The Formation of Littoral Logistics Concepts: One thousand WAG bags.

Autor: Hubbard, Jeffrey M., Horton, W. Tyler
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Zdroj: Marine Corps Gazette; Mar2024, Vol. 108 Issue 3, p73-78, 6p
Abstrakt: The article explores the formation of littoral logistics concepts by the 3d Marine Littoral Regiment (3d MLR) during the Balikatan 2023 exercise in the Philippines. It highlights a logistical planning shortfall related to human waste disposal and the challenges faced in sourcing waste alleviating gel (WAG) bags. The article emphasizes the importance of a redundant and reliable logistics and distribution network to sustain forces in contested areas. It also discusses the role of the Materiel Sustainment and Integration Cell (MSIC) in streamlining sustainment support and coordinating logistics requirements. The article concludes by addressing the significance of leveraging joint sources and contracting solutions for sustainment. The text further delves into the concept of littoral logistics, the challenges of sustaining forces in a contested environment, and the need for a multilayered sustainment network. It also mentions the importance of asset visibility and the use of unmanned and autonomous logistics systems. The potential use of contracted air freight companies for regular supply deliveries is also discussed. The text emphasizes the continuous testing and updating of logistics processes and procedures to effectively sustain forces in different locations. [Extracted from the article]
Databáze: Supplemental Index