DLA Troop Support News

Oct. 15, 2021

Logistician saves stranger from Kalamazoo River

BATTLE CREEK, Mich. — DLA Disposition Services employee Ronald Hobbs rescued a stranger from the Kalamazoo River on Oct. 12.

Oct. 14, 2021

DLA lab tests 3D scanner to inform agency use, improve coordination with partners

PHILADELPHIA — A 3D scanner, delivered to the Defense Logistics Troop Support Product Test Center the week of October 11, is undergoing testing to explore how the technology can improve agency operations. The machine may also help the PTC coordinate with customers, vendors and DLA teammates to better visualize parts and potential defects.

Oct. 14, 2021

DLA provides food, medicine to incoming Afghans in support of Operation Allies Welcome

PHILADELPHIA — The Defense Logistics Agency provided more than $42 million worth of food and nearly 448,000 doses of 15 different vaccines to Afghan nationals in support of Operation Allies Welcome over the past three months, while standing by to provide additional assistance to U.S. Northern Command and other mission partners.

Oct. 13, 2021

Texas firefighters use fleet addition from DLA to control wildfire

BATTLE CREEK, Mich. — The Marlin Volunteer Fire Department was recently called out to what became the 96-acre Rice Road Fire. Its new military truck acquired from Defense Logistics Agency Disposition Services was instrumental in helping the department fight a six-hour battle alongside other area fire departments and Texas A&M Forest Service.

Oct. 12, 2021

Evolution of DLA Troop Support: Forging a path through the 21st century

PHILADELPHIA — The Defense Logistics Agency Troop Support’s history in Philadelphia and around the world is one of evolution and adaptation. This growth has continued throughout the 21st century, as the organization forges ahead while remaining in sync with the nation’s demands, industry changes and digital transformation. Harnessing the power of technology to enhance warfighter readiness and supporting national disasters via federal partners are some of the ways DLA Troop Support has continued to improve support to warfighters and continues to evolve as a leader in defense logistics.

Oct. 11, 2021

Japan property disposal saves Navy $

BATTLE CREEK, Mich. — Strong connections to DLA recently helped warfighters unload aging watch towers and mobile small arms ranges that had rusted after years of exposure to salty sea air.

Oct. 8, 2021

Commentary: Chief Petty Officer Stephen Mitchell on volunteering with Operation Allies Refuge

BATTLE CREEK, Mich. — Chief Petty Officer Stephen Mitchell of Disposition Services at Al Udeid Air Base, Qatar talks about his experience volunteering for Operation Allies Refuge.

Oct. 7, 2021

DLA Troop Support earns award for supporting National Guard, Reserve employees

PHILADELPHIA — The Defense Logistics Agency Troop Support was honored with the Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve’s “Above and Beyond Award,” presented by ESGR Chair Emeritus retired Army Maj. Gen. Wesley Craig Oct. 7, in Philadelphia, for their outstanding support of National Guard and reserve members employed by the organization.

Oct. 7, 2021

Advance coordination smooths regional DODEA furniture swaps

BATTLE CREEK, Mich. — Disposition offices recently helped DOD schoolhouses in Europe and Asia prepare for fall with assistance on large furniture disposal projects.

Oct. 7, 2021

C&T welcomes new leaders to continue warfighter support mission

PHILADELPHIA — Continuing a legacy of warfighter support is just one of the shared goals of the Defense Logistics Agency Troop Support Clothing and Textiles’ two newest senior leaders, C&T Director Air Force Col. Matthew T. Harnly and Deputy Director David Johns .

Oct. 4, 2021

Agency head visits K-town property disposal crew

BATTLE CREEK, Mich. — Two Germany-based DLA Disposition Services employees were commended for their mission contributions Sept. 28.

Oct. 1, 2021

Industrial Hardware realignment brings strength, resilience of team to DLA partners

PHILADELPHIA — Although the Industrial Hardware supply chain was officially disestablished by the Defense Logistics Agency Troop Support in Philadelphia effective October 1, the talent and energy of the workforce that managed the 937 thousand items remains unchanged. The warfighter support for hardware continues through other DLA offices, and the energy and talent of more than 400 employees is shared throughout the organization.

Oct. 1, 2021

Leadership Spotlight: William Jerome

BATTLE CREEK, Mich. — William Jerome is the site director for DLA Installation Management in Battle Creek, Michigan.

Oct. 1, 2021

Digital DSR Celebrates 5 Years in Service

BATTLE CREEK, Mich. — Digital DSR celebrates 5 years anniversary supporting DLA Disposition Services customers.

Sept. 30, 2021

Federal employees learn to share resilience skills to strengthen workforce

PHILADELPHIA — Employees of the Defense Logistics Agency Troop Support participated in a 10-day “train the trainer” Master Resiliency Training course September 13-24, that focused on providing specific skills to deal with stress at work and at home.