DLA Headquarters News

Dec. 9, 2021

HR leader retraces DLA’s automation journey before retiring with 45 years

FORT BELVOIR, Va. — Kathy Roberts, DLA Human Resources' Information Systems director, describes changes in HR throughout her 35-year career with DLA.

Dec. 7, 2021

16th annual international DLA Energy Europe and Africa Fuel Exchange Agreements Forum

GARMISCH-PARTENKIRCHEN, Germany — Representatives from 15 countries met in person for the first time in two years to talk fuel infrastructure, future operations and increased partnership opportunities during the 16th annual DLA Fuel Exchange Agreements Forum in Garmisch-Partenkirchen, Germany, Nov. 16-18.

Dec. 6, 2021

DLA Energy signs agreement with historically black college

FORT BELVOIR, Va. — A first-of-its-kind memorandum of understanding with a historically black college and university was signed virtually between DLA Energy and Benedict College at the McNamara Headquarters Complex, Fort Belvoir, Virginia, Nov. 15.

Dec. 6, 2021

Defense Secretary announces DLA Distribution commander promotion

NEW CUMBERLAND, Pa. — Defense Secretary Lloyd J. Austin III announced Dec. 2 that the President has nominated Marine Corps Brig. Gen. Keith D. Reventlow, Defense Logistics Agency Distribution commanding general, for the appointment to the two-star rank of major general. 

Dec. 3, 2021

DLA-IP employees receive USFK Civilian of the Year award

CAMP HUMPHREYS, Korea — Three Defense Logistics Agency Indo-Pacific employees receive U.S. Forces Korea Civilian of the Year award.

Dec. 2, 2021

DLA participates in U.S. Fleet Activities Yokosuka Safety Fair

CAMP HUMPHREYS, South Korea — Members from Defense Logistics Agency Indo-Pacific and DLA Distribution Yokosuka participated in the U.S. Fleet Activities Yokosuka Safety Fair Nov. 15 at Naval Base Yokosuka, Japan. The public event was sponsored by various commands and the local Japanese police department.

Dec. 2, 2021

DLA Energy Commander honored at Philippine Consulate

NEW YORK CITY, New York — Honoring Filipino-Americans in uniform both past and present, DLA Energy Commander Air Force Brig. Gen. Jimmy Canlas was recognized at a Veterans Day event at the Philippine Consulate in New York City, Nov. 11. 

Dec. 1, 2021

Chaplain resources help military members practice their faith

FORT BELVOIR, Va. — Army Col. Christopher Archer has served in many challenging assignments in various locations during his more than 20-year career as a chaplain, but he chose his current assignment at DLA in December 2020. Working with his Religious Affairs NCO and DLA Troop Support counterparts, he ensures customers get the religious supplies they need in a timely manner.

Nov. 30, 2021

A fuel handler’s storied 42-year career

FORT BELVOIR, Va. — Chuck Allyson’s storied career in fuel has carried him from Aberdeen Proving Ground, Maryland; through Fort Lee and Fort Belvoir in Virginia; to Germany, South Korea, and Alaska. His final duty assignment landed him traveling throughout the northeast region of New England. After 21 years in the Army and another 21 years working as a civilian DLA fuel quality assurance representative, it’s time to move on.

Nov. 30, 2021

New Acquisition Modernization Program to help DLA face future challenges

FORT BELVOIR, Va. — DLA is building a masterplan for meeting new challenges posed by the shifting global logistics environment through its new Acquisition Modernization Program. 

Nov. 29, 2021

Tribute to heroes display honors DLA employees lost, injured in war on terror

FORT BELVOIR, Va. — A new Tribute to DLA Heroes display honors one current and three former employees who were injured or killed in the war on terror.

Nov. 19, 2021

DLA unifies, polishes its reputation in the 2010s

FORT BELVOIR, Va. — This is the final in a series of seven articles “Celebrating 60 years” and highlighting DLA’s support to America’s military since the agency was created Oct. 1, 1961.

Nov. 18, 2021

DLA CFC off to strong start in the national capital area

FORT BELVOIR, Va. — DLA employees in the national capital area are almost 35% toward reaching their 2021 Combined Federal Campaign goal of $300,000.

Nov. 12, 2021

Celebrating 60 years: DLA balances reform, provision after 9/11

FORT BELVOIR, Va. — This is the sixth in a “Celebrating 60 years” series of seven articles highlighting DLA’s support to America’s military since the agency was created Oct. 1, 1961.

Nov. 10, 2021

DLA Energy fuel handlers inducted into the Fraternal Order of the SPR

FORT BELVOIR, Va. — Recognized for their safety, professionalism and reliability in the petroleum field, Mike Holgate, Doug Collins, and Rick Vanschoor were inducted into the “Order of the SPR” at the National Petroleum Management Association PETRO 21 Conference in Alexandria, Virginia, Nov. 3.