DLA News Archive

Oct. 14, 2025

DLA Weapons Support embarks on transformation, prioritizing warfighter support, employee well-being

RICHMOND, Va. — As Defense Logistics Agency Weapons Support unites the agency’s supply operations in Richmond and Columbus under a single command, leaders are focused on a clear mission: revolutionizing support for the warfighter while safeguarding the well-being of its workforce and celebrating the unique strengths of its teams. The strategic direction for the coming year was a key focus of the fiscal year 2026 Annual Operating Plan overview led by Air Force Brig. Gen. Patrick Launey, DLA Weapons Support (Richmond) commander, Oct. 9 at Defense Supply Center Richmond.

Oct. 10, 2025

Workforce issues a primary focus at DLA Weapons Support (Richmond) Town Hall

RICHMOND, Va. — Defense Logistics Agency Weapons Support (Richmond) employees gathered in person and online Oct. 9 as Army Lt. Gen. Mark Simerly, DLA director; Army Command Sgt. Maj. Petra Casarez, DLA senior enlisted leader; and Air Force Brig. Gen. Patrick Launey, DLA Weapons Support (Richmond) commander, led a town hall focused on transformation, readiness and recognition of workforce excellence.

Oct. 10, 2025

DLA Troop Support Awards First Subsistence Prime Vendor Contract for Australia.

PHILADELPHIA — Defense Logistics Agency Troop Support Subsistence has awarded an $871 million contract to support warfighters in the Indo-Pacific Command, including Australia.

Oct. 7, 2025

DLA Director visits Troop Support for town hall, employee recognition and FY26 annual operating plan review

PHILADELPHIA — Defense Logistics Agency Director Army Lt. Gen. Mark Simerly visited DLA Troop Support for an employee town hall and a fiscal 2026 annual operating plan discussion with the organization’s senior leaders on Oct. 2.

Oct. 3, 2025

Transformation is top topic at town hall

FORT BELVOIR, Va. — Agency senior leaders addressed the current state of the Defense Logistics Agency and its way ahead through transformation at a global town hall Oct. 1.

Oct. 2, 2025

Army Chinooks excel in delivering excess to DLA

BATTLE CREEK, Mich. — Chinook helicopters airlifted excess equipment from the Army's 10th Mountain Division to DLA Disposition Services as part of a unique training exercise at Fort Drum. The operation provided realistic logistical challenges for air crews while meeting a critical offload deadline.

Oct. 1, 2025

DLA employees at Richmond required to ensure Lenel access by Oct. 30

RICHMOND, Va. — All Defense Logistics Agency employees on Defense Supply Center Richmond are required to enroll in the Lenel Access Control System by Oct. 30, to prepare the workforce in the event of heightened security measures or if a lockdown is implemented in response to an active threat.

Oct. 1, 2025

Troop Support retirees honored for over 850 years of federal service

PHILADELPHIA — Defense Logistics Agency Troop Support honored 25 retirees, with over 850 years of federal service during a civilian retirement ceremony on September 25 .

Oct. 1, 2025

DLA establishes new subordinate command for weapon systems support

FORT BELVOIR, Va. — The Defense Logistics Agency today announced the stand up of a new major subordinate command dedicated to supplying spare and repair parts to the military services. DLA Weapons Support integrates the missions of DLA Aviation and DLA Land and Maritime into a single unified command responsible for weapon systems support to the joint force.

Oct. 1, 2025

Troop Support to Begin Processing 2026 Passover Kosher Meal Orders

PHILADELPHIA — The Defense Logistics Agency Troop Support Subsistence supply chain is now accepting orders for Kosher for Passover meals to support warfighters stationed around the globe for Passover 2026. Orders will be accepted from October 1 to December 15, 2025. Passover in 2026 runs from April 1 – 9.