DLA Troop Support News - Category Disposition Services

April 21, 2026

Cedric Omar is a current member of Pathways to Career Excellence (PACE) Group 50, which began in 2025. For his second year in the PACE Program, he will be assigned to Eglin Air Force Base, Florida, as a property disposal specialist with environmental duties.

Shaping the future of military logistics, DLA Director Lt. Gen. Mark Simerly and DLA Troop Support Commander Brig. Gen. Sean Kelly met with senior leaders from across DLA Troop Support's four supply chains. Their strategic conversation centered on modernization and integrating artificial intelligence to improve the efficiency and responsiveness of DLA's support to the Warfighter.

April 14, 2026

DLA Troop Support begins journey to predictive data with AI integration

PHILADELPHIA — Stressing the urgency of a new strategic pivot for military logistics, the director of the Defense Logistics Agency returned to his former command in Philadelphia for a mid-year review, outlining a stark vision for achieving logistics readiness at the speed of war to ensure the nation's preparedness for any potential conflict.

The Perth Amboy Police department used a snow melter obtained through DLA’s Law Enforcement Support Office, administered by DLA Disposition Services LESO program, to clear streets after a snowstorm that left about 12 inches of snow on the city.

April 14, 2026

Perth Amboy Police use DLA excess

BATTLE CREEK, Mich. — New Jersey police get an edge on winter with excess property from the Defense Logistics Agency.

man in uniform stands left of plaque with man in suit

April 8, 2026

Four ‘vanguards of warfighter readiness’ join Troop Support’s Hall of Fame

PHILADELPHIA — Four former Defense Logistics Agency Troop Support leaders were inducted into the Hall of Fame at a ceremony in their honor April 2, joined by family, friends and former colleagues.

Defense Logistics Agency Director Lt. Gen. Mark Simerly, center, speaks to DLA Disposition Services staff during a recent visit to the Hart-Dole-Inouye Federal Center on April 2.

April 8, 2026

Simerly encourages readiness and transformation in Battle Creek

BATTLE CREEK, Mich. — The DLA director reiterated agency focus areas during an annual operating plan review in Michigan April 2.

Francis Flynn (Left), Tara Perrien (Center), and Maria Silvester (Right) stand together as they were celebrated on their retirement from federal service on March 31 in Philadelphia. Photo Credit: Ed Maldonado

April 3, 2026

Three DLA Troop Support retirees celebrate 68 years of federal service

PHILADELPHIA — The Defense Logistics Agency Troop Support held a retirement ceremony to honor the federal service of three civilian employees on March 31.

A man holds a shadow box in front of flags while posing with three soldiers.

March 31, 2026

Korea disposal pro recognized for 5-17 ACS deactivation support

JOINT BASE PEARL HARBOR-HICKAM — DLA Disposal Service Representative Kevin Higdon was singled out for his role in providing sustained direct support throughout the lengthy unit drawdown.

Corrin Logan is a current member of Pathways to Career Excellence (PaCE) Group 50, which began in 2025. For her second year in the PaCE Program, she will be staying at HQ in Battle Creek as an 1104 in sales contracting.(Courtesy Photo)

March 30, 2026

PACER Spotlight: Corrin Logan

Corrin Logan is a current member of Pathways to Career Excellence (PaCE) Group 50, which began in 2025. For her second year in the PaCE Program, she will be staying at HQ in Battle Creek as an 1104 in sales contracting.

A new DLA Troop Support team member celebrates the completion of their first day, proudly joining the ranks of civilian service after taking the Oath of Office. This milestone signifies their new commitment to supporting our nation's warfighters and enhancing national security. Their journey with DLA Troop Support has officially begun

March 26, 2026

DLA Troop Support accelerates transformation with people-powered readiness for Warfighters

PHILADELPHIA — In a significant boost to its mission-critical workforce, the Defense Logistics Agency Troop Support is actively hiring dozens of new employees, with 82 individuals beginning the onboarding process after taking the Oath of Office. This influx of talent is aimed at directly enhancing the readiness and support provided to the nation's Warfighters by DLA Troop Support.

Older Humvees sitting outside in the snow

March 25, 2026

DLA Disposition Services to receive 300 HMMWVs

BATTLE CREEK, Mich. — Defense Logistics Agency Disposition Services personnel in Germany are managing the disposal of 190 High Mobility Multipurpose Wheeled Vehicles from the U.S. Army’s Joint Multinational Readiness Center to support the Army’s divestiture of excess initiative.

Man receives flu vaccine in upper left arm.

March 24, 2026

DLA flu program closes 2025-2026 season, supports single-dose vaccine policy shift

PHILADELPHIA — Significant flu vaccine policy changes this season highlight the situational agility of the Defense Logistics Agency Troop Support Medical supply chain as collaboration led to the successful completion of the 2025-2026 flu vaccine program.

March 23, 2026

Troop Support focuses on warfighter readiness during DLA vice director’s quarterly visit

PHILADELPHIA — Defense Logistics Agency Troop Support hosted DLA Vice Director Brad Bunn for a mid-year Annual Operating Plan review with the organization March 17.

Two people in military uniforms stand in the open door of a shipping container. Property sits on the ground outside of the container.

March 19, 2026

Building a Culture of Ingenuity: Space Force and the DLA Advantage

BATTLE CREEK, Mich. — The nation’s newest military branch, the U.S. Space Force, is building its identity and culture, and its basic military training leaders are turning to a familiar partner to stretch resources and sharpen readiness: Defense Logistics Agency Disposition Services.

A man dressed in a dark suite stands on a stage talking to people in military uniforms.

March 11, 2026

Start spreading the news about DSR

BATTLE CREEK, Mich. — Defense Logistics Agency Disposition Services provided an educational briefing on property disposal to service members from the 177th Regiment, Regional Training Institute, based at the Fort Custer Training Center in Battle Creek February 27.

hundreds of people sit at conference tables

March 9, 2026

Modernization, warfighter readiness themes of annual Clothing and Textiles industry event

PHILADELPHIA — Warfighter readiness, modernization and strategic partnership were key themes of an annual planning meeting led by the Defense Logistics Agency March 3-4 in Cherry Hill, New Jersey.