DLA Headquarters News - Category Distribution

July 8, 2021

DLA police and local counterparts conduct canine focused force protection measure at DLA Distribution Susquehanna

NEW CUMBERLAND, Pa. — Eight Pennsylvania canine teams from around the New Cumberland area met at the Defense Logistics Agency Distribution Susquehanna, Pennsylvania’s café annex to go over planning details before conducting a random antiterrorism measure or RAM for short.

July 1, 2021

Air Force and Navy logistics leaders visit DLA Distribution

NEW CUMBERLAND, Pa. — The Pentagon’s Director for Logistics, Air Force Lt. Gen. Sam C. Barrett and Defense Logistics Agency’s Director, Navy Vice Adm. Michelle C. Skubic, visited DLA Distribution Headquarters in New Cumberland, Pennsylvania, June 23 for an update on the agency’s COVID-19 support efforts and a tour of the modernization efforts at DLA Distribution Susquehanna, Pennsylvania.

July 1, 2021

Fireworks safety message from DLA Installation Management Susquehanna

NEW CUMBERLAND, Pa. — Fireworks are often used to mark special events and holidays. However, the only safe way to view fireworks is to attend a professional show. These shows are returning this year after being cancelled last year. Fireworks are simply not safe in the hands of consumers and cause thousands of injuries each year.

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June 29, 2021

New edition of The Rap features 2020 NCO of the Year

FORT BELVOIR, Va. — Army Sgt. 1st Class Ryan Penaflor, DLA's 2020 NCO of the Year, stars in the latest edition of The Rap talk show.

EAP graphic with the words, "We care, just call" and phone number "866-580-9046"

June 28, 2021

Employee Assistance Program helps workers maintain mental health

FORT BELVOIR, Va. — Employees may feel isolated and experience other work-related stressors as mass telework continues. DLA Human Resources officials remind workers that agency EAP counselors can help them with a variety of mental health-related issues.

Graphic with words "INFOSEC and OPSEC Protecting Our Digital Data"

June 25, 2021

DOD reinforces guidelines for releasing unclassified, classified documents

According to DLA information security officials, security breaches and phishing attempts are on the rise. DLA employees must be vigilant in protecting all information that may put operational security at risk.

June 24, 2021

DLA Distribution Industry Day goes virtual

NEW CUMBERLAND, Pa. — Defense Logistics Agency Distribution hosted a virtual Industry Day June 9 with over 180 industry representatives from 33 states participating. The event’s focus was to help industry partners do business with DLA Distribution and to encourage an open dialogue and exchange of information and ideas.

Group of men and women pose during leadership training for DLA's rapid deployment team duty.

June 24, 2021

Employees wanted for rapid deployment team positions

FORT BELVOIR, Va. — DLA Rapid Deployment Teams need volunteers who have a broad knowledge of DLA to fill several team positions and train to deploy on short notice for a one-year period.

June 23, 2021

New video features 2020 DLA Hall of Fame recipients

FORT BELVOIR, Va. — Contributions of DLA Hall of Fame recipients for 2020 are celebrated in a new video that includes appearances of inductees and senior leaders who nominated them.

June 22, 2021

DLA Distribution Korea opens new warehouse

NEW CUMBERLAND, Pa. — Defense Logistics Agency Distribution, Korea held a soft opening ceremony for their new warehouse June 4 with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Far East District, and the Ministry of National Defense - Defense Installations Agency in attendance as honored guests.

June 22, 2021

Former information director earns spot in DLA Hall of Fame

FORT BELVOIR, Va. — Susan L. Van Meter saw many technology transformations in her 41 years of federal service. Her accomplishments, visions and skills in the field earned her a position in the 2020 Defense Logistics Agency Hall of Fame.

Masked female Army colonel takes flag as symbolic gesture of assuming command.

June 21, 2021

DLA Europe and Africa welcomes new commander

FORT BELVOIR, Va. — Departing DLA Europe & Africa commander Army Col. Krista Hoffman relinquished command to Army Col. Faith Chamberlain in a virtual ceremony June 14.

FORT BELVOIR, Va. June 21, 2021

Former ethics lawyer earns spot in DLA Hall of Fame

Walter Thomas Jr.’s 36 years of accomplishments in employment law, ethics and contract law earned him a place in the 2020 Defense Logistics Agency Hall of Fame.

A portrait of Tony Poleo on a background featuring a portion of the DLA emblem

June 18, 2021

Agency, department financial work earn former CFO place in DLA Hall of Fame

FORT BELVOIR, Va. — Former Defense Logistics Agency Chief Financial Officer Tony Poleo’s fiscal legacy with the agency and beyond earn him a place in the DLA Hall of Fame.

June 17, 2021

Olmstead departs DLA Distribution Red River and Huertas takes command

NEW CUMEBRLAND, Pa. — Puerto Rican native Army Lt. Col. Sonia I. Huertas took command of Defense Logistics Agency Distribution Red River, Texas, from outgoing commander Army Lt. Col. Seth M. Olmstead in a change of command ceremony June 18.