DLA Headquarters News

June 29, 2022

DLA, industry leaders discuss inflation, supply chain issues

FORT BELVOIR, Va. — DLA leaders and representatives from six industry associations discussed inflation and logistics challenges such as supply disruptions and labor shortages June 28 at the McNamara Headquarters Complex.

June 29, 2022

DLA Energy procurement analyst graduates Naval Postgraduate School

FORT BELVOIR, Va. — Ayodele Warburton, a DLA Energy procurement analyst, graduated with a Master of Science in Contract Management from the Naval Postgraduate School in Monterey, California, June 17. The program is part of the 4th Estate Director of Acquisition Career Management Office Leadership & Talent Management Portfolio.

June 27, 2022

DLA Energy Lunch and Learn: USAJOBS application process

FORT BELVOIR, Va. — DLA Human Resources specialists outlined the process for USAJOBS applications during a virtual DLA Energy Lunch and Learn June 7.

June 27, 2022

DLA program introduces domestic germanium recycling capability 

FORT BELVOIR, Va. — A DLA program for recycling optical-grade germanium used in military weapons systems and night vision equipment has led to new capability in the U.S. defense industrial base. 

June 27, 2022

DLA Energy honors acquisition workforce

FORT BELVOIR, Va. — DLA Energy’s acquisition workforce was recognized during a high-energy honors program at the McNamara Headquarters Complex on Fort Belvoir, Virginia, June 15.

June 23, 2022

2022 DLA Hall of Fame inductees announced

FORT BELVOIR, Va. — DLA Director Navy Vice Adm. Michelle Skubic has announced inductees into the 2022 DLA Hall of Fame.

June 21, 2022

Legendary bulk fuel expert retires

HOUSTON, Texas — Defense Logistics Agency Americas Operations Director Dave Ray retired with 42 combined military and federal service during a ceremony at DLA Energy Americas in Houston, Texas, June 15.

June 16, 2022

Joint Reserve Force leaders zero in on readiness

FORT BELVOIR, Va. — Over 50 Defense Logistics Agency Joint Reserve Force leaders gathered to discuss the importance of readiness during their Annual Leadership Review.

June 15, 2022

DLA Foundation scholarships awarded

FORT BELVOIR, Va. — The DLA Foundation has awarded 31 scholarships to students with close family connections to current or past employees throughout the agency.

June 15, 2022

DLA Energy Americas West changes command

CYPRESS, Cali. — DLA Energy Americas West bid farewell to Navy Cmdr. Frank Kim during a change of command ceremony at the Navy Golf Course in Cypress, California, June 13. The incoming commander, Navy Cmdr. Anas Maazouzi, was a previous operations officer and military deputy director at DLA Land and Maritime.

June 10, 2022

DSCC fuel point project to provide long-term solution for aging tanks

COLUMBUS, Ohio — Three 10,000-gallon fuel tanks were installed at Defense Supply Center Columbus June 1, marking the beginning of a long-term project at the installation’s fuel point to replace aging underground fuel storage tanks with above-ground tanks.

June 9, 2022

Security, emergency services outlines best defense against active shooters

FORT BELVOIR, Va. — DLA Installation Management breaks down the mantra “Run, Hide, Fight!” to help employees save lives during an active shooter situation.

June 8, 2022

DLA Headquarters employees celebrate Army’s birthday

FORT BELVOIR, Va. — Employees celebrated the Army’s 247th birthday June 7 in the McNamara Headquarters Complex auditorium. Army Command Sgt. Maj. Tomeka O’Neal, Defense Logistics Agency senior enlisted leader, led the event.

June 7, 2022

DLA COVID-19 Task Force member wins Navy League logistics award

Fort Belvoir, Va. — Navy Lt. Cmdr. Hugh Wilson is the winner of the Navy League’s Admiral Ben Moreell Award for Logistics Competence for his work with the Defense Logistics Agency’s COVID-19 Task Force. He will receive the award during the Navy League’s National Convention June 8-12 in Orlando, Florida. He is a joint logistics planner in DLA’s Agency Synchronization and Operations Center.

June 2, 2022

Farmers market returns to DLA

Fort Belvoir, Va. — The weekly farmers market is making a comeback at the Defense Logistics Agency. Starting June 8, the market will be held every Wednesday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. near the front doors of the Headquarters Complex. The last farmers market for the season will be Oct. 19.