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Levels of Planning ADFhttps://logisticsinwar.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/1.-the-bridge-adf.jpg1. The Bridge ADF2024-06-17T22:02:51+00:00monthlyhttps://logisticsinwar.com/2018/11/25/the-realities-of-logistics-and-strategic-leadership-2018-edition/https://logisticsinwar.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/20180812ran8562953_068.jpgIndo-Pacific Endeavour 2018HMAS Toowoomba in transit to the Solomon Islands for Indo-Pacific Endeavour 2018. *** Local Caption *** A Joint Task Group of four ships and 1,000 personnel from the Australian Defence Force are deployed on Indo-Pacific Endeavour 2018, a series of key engagement activities with Australia’s regional neighbours. Running from May to September, Indo-Pacific Endeavour 2018 is geared towards enhancing interoperability with Australia’s key regional partners, including Fiji, Tonga, Samoa, Vanuatu, Papua New Guinea and the Solomon Islands. Indo-Pacific Endeavour 2018 is the second iteration of the exercise and part of ongoing efforts to re-affirm Australia’s positive relationships with other militaries through joint practical activities. HMAS Adelaide, a Canberra-Class Landing Helicopter Dock, is the centrepiece of the task group, able to project embarked personnel, vehicles and aircraft ashore in support of joint exercises. HMAS Adelaide is joined in the Joint Task Group by HMA Ships Success and Toowoomba. Indo-Pacific Endeavour 2018 also involves personnel from the Australian Army’s 2RAR, the Royal Australian Air Force and Defence civillians.2024-06-07T06:42:41+00:00monthlyhttps://logisticsinwar.com/2024/05/02/sustaining-national-defence-logistics-investment-in-the-national-defence-strategy/2024-05-02T10:30:40+00:00monthlyhttps://logisticsinwar.com/2022/11/29/initiating-a-new-national-support-approach-mobilising-national-logistics-in-the-support-of-military-operations/2024-03-10T11:25:56+00:00monthlyhttps://logisticsinwar.com/2023/07/09/building-a-better-prepared-australian-defence-force-after-the-defence-strategic-review-supply-chains-and-logistics-and-the-way-in-which-both-improve-military-resilience/2023-11-06T09:02:33+00:00monthlyhttps://logisticsinwar.com/2023/07/04/6186/2023-11-04T09:28:33+00:00monthlyhttps://logisticsinwar.com/2023/06/30/learning-to-live-in-a-logisticians-world-strategic-logistics-and-the-future-of-military-resilience/2023-06-30T06:20:53+00:00monthlyhttps://logisticsinwar.com/2023/06/04/logistics-contractors-and-strategic-logistics-advantage-in-us-military-operations/2023-06-04T01:25:23+00:00monthlyhttps://logisticsinwar.com/2023/05/12/logistics-preparedness-and-the-defence-strategic-review/2023-05-29T07:54:26+00:00monthlyhttps://logisticsinwar.com/2019/01/24/limping-to-war/https://logisticsinwar.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/deployment_limping-to-war.jpg20180213raaf8194170_0022A RAAF C-17A Globemaster, bringing aid to Tonga in the aftermath of Tropical Cyclone Gita, awaits unloading at Fua’amotu International Airport. *** Local Caption *** The first aircraft load of humanitarian supplies was transported to Tonga on board a RAAF C-17A Globemaster along with an Australian Defence Force Support response Team, in the wake of Tropical Cyclone Gita. The cyclone struck Tonga in the early hours of the 13th February, 2018, with winds in excess of 210 kilometres an hour. Following a request from the Tongan Government, Australia acted swiftly to deploy shelter, kitchen, hygiene kits and other lifesaving equipment. The Australian defence Force is playing a vital role in transporting these supplies, which will provide immediate relief to over 2000 people in need.The first aircraft load of humanitarian supplies was transported to Tonga on board a RAAF C-17A Globemaster along with an Australian Defence Force Support response Team, in the wake of Tropical Cyclone Gita.https://logisticsinwar.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/c130repair_limpingtowar.jpgAIRBUS Hangar - Team AeroThe Airbus hangar at RAAF Base Richmond. *** Local Caption *** Team Aero - which consists of Airbus Australia Pacific, Lockheed Martin, and StandardAero - is responsible for providing Through-Life Support to the Royal Australian Air Force's fleet of 12 C-130J Hercules aircraft. Under this arrangement, Airbus Australia Pacific is responsible for deeper-level maintenance for the Hercules at RAAF Base Richmond, which involves conducting inspections of the airframe, replacement or upgrade of systems and components, and other necessary repairs.2023-04-27T07:49:54+00:00monthlyhttps://logisticsinwar.com/2023/03/03/the-realities-of-logistics-and-strategic-leadership-2018-edition-2/https://logisticsinwar.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/20180812ran8562953_068.jpgFeatured Image -- 60012023-03-03T03:49:19+00:00monthlyhttps://logisticsinwar.com/2021/08/31/the-debris-of-an-organisation-thinking-about-how-the-adf-recovers-from-the-first-losses-of-war-part-two/https://logisticsinwar.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/20190812ran8247532_0003.jpgADF and USMC Complete HIMARS HI-RAIN Mission at Exercise LoobyeA United States Marine Corps M142 High Mobility Artillery Rocket System (HIMARS), part of the Marine Rotational Force - Darwin, fires a guided rocket against targets on Bradshaw Field Training Area in the Northern Territory. *** Local Caption *** Exercise Loobye is a bilateral Fires, Command and Control, and information sharing exercise between the ADF and the Marine Rotational Force – Darwin 2021 at Bradshaw Field Training Area (BFTA). It is a tangible demonstration of the increasing interoperability between Australian and US forces and ability to project joint capability into the region. Exercise Loobye was enabled by a Royal Australian Air Force Boeing C-17A Globemaster III to airlift and rapidly insert a United States Marine Corps M142 High Mobility Artillery Rocket System (HIMARS) to BFTA’s Nackeroo Airfield to conduct a deliberate missile strike on a simulated enemy target. Exercise Loobye has evolved from its inaugural execution in 2020, which saw US Air Force B-1 and B-2 bombers from Guam and Diego Garcia fly as far as 4000 miles, supported tankers out of Okinawa Japan, to integrate with the Australian Army and the MRF-D in a highly advanced training activity simulating long range precision strikes.2021-08-31T10:36:14+00:00monthlyhttps://logisticsinwar.com/2021/08/29/the-debris-of-an-organisation-thinking-about-how-the-adf-recovers-from-the-first-losses-of-war-part-one/https://logisticsinwar.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/20210617army8620637_0378.jpg20210617army8620637_0378Rheinmetall Lynx KF4 Infantry Fighting Vehicle (front) and Hanwha Defence Australia Redback Infantry fighting vehicle (back), conduct user evaluation trials at Puckapunyal, Victoria. *** Local Caption *** Valued at between $18.1 billion and $27.1 billion, LAND 400 Phase 3 is the largest acquisition project in the Australian Army’s history. The contenders for a new Infantry Fighting Vehicle are the Hanwha Defense Australia Redback and the Rheinmetall Defence Australia KF41 Lynx. Both tenderers have each delivered three prototype vehicles which are being extensively tested as part of a two-year Risk Mitigation Activity. Captured in this collection are activities undertaken at Puckapunyal, Victoria in June 2021, including extensive user evaluation trials and a live fire event. A decision on the preferred tenderer is expected to be presented to Government for consideration in 2022.2021-08-28T22:17:08+00:00monthlyhttps://logisticsinwar.com/2021/04/26/shaping-the-eco-system-for-logistics-innovation-the-impact-of-automation-and-autonomous-systems/https://logisticsinwar.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/20210420army8639576_147.jpgChief of Army SymposiumThe Ghost Robotics quadruped robot is presented at the Robotics Expo and Quantum Technology Challenge during the Chief of Army Symposium at the Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre. *** Local Caption *** The Australian Army hosted the Army Robotics Expo and Quantum Technology Challenge at the Brisbane Convention Centre on April 20, 2021. The Australian Army is progressively increasing research, interaction and evaluation with robotic and autonomous systems technologies to learn, prototype and develop potential capabilities. Being an agile force, Army is adapting the potential for disruptive technology such as robotic and Autonomous Systems and artificial intelligence, both as a force multiplier and to better how to deter and defeat the systems of adversaries.2021-04-25T23:09:27+00:00monthlyhttps://logisticsinwar.com/2021/04/18/sustaining-machines-the-logistics-of-autonomy-in-military-organisations/2021-04-17T23:19:00+00:00monthlyhttps://logisticsinwar.com/2021/04/16/sustaining-machines-logistics-and-autonomous-systems/2021-04-16T10:12:53+00:00monthlyhttps://logisticsinwar.com/2020/06/21/logistics-interoperability-deterrence-and-resilience-why-working-as-allies-matters-now-more-than-ever-2/2020-06-21T01:19:07+00:00monthlyhttps://logisticsinwar.com/2020/06/10/strategic-risks-and-the-vulnerability-of-the-munitions-supply-chain/https://logisticsinwar.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/20200401ran8615597_0022.jpgHMAS Adelaide First of Class Flight TrialsA Royal Australian Navy sailor and an Australian Army Cargo Specialist move pallets of ammunition in preparation for HMAS Adelaide's First of Class Flight Trials off the Queensland coast. *** Local Caption *** HMAS Adelaide is conducting First Of Class Flight Trials (FOCFT) for the MH-60R ‘Romeo’ helicopter off the coast of Queensland. The trials will determine the safe operating limits of the Romeo helicopters on the Landing Helicopter Dock (LHD) in a range of sea states and wind speeds at both day and night. The training is essential and ensures Navy maintains its readiness to conduct Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief operations in support of the Australian public and our neighbours.2020-06-10T09:38:50+00:00monthlyhttps://logisticsinwar.com/2020/05/24/logistics-digital-transformation-and-future-logisticians/https://logisticsinwar.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/20200422raaf8440875_055.jpg20200422raaf8440875_055Royal Australian Air Force Air Movements Operators from No. 23 Squadron load a pallet of humanitarian aid onto a Aircraft Cargo Loader, prior to being loaded onto a No. 36 Squadron C-17A Globemaster III at RAAF Base Amberley. *** Local Caption *** The Australian Defence Force is contributing to the whole-of-Australian government response to the current humanitarian crisis in Fiji as a result of Tropical Cyclone Harold, which impacted Fiji on 6 April 2020. To support the disaster relief efforts of the Government of Fiji, a Royal Australian Air Force C-17A Globemaster III from No. 36 Squadron was loaded with 16 pallets of humanitarian aid at RAAF Base Amberley and airlifted to Nadi, Fiji, on Wednesday 22 April. This follows a previous delivery of humanitarian aid by a C-17A Globemaster III from No. 36 Squadron on Saturday 18 April 2020.2020-05-24T03:03:56+00:00monthlyhttps://logisticsinwar.com/2020/05/08/the-logistics-of-autonomous-systems-the-consequence-of-transformed-logistics/https://logisticsinwar.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/20191031adf8567820_159.jpgArmy Autonomous Systems DemonstrationA Ghost Robotics unmanned ground vehicle supports Australian Army soldiers conduct an enemy position clearance during an autonomous systems showcase at the Majura Training Area, Canberra. *** Local Caption *** Two autonomous Australian Army M113 AS4 armoured vehicles conducted fire and manoeuvre demonstrations alongside crewed vehicles, UAS and ground robots to Department of Defence senior leadership at the Majura Training Area, ACT, on Thursday 31 October 2019. The demonstration showcased the potential for robotic and autonomous systems to enhance Army’s capabilities on operations.https://logisticsinwar.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/20191031adf8567820_011.jpgArmy Autonomous Systems DemonstrationAustralian Army soldier Trooper Chris Jack from B Squadron 3rd/4th Cavalry Regiment, School of Armour, remotely controls an autonomous M113 AS4 optionally crewed combat vehicle (OCCV) at the Majura Training Area, Canberra. *** Local Caption *** Two autonomous Australian Army M113 AS4 armoured vehicles conducted fire and manoeuvre demonstrations alongside crewed vehicles, UAS and ground robots to Department of Defence senior leadership at the Majura Training Area, ACT, on Thursday 31 October 2019. The demonstration showcased the potential for robotic and autonomous systems to enhance Army’s capabilities on operations.2020-05-08T07:01:03+00:00monthlyhttps://logisticsinwar.com/2020/05/02/logistics-and-autonomous-systems-the-promise-of-transformed-logistics/https://logisticsinwar.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/20190711adf8518511_002.jpgExercise Talisman Sabre 2019Corporal Aaron Le Jeune from the 9th Force Support Battalion trials an unmanned ground vehicle during Exercise Talisman Sabre 2019 at Shoalwater Bay Training Area.2020-05-02T04:34:55+00:00monthlyhttps://logisticsinwar.com/2020/03/22/winning-the-war-for-prosperity-the-military-supply-chain-security-and-the-post-pandemic-world/2020-07-05T15:08:23+00:00monthlyhttps://logisticsinwar.com/2020/04/10/how-much-stuff-is-enough/https://logisticsinwar.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/20160526casg0000_7327.jpg20160526casg0000_7327Australian Army unit load ammunition containers in a warehouse ready for delivery to artillery soldiers for the safe transport and storage of projectiles in the field. *** Local Caption *** Defence's Capability Acquisition and Sustainment Group (CASG) together with BAE Systems Australia have delivered an essential ammunition capability to the Australian Defence Force three months ahead of schedule. The unit load ammunition containers (ULAC) are an essential support component of the Australian Army’s 155mm M777A2 howitzer canons. The successful delivery of the ULAC has been greatly beneficial for both the Army and BAE Systems Australia. ULAC are used by artillery soldiers in the field for the safe transport and storage of propellant and projectiles in training and operational environments. The containers were designed and produced in BAE Systems’ South Australian workshop. After initial testing in Adelaide and at Monegeetta some design modifications were required prior to full-scale production. The first batch of containers was accepted in May 2016, with the final batch coming off the assembly line in June 2016, well ahead of the contracted delivery date.2020-04-10T07:51:58+00:00monthlyhttps://logisticsinwar.com/2020/03/08/toilet-paper-and-total-war-the-psychology-of-shortages-and-what-it-means-for-resilience/https://logisticsinwar.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/20200113adf8567820_694.jpgOperation Bushfire Assist 19-20Australian Army CH-47 Chinooks from the 5th Aviation Regiment,return from delivering hay bales to remote bushfire effected farms on Kangaroo Island during OP Bushfire Assist. *** Local Caption *** CH-47 Chinook helicopters from the Australian Army's 5th Aviation Regiment have been helping to quickly pick up and drop off hay to feed livestock at hard to reach properties on Kangaroo Island as part of Operation Bushfire Assist 2019-2020.2020-03-09T15:47:57+00:00monthlyhttps://logisticsinwar.com/2020/03/07/preparing-for-preparedness-how-should-we-begin-2/2020-03-06T22:42:34+00:00monthlyhttps://logisticsinwar.com/2020/03/01/burying-the-hero-how-logistics-and-readiness-changed-war-2/2020-02-29T22:16:00+00:00monthlyhttps://logisticsinwar.com/2020/02/15/book-release-feeding-victory-jobie-turner/https://logisticsinwar.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/turner_book1.jpgTurner_Book12020-02-15T01:49:58+00:00monthlyhttps://logisticsinwar.com/2020/02/09/making-self-reliance-meaningful-preparing-the-military-to-operate-alone/https://logisticsinwar.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/20200110adf8654564_2488.jpg20200110adf8654564_2488HMAS Adelaide off the coast of Eden, NSW as a part of Operation Bushfire Assist. *** Local Caption *** The Australian Defence Force (ADF) has commenced Operation Bushfire Assist 19-20 and has stood up Joint Task Forces in New South Wales and Victoria to enhance Defence support following devastating bushfires in the South East of Australia. ADF member are working side by side with emergency services personnel in the State Disaster Coordination Centre (SDCC) of the NSW Rural Fire Service Headquarters and alongside the Victorian Country Fire Service and Metropolitan Fire Brigades to provide best effect of ADF assets. HMAS Choules, MV Sycamore and Royal Australian Navy MRH-90 helicopters have conducted evacuations of people and animals from the fire-affected Victorian coastal town of Mallacoota. The Canberra Class Landing Helicopter Dock (LHD) HMAS Adelaide has also sailed from Sydney this afternoon to join the bushfire relief efforts and support the evacuation of people from fire-affected communities. The ADF is also providing transport and other assistance such as aviation ground support, logistics, engineering and accommodation support to the firefighting effort.https://logisticsinwar.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/20200127aad0000000_3342.jpg20200127aad0000000_3342A Joint Precision Aerial Delivery System (JPADS) load shortly after landing on a drop zone near Casey Station in Antarctica for Operation Southern Discovery. *** Local Caption *** On 27 January 2020, a No. 36 Squadron C-17A Globemaster transport aircraft and crew used new airdrop technologies to deliver payloads to Casey Station in Antarctica. The delivery included Low-Cost Aerial Delivery System (LCADS), which employs reusable parachutes and rigging that is cheaper than existing aerial delivery equipment; and Joint Precision Aerial Delivery System (JPADS), whereby the payload uses a combination of steerable parachutes and GPS-guidance to achieve high levels of accuracy on a drop zone. The airdrop mission saw the C-17A departing Hobart International Airport for a non-stop 7,000-kilometre round-trip, supporting the Australian Antarctic Division (AAD) as part of Operation Southern Discovery. Airdrop missions to Antarctica would allow Defence to support and resupply AAD expeditions further into Antarctica, especially to areas without a runway. On 27 January 2020, a No. 36 Squadron C-17A Globemaster transport aircraft and crew used new airdrop technologies to deliver payloads to Casey Station in Antarctica. The delivery included Low-Cost Aerial Delivery System (LCADS), which employs reusable parachutes and rigging that is cheaper than existing aerial delivery equipment; and Joint Precision Aerial Delivery System (JPADS), whereby the payload uses a combination of steerable parachutes and GPS-guidance to achieve high levels of accuracy on a drop zone. The airdrop mission saw the C-17A departing Hobart International Airport for a non-stop 7,000-kilometre round-trip, supporting the Australian Antarctic Division (AAD) as part of Operation Southern Discovery. Airdrop missions to Antarctica would allow Defence to support and resupply AAD expeditions further into Antarctica, especially to areas without a runway.2022-11-06T23:43:18+00:00monthlyhttps://logisticsinwar.com/2020/01/30/logistics-interoperability-deterrence-and-resilience-why-working-as-allies-matters-now-more-than-ever/https://logisticsinwar.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/20190715gg8115142_2741.jpgExercise Talisman Sabre 2019His Excellency General the Honourable David Hurley AC DSC (Retd), Governor-General of the Commonwealth of Australia and Her Excellency Mrs Linda Hurley visit sailors, soldiers, airmen and airwomen taking part in Exercise Talisman Sabre 2019 at Shoalwater Bay Training Area on July 15, 2019. *** Local Caption *** His Excellency General the Honourable David Hurley AC DSC (Retd), Governor-General of the Commonwealth of Australia and Her Excellency Mrs Linda Hurley visited sailors, soldiers, airmen and airwomen taking part in Exercise Talisman Sabre 2019 at Shoalwater Bay Training Area on July 15, 2019. Talisman Sabre 2019 (TS19) is a bilateral combined Australian and United States (US) training activity. TS19 is designed to practice our respective military services and associated agencies in planning and conducting Combined and Joint Task Force operations, and improve the combat readiness and interoperability between Australian and US forces. TS19 will be the eighth iteration of the exercise and consists of a Field Training Exercise incorporating force preparation (logistic) activities, amphibious landings, land force manoeuvre, urban operations, air operations, maritime operations and Special Forces activities.2020-01-31T07:53:14+00:00monthlyhttps://logisticsinwar.com/2019/12/07/the-realities-of-logistics-and-strategic-leadership-part-2/2019-12-07T08:45:36+00:00monthlyhttps://logisticsinwar.com/2019/12/02/the-realities-of-logistics-and-strategic-leadership-lessons-from-the-adfs-senior-most-logisticians-part-1/2019-12-02T10:31:39+00:00monthlyhttps://logisticsinwar.com/2019/11/26/the-value-of-a-moment-logistics-and-the-acceleration-of-war-2/2019-11-26T07:44:28+00:00monthlyhttps://logisticsinwar.com/2019/11/22/national-support-now-how-defence-might-prepare-the-national-support-base-for-a-future-war-part-two-2/2019-11-22T07:30:23+00:00monthlyhttps://logisticsinwar.com/2019/11/18/a-new-narrative-for-the-mobilisation-of-a-nation-how-defence-might-prepare-the-national-support-base-for-a-future-war-part-one-2/2019-11-18T08:43:37+00:00monthlyhttps://logisticsinwar.com/2019/11/15/what-we-need-to-be-building-the-defence-logistician-part-two-2/2019-11-15T05:34:40+00:00monthlyhttps://logisticsinwar.com/2019/11/10/how-did-we-get-here-building-the-defence-logistician-part-one-2/2019-11-10T00:51:31+00:00monthlyhttps://logisticsinwar.com/2019/10/18/what-an-operation-twenty-years-ago-can-tell-us-about-preparedness-now-lessons-from-interfet-in-1999/https://logisticsinwar.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/east-timor-streets.jpgInterfet East TimorFile No. V99_319_09.jpg Date Taken: xx xxx 99 Photograph by Corporal Darren Hilder Description: General pictorial of soldiers on patrol in the streets of Dili in East Timor.https://logisticsinwar.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/east-timor-m113.jpgOP ASTUTEM113A1 Armoured Personnel Carriers (APCs) conduct their final patrol in Dili, Timor Leste, as Black Hawks fly overhead. Mid Caption: M113A1 Armored Personnel Carriers (APCs) have a long and proud history in the Australian Army since they were first introduced in 1965. After nearly 45 years of service to the nation, three M113A1’s, one of which saw service in Vietnam, had their last street patrol in East Timor before being cleaned in preparation for shipping back to Australia. Three Black Hawk S70’s, also on operational deployment in East Timor, over-flew the APCs as they turned and headed back to base. “This is a big milestone for the 1st Armored Regiment to see the last M113A1s on an operation,” Troop Leader, LT Nathan Scott said as his APC parked. “The end of forty years of proud history.” Driving LT Scott’s vehicle, Lance Corporal Zachery Williams, who at 21 years of age was born 23 years after the APCs came into service with the Australian Army, praised the simplicity of the M113A1. “Part of the reason the vehicle has been so successful is just its simple design,” LCPL Williams said, speaking from experience as a certified driver, loader and gunner on the Abrams M1A1 AIM tanks. “The M113 is easy to maintain and keep running. “It is also straight forward to upgrade, and there have been many variations of the vehicles since its introduction in the 1960s.” The M113A1s have been an important part of Australia’s mission in East Timor since they were first used to secure the Dili area when INTERFET inserted in 1999. Since 2006 the APCs have been used to carry the Quick Response Force (QRF) that is made up of Australian and New Zealand infantry who are dispatched to deal with any outbreaks of civil unrest in the capital. Driving the QRF has now been taken over by the New Zealand Queen Alexandra Mounted Rifles who will transport the QRF in Pinzgauer armored light operational vehicles. LT Scott said his troop have worked clohttps://logisticsinwar.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/east-timor-hospital.jpgInterfet East TimorFile No. V99_291_03 Date Taken: 16 Dec 1999 Photograph by Mark Dowling Description: Generic shots of hospital in Dilihttps://logisticsinwar.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/east-timor-airfield.jpgAll ClearV9918214 "Operation Stabilise" Pic By:W.GUTHRIE 30 Oct 99... Leading Aircraftman David Turner, 23, (Hometown: Beldon WA) from RAAF RIchmond, is part of the Air Load Team currently operating at Komoro Airport, near Dili, gives the thums up for 'all clear' as aircraft move around the flight-line. the heat from the exhausts of the jets means David has to cover up. More than 30 flights arrived daily in Dili in the first weeks, making the airstrip a busy place for the RAAF component of Interfet.https://logisticsinwar.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/east-time-main.jpgDILI DEVASTATIONV9905921 "OPERATION STABILISE" 29 SEP 99 PIC BY SGT GARY RAMAGE. Australian Army heliciopters conduct a sortie over Dili to reinforce INTERFET's presence and strength. The militia's scorched earth policy continued even after the arrival of INTERFET. The scene of devastation left in the wake of the militia onslaught extended across Dili. It took just ten days to burn the entire city and surrounding homes.2023-02-22T05:57:21+00:00monthlyhttps://logisticsinwar.com/2019/10/04/the-so-what-of-my-experiences-in-east-timor-reflections-on-east-timor-by-a-logistics-unit-commander-part-4/https://logisticsinwar.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/vko0_069_06.jpgInterfetLowering of Intefet flag for the last time at Interfet Headquarters.https://logisticsinwar.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/20190920ran8578298_264.jpg20190920ran8578298_264General Sir Peter John Cosgrove AK, CVO, MC, and His Excellency, President of Timor-Leste Francisco Guterres reveal the 20th Anniversary INTERFET plaque at the Commemoration Ceremony held at the Palacio de Governo, Dili, Timor-Leste. *** Local Caption *** The 20th Anniversary of the Popular Consultation and INTERFET mission is an opportunity to reflect on Timor-LesteÕs remarkable progress as an independent sovereign state since the restoration of independence. In recognition of the 20th Anniversary of Timor- LesteÕs Popular Consultation and the deployment of INTERFET, the Australian Defence Force have sent a small contingent to Timor-Leste. Approximately 60 current serving INTERFET veterans representing the three services are attending commemorative services in an official capacity. Her MajestyÕs Australian Ship Choules and C-130J Hercules from the Royal Australian Air Force are providing logistics support to the Australian Defence Force contingent.2019-10-04T09:03:28+00:00monthlyhttps://logisticsinwar.com/2019/09/25/swinging-into-action-reflections-on-east-timor-by-a-logistics-unit-commander-part-three/https://logisticsinwar.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/v99_327_12.jpgInterfetGeneric image of troops in East Timor.https://logisticsinwar.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/vko_066_35.jpgInterfetHMAS Jervis Bay Leaving East Timor with the last of the Interfet Staff.2019-09-25T10:35:39+00:00monthlyhttps://logisticsinwar.com/2019/09/22/planning-to-sustain-the-force-reflections-on-east-timor-by-a-logistics-unit-commander-part-two/https://logisticsinwar.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/v99357_16.jpg3 CER building a bridge near MalianaINTERFET East Timor 1999 - V99357_16 Date: 21 December 1999 Photographer: Corporal Mark Dowling Description: Engineers from 3 CER (Combat Engineer Regiment), building the "Bailey Bridge" near Maliana.https://logisticsinwar.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/v99_110_08.jpgInterfet East TimorFile No. V99_110_08.jpg Date Taken: 11 Oct 99 Photograph by Sergeant William Guthrie Description: General views of loading landing craft for transportation to HMAS Tobruk.2019-09-21T22:02:30+00:00monthlyhttps://logisticsinwar.com/2019/09/20/reflections-on-east-timor-by-a-logistics-unit-commander-twenty-years-on/https://logisticsinwar.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/v99_327_05.jpgInterfetGeneric image of troops in East Timor.https://logisticsinwar.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/v99_102_35.jpgInterfet East TimorFile No. V99_102_35.jpg Date Taken: 13 Oct 99 Photograph by Sergeant William Guthrie Description: Unloading of HMAS Labuan at Suai beach front.2019-09-20T05:26:50+00:00monthlyhttps://logisticsinwar.com/2019/09/11/planting-the-right-trees-logistics-and-its-role-in-the-phase-zero-campaign/https://logisticsinwar.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/nuship.jpgLaunch of NUSHIP StalwartRoyal Australian Navy Auxilliary ship, NUSHIP Stalwart launches in Ferrol, Spain. *** Local Caption *** The Royal Australian Navy is another step closer to welcoming its new fleet of support tankers into service, following the successful launch of NUSHIP Stalwart at today’s ceremony in Ferrol, Spain. The delivery into service of the Supply class replenishment vessels from next year will provide the Navy with vital afloat logistics support to enable our ships to remain at sea longer. Chief of the Royal Australian Navy, Vice Admiral Michael Noonan AO, RAN said the Supply class AOR vessels will enable Navy to maintain a long-term presence at sea and provide combat support to our frigates, destroyers and combatants wherever they operate in the world. NUSHIPs Stalwart and Supply will replace the current replenishment tankers HMAS Sirius and ex-HMAS Success, which was decommissioned on 29 June 2019.2019-09-15T06:42:34+00:00monthlyhttps://logisticsinwar.com/2019/09/01/committing-to-preparedness-and-the-balance-between-all-of-it-and-just-enough/https://logisticsinwar.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/subs.jpgReturn of HMAS Farncomb to FBWA casing party member casts a heaving line to members of HMAS Stirling Port Sevices as HMAS Farncomb prepares to berth alongside it's home port of Fleet Base West, Western Australia. *** Local Caption *** HMAS Farncomb was welcomed home by members of the Submarine Community as well as family and friends to her home port of Fleet Base West, Western Australia after departing earlier this year. Encompassed in her deployment was a visit to Noumea, New Caledonia, which was a first for a Collins Class submarine and marked thirty years since the last Australian submarine visited the French Territory.https://logisticsinwar.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/48544035936_cfe186d2b1_o.jpgSailors participate in an ordnance transfer with USS Dwight D. Eisenhower.ATLANTIC OCEAN (Aug. 13, 2019) Sailors aboard the aircraft carrier USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74) participate in an ordnance transfer with the aircraft carrier USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69). Ike is underway conducting an ammunition onload in preparation for future operations. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Tony D. Curtis/Released)190813-N-YZ751-01002019-09-05T23:22:15+00:00monthlyhttps://logisticsinwar.com/2019/08/19/preparing-for-preparedness-how-should-we-begin/2019-08-19T03:11:13+00:00monthlyhttps://logisticsinwar.com/2019/07/23/burying-the-hero-how-logistics-and-readiness-changed-war/https://logisticsinwar.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/20190716raaf8194170_0017.jpg20190716raaf8194170_0017United States Air Force Aircraft Refueller Airman First Class Paul Bonham (centre) receives the refuelling hose from Royal Australian Air Force No. 1 Squadron Aircraft Technician Matthew Edwards after he refuelled a F/A-18F Hornet during Exercise Talisman Sabre 19. *** Local Caption *** Personnel from No 23 Squadron Road Movements Section at RAAF Base Amberley refuel up to 60 aircraft a day as part of Exercise Talisman Saber 2019 (Ex TS19). TS19 is a bilateral combined Australian and United States (US) training activity. TS19 is designed to practice our respective military services and associated agencies in planning and conducting Combined and Joint Task Force operations, and improve the combat readiness and interoperability between Australian and US forces. TS19 will be the eigth iteration of the exercise and consists of a Field Training Exercise incorporating force preparation (logistic) activities, amphibious landings, land force manouvre, urban operations, maritime operations and Special Forces ativities.2019-07-24T03:27:55+00:00monthlyhttps://logisticsinwar.com/2019/07/07/the-water-in-the-well-how-much-readiness-is-enough/https://logisticsinwar.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/20180604ran8562953_309.jpgIndo-Pacific Endeavour 2018HMAS Adelaide utilises one her MRH-90 helicopters at sunset to transfer supplies and stores to nearby HMAS Toowoomba, as a means to support and replenish ships at sea. *** Local Caption *** A Joint Task Group of four ships and more than 1,000 personnel from the Australian Defence Force are deployed on Indo-Pacific Endeavour 2018, a series of key engagement activities with Australia’s regional neighbours. Running from May to September, Indo-Pacific Endeavour 2018 is geared towards enhancing interoperability with Australia’s key regional partners, including Fiji, Tonga, Samoa and Vanuatu and the Solomon Islands. Indo-Pacific Endeavour 2018 is the second iteration of the exercise and part of ongoing efforts to re-affirm Australia’s positive relationships with other militaries through joint practical activities. HMAS Adelaide, a Canberra-Class Landing Helicopter Dock, is the centrepiece of the task group, able to project embarked personnel, vehicles and aircraft ashore in support of joint exercises. HMAS Adelaide is joined in the Joint Task Group by HMA Ships Melbourne, Success and Toowoomba. Indo-Pacific Endeavour 2018 also involves personnel from the Australian Army’s 2RAR, the Royal Australian Air Force and Defence Civillians.2019-07-24T03:10:58+00:00monthlyhttps://logisticsinwar.com/2019/06/09/mobilisation-in-the-information-technology-era/https://logisticsinwar.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/20190211ran8538476_286.jpgCOMCEN sim gives sailors edgeRoyal Australian Navy trainees utilise the newly built Communications Centre Simulator at the Defence Force School of Signals - Maritime Wing at HMAS Cerberus. *** Local Caption *** In December 2018, the Defence Force School of Signals - Maritime Wing at HMAS Cerberus received a new communications centre (COMCEN) simulator for use in the training of Communication and Information Systems sailors. The learning system simulator was developed by Australian company CIRRUS and is based on a generic COMCEN in an enhanced frigate. It was designed to mimic the operational environment at sea, using real-life scenarios that may be encountered by communicators embarked on Major Fleet Units, and will prepare trainees better for the rigors of operating at sea. A pilot course will be run in the new simulator in mid-2019. In the future, it will be used to support training and assessment for basic communicators and operator courses through to advanced courses.2019-06-09T05:22:01+00:00monthlyhttps://logisticsinwar.com/2019/06/01/national-support-now-how-defence-might-prepare-the-national-support-base-for-a-future-war-part-two/https://logisticsinwar.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/20190221adf8517951_09.jpgARMY RAIL MOVEAustralian Army heavy vehicles await rail freight to Port Augusta from Darwin, NT. *** Local Caption *** Darwin’s 1st Brigade has supported Army’s largest movement of military equipment across the outback to South Australia by rail freight in many years, 22-24 February 2019. Fifty-eight items, including heavy and armoured vehicles, plant equipment, emergency response equipment and artillery guns were loaded onto 40 flat top wagons for the 2,700km rail-journey south. Over three days, Australian Army 30 Terminal Squadron personnel helped Adelaide-based rail operator Genesee & Wyoming Australia (GWA) assemble and tie-down the equipment. The equipment arrived in Port Augusta on 24 February 2019 before transfer by truck to the Cultana Training Area in support of unit training activities conducted throughout March. From South Australia, some of the equipment will embark HMAS Adelaide for the 2019 Joint Warfighting Series in Shoalwater Bay, near Rockhampton QLD. The remainder will travel the return rail journey back home to Darwin in April.2019-06-01T05:07:10+00:00monthlyhttps://logisticsinwar.com/2019/05/25/a-new-narrative-for-the-mobilisation-of-a-nation-how-defence-might-prepare-the-national-support-base-for-a-future-war-part-one/https://logisticsinwar.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/20170517ran8247532_057.jpgHMAS Adelaide Enters Dry DockHMAS Adelaide rests on blocks within Captain Cook Graving Dock at Fleet Base East, Sydney, after entering dry dock for maintenance. *** Local Caption *** Royal Australian Navy Amphibious ship HMAS Adelaide has entered the Captain Cook Graving Dock at Garden Island in Sydney. The docking will incorporate a range of activities including access to, and a detailed inspection of the propulsion pods, defect rectification and maintenance. Defence is working closely with industry and the original equipment manufacturers while HMA Ships Canberra and Adelaide are in their operational test and evaluation period. This period is where issues are found and addressed to ensure all aspects of the operation of these ships is considered before they reach the Full Operational Capability (FOC).2019-05-24T21:59:01+00:00monthlyhttps://logisticsinwar.com/2019/05/12/far-from-sanctuaries-sustaining-a-fifth-generation-fight-in-the-indo-pacific/https://logisticsinwar.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/20171014adf8115142_061.jpgExercise Northern Shield 2017A RAAF C-130 Hercules departs RAAF Base Townsville as a C-17 is loaded with stores bound for North Queensland during Exercise Northern Shield 2017. *** Local Caption *** Exercise Northern Shield 2017 (NS17) is an Australian Defence Force (ADF) training activity where high-readiness forces deploy quickly to remote locations in Australia in response to a simulated incident. This year, NS17 involves a civilian evacuation scenario from a fictitious state that is based on the North Queensland region. This exercise is designed to enable the Australian Defence Force to practice and participate in supporting an Australian Whole-of-Government response. A wide range of Australian Defence Force capabilities and personnel have been brought together for this short notice exercise to demonstrate Defence’s ability to respond to any contingency in the region and provide an agile, decisive and effective deterrent to any future incidents.2019-05-12T21:46:35+00:00monthlyhttps://logisticsinwar.com/2019/04/27/building-on-bedrock-or-sinking-into-quicksand-a-report-on-sustaining-self-reliance/https://logisticsinwar.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/20190404adf_8443968_195.jpgHeavy Vehicle MaintenanceTracks from an Australian Army M1 Abrams tank unspooled on the floor of Joint Logistics Unit - Victoria’s heavy vehicle maintenance facility in Bandiana. *** Local Caption *** Joint Logistics Unit – Victoria’s Bandiana heavy vehicle maintenance facility conducts repairs and maintenance to Army vehicles such as the Australian Light Armoured Vehicle, M113AS4 Armoured Personnel Carrier and the M777 155mm lightweight towed howitzer. The felicity also conducts maintenance on the Australian Army’s M1 Abrams tank, including the a tank refresh program that inspects engines, upgrades suspension to allow fitment of the Tank Urban Survival Kit, along with changing oils, sealants, hoses and installing minor upgrades. The site features multiple large work bays, smaller component workshops, spray paint booths and a tank test track.2019-04-27T02:07:50+00:00monthlyhttps://logisticsinwar.com/2019/04/19/editorial-continuing-the-discussion-on-sustaining-self-reliance/https://logisticsinwar.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/20190403raaf8144078_001.jpgTake me to the clouds aboveAs the sun sets an F-35A Joint Strike Fighter conducts night operations at RAAF Base Richmond. *** Local Caption *** Two F-35A Joint Strike Fighter aircraft from No. 3 Squadron conducted night flying training at RAAF Base Richmond. The training included circuit training and instrument landing approaches as part of pilot familiarisation.2019-04-18T22:38:07+00:00monthlyhttps://logisticsinwar.com/2019/04/07/5th-generation-energy-for-5th-generation-air-power/https://logisticsinwar.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/fuel.jpgNorth Queensland Flood AssistAviation fuel delivered by Royal Australian Air Force C-17A Globemaster from No. 36 Squadron being loaded on to a truck in Mount Isa. The aviation fuel will then be driven to the Gulf of Carpentaria to assist helicopters to deliver supplies to the flood affected areas. *** Local Caption *** Due to the effects of the unprecedented weather event in northern and western Queensland on producers and their livestock in the region, the Australian Defence Force was asked to provide critical lift support. Using the C-17A Globemaster III, Joint Task Force 646 has delivered around 10,000 litres of aviation fuel to Mt Isa ready for forward distribution to the Shire of Carpentaria. This allowed civilian agencies to deliver fuel to affected communities further north. Joint Task Force 646, based on the Australian Army’s 16th Aviation Brigade, consisting of around 150 Australian Defence Force members are helping farmers in the shires of Richmond, McKinlay, Cloncurry, Finders, Winton and Carpentaria. After close consultation with local councils, Defence refuelling points at Richmond and Julia Creek closed on 15 February 2019 as the transition back to utilising civilian refuelling services for support to farmers and private aviation services was completed.2019-04-07T02:03:07+00:00monthlyhttps://logisticsinwar.com/2019/03/31/delving-into-the-dark-recesses-how-do-we-sustain-self-reliance/https://logisticsinwar.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/20190322adf8567820_073.jpgRide the lightningLightning strikes in the skies surrounding Katherine Showgrounds as Australian Army soldiers from The 5th Battalion, Royal Australian Regiment and Royal Australian Air Force Base Tindal personnel set up emergency shelter tents. *** Local Caption *** The Australian Defence Force is assisting the Northern Territory Government to evacuate remote communities in the path of Tropical Cyclone Trevor. Defence support was requested on Wednesday 20 March by the Northern Territory Government through Emergency Management Australia and close coordination between the agencies continues. A Joint Task Force of around 200 personnel has been established out of the Australian Army’s 1st Brigade in Darwin to coordinate Defence’s response in supporting the emergency evacuations. Three Royal Australian Air Force C-130J Hercules transport aircraft have commenced evacuation operations out of East Arnhem Land. Two aircraft have evacuated people from Groote Eylandt and the third is evacuating people from McArthur River Mine airfield near Borroloola. A fourth aircraft, a C-17A Globemaster, will join the operation at McArthur River Mine airfield later today. It is expected the aircraft will conduct a number of sorties throughout the day to evacuate those community members identified by the Northern Territory Government for emergency evacuation.2019-04-07T09:22:13+00:00monthlyhttps://logisticsinwar.com/2019/01/31/call-for-submissions-selfsustain-and-high-intensity-operations/https://logisticsinwar.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/selfsustain_c17.jpgC-17A GlobemasterRoyal Australian Air Force No. 36 Squadron C-17A Globemaster aircraft on the RAAF Base Amberley flightline. *** Local Caption *** The C-17A Globemaster provides the Air Force with an unprecedented capacity for strategic airlift. It allows Australia to rapidly deploy troops, supplies, combat vehicles, heavy equipment and helicopters anywhere in the world. Based at RAAF Base Amberley, the C-17A aircraft are operated by No. 36 Squadron, and provide a logistics backbone for Australian Defence Force operations overseas.2019-03-02T02:28:06+00:00monthlyhttps://logisticsinwar.com/2019/03/01/start-just-start-pme-and-the-fear-of-writing/https://logisticsinwar.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/20081004raaf8205214_0042.jpgRecovery Crashed Lockheed Hudson A16-126This pen was found at the crash site of RAAF Hudson A16-126. It is engraved with Flying Officer Gibson’s name. Operation Kovi Moses was conducted to search for the remains of the crew of the RAAF Hudson A16-126. On 11 Feb 42, A16-126 was part of a formation of three RAAF Hudson bombers which attacked Japanese shipping at Gasmata harbour, New Britain, Papua New Guinea. Over the target, the RAAF bombers were intercepted by Japanese fighters. A16-126 was listed as “lost by enemy action”. In May 08, Air Force received information indicating that A16-126 had been found in remote jungle. On 28 Jun 08, an Air Force team confirmed that A16-126 had been found in remote jungle inland from Gasmata, New Britain. Air Force has contacted relatives of all four crew members.2019-03-01T10:58:53+00:00monthlyhttps://logisticsinwar.com/2019/02/24/underwriting-preparedness-considering-the-logistics-of-the-future-preparedness-system/https://logisticsinwar.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/welding.jpghttps://logisticsinwar.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/atg-image.jpgAmphibious Task Group: Road to WarDuring Exercise Sea Explorer 18, soldiers from the Ground Combat Element of the Australian Amphibious Force move ashore from LLC and LCM-8 landing craft of the Royal Australian Navy and Australian Army respectively. *** Local Caption *** The Australian Amphibious Force (AAF) is a scalable joint force comprising personnel and equipment from the Royal Australian Navy (RAN) and Australian Army to form a task-organised landing force that can conduct specified exercises or operations. It is commanded by the Commander Amphibious Task Force (CATF) in close cooperation with the Commander Landing Force (CLF) to provide a range of amphibious response options to operational crises and disasters. The amphibious capability is a vital component of Australia's Maritime Defence strategy and represents a significant investment in advancing the ADF's operational capability. HMAS Canberra (LHD) is one of the largest ships ever built for the (RAN), and provides the ADF with one of the most capable and sophisticated air-land-sea amphibious deployment systems in the world. The SEA Series of exercises is where the ADF generates and certifies its joint amphibious forces. These activities occur annually and comprise personnel and equipment from across the ADF and Other Government Agencies. The SEA Series is vital to the continued generation of a high readiness amphibious capability.2019-02-24T04:19:37+00:00monthlyhttps://logisticsinwar.com/2019/02/07/every-logistician-must-write-2/https://logisticsinwar.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/write-and-research-1-768x4339225.jpgwrite-and-research-1-768x433[9225]2019-02-07T05:43:29+00:00monthlyhttps://logisticsinwar.com/2018/12/29/the-liw-articles-you-should-read-a-2018-retrospective/https://logisticsinwar.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/Deck.jpgHMAS ParramattaRoyal Australian Navy sailor Leading Seaman Aviation Technician Aircraft Callum Wirth, washes down the flight deck of HMAS Parramatta as they transit through the Coral Sea. *** Local Caption *** HMAS Parramatta and her crew have trained for and completed a successful Unit Readiness Evaluation. After four weeks of training and assessments HMAS Parramatta have proven their capability as a warship as well as their ability to work together as a team in a maritime environment. The Royal Australian Navy conduct various exercises and scenarios in training to prepare ships and their crew to ensure they are the most capable assets they can be to the Australian Defence Force. HMAS Parramatta is one of eight Anzac Class Frigates built for the Royal Australian Navy.2018-12-29T11:16:57+00:00monthlyhttps://logisticsinwar.com/2018/12/05/where-competition-modernisation-and-capability-meet/https://logisticsinwar.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/uav-repair.jpgOperation APEC 18 AssistAustralian Army soldier Warrant Officer Class Two Troy Gilhooley checks the propeller of a Shadow 200 unmanned aerial vehicle during planned maintenance while in Port Moresby in support of APEC. *** Local Caption *** The Australian Defence Force achieved a significant milestone in November 2018, by flying an unmanned aerial system in civilian-controlled airspace for the first time as part of its overall security support effort to Papua New Guinea for APEC. Papua New Guinea hosted a year-long program of Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) meetings throughout 2018. This program culminated in the Leaders' Summit of Presidents and Prime Ministers from 21 Pacific Rim member economies from 12-18 November 2018. The Australian Defence Force supported a safe, secure and successful APEC in 2018 by providing advisory and other assistance to Papua New Guinea security forces at the request of the Papua New Guinea Government. The Australian Department of Prime Minister and Cabinet was the lead Australian Government agency with support from the Australian Defence Force and the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade. Australia’s continued military engagement with the Papua New Guinea Defence Force, together with broader engagement, reflects the ongoing commitment to supporting regional partners and promoting a secure and prosperous region.2018-12-10T10:50:26+00:00monthlyhttps://logisticsinwar.com/2018/11/08/one-hundred-logisticians-one-bullet-and-designing-the-future-logistics-system/https://logisticsinwar.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/hawkei.jpgLand Trial 02-18A simulated munition explodes next to an Australian Army Protected Mobility Vehicle – Light Hawkei during Land Trial 02-18 at the Townsville Field Training Area in North Queensland. *** Local Caption *** The Australian Army conducted a trial at the Townsville Field Training Area in October 2018. This was the first time the Army had conducted a networked protected mobility trial of this size and scale. During the trial the Army conducted a range of testing and evaluation on the Protected Mobility Vehicle - Light Hawkei, Protected Mobility Vehicle - Medium Bushmaster, Medium Heavy Capability vehicles, a 44 metre Dry Support Bridge, enhanced Night Fighting Equipment, Black Hornet Nano Unmanned Aerial System, Battle Management System and Soldier Combat Ensemble.https://logisticsinwar.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/gun-round.jpgExercise Southern Jackaroo 2016An Australian Army M777 155mm lightweight towed howitzer cannon and a high-explosive projectile await the next fire mission during Exercise Southern Jackaroo 2016 in Shoalwater Bay training area, near Rockhampton in Quensland, on 27 May 2016. *** Local Caption *** Australian Army and United States Army soldiers participated in an ‘all-arms call for fire’ training activity during Exercise Southern Jackaroo 2016 in Shoalwater Bay training area, near Rockhampton in Queensland, on 27 May 2016. An ‘all-arms call for fire’ mission allows Army personnel without an artillery background to call for artillery and mortar fire support. Exercise Southern Jackaroo 2016 is a tri-lateral training activity between the Australian Army, United States Marine Corps, US Army and Japan Ground Self-Defense Force that allows participants to train and share skills. Exercise Southern Jackaroo 2016 has been combined with Exercise Diamond Sprint, which is 7th Brigade’s annual combined-arms training activity. Based at Enoggera in Brisbane, 7th Brigade is a multi-role combat brigade of the Australian Army.2018-11-22T20:53:53+00:00monthlyhttps://logisticsinwar.com/2018/10/14/the-value-of-a-moment-logistics-and-the-acceleration-of-war/https://logisticsinwar.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/20180915ara8523413_029.jpgEX Predator's Run 18Australian Army M1A1 Abrams tanks of B Squadron, 1st Armoured Regiment sits idle before moving with the 7th Battalion, the Royal Australian Regiment-led combined arms team into the first training activity during Exercise Predators Run 2018. *** Local Caption *** The landscape west of Port Augusta became a hive of activity as the 1st Brigade undertook its pinnacle training activity for 2018 - Exercise Predators Run. Held from 3-28 September2018 at the Cultana Field Training Area, South Australia, the exercise required a unit of the 1st Brigade combine to split into multi-discipline combat teams and complete a series of scenario based "lanes" which encompass a wide range of military tasks. These tasks included the march to advance, obstacle crossing, attack, peace support and defensive live fire. More than 2,500 soldiers were involved in the exercise conducted over three weeks.https://logisticsinwar.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/20180618adf8581277_023.jpgExercise Hamel 2018The Shadow 200 unmanned aerial vehicle takes off for a mission at Shoalwater Bay Training Area as part of Exercise Hamel 2018. *** Local Caption *** The Shadow 200 unmanned aerial vehicle in operation during Exercise Hamel on 18 June 2018. 20th Surveillance and Target Acquisition Regiment uses these aircraft in patrolling to capture real-time intelligence for commanders and troops on the ground in different scenarios. The Shadow was one of many unmanned and manned air assets being used by Army, Navy and Air Force at Exercise Hamel. Exercise Hamel 2018 is a major Army exercise designed to evaluate the warfighting skills of a brigade. Brisbane-based 7th Brigade is the focus in 2018, with the excerse located in Shoalwater Bay in Central Queensland. Locations such as Cultana, South Australia, airspace and maritime zones adjacent to Shoalwater Bay, are providing integrated Australian Defence Force training opportunities. Major exercises like Exercise Hamel allow commanders to ensure their units and formations are battle ready, in addition to allowing headquarters to exercise their processes and procedures.https://logisticsinwar.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/20180915ara8523413_024.jpgEX Predator's Run 18An Australian Army HX77 truck from the 1st Combat Service Support Battalion delivers a load of blank ammunition to a 7th Battalion, the Royal Australian Regiment combined arms team in preparation to begin training activities under Exercise Predators Run 2018. *** Local Caption *** The landscape west of Port Augusta became a hive of activity as the 1st Brigade undertook its pinnacle training activity for 2018 - Exercise Predators Run. Held from 3-28 September2018 at the Cultana Field Training Area, South Australia, the exercise required a unit of the 1st Brigade combine to split into multi-discipline combat teams and complete a series of scenario based "lanes" which encompass a wide range of military tasks. These tasks included the march to advance, obstacle crossing, attack, peace support and defensive live fire. More than 2,500 soldiers were involved in the exercise conducted over three weeks.https://logisticsinwar.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/m1a1.jpgExercise Diamond Run 2017An Australian Army M1A1 Abrams Tank from the 2nd/14th Light Horse Regiment (Queensland Mounted Infantry), 7th Combat Brigade fires its main gun during a live fire practice at Shoalwater Bay Training Area as part of Exercise Diamond Run 2017. *** Local Caption *** M1A1 Abrams Tanks from the 2nd/14th Light Horse Regiment (Queensland Mounted Infantry) 7th Combat Brigade conducted a live fire exercise at Shoalwater Bay Training Area as part of Exercise Diamond Run 2017. It's the first time 7th Brigade has employed its newly acquired M1A1 Abrams Tanks on exercise. The incorporation of tanks into 7th Brigade is an important milestone for the Australian Army as it marks the conclusion of Plan Beersheba, a significant restructure of Australia’s three combat brigades. Ex Diamond Run 2017 is a major exercise that evaluates the foundation war fighting skills of the Army’s 7th Brigade.2018-11-05T01:46:33+00:00monthlyhttps://logisticsinwar.com/2018/09/23/logistics-and-the-strangling-of-strategy-2/2018-09-23T03:31:28+00:00monthlyhttps://logisticsinwar.com/2018/09/09/industry-integration-a-new-approach-and-attitude-to-army-logistics/https://logisticsinwar.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/lfca.jpgLand Forces 2018Chief of the Australian Army, Lieutenant General Rick Burr, AO, DSC, MVO, opens the Land Environment Working Group, Adelaide, South Australia. *** Local Caption *** The Land Environment Working Group was held in Adelaide on 3 September 2018 to enhance the exchange of land defence market and technical information. Hosted by the Australian Army's Head of Land Capability, Major General Kathryn Toohey, AM, CSC, it included a series of briefings between senior Defence capability development and procurement officials, Army officers, and key members of the Australian Defence industry.https://logisticsinwar.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/lf18boxer.jpgLand Forces 2018A Rheinmetall Boxer combat reconnaissance vehicle on display during Land Forces 2018 at the Adelaide Convention Centre, South Australia. *** Local Caption *** The Australian Army partnered with Industry Defence and Security Australia Limited to present Land Forces 2018 in Adelaide from 4-6 September 2018. Land Forces is an international industry exposition showcasing equipment, technology and services for the armies of Australia and the Indo-Pacific. The Chief of Army Land Forces Seminar is conducted alongside Land Forces. It is a forum for senior Australian and international military leaders, key stakeholders, and academics to discuss strategic issues relevant to land forces. The theme for the Chief of Army Land Forces Seminar 2018 was ‘The application of Land Power in the Indo-Pacific’.2018-09-09T04:34:30+00:00monthlyhttps://logisticsinwar.com/2018/08/28/the-furthest-the-weakest-how-logistics-creates-national-power/2018-08-28T10:16:26+00:00monthlyhttps://logisticsinwar.com/2018/08/22/is-logistics-the-ultimate-deterrent/https://logisticsinwar.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/20180808raaf8298528_0272-1.jpgExercise Pitch Black 2018A Royal Canadian Air Force CC-130H(T) Hercules provides air-to-air refuelling support to a RAAF F/A-18A Hornet operating in the Northern Territory during Exercise Pitch Black 2018. *** Local Caption *** A Royal Canadian Air Force CC-130H(T) Hercules crew provides air-to-air refuelling support to RAAF aircraft operating in the Northern Territory during Exercise Pitch Black 2018. Exercise Pitch Black is the Royal Australian Air Force’s largest and most complex exercise. Pitch Black 2018 is being conducted at RAAF Bases Darwin and Tindal from 27 July until 18 August. This year’s exercise features up to 4000 personnel and up to 140 aircraft from 15 participating nations. Exercise Pitch Black aims to further develop offensive counter air, air-land integration, and intelligence, reconnaissance and surveillance capabilities, as well as foster international co-operation with partner forces.2018-08-22T13:16:37+00:00monthlyhttps://logisticsinwar.com/2018/03/19/training-the-australian-armys-logistics-officers-a-new-liw-series/https://logisticsinwar.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/logistician.jpgOcean Explorer 2018Australian Army Signalman Emmanuel Opira of the Amphibious Beach Element monitors the radio during amphibious training as part of Exercise Ocean Explorer 2018. *** Local Caption *** Two submarines, 12 ships and embarked aircraft are taking part in one of the largest fleet concentration activities, Exercise OCEAN EXPLORER 2018. OCEAN EXPLORER will be carried out over a three week period off the east coast of Australia, including the Bass Straight, Jervis Bay, Maitland Bay and adjacent sea and air spaces. The exercise - designed to develop maritime warfare skills including the operation of sea control task groups - will feature anti-air and anti-submarine warfare, maritime strike and interdiction, maritime advance force operations and command and control.2018-08-12T06:59:13+00:00monthlyhttps://logisticsinwar.com/2018/08/04/decision-forcing-cases-for-logistics-practicing-logisticians-to-overcome-wicked-problems/https://logisticsinwar.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/usmc-repair.jpgMAGTF-23 Marines conduct a Tank Mechanized Assault Course during ITX 4-18U.S. Marines with 4th Combat Engineer Battalion, 4th Marine Division, prepare their M88A2 Hercules Recovery Vehicle for departure before conducting a Tank Mechanized Assault Course during Integrated Training Exercise 4-18 at Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center Twentynine Palms, Calif., June 15, 2018. ITX 4-18 provides Marine Air Ground Task Force elements an opportunity to undergo a service-level assessment of core competencies that are essential to expeditionary, forward-deployed operations. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Justin A. Bopp/released)2018-08-04T21:47:07+00:00monthlyhttps://logisticsinwar.com/2018/07/27/realising-the-sustainable-joint-land-force/https://logisticsinwar.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/helorepair.jpgExercise Hamel 2018Australian Army soldiers, Craftsman Mitchell Toms Camer (top), Craftsman Oscar Wallis (bottom right), and Corporal Luke O'Donahoo, conduct post-flight maintenance on an MRH-90 helicopter at Shoalwater Bay Training Area during Exercise Hamel 2018. *** Local Caption *** The Australian Army has been involved in aviation since the early 20th century. The Australian Army Aviation Corps currently provides aviation reconnaissance, firepower support, air mobility, battlefield support and surveillance. The Australian Army Aviation Corps also works with other parts of the Australian Defence Force, government agencies and foreign militaries. The Exercise Hamel 2018 Task Group Griffin comprises aircrews, maintainers and helicopters from the 1st and 5th Aviation Regiments, and airfield support from other units in the Australian Army. Task Group Griffin has been taking part in exercise scenarios and transporting soldiers and other participants throughout the exercise area in Shoalwater Bay. Exercise Hamel 2018 is a major Army exercise designed to evaluate the warfighting skills of a brigade. Brisbane-based 7th Brigade is the focus in 2018, with the excerse located in Shoalwater Bay in Central Queensland. Locations such as Cultana, South Australia, airspace and maritime zones adjacent to Shoalwater Bay, are providing integrated Australian Defence Force training opportunities. Major exercises like Exercise Hamel allow commanders to ensure their units and formations are battle ready, in addition to allowing headquarters to exercise their processes and procedures.2018-08-04T20:37:02+00:00monthlyhttps://logisticsinwar.com/2018/07/14/a-logistics-in-war-primer-logistics-and-the-art-of-command-2/2018-07-14T09:42:50+00:00monthlyhttps://logisticsinwar.com/2018/06/22/what-we-need-to-be-building-the-defence-logistician-part-two/2018-06-22T10:15:22+00:00monthlyhttps://logisticsinwar.com/2018/06/20/how-did-we-get-here-building-the-defence-logistician-part-one/https://logisticsinwar.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/transcript-2.jpgExercise Talisman-Sabre 05HMAS Success conducts a replenishment at sea (RAS) refuel with USNS Guadalupe at sunset.https://logisticsinwar.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/transcript1.jpgReconstruction Task Force 3Photo by Corporal Hamish Paterson Caption: A pair of up armoured Mack Trucks carrying earth moving equipment from Reconstruction Task Force Three crosses a road whilst returning from the newly constructed Camp Lyddiard during Operation Ghat Rud. Mid Caption: A new Afghan National Army (ANA) patrol base in Oruzgan Province that was constructed by Reconstruction Task Force Three (RTF-3) has been left with a lasting Aussie connection. The Afghan troops now occupying the base and their Dutch counterparts have agreed that Patrol Base Khyber will now carry the local name of Camp Lyddiard, in honour of Sergeant Michael Lyddiard who was seriously wounded by an Improvised Explosive Device last month. Strategically located near the mouth of the Baluchi Pass in Oruzgan Province, Southern Afghanistan, the patrol base was built by the Australian Reconstruction Task Force (RTF) over five days. The Patrol base is centered in what was formerly a strong Taliban position. Commanding Officer of RTF-3, Lieutenant Colonel (LTCOL) David Wainwright, said that it presented an opportunity to extend the influence of Afghan forces within the area. "A strong Afghan National Army presence will be located there with a Dutch liaison team" he said. *** Local Caption *** Deep Caption: Australia has deployed an ADF Reconstruction Task Force (RTF), consisting of a combined arms team, to the Oruzgan Province in Southern Afghanistan as part of Operation Slipper. The RTF is in partnership with the Netherlands Provincial Reconstruction Team (PRT) and forms part of the NATO- led International Security Assistance Force. The RTF has a clearly defined role to work on reconstruction, improvement of provincial infrastructure and community based projects. The RTF also provides trade training to the local population and military engineering training to the Afghan National Army. This type of assistance is designed to benefit the people of Oruzgan Province well into the future and form building blocks of a stable and prosperous community. The RTF contains around 370 ADF personnel from predominately Queensland based units. It includes elements to provide command, security, engineering, and administrative support and is equipped with Bushmaster Infantry Mobility Vehicles (IMV), Australian Light Armoured Vehicles (ASLAVs) and armoured engineer plant equipment. Australia's contribution to ISAF is an important component of the Australian Government's commitment to assist Afghanistan achieve a stable and secure future.https://logisticsinwar.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/specialist.jpgSpecialisthttps://logisticsinwar.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/slide1.jpgSlide12018-06-20T03:29:38+00:00monthlyhttps://logisticsinwar.com/2018/06/18/the-australian-defence-force-and-industry-support-to-operations-is-it-time-for-a-new-national-support-agenda-2/2018-06-18T06:08:51+00:00monthlyhttps://logisticsinwar.com/2018/06/15/six-strategic-challenges-for-defence-logistics/2018-06-15T07:45:38+00:00monthlyhttps://logisticsinwar.com/2018/06/13/tyranny-of-the-easy-button-finding-balance-between-contract-organic-logistics-2/2018-10-07T22:20:49+00:00monthlyhttps://logisticsinwar.com/2018/06/11/surviving-your-time-as-a-military-logistician-2/https://logisticsinwar.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/warehousestormy.jpg20140313ran8526162_026The replenishment cache is packed with items such as life jackets, blankets and other humanitarian aid items, for the replenishment of the Humanitarian Aid kits from deployed major fleet unit. *** Local Caption *** Joint Logistics Unit-West (JLU-W) is a logistic support unit comprised of personnel from the Royal Australian Navy, Australian Regular Army, Royal Australian Air Force, Australian Public Service and local contractors. JLU-W supports ADF units in and from Western Australia, providing logistics support that is critical to the operations of west based Major Fleet Units, SASR, and the Army Reserve. JLU-W consists of two sites: HMAS Stirling, which has the primary role of Naval Support and Palmer Barracks, supporting Army operations.2018-06-11T04:12:26+00:00monthlyhttps://logisticsinwar.com/2018/06/01/the-strategic-logistician-and-professional-possibility-2/2018-06-01T06:26:31+00:00monthlyhttps://logisticsinwar.com/2018/05/16/the-furthest-the-weakest-how-logistics-and-distance-influence-national-power/https://logisticsinwar.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/c-17s.jpgExercise Northern Shield 2015Royal Australian Air Force C-17 Globemasters at RAAF Base Learmonth during Exercise Northern Shield 2015. *** Local Caption *** Exercise Northern Shield is an Australian Defence Force (ADF) training activity where high-readiness forces are deploying quickly to North Western Australia in response to a simulated security threat. It incorporates force preparation activities, Special Forces activities, land force manoeuvre, air mobile operations and maritime activities and is taking place from mid to late September. This is the first time Exercise Northern Shield is being held and approximately 1000 Army and Air Force personnel are directly participating.2018-05-16T10:04:53+00:00monthlyhttps://logisticsinwar.com/2018/05/13/technology-and-what-lies-beneath-the-full-cost-of-modernisation-2/https://logisticsinwar.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/m1a1.jpgExercise Diamond Run 2017An Australian Army M1A1 Abrams Tank from the 2nd/14th Light Horse Regiment (Queensland Mounted Infantry), 7th Combat Brigade fires its main gun during a live fire practice at Shoalwater Bay Training Area as part of Exercise Diamond Run 2017. *** Local Caption *** M1A1 Abrams Tanks from the 2nd/14th Light Horse Regiment (Queensland Mounted Infantry) 7th Combat Brigade conducted a live fire exercise at Shoalwater Bay Training Area as part of Exercise Diamond Run 2017. It's the first time 7th Brigade has employed its newly acquired M1A1 Abrams Tanks on exercise. The incorporation of tanks into 7th Brigade is an important milestone for the Australian Army as it marks the conclusion of Plan Beersheba, a significant restructure of Australia’s three combat brigades. Ex Diamond Run 2017 is a major exercise that evaluates the foundation war fighting skills of the Army’s 7th Brigade.2018-05-13T11:42:31+00:00monthlyhttps://logisticsinwar.com/2018/05/05/every-logistician-must-write/https://logisticsinwar.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/wp_20160717_13_20_59_pro.jpgWP_20160717_13_20_59_Prohttps://logisticsinwar.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/a05389_bean.jpgA05389_Bean2018-05-05T10:57:23+00:00monthlyhttps://logisticsinwar.com/2018/04/20/choosing-forces-in-a-crisis-logistics-and-the-art-of-strategic-decision-making/2018-04-20T07:12:32+00:00monthlyhttps://logisticsinwar.com/2018/04/13/australian-army-logistics-training-centre-fiction-and-imagery-competition/2018-04-15T07:01:43+00:00monthlyhttps://logisticsinwar.com/2018/04/04/defining-strategic-competition-how-logistics-makes-a-military-credible/https://logisticsinwar.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/aircraft-carrier-repair.jpgUSS Nimitz (CVN 68) Docking180301-N-CC918-1057 PUGET SOUND, Wash. (March 1,2018) Puget Sound Naval Shipyard (PSNS) and Intermediate Maintenance Facility (IMF) personnel bring the aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68) into Drydock 6 at PSNS in Bremerton, Wash. PSNS and IMF personnel will work side by side with ship’s force teams to get the ship back in fighting condition and back to the Fleet. (U.S. Navy photo by Thiep Van Nguyen II/Released)https://logisticsinwar.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/usn-afloat.jpgUSN Afloat2018-04-07T01:26:53+00:00monthlyhttps://logisticsinwar.com/2018/03/23/the-realities-of-logistics-and-strategic-leadership-lessons-from-the-adfs-senior-most-logisticians-2/https://logisticsinwar.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/navyoceanraider.jpg20171207ran8100087_193HMA Ships Canberra, Anzac, Sirius, Parramatta and Melbourne operate together off the Australian East Coast during Exercise Ocean Raider. *** Local Caption *** Exercise Ocean Raider is one of the Royal Australian Navy's largest maritime warfare activities Ocean Raider 2017 involved warships, submarines, aircraft and more than 1500 personnel from around Australia in a two week program of activities. The Ocean series of exercises is designed to train and certify the fleet in task group level joint sea combat.2018-03-25T09:36:30+00:00monthlyhttps://logisticsinwar.com/2018/03/11/liw-editorial-taking-the-national-support-base-beyond-the-nation/https://logisticsinwar.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/2jsf.jpgFirst Squadron of F-35 Joint Strike Fighters ready for operationsAustralian F-35A flying out of Luke Air Force Base, USA (credit Lockheed Martin) The first squadron of ten F-35B Joint Strike Fighters (JSF) are operational after the United States Marine Corps (USMC) declared Initial Operating Capability (IOC) on 31 July 2015. RAAF personnel working with JSF will be tapped into an international support network and will have the opportunity to work alongside Defence industry to sustain the JSF fleet. Australia is scheduled to achieve IOC for its first Squadron of F-35s to be based at Williamtown in 2020.2018-03-11T23:59:02+00:00monthlyhttps://logisticsinwar.com/2018/03/08/have-a-spare-30-minutes/2018-03-22T08:40:32+00:00monthlyhttps://logisticsinwar.com/2017/01/27/20-30-minutes-reading-logistics-seriously/https://logisticsinwar.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/p3cboring.jpgExercise Bersama Lima 2016The cockpit view of a Royal Australian Air Force AP-3C Orion from 11 Squadron as it flies over Malaysia during Exercise Bersama Lima on 15 October 2016. *** Local Caption *** Approximately 400 ADF personnel, from Navy, Army and Air Force, will participate in Exercise Bersama Lima 2016 (Ex BL 16), a Five Power Defence Arrangements combined joint exercise being held in Malaysia, Singapore and the South China Sea over the period 04 – 21 October 2016. Ex BL16 incorporates integration training, air, land and maritime field training exercises, live fire serials and staff officer training including a command post exercise. The exercise aims to enhance interoperability between the armed forces of Australia, Malaysia, New Zealand, Singapore, and the United Kingdom by extending the knowledge of each other’s tactics and operational staff procedures.https://logisticsinwar.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/reading-trenches-wwi.jpgreading-trenches-wwi2018-03-08T10:04:54+00:00monthlyhttps://logisticsinwar.com/2018/03/03/the-fight-for-logistics-and-survival-in-highintensitywar/https://logisticsinwar.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/kc30fa18.jpgOperation OKRAA RAAF KC30 refuels an F/A18 on Operation Okra, above Iraq. Photo by Department of Defence.https://logisticsinwar.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/f35kc30.jpgRoyal Air-to-air refuelling trials between KC-30A Multi-Role Tanker Transport and F-35A Joint Strike FighterA United States Air Force F-35A Joint Strike Fighter flies in formation with a Royal Australian Air Force KC-30A Multi-Role Tanker Transport during boom refuelling trials in the United States. The F-35A is equipped with symmetrical external stores for this trial. *** Local Caption *** A Royal Australia Air Force KC-30A Multi-Role Tanker Transport has completed successful refuelling trials with the F-35A Lightning II, better known as the Joint Strike Fighter (JSF). Operating from Edwards Air Force Base in the California desert, the RAAF KC-30A flew 12 sorties with a United States Air Force F-35A from 23 September to 26 October. Using the 18-metre-long Advanced Refuelling Boom System (ARBS) mounted on the tail of the KC-30A, the RAAF crew made a total of 479 ‘dry’ and 24 ‘wet’ contacts with the refuelling receptacle on the F-35A, and transferred more than 95 tonnes of fuel over the course of the trial. These flights will enable RAAF KC-30As to refuel Australian and foreign F-35As alike. Air-to-air refuelling is an important ‘force multiplier’ for the F-35A fleet, considerably boosting the aircraft's range and endurance, or allowing them to carry bigger payloads. A single KC-30A can carry a fuel load of more than 100 tonnes and remain 1800 kilometres from its home base with 50 tonnes of fuel available for offload, for four hours. Throughout the trials at Edwards Air Force Base, the KC-30A was operated by personnel from No. 33 Squadron. A flight test team from the RAAF’s Aircraft Research and Development Unit, supported by flight test instrumentation engineers from the Aerospace Systems Engineering Squadron, was integrated within the USAF Test Centre to work on a dynamic test program. Imagery provided by Lockheed Martin.2018-03-04T04:19:33+00:00monthlyhttps://logisticsinwar.com/2018/02/26/covetalk-logistics-army-and-the-future-of-war/https://logisticsinwar.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/covetalk.jpgExercise Northern Shield 2016An Australian Army Bushmaster protected mobility vehicle on patrol at Ellendale Mine near Derby, Western Australia, during Exercise Northern Shield 2016. *** Local Caption *** Exercise Northern Shield 2016 (NS16) is an Australian Defence Force (ADF) training activity where high-readiness forces deploy quickly to remote locations in Australia in response to a simulated security threat. The exercise will see members of the Navy, Army and Air Force rapidly deploy to counter a fictitious force posing a threat to Australia’s national security in the Kimberley region in North Western Australia. The exercise incorporates force preparation activities, land force manoeuvre, air mobile operations and maritime activities. Exercise Northern Shield 2016 demonstrates the ADF’s capacity to project forces in Northern Australia should the need arise to protect the population, resources and infrastructure. Northern Shield 2016 is designed to ensure state and federal authorities, industry and the ADF, can work in a combined environment to respond to any contingency in the region and provide an agile, decisive and effective deterrent to any future challenges. Over 1000 sailors, soldiers Airmen and Airwomen will participate in the exercise.2018-02-26T10:40:33+00:00monthlyhttps://logisticsinwar.com/2018/02/22/a-logistics-in-war-primer-logistics-and-the-art-of-command/https://logisticsinwar.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/20170908ran8572877_02.jpg20170908ran8572877_02HMAS Sirius Commanding Officer, Commander Michael Oborn in action during the commencement of HMAS Adelaide's first replenishment at sea with HMAS Sirius. *** Local Caption *** HMAS Sirius and HMAS Adelaide are deployed as part of the Australian Defence Force (ADF) Joint Task Group, Indo-Pacific Endeavour 2017. Running from 4 September to 26 November, Indo-Pacific Endeavour will focus on enhancing military cooperation with some of Australia’s key regional partners including Indonesia, Japan, India, Malaysia, Singapore, the Republic of Korea, the Philippines, Brunei, Timor-Leste, Thailand, Cambodia and the Federated States of Micronesia. The deployment is part of ongoing efforts to enhance and develop strong positive relations with regional militaries through both dialogue and practical activities. The Joint Task Group will demonstrate the ADF’s ability to operate across the full spectrum of military operations, from high-end military capabilities such as anti-submarine warfare to humanitarian assistance and disaster relief. Indo-Pacific Endeavour will also involve service personnel from the Australian Army and Royal Australian Air Force and Defence civilians, ADF helicopters and fixed wing aircraft.2018-02-22T10:41:33+00:00monthlyhttps://logisticsinwar.com/2017/11/13/the-realities-of-logistics-and-strategic-leadership-lessons-from-the-adfs-senior-most-logisticians/https://logisticsinwar.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/20160417ran8504132_181.jpgSouth East Asia Deployment 2016Midshipman Andrew Davis reports a call range with a laser range finder on the right bridge wing of HMAS Anzac whilst deployed in South East Asia. *** Local Caption *** HMAS Anzac and her crew of 191 personnel are deployed to South-East Asia to participate in a number of exercises and activities including Exercise Komodo, Bersama Shield and Indonesian Fleet Review. HMAS Anzac is the first in class of the Anzac Class frigate and is capable of operating in a multi-threat environment. Anzac is fitted with an advance package of air surveillance radars, hull mounted sonar and electronic support systems that interface with state-of-the-art Evolved Sea Sparrow Missiles and Ship Launched Torpedoes. The ship can embark a multi-role Seahawk helicopter to enhance anti-submarine, anti-surface warfare and Search and Rescue capabilities. Embarkation of a helicopter also provides the ship with the capability to deliver air-launches torpedoes. In 2014, Anzac was the third Anzac Class Frigate to complete the Anti-Ship Missile Defence upgrade program, which also provides an enhanced sensor and weapons systems capability. The upgrade showcases Australian design and integration capability, with new Phased Array Radar technology designed by CEA Technologies in Canberra, upgrades to combat systems performed by Saab Systems in South Australia, and platform integration design by BAE Systems in Victoria.2018-02-21T09:31:00+00:00monthlyhttps://logisticsinwar.com/2018/02/11/hoping-and-planning-for-the-best-understanding-war-without-logistics/2018-02-11T13:59:57+00:00monthlyhttps://logisticsinwar.com/2018/01/19/transforming-australian-army-logistics-to-support-the-joint-land-force/https://logisticsinwar.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/beaumont-image-for-publication.jpgBeaumont image for publicationPhotographer: Corporal Rob Nyffenegger Caption: The last Australian convoy leaves Camp Smitty on its way to Camp Terendak, Ali Airbase, Tallil. An Australian Light Armoured Vehicle can be seen providing security in the background (left). Last views of Camp Smitty as Al Muthanna Task Group 3, now known as Battle Group West (BGW) leave Camp Smitty and begin their new role in Iraq, based out of Camp Terendak at Tallil. Deep Caption: Operation Catalyst is the Australian Defence Force's (ADF's) contribution to the rehabilitation and reconstruction of Iraq. Operation Catalyst commenced on 16 July 2003 following on from Operation Falconer. Working with the Interim Iraqi Government, the ADF continues to contribute to Multinational Force efforts to develop a secure and stable environment in Iraq and assist national recovery programs. Operation Catalyst currently comprises approximately 1400 Australian Defence Force personnel. Operation Catalyst runs concurrently with Operation Slipper, Australia’s contrib2018-02-02T08:40:42+00:00monthlyhttps://logisticsinwar.com/2018/01/31/reforming-logistics-training-themes-challenges-and-the-quest-for-the-ideal/https://logisticsinwar.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/20180101adf8160650_053.jpgOperation OKRAAustralian Army Private Daniel Harmer operates a Hawkei Protected Mobility Vehicle – Light at the Taji Military Complex, Iraq. *** Local Caption *** The Hawkei Protected Mobility Vehicle – Light (PMV-L) has arrived at Taji Military Complex in Iraq, ready to trial in an operational environment as part of the Capability Acquisition and Sustainment Group’s Land 121 project. The trials will be conducted by Task Group TAJI, a component of the Australian Defence Force’s Operation OKRA. Task Group TAJI will test the deployment, sustainment and re-deployment of both the two- and four-door variant in an operational environment. The trial will run until mid-2018.2018-02-01T06:41:13+00:00monthlyhttps://logisticsinwar.com/2017/12/03/burning-incense-at-a-new-altar-a-year-of-logistics-in-war/https://logisticsinwar.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/afgh_convoy.jpgOPERATION SLIPPER - CTU20101102adf8115142_081.JPG Photographer: LS Paul Berry Caption: A re-supply convoy winds its way through the "Dasht" or desert regions of Uruzgan province in southern Afghanistan. Mid caption: Soldiers of the Logistical Support Company (LSC), Mentoring Task Force 2 (MTF-2), conduct road supply convoys to soldiers throughout Uruzgan Province, southern Afghanistan. The convoys not only bring supplies, but they also have trade specialists like plumbers and electricians to conduct repairs and inspections on equipment. They service bases occupied by MTF-2 Soldiers, who are deployed to Afghanistan to partner and mentor the Afghan National Army (ANA), with a special supply convoy called the "Shojo".2018-01-15T09:29:30+00:00monthlyhttps://logisticsinwar.com/2017/12/27/the-six-most-popular-logistics-in-war-posts-of-2017/2017-12-27T05:35:36+00:00monthlyhttps://logisticsinwar.com/about/posts/2017-12-25T23:27:58+00:00weekly0.6https://logisticsinwar.com/2017/01/16/about-logistics-in-war/2017-11-28T10:43:32+00:00monthlyhttps://logisticsinwar.com/2017/10/30/the-future-of-strategic-mobility-by-air-reconciling-expectations-with-the-capacity-to-deliver/https://logisticsinwar.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/c17-airborne-usaf.jpgC17 Airborne USAF2015, Nov. 04. US Paratroopers jump off during Trident Juncture 2015 live demonstration at San Gregorio training area, Spain. (NATO Photo by NIC Edouard Bocquet)2017-10-30T04:18:31+00:00monthlyhttps://logisticsinwar.com/2017/10/22/the-australian-defence-force-and-industry-support-to-operations-is-it-time-for-a-new-national-support-agenda/https://logisticsinwar.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/l400-air-portability-trials.jpgLand 400 Phase 2The BAE Systems Australia Patria AMV35 and the Rheinmetall Boxer CRV at Defence Establishment Fairbairn as part of The Army’s Land 400 Phase 2 project in Canberra for air transportability trials *** Local Caption *** Project LAND 400 Phase 2 will acquire 225 Combat Reconnaissance Vehicles (CRV) to replace the Australian Light Armoured Vehicle (ASLAV). The Phase 2 fleet will include seven variants. On 28 July 2016, Defence announced that BAE Systems Australia and Rheinmetall had been short-listed to participate in the Risk Mitigation Activity, which includes a 12-month test and evaluation activity, to significantly lower risk to both the Commonwealth and industry in the acquisition and through-life support of these vehicles. On 22 June 2017, both contenders for LAND 400 Phase 2 were in Canberra, at Defence Establishment Fairbairn, to undertake air transportability trials with the RAAF’s C-17 Globemaster III aircraft. The air transportability trials form part of the project’s Risk Mitigation Activity and both vehicles passed their test and met all the objectives of the trial.https://logisticsinwar.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/ship-upgrade.jpg20160913ran8095516_391HMAS Toowoomba undocking at Henderson BAE Dockyard after the completion of it's Anti-Ship Missile Defence (ASMD) Upgrade. *** Local Caption *** HMAS Toowoomba, the second to last ANZAC Class FFH to undergo the Anti-Ship Missile Defence (ASMD) Upgrade at Henderson, W.A. is prepared for undocking, with HMAS Stuart, as the final ship in the programme behind form an impressive backdrop to Team ASMD - comprising members of the RAN, Australian Public Service, Capability Acquisition and Sustainment Group (CASG) - ANZAC Systems Project Office (SPO) BAE Systems, Saab Systems, CEA Technologies, Penske Power Systems and a multitude of sub-contractors, demonstrating the scale and level of collaboration required to deliver upgraded capability to the Fleet.2017-10-25T01:30:11+00:00monthlyhttps://logisticsinwar.com/2017/09/17/liw-editorial-strategy-bridge-reconsidering-rear-area-security/2017-10-23T22:35:14+00:00monthlyhttps://logisticsinwar.com/2017/10/17/underpinning-asymmetric-advantage-usaf-airlift-when-strategic-mobility-is-at-risk/https://logisticsinwar.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/usaf-c172.jpgUSAF C172https://logisticsinwar.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/usaf-c17.jpgUSAF C172020-02-16T06:21:09+00:00monthlyhttps://logisticsinwar.com/2017/10/02/a-logistics-in-war-primer-how-we-make-a-sustainable-and-balanced-military-force/https://logisticsinwar.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/stryker-2.jpgStryker 2https://logisticsinwar.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/img_6411.jpgExercise Talisman Saber 2017Marines from the United States Marine Corps 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit (31st MEU) prepare to move inland from a beach in Central Queensland during a major amphibious landing activity conducted as part of Exercise Talisman Saber on 19 July 2017. *** Local Caption *** More than 500 US Marines and Australian soldiers were landed ashore at Freshwater Beach in Central Queensland on Wednesday, 19 July 2017 during amphibious assault landings conducted as part of Exercise Talisman Saber 2017. The troops were landed via a multitude of means, including landing craft and vertical airlift from the amphibious ships of the United States Navy’s Bonhomme Richard Expeditionary Strike Group. Forces landed on the beach included personnel from Battalion Landing Team, 3rd Battalion, 5th Marines of the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) and soldiers from 2nd Battalion, The Royal Australian Regiment. The Talisman Saber series of exercises is the principal Australian and United States Military Training activity focused on the planning and conduct of mid-intensity ‘high end’ war fighting. Exercise Talisman Saber is the largest combined, joint military exercise undertaken by the Australian Defence Force (ADF) and provides invaluable experience to ADF personnel to improve combat training, readiness and interoperability, exposing participants to a wide spectrum of military capabilities and training experiences. Exercise Talisman Saber is being conducted for the seventh time in 2017 and involves more than 30,000 US and Australian participants operating in the maritime, land and air environments.2017-10-15T02:45:12+00:00monthlyhttps://logisticsinwar.com/2017/09/29/logistics-and-the-strangling-of-strategy-from-the-liwarchives/2017-09-29T07:18:17+00:00monthlyhttps://logisticsinwar.com/2017/09/25/six-strategic-challenges-fourth-generation-warfare-and-fifth-generation-equipment/2017-09-25T06:03:54+00:00monthlyhttps://logisticsinwar.com/2017/09/21/six-strategic-challenges-global-logistics-integration-and-the-state-of-professional-discourse/https://logisticsinwar.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/fa18sh-over-mosul.jpgFA18SH over Mosulhttps://logisticsinwar.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/pmv-c17.jpgPMV C172017-09-21T11:40:16+00:00monthlyhttps://logisticsinwar.com/2017/09/19/strategic-challenges-for-defence-logistics-part-one/https://logisticsinwar.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/20170726adf000000_002.jpg20170726adf000000_002“The third Australian F-35A Joint Strike Fighter has received its Australian made vertical tail as it nears production completion. Victorian based company Marand is an Australian industry leader in the global F-35 program with an exceptionally strong performance record to date, one of which is the manufacture of vertical tails. Three of Australia’s full time staff based at the Lockheed Martin F-35 production facility at Fort Worth, Texas, took the opportunity to view Australia’s third F-35A (AU 003) currently on the production line, the first Australian F-35A to receive an Australian-made tail. Australia’s first two F-35A aircraft are currently operating at the international F-35A Pilot Training Centre at Luke Air Force Base Arizona. Australia’s next eight F-35A are in various stages of production at Lockheed Martin’s production facility in Fort Worth, Texas.” *** Local Caption *** Three of Australia’s full time staff based at the Lockheed Martin F-35 production facility at Fort Worth, Texas, took the opportunity to view AU-003, the first Australian F-35A to receive an Australian-made tail. Squadron Leader Danny Teepe, F-35A Logistics Coordination USA; Squadron Leader Ben Abrahams, Australian Service Representative F-35 Lightning II Support Team; and Flight Lieutenant Michael Nimmo, F-35 Lightning Support Team Australian Service Representative admire the Australian-made tail on AU-003 – Australia’s third F-35A currently on the production line at Lockheed Martin’s Production Facility at Fort Worth, Texas.2017-09-18T23:42:53+00:00monthlyhttps://logisticsinwar.com/2017/09/16/commercial-acumen-in-the-training-of-the-adfs-logisticians/2017-09-15T22:28:11+00:00monthlyhttps://logisticsinwar.com/2017/09/11/the-strategic-logistician-and-professional-possibility/https://logisticsinwar.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/rocket.jpg20160300unk0000000_010Launch of rocket to test hypersonic speed at more than five times the speed of sound, Woomera, May 2016. *** Local Caption *** Minister for Defence Industry the Hon Christopher Pyne MP officially launched the next generation technologies fund on March 16, 2017 at the University of Adelaide. The $730 million fund is a ten year program managed by Defence Science and Technology Group encouraging research and development by Australian Industry and Academia into innovation and cutting edge technologies for the Australian Defence Force.2017-09-12T12:46:08+00:00monthlyhttps://logisticsinwar.com/2017/09/02/future-logistician-framing-a-new-approach-2/https://logisticsinwar.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/mulhall-cjtf636.jpgFeatured Image -- 30842023-05-28T01:29:47+00:00monthlyhttps://logisticsinwar.com/2017/08/31/liw-editorial-ssi-strategy-bridge-and-the-quartermasters-claim-on-history/https://logisticsinwar.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/raaf-c-17.jpgSpecial Forces Task Group - AfghanistanA United States Air Force (USAF) C17 Globemaster landing at a Forward Operating Base (FOB) in Afghanistan. Deep Caption The Australian Special Forces Task Group (SFTG) is deployed to Afghanistan on Operation Slipper to conduct special operations in support of US-led Coalition security and reconstruction efforts in the country. Australian special forces professionalism and the experience that they have built up working with other countries over many years is valued by coalition partners involved in the operation. The deployment of the SFTG has also been welcomed by the government of Afghanistan. The Australian commitment to Afghanistan is an important and valued contribution to coalition forces’ efforts to bring improved security and stability to Afghanistan. The SFTG deployment is, additionally, an important part of Australia’s involvement with the international community to combat international terrorism.2017-08-31T11:02:50+00:00monthlyhttps://logisticsinwar.com/2017/08/25/joint-logistics-by-design-is-it-time-for-a-permanent-joint-logistics-formation/2017-08-25T06:30:34+00:00monthlyhttps://logisticsinwar.com/2017/08/21/the-trust-deficit-why-do-we-expect-logistics-to-fail-us-2/https://logisticsinwar.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/image-1.jpgImage 1https://logisticsinwar.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/image-3-pack-change.jpgFeatured Image -- 2932https://logisticsinwar.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/ammo-distribution.jpgAmmo distribution2017-08-21T10:26:24+00:00monthlyhttps://logisticsinwar.com/2017/08/18/hustons-sixteen-principles-assessing-operational-performance-during-op-desert-storm/https://logisticsinwar.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/featured-image.jpgFeatured Image2017-08-17T19:23:43+00:00monthlyhttps://logisticsinwar.com/2017/08/15/problems-with-preparedness-why-we-always-seem-logistically-unprepared-for-war/https://logisticsinwar.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/us-soldiers.jpgUS Soldiers2017-08-15T22:16:09+00:00monthlyhttps://logisticsinwar.com/2017/08/07/speed-distance-and-adaptive-distribution-the-rise-of-the-logistics-uav/https://logisticsinwar.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/picatinny.jpgPicatinnyhttps://logisticsinwar.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/ares.jpgAREShttps://logisticsinwar.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/a160-hummingbird.jpgA160 Hummingbirdhttps://logisticsinwar.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/kmax-uav.jpgKMAX UAVhttps://logisticsinwar.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/ups-drone-fig-1.jpgUPS Drone Fig 12017-08-07T12:40:36+00:00monthlyhttps://logisticsinwar.com/2017/07/31/cunctator-part-three-the-war-feeds-itself-civil-logistics-and-modern-age-siege-warfare/https://logisticsinwar.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/cunctator-image.jpgCunctator Image2017-07-31T06:46:29+00:00monthlyhttps://logisticsinwar.com/2017/07/28/while-you-were-on-exercise-articles-you-may-have-missed/https://logisticsinwar.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/170720-z-nu746-0070.jpgExercise Talisman Saber 2017Units reconstitute at the end of Exercise Talisman Saber to account for personnel and prepare for recovery at the end of the exercise. A recovery involves cleaning equipment, checking for broken or missing items and ensuring vehicles, equipment and personnel are postured for their next task. (U.S. Army National Guard photo by Sgt. Jodi Eastham) *** Local Caption *** The Talisman Saber series of exercises is the principal Australian and United States Military Training activity focused on the planning and conduct of mid-intensity ‘high end’ war fighting. Exercise Talisman Saber is the largest combined, joint military exercise undertaken by the Australian Defence Force (ADF) and provides invaluable experience to ADF personnel to improve combat training, readiness and interoperability, exposing participants to a wide spectrum of military capabilities and training experiences. The biennial exercise was conducted for the seventh time in 2017, involving more than 30,000 US and Australian participants, operating in the maritime, land and air environments.2017-07-28T08:04:18+00:00monthlyhttps://logisticsinwar.com/2017/07/25/technology-and-what-lies-beneath-the-full-cost-of-modernisation/https://logisticsinwar.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/feature-image.jpgFeature Image2017-07-27T05:15:08+00:00monthlyhttps://logisticsinwar.com/2017/07/21/intellectual-irrelevance-and-the-ownership-of-military-logistics-2/2018-11-21T14:35:16+00:00monthlyhttps://logisticsinwar.com/2017/03/06/intellectual-irrelevance-and-the-ownership-of-military-logistics/https://logisticsinwar.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/isb-ts17.jpgExercise Talisman Saber 2017https://logisticsinwar.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/ww2-ammunition-stockpile.jpgww2-ammunition-stockpile2017-07-21T11:49:18+00:00monthlyhttps://logisticsinwar.com/2017/07/17/tyranny-of-the-easy-button-finding-balance-between-contract-organic-logistics/https://logisticsinwar.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/header-image.jpgHeader Imagehttps://logisticsinwar.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/midway-image.jpgMidway Image2018-11-16T06:38:40+00:00monthlyhttps://logisticsinwar.com/2017/07/16/call-for-authors-exercising-joint-logistics-and-the-strategic-level-of-war/https://logisticsinwar.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/landing-2.jpgExercise Talisman Saber 20172017-07-16T06:23:47+00:00monthlyhttps://logisticsinwar.com/2017/07/03/the-roots-of-readiness-the-six-logistics-factors-shaping-strategic-choice/https://logisticsinwar.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/1st-cavalry-division_tank-assault.jpg1st Cavalry Division_Tank Assaulthttps://logisticsinwar.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/mv-22-ex-ts17.jpgMV-22 EX TS172025-06-25T07:29:09+00:00monthlyhttps://logisticsinwar.com/2017/06/27/organising-logistics-for-multi-domain-battle-making-a-complex-problem-even-more-complex/https://logisticsinwar.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/image-2.jpgImage 2https://logisticsinwar.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/feature-image-1.jpgFeature Image 12017-06-28T17:28:17+00:00monthlyhttps://logisticsinwar.com/2017/01/31/fighting-in-the-void-combat-operations-in-the-logistic-vacuum/https://logisticsinwar.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/5167896300_812afc2a56_z.jpgEX Hamel culminates in a live-fire brigade attackArmy Black Hawks provide air mobility for Battle Group Kapyong (Third Battalion Royal Australian Regiment) during Exercise Hamel at the Townsville Field Training Area. Exercise Hamel was held at defence training areas in Northern Queensland, mainly the Townsville Field Training Area from October 10 to November 5. Hamel was the first for the newly created Forces Command which comprises about 87 per cent of the Australian Army and involved more than 6000 Australian personnel from Army, Navy and Air Force. Personnel and units from across Australia and contingents from the United States Marines and the New Zealand Army deployed to Townsville for Exercise Hamel 2010. The exercise culminated in a live-fire brigade attack which involved engineers, infantry, artillery, armour and aviation assets with logistic support.https://logisticsinwar.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/28127415474_9850a14c95_z.jpg28127415474_9850a14c95_zhttps://logisticsinwar.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/28776720755_746335aa8a_z.jpg28776720755_746335aa8a_z2017-06-24T21:53:02+00:00monthlyhttps://logisticsinwar.com/2017/01/24/operations-warden-enduring-and-iraqi-freedom-deployment-and-employment-in-a-logistics-vacuum/https://logisticsinwar.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/logisticsmovemar212003.jpgUS military convoyA long US military convoy is seen moving inside an unspecified area of southern Iraq 21 March 2003. US and British invasion forces were poised to capture the key Iraqi city of Basra as they swept through southern Iraq on day two of the war to topple President Saddam Hussein, taking several hundred soldiers prisoner. (Romeo Gacad/Getty Images)2017-06-18T06:43:22+00:00monthlyhttps://logisticsinwar.com/2017/06/16/cunctator-part-2-siege-warfare-and-the-logistics-of-resistance-lessons-from-croatia-and-iraq/https://logisticsinwar.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/2436127455_07a93e4dc1_z.jpg2436127455_07a93e4dc1_zhttps://logisticsinwar.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/essential-services-categories.jpgEssential Services Categorieshttps://logisticsinwar.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/map-2.jpgMap (2)2017-06-16T05:01:30+00:00monthlyhttps://logisticsinwar.com/2017/06/11/lessons-in-logistic-transformation-and-the-a-new-agenda-for-change/2017-06-11T12:35:48+00:00monthlyhttps://logisticsinwar.com/2017/06/05/transforming-the-australian-armys-logistics-a-new-expedition-and-new-expectations/https://logisticsinwar.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/4-meao.jpgOperation Catalyst2017-06-05T12:00:31+00:00monthlyhttps://logisticsinwar.com/2017/06/03/transforming-the-australian-armys-logistics-sustaining-interfet/2017-06-04T01:33:53+00:00monthlyhttps://logisticsinwar.com/2017/05/30/cunctator-logistics-hostile-environments-and-war-in-cities/https://logisticsinwar.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/idf_urban.jpgIDF_Urban2017-05-30T04:05:31+00:00monthlyhttps://logisticsinwar.com/2017/05/28/transforming-the-australian-armys-logistics-defending-australia-in-the-1980s-and-1990s/https://logisticsinwar.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/msuk95165-04-log-convoy-k95.jpgEx Kangaroo '95.MSU Convoy during Ex Kangaroo '95. photo by PO Chris Woods.https://logisticsinwar.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/msu93_072_26-op-solace.jpgOperation SolaceMSU93_072_26 Date Taken: 30 jun 1993 Photographer: Warrant Officer 2 Terry Dex Description: Soldiers from A Coy 1 RAR carry out a vehicle patrol through Buur Hakaba APC are being driven from soldiers from 3/4 Cavalry.2017-05-28T11:05:21+00:00monthlyhttps://logisticsinwar.com/2017/05/25/transforming-the-australian-armys-logistics/https://logisticsinwar.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/talil-convoy.jpgOperation CatalystPhotographer: Corporal Rob Nyffenegger Caption: The last Australian convoy leaves Camp Smitty on its way to Camp Terendak, Ali Airbase, Tallil. An Australian Light Armoured Vehicle can be seen providing security in the background (left). Last views of Camp Smitty as Al Muthanna Task Group 3, now known as Battle Group West (BGW) leave Camp Smitty and begin their new role in Iraq, based out of Camp Terendak at Tallil. Deep Caption: Operation Catalyst is the Australian Defence Force's (ADF's) contribution to the rehabilitation and reconstruction of Iraq. Operation Catalyst commenced on 16 July 2003 following on from Operation Falconer. Working with the Interim Iraqi Government, the ADF continues to contribute to Multinational Force efforts to develop a secure and stable environment in Iraq and assist national recovery programs. Operation Catalyst currently comprises approximately 1400 Australian Defence Force personnel. Operation Catalyst runs concurrently with Operation Slipper, Australia’s contribution to the War on Terror.2017-05-25T22:08:27+00:00monthlyhttps://logisticsinwar.com/2017/05/22/learning-and-training-to-get-it-right-what-environment-are-we-preparing-army-logisticians-for/https://logisticsinwar.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/ha-canberra.jpgHA Canberrahttps://logisticsinwar.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/op-fiji-assist.jpgOp Fiji Assist2017-05-22T10:22:00+00:00monthlyhttps://logisticsinwar.com/2017/05/20/the-headquarters-snowball/2017-05-20T11:07:32+00:00monthlyhttps://logisticsinwar.com/2017/05/18/surviving-your-time-as-a-military-logistician/https://logisticsinwar.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/marshall-surviving-logistics-2.jpgMarshall - Surviving logistics 2https://logisticsinwar.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/marshall-surviving-logistics.jpgMarshall - Surviving logistics2017-05-23T22:13:03+00:00monthlyhttps://logisticsinwar.com/2017/05/15/from-the-swamp-to-the-high-ground-and-back-educating-logisticians-to-operate-in-complexity-part-two/https://logisticsinwar.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/part-two.jpgPart Two2017-05-15T07:45:16+00:00monthlyhttps://logisticsinwar.com/2017/05/13/from-the-swamp-to-the-high-ground-and-back-educating-logisticians-to-operate-in-complexity-part-one/https://logisticsinwar.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/part-ibe.jpgMudpitCrawling through mud, Pvt. Charles Shidler, Alpha Company, Special Troops Battalion, 37th Infantry Brigade Combat Team, Ohio National Guard, searches for the next covered fighting position during individual movement techniques training at the Camp Ravenna Joint Maneuver Training Center, Ravenna, Ohio, April 17. The IMT is just one of more than 200 common training tasks that Shidler, as well as about 3,600 other soldiers of the 37th brigade, must complete before they are scheduled to deploy to Afghanistan in fall 2011 in support of Operation Enduring Freedom.2017-05-13T10:08:12+00:00monthlyhttps://logisticsinwar.com/2017/05/10/commercial-acumen-the-missing-link-in-the-training-of-adf-logisticians-part-two/https://logisticsinwar.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/op-pak-assist-rta.jpgOperation Pakistan Assist2017-05-17T09:57:53+00:00monthlyhttps://logisticsinwar.com/2017/05/06/commercial-acumen-the-missing-link-in-the-training-of-adf-logisticians-part-one/https://logisticsinwar.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/600px-cac_awm_00626-06.jpg600px-CAC_(AWM_00626-06)2017-05-07T16:53:03+00:00monthlyhttps://logisticsinwar.com/2017/04/28/the-trust-deficit-why-do-we-expect-logistics-to-fail-us/https://logisticsinwar.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/ammo-distribution.jpgAmmo distributionhttps://logisticsinwar.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/image-3-pack-change.jpgImage 3 - Pack changehttps://logisticsinwar.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/image-2-krp.jpgImage 2 - KRPhttps://logisticsinwar.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/image-1.jpgImage 12020-03-09T16:11:41+00:00monthlyhttps://logisticsinwar.com/2017/04/27/call-for-submissions-creating-the-future-logistician-2/https://logisticsinwar.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/civil-war-logistician1.jpgFeatured Image -- 17072017-04-26T22:41:53+00:00monthlyhttps://logisticsinwar.com/2017/04/22/logistics-and-the-strangling-of-strategy/https://logisticsinwar.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/highway-of-death-19911.jpgHighway of Death 1991https://logisticsinwar.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/highway-of-death-1991.jpgHighway of Death 1991https://logisticsinwar.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/u-boat-1943.jpgU-boat 1943https://logisticsinwar.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/supply-graphicstory.jpgSupply-graphicstory2020-01-14T21:50:47+00:00monthlyhttps://logisticsinwar.com/2017/04/12/calculating-the-cost-of-combat/https://logisticsinwar.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/shellfield.jpgshellfield2017-04-13T01:47:35+00:00monthlyhttps://logisticsinwar.com/2017/04/09/future-logistician-framing-a-new-approach/https://logisticsinwar.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/mulhall-cjtf636.jpgOperation HIGHROAD2018-03-08T13:53:45+00:00monthlyhttps://logisticsinwar.com/2017/04/06/structuring-logistics-for-unstructured-war/https://logisticsinwar.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/chart-2.pngChart 2https://logisticsinwar.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/chart1.pngChart2017-04-12T13:50:10+00:00monthlyhttps://logisticsinwar.com/2017/04/02/call-for-submissions-creating-the-future-logistician/https://logisticsinwar.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/civil-war-logistician.jpgCivil War Logistician2017-04-26T22:41:56+00:00monthlyhttps://logisticsinwar.com/2017/03/30/leading-small-team-logistics/https://logisticsinwar.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/us-army-change-tyre.jpgRodeo WorkoutThird Army Soldiers Spc. Skyler Reed and Sgt. Mitchell Brahms of the 443rd Transportation Company, and an Army Reserve unit out of Lincoln, Neb., work to mount a tire onto a Heavy Equipment Transport at the "Back it up, Jack it up" station of the 180th Transportation Battalion Truck Rodeo at Camp Arifjan, Kuwait, Dec. 3. The timed competition tested two-person teams in six of the most common difficulties faced on the road. 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