DLA Headquarters News

A Navy Officer in a camouflage uniform stands on an indoor stage speaking to a crowd.

Oct. 23, 2024

DLA Distribution commander talks strategy, connects with workforce during town hall

NEW CUMBERLAND, Pa. — Navy Rear Adm. Michael York, commander, Defense Logistics Agency Distribution, hosted his first town hall since taking command at the organization’s headquarters in New Cumberland, Pennsylvania, Oct. 15.

The Defense Logistics Agency’s Deputy Director of Logistics Operations Kristin French, right, and the Deputy Assistant Secretary of State for Logistics Management Seth Green, left, signed a ten-year, $600 million interagency agreement Oct. 7, 2024

Oct. 21, 2024

DLA and Department of State sign 10-year, $600M partnership agreement

FORT BELVOIR, Va. — A new interagency agreement, effective Oct. 1, established a formal governance structure aligning supply chain requirements and centralizing logistical support between the Defense Logistics Agency and Department of State allowing for logistics support to their over 250 embassies and consulates globally.

Oct. 21, 2024

DLA Distribution San Joaquin supports fight against wildfires with more than $20 million in supplies

TRACY, Calif. — Defense Logistics Agency Distribution San Joaquin, California, is busy supporting the fight against wildfires, an annual effort that spans several months each year in order to stop the spread of the out-of-control flames that threaten lives and property throughout the nation.

Oct. 18, 2024

Survey lets suppliers rate their experience working with DLA

FORT BELVOIR, Va. — Suppliers that had contracts with DLA from August 2022 to July 2024 can rate their experience in the 2024 DLA Supplier Survey now through January.

Defense Logistics Agency Office of Small Business Programs Director Daniele Kurze serves on the OSBP directors panel Oct. 15

Oct. 17, 2024

Small business office director shares goals, opportunities at AUSA conference

FORT BELVOIR, Va. — The Defense Logistics Agency Office of Small Business Programs Director discussed new website updates, partnerships and success with the mentor-protégé program while serving on the OSBP directors panel Oct. 15 at the Association of the United States Army’s Annual Meeting and Exposition in Washington, D.C.

Two men stand talking inside of a warehouse with a table and packing boxes in front of them. One of the men is wearing a camouflage military uniform. There are people in the background.

Oct. 11, 2024

DLA Distribution commander learns Tobyhanna’s secrets to success

TOBYHANNA, Pa. — Navy Rear Adm. Michael York, commander, Defense Logistics Agency Distribution, learned more about operations, innovations and support to the Army and joint warfighter during a visit to DLA Distribution Tobyhanna, Pennsylvania, located at Tobyhanna Army Depot, Sept. 30.

Oct. 10, 2024

World Mental Health Day: Know the warning signs, seek help

FORT BELVOIR, Va. — World Mental Health Day is celebrated on Oct. 10 of each year to raise awareness around the world and to mobilize efforts in support of mental health.

Oct. 10, 2024

DLA Distribution partners with DLA Troop Support to transport 21 million MREs in support of FEMA

NEW CUMBERLAND, Pa. — As the nation continues response efforts to the damage caused across the southeastern United States by Hurricane Helene, Defense Logistics Agency Distribution continues to play a key role in whole of government support.

A group of soldiers grab boxes of water in front of a church.

Oct. 10, 2024

Many teams making DLA’s hurricane support possible

FORT BELVOIR, Va. — DLA's hurricane support is like a symphony orchestra with the Agency Synchronization Operations Center merging operations into one masterful melody.

Oct. 9, 2024

DLA Installation Management at Susquehanna first responders recognized for life-saving efforts

NEW CUMBERLAND, Pa. — Seven Defense Logistics Agency Installation Management at Susquehanna, Pennsylvania, first responders were recognized for their life-saving actions during a ceremony held on Defense Distribution Center, Susquehanna, in New Cumberland, Pennsylvania, Sept. 26.

A woman stands outside holding a case of water bottles while a Soldier and man look on.

Oct. 8, 2024

Hurricane Helene: 21M meals, 285K gallons of fuel among DLA’s support to FEMA

FORT BELVOIR, Va. — Providing vital supplies to those crawling back from the devastating blows of Hurricane Helene remains a significant endeavor for DLA.

Trailers are parked outside in a parking lot with people walking around in reflective vests.

Oct. 7, 2024

DLA Distribution Expeditionary deploys in support of Hurricane Helene relief efforts

NEW CUMBERLAND, Pa. — The Defense Logistics Agency Distribution Expeditionary team deployed in support of a Federal Emergency Management Agency mission to establish a forward Incident Support Base at Fort Campbell, Kentucky, following Hurricane Helene to receive, track and ship lifesaving commodities to aid those impacted by the storm’s destruction.

A black soldier in camo stands over gas cans with a fuel hose.

Oct. 7, 2024

DLA supplies active-duty troops assisting Hurricane Helene response

FORT BELVOIR, Va. — DLA is working with U.S. Northern Command to ensure active-duty troops are equipped to help federal, state and local officials clear routes and transport supplies to remote areas in North Carolina following Hurricane Helene.

military vehicles and an overhead gantry crane

Oct. 4, 2024

DLA Distribution Red River, Texas, executes high priority distribution mission supporting EUCOM

NEW CUMBERLAND, Pa. — Defense Logistics Agency Distribution Red River, Texas, recently supported a high priority request for the loadout and rail shipping for hundreds of the International M1224- MaxxPro Mine Resistant Ambush Protected vehicle to support operations in the United States European Command area of responsibility.

Members of the Old Town Run Club gather for a group photo at the Lincoln Memorial during the group’s inaugural “Pentagon to Ground Zero Run,”

Oct. 4, 2024

DLA Joint Reserve Force chief of staff leads inaugural charity run from Pentagon to ground zero

FORT BELVOIR, Va. — One night at a bar after having a drink with a fellow runner, Joint Reserve Force Chief of Staff Navy Capt. Onofrio Margioni pulled out a pencil and there on the back of a napkin, the two devised a plan for the 9/11 run.