officers and one civilian from diverse professional military backgrounds.

Dec. 19, 2019

Meet Eric Smith, DLA Energy’s new Deputy Commander

FORT BELVOIR, Virginia — Deputy Commander Eric Smith joined the DLA Energy team on Nov. 24. Recently, he sat down with public affairs to discuss his career, leadership and goals.

Dec. 18, 2019

New DLA Joint Reserve Force leader to keep focus on readiness

FORT BELVOIR — New DLA Joint Reserve Force Director Navy Rear Adm. Grafton Chase describes his background and challenges for the agency's reservists.

Dec. 13, 2019

Employee Assistance Program offers tips to reduce holiday stress

Fort Belvoir, Virginia — It's the time of year many Defense Logistics Agency employees’ thoughts turn to shopping, traveling and spending time with family members. But during the holiday season, stress levels can rise with parties and gift-giving. DLA’s Employee Assistance Program provider suggests ways to maintain realistic expectations and reduce anxiety.

Dec. 12, 2019

SEA Card delivers in the Arctic

TROMSO, Norway — When the Navy destroyer USS Gridley (DDG 101) needed fuel in the northern Atlantic, they used DLA Energy’s Ships’ bunkers easy acquisition, or SEA, Card online system.

Dec. 11, 2019

CFC giving starts with key workers

FORT BELVOIR, Virginia — It takes a team of dedicated volunteers to make the Combined Federal Campaign a success every year and DLA Energy’s Contract Specialist Armenthia Massey is leading this year’s 25 DLA Energy volunteers.