DLA Pacific News

April 25, 2024

Former DLA Troop Support commander returns as agency director, emphasizes transformation

PHILADELPHIA — Mark Simerly was a colonel when he assumed command of Defense Logistics Agency Troop Support in June 2017. Two years later, he relinquished command as a brigadier general. Now Army Lt. Gen. Mark Simerly returned to Northeast Philadelphia as the director of DLA and its global workforce of 25,000 employees.

April 24, 2024

DLA Director calls on agency, suppliers to ‘think, act and operate differently’

COLUMBUS, Ohio — Defense Logistics Agency Director Mark Simerly highlighted needed transformation across both the agency and industry to meet the current and future needs of America’s warfighters during his remarks at the DLA Supply Chain Alliance Conference and Exhibition.

April 24, 2024

Every day is Earth Day at DLA Distribution

NEW CUMBERLAND, Pa. — As we continue to celebrate Earth Day this week, its important to remember that Defense Logistics Agency Distribution’s commitment to environmental stewardship extends beyond just one day. Every day presents an opportunity to make a positive impact on our planet.

April 23, 2024

Defense supply chain conference fosters partnerships, integrated deterrence strategy

COLUMBUS, Ohio — Defense Logistics Agency Land and Maritime, in collaboration with DLA Aviation and the National Defense Industrial Association, wrapped up day one of the DLA Supply Chain Alliance Conference and Exhibition at the Greater Columbus Convention Center in downtown Columbus, Ohio, April 23.

April 23, 2024

Defense supply chain conference fosters partnerships, integrated deterrence strategy

COLUMBUS, Ohio — Defense Logistics Agency Land and Maritime, in collaboration with DLA Aviation and the National Defense Industrial Association, wrapped up day one of the DLA Supply Chain Alliance Conference and Exhibition at the Greater Columbus Convention Center in downtown Columbus, Ohio, April 23.

April 23, 2024

Business connections, innovative solutions focus of worldwide energy conference

FORT BELVOIR, Va. — The common thread in all DOD missions is the need for energy sources, DLA Vice Director Brad Bunn tells industry, military, federal government and DLA representatives at the DLA Energy Worldwide Energy Conference at National Harbor, Maryland.

April 23, 2024

DLA leaders learn more about DLA Distribution Europe, Expeditionary team efforts

GERMERSHEIM, Germany — Leadership and experts from Defense Logistics Agency Distribution Europe recently hosted Rear Adm. Doug Noble, director, DLA logistics operations, Kevin Kachinski, executive director of Defense Logistics Agency Operations, and Army Col. A.J. Sullivan, commander, DLA Europe and Africa, for an update of their efforts supporting DLA and multinational exercises in the region.

April 22, 2024

The Worldwide Energy Conference is back

NATIONAL HARBOR, Md. — The 2024 DLA Energy Worldwide Conference is underway at the Gaylord National Hotel and Convention Center in National Habor, Maryland, April 22-24.

April 22, 2024

DLA Distribution San Joaquin hosts Expeditionary Academy

TRACY, Calif. — Defense Logistics Agency Distribution San Joaquin, California, recently hosted a two-week DLA Distribution Expeditionary Academy for members of DLA’s Joint Reserve Force.

April 22, 2024

DLA Land and Maritime welcomes new Acquisition Executive

COLUMBUS, Ohio — Defense Logistics Agency Land and Maritime inducted a new member into the Senior Executive Service April 18. Robert Johnson took the oath of office during a ceremony at the Defense Supply Center Columbus presided by Commanding General Army Brig. Gen. Gail Atkins.