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PRESIDENT’S CORNER Lend Your Voice at the Fall Meeting RADM Mark H. Buzby, USN (Ret.) NDTA President

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elcome to our Nation’s capital, site of this year’s NDTA-USTRANSCOM Fall Meeting; the annual gathering of Defense transportation, logistics, and personnel services professionals. Our new USTRANSCOM Commander, General Darren McDew, and I recognize the challenging economic conditions we all face, and we thank you for your strong commitment to this event.

The Fall Meeting provides an exceptional opportunity for military and industry leaders to connect, learn and grow together, and I hope you will take advantage not only in the next three days, but also in the months ahead.

We have assembled what I believe is one of our strongest programs in years, beginning Day 1 with our focused educational venue—University Day. Our 20 course offerings are all fully subscribed, and that’s good, because the topics draw on suggestions from many of you. Education is a key element of NDTA’s mission, and we expect to greatly expand our offerings in this area as we make our content available to our membership year round. Watch for news regarding the launch of that online member benefit soon.

An expert lineup of keynote speakers will address various aspects of this year’s emphasis on Risk and Readiness in the Defense Transportation System (DTS).

Follow-on round table discussion groups of government officials and industry insiders will drill down into the areas addressed by our keynotes. General McDew will kick us off with his perspective and vision as he assumes command of Log Nation. Coming to us from Air Mobility Command, General McDew has worked within the DTS his entire career. I am certain that he—and the rest of our all-star lineup of speakers—will do a superb job exploring issues at the cutting edge of defense logistics. Of course, that’s only half of the conversation.

This year, we are making it easier than ever for you to express your views and benefit from our presenters. We will still have microphones positioned in the room to facilitate questions and comments from the floor, but you will also be able to ask questions electronically from the comfort of your seat through the use of the NDTA app on your iPhone or Android-powered phone. Your questions will be transmitted to the session moderator to be posed to the speaker in real time. I am hopeful that this will stimulate a more vigorous interaction and exchange of ideas.

Returning this year bigger and better than in the past few years is the NDTA Expo— always a favorite with our membership. We have an impressive list of exhibitors who are anxious to show you what’s new in their organizations. All of our key NDTA social activities will be focused in the Expo area, including the Chairman’s Opening Reception on Monday night, Expo Lunch on Tuesday, and the President’s Reception on Tuesday evening. I look forward to seeing you walking the Expo aisles!

As I have written in this column on previous occasions, the relevance of NDTA to both our corporate and individual membership is something that is constantly on my mind and I do not take for granted.

There should be a darn good response when someone asks, “why should I be a member?” especially in these days of

shrinking budgets. To that end, we are developing a number of new initiatives that will increase the value of your membership, and keep your association with NDTA as a critical element of your business. We will announce these initiatives in the coming weeks. Stay tuned!

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he events of 9/11 and the economic meltdown which followed a few years later were significant turning points in the life of the Baltimore Chapter. Prior to 9/11, the Chapter met regularly at the Ft. Meade Officers’ Club. Guest speakers included senior leadership from the Military Traffic Management Command (MTMC), the predecessor to the Surface Deployment & Distribution Command (SDDC). At the time, MTMC was headquartered in Falls Church, Virginia and its proximity to Ft. Meade was helpful in securing guest speakers. This proximity also helped in the positive response to speaker invitations from other DOD commands and agencies in the National Capitol Region. There was enough interest in NDTA and the Baltimore Chapter to conduct monthly events, which included a significant blend of military and transportation service providers, often with anywhere from 30 to 100 attendees. The Baltimore Chapter kicked off the golf season each year with its popular Annual Golf Outing at Fort Meade. This was the largest fundraising event of the year. An annual Challenge Cup with the DC Chapter was held every year with the Andrews AFB Chapter as host. Based on the active participation the Chapter was able to make donations to local charities, and award scholarships at both the chapter and national levels.

One of the immediate impacts of 9/11 was the effective closure of Ft. Meade to those members without military identification. The Officers’ Club was no longer a viable option to host the monthly luncheons, and access to the golf course became problematic. When SDDC moved to Scott AFB, Illinois it significantly reduced the number of speakers available to address traffic management issues, which are of most interest to the membership. The economy took a downturn in 2008, followed by sequestration in 2013. Military and transportation service provider company budgets have been significantly reduced as a result, and membership has declined.

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ship has been the closing of several trucking companies in the immediate area.

The Chapter now meets at the Maritime Institute of Technology and Graduate Studies (MITAGS) near BWI airport. MITAGS is a wonderful host, and provides excellent value for the cost of the meeting room and lunches.

Challenges which the Baltimore Chapter faces are many: • Declining membership • Proximity to DC • Baltimore is not a Strategic Port (as defined by SDDC) • There are few military facilities in the area Despite these challenges, the Baltimore Chapter is endeavoring to do all possible to encourage new membership. While the luncheon program has decreased to two or three meetings per year, the topics are diverse and of interest to the membership. This past year, we toured the Coast Guard Station at Curtis Bay, were briefed by the Maryland National Guard on their response to the civil unrest in Baltimore, heard from the American Trucking Associations’ Chief of Intermodal, and toured the Baltimore Harbor on the Maryland Port Administration’s 70-foot motor yacht vessel M/Y Mary Lynn. During the harbor tour, we received a briefing by Don Stanton, Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense for Transportation Policy.

Growth is critical to sustain the Chapter, and going forward we intend to stimulate new membership with the following programs: • Revival of the Chapter’s Scholarship Program • Additional coordination with the DC Chapter • Reaching out to like-minded logistics organizations, e.g., Baltimore Traffic Club, etc.

• Contacting the ROTC detachments at local universities Suggestions from other chapters are most welcome! DTJ

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FOREIGN MILITARY SALES Building National Security One Shipment at a Time

By Jacob “Jake” L. Hall II

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he ability of the US to advance its national interests is dependent on the effectiveness of the United States Government (USG) in employing the instruments of national power.”1 However, to successfully employ the instruments of national power a sound and effective strategy must be developed to address the issues we face. One key ingredient to developing an effective strategy is through the arm of security cooperation. The term “security cooperation” was first introduced in 1997 by the Defense Reform Initiative (DRI). Security Cooperation is founded on a tradition of cooperation between the United States and other sovereign nations with similar values and interests in order to meet common defense goals. It consists of a group of programs authorized by the US Foreign Assistance Act of 1961, as amended, and the Arms Export Control Act, as amended, and related statutes by

which the United States Department of Defense (DOD) or commercial contractor provide defense articles and services in furtherance of national policies and objectives.2 Many programs exist under the umbrella of security cooperation, each playing a role in enabling security cooperation; one such key program is the Foreign Military Sales (FMS) Program.

FMS DEFINED

While many professional transporters and logisticians may have heard of FMS, they might not understand what the FMS program entails. The FMS program is a non-appropriated program administered by the Defense Security Cooperation Agency (DSCA) “through which eligible foreign governments purchase defense articles, services, and training from the USG. The purchasing government pays all costs associated with a sale. There is a signed governmentto-government agreement, normally

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documented on a Letter of Offer and Acceptance (LOA), commonly referred to as a “case,” between the USG and a foreign government. Each case is assigned a unique case identifier for accounting purposes.

Under FMS, military articles and services, including training, may be provided from DOD stocks (Section 21, AECA) or from new procurement (Section 22, AECA). If the source of supply is new procurement, on the basis of having an LOA which has been accepted by the foreign government, the USG agency or military department (MILDEP) assigned cognizance for this case is authorized to enter into a subsequent contractual arrangement with US industry in order to provide the article or service requested.”3 THE ROLE OF TRANSPORTATION

FMS, an often overlooked priority both in terms of defense strategy and defense related transportation, plays an integral role in the successful execution of national security strategy. However, there are many wheels in the “cog” of security cooperation that must function in unison for a case to be successful. One sprocket on the wheel involves the delivery of purchased items to final destination. After the purchasing country agrees to the terms and conditions laid out in the contract, also known as the Letter of Offer and Acceptance (LOA), preparations are made to ensure purchasing nations receive their items. There are multiple options that customers can use to receive their items, but the foremost in regard to FMS is either through the USG via the DTS or a FMS freight forwarder.

Freight forwarders cannot transport all items sold through the FMS program, but can move a majority of items. The movement of and the accounting for FMS materiel involves a number of transportation complexities as the materiel flows from the military department (MILDEP) or points of origin to the ultimate customer. One key ingredient to ensure cradle to grave customer support involves transportation.

“The United States Government and the purchaser’s advanced planning for transportation of materiel is critical for case development and execution. It is Department of Defense (DOD) policy that the purchaser is responsible for transportation and delivery of its purchased materiel.

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pabilities on a reimbursable basis at DOD reimbursable rates via the Defense Transportation System (DTS), or employ an agent, known as a FMS freight forwarder, to manage transportation and delivery from the point of origin to the purchaser’s desired destination.”4 In conjunction with United States Transportation Command (USTRANSCOM), Service Implementing Agencies (IA) work diligently with partner nations to arrange for the transportation of acquired materiel. Many US military Ports of Departure (POD) have teams solely dedicated to assist with the movement of cargo sold via the FMS program. These unnoticed professionals play a critical role in advancing national security when shipments travel through the DTS. Likewise, the USTRANSCOM Enterprise Readiness Center at Scott AFB, Illinois is a crucial enabler in ensuring that, when the DTS is utilized, seamless operations occur.

If the materiel sold is considered classified, sensitive, or various types of Arms, Ammunition, and Explosives (AA&E), particular measures must be put in place before said materiel can be shipped. One of these measures includes creating a transportation plan.

Customers should be aware that many options exist regarding transporting items sold under the FMS program, and can vary widely. However, the cornerstone principle for FMS purchases is that the title (or ownership) of an item, in most cases, passes to the purchaser at origin.

“The transportation plan is developed by the IA, in conjunction with the purchasing nation to ensure a seamless process. It is accepted by the purchaser, in writing, and approved by, the applicable Department of Defense Component authority prior to the movement of the materiel.”

“The transportation plan must identify the individual responsible for safeguarding the materiel purchased, the methods of transport, the locations of transfer and delivery, the location of storage or process-

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ing facilities, and the security clearances of all personnel and facilities involved in the transfer.”5 Articles sold through the FMS program that are in fact sensitive items or certain types of AA&E must be transported via the DTS. On the other hand, a wide variety of articles sold via the FMS program can be transported by a commercial freight forwarder. Given the reduction in US forces over the last several years, coupled with the drawdown of forces in operations within the US Central Command Area of Operation (AOR), a variety of the capabilities that were previously used to deliver FMS materiel have dried up. In an effort to ensure the best “bang for the buck,” many purchasers have turned to using these commercial freight forwarders.

THE ROLE OF A FMS FREIGHT FORWARDER

An “FMS freight forwarder is a private company under contract to the FMS purchaser to coordinate, receive, consolidate, stage materiel, and arrange for onward movement to a final destination. The contract should describe the specific functions to be performed by the freight forwarder. A FMS freight forwarder’s responsibilities may vary under the terms of the contract with the purchaser, but in all cases, a FMS freight forwarder acts as an agent of the purchaser, but cannot act on behalf of the government as a Designated Government Representative.”6 FMS freight forwarders are required to maintain a valid registration as an exporter through the Department of State, Directorate for Defense Trade Controls in accordance with the International Traffic in Arms Regulation (ITAR) and be identified, in writing, by the purchasing nation as its designated freight forwarder. In addition, if the freight forwarder will be transporting classified materiel, it must possess the requisite clearances through the Defense Security Services. As a general rule of thumb, the USG is to remain impartial during the freight forwarder selection process; however, the Defense Institute for Security Assistance Management (DISAM) has created a freight forwarder selection guide to assist purchasing nations during the selection process.

Customers should be aware that many options exist regarding transporting items sold under the FMS program, and can vary widely. However, the cornerstone principle for FMS purchases is that the title (or ownership) of an item, in most cases, passes to the purchaser at origin. “Title to FMS ma-

Above: The first shipment of M1A1 Abrams tanks arrives at the port of Umm Qasr, Iraq. This initial delivery of 11 was the first of 140 systems to be delivered as part of a foreign military sales agreement between the U.S. and Iraqi governments. Photo courtesy of DVIDS. Below right: A portion of the 37 5-ton trucks delivered to the Iraqi army, sits at Al Muthanna vehicle warehouse. The vehicles were purchased through the Foreign Military Sales program, which enables the government of Iraq to purchase military equipment and supplies from foreign countries. Photo courtesy of DVIDS.

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teriel is transferred to the purchaser upon release from a Department of Defense (DOD) supply activity (point of origin) unless otherwise specified in the Letter of Offer and Acceptance (LOA).�7 Given this, transporting particular items can be a cumbersome process. Customs, duties, shipping instructions, etc. for each country the item transits must be taken into account when planning for transportation of the item. While DOD cargo within the DTS, that is titled to US Forces, can move freely throughout many international countries due to Status of Forces Agreements (SOFA), items sold through FMS traveling in the same manner are not afforded like privileges.

While FMS encompasses a fraction of cargo moving within the global pipeline at any given time, its importance should not be underestimated. Cargo moved in support of FMS operations, as previously

noted, plays a critical role in achieving foreign policy and national security objectives.

Likewise, much of the materiel ultimately purchased through the FMS program is used by allies serving alongside US Forces carrying out the mission abroad. Whether such cargo is moved via DTS or FMS freight forwarder, the end result in building relationships in support of global peace and security is being achieved. Given the impacts of sequestration over the last several years, it is vital for each implementing agency to ensure that feasible and flexible transportation options exist to support building such relationships. Stakeholders within these organizations must understand that the DOD, from a security cooperation perspective, must ensure that its customers receive the best value possible. In some cases this means using transportation that is cheaper and accomplishes the mission faster, and that just plain makes sense.

Conversely, while it is important that stakeholders within the DOD ensure that these best value options are available to the customer, it is also essential that commercial companies, which participate in the FMS program, obtain and maintain the proper certifications to ensure they can successfully deliver materiel sold through the FMS program. Given the fact of reduced DTS capability throughout all Combatant Commands, commercial freight forwarders that possess and maintain these credentials will become indispensable assets within the FMS community.

Without the transportation and the logistics associated with FMS, the program itself would be a failure. Now more than ever, the United States must build and maintain relationships with allies around the globe to ensure peace and stability in the most tumultuous regions of the world. And while security cooperation is an important component of each Combatant Commands theater strategy, it is often placed on the back burner in terms of priority. In order for the FMS program to remain a viable option within the realm of building partnerships, it is crucial that all stakeholders, both government and commercial, work together in ensuring the flawless execution of security assistance/cooperation endeavors. DTJ Jacob L. Hall II is the primary transportation policy specialist with the Air Force Security Assistance and Cooperation (AFSAC) Directorate at Wright-Patterson AFB, Ohio. He is responsible for developing transportation policy and Security Assistance/Cooperation strategy for the US Air Force in support of world-wide Foreign Military Sales (FMS) Operations.

He holds a Bachelor of Science and Master of Arts from the University of Oklahoma. He has been a Civil Servant, specifically in the logistics arena, since 2006 and is a former US Army Infantry Non-Commissioned Officer.

1 Joint Publication 1. Doctrine for the Armed Forces of the United States. 25 March 2013. p xi.

2 DOD 5105.38-M Security Assistance Management Manual (SAMM). 20 May 2015.

3 Defense Institute for Security Assistance Management. The Management of Security Cooperation (Green Book). 34th Edition, April 2015.

4 DOD 5105.38-M Security Assistance Management Manual (SAMM). 20 May 2015.

5 Defense Institute for Security Assistance Management. The Management of Security Cooperation (Green Book). 34th Edition, April 2015.

6 Ibid 7 Ibid

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How to Find Skilled Vets with Civilian Industry Certifications Over the past few years, a diverse group of educators, employers, and government and military personnel have worked to help secure a pipeline of industry-certified armed services personnel as they transition to civilian employment by earning industry credentials and certifications.

Beginning with the White House 2012 We Can’t Wait initiative and Department of Defense Credentialing Task Force, thousands of service members, including active duty, guard and reservists, have earned industry-recognized credentials and certifications. These individuals are equipped with the “soft skills” (e.g. teamwork, discipline, work ethic, and sense of mission) that make current and former military attractive to employers. However, one of the most difficult aspects of transitioning from military to civilian employment is simply the language and terminology barrier. The military and civilian industry do not always use the same terms and acronyms, making it difficult for transitioning service members to articulate their skills and knowledge or identify the best positions for which they should apply. Furthermore, employers often don’t understand military occupational descriptions and how to equate them to positions they have available.

Industry credentials address both sides of this issue. By securing a credential, Service members can demonstrate that they have taken the time to translate their military skills to the civilian side of their field. Certifications are also usually tied to specific civilian occupations or job functions, so it also helps in the job application process by identifying jobs that most closely relate to their skills. On their end, employers recognize these credentials, helping to better equate one’s military experience to a specific job opening or task.

Still, a significant challenge remains, making that final connection between an industry-certified, transitioning service member and the hiring employer. For this reason, the Manufacturing Skill Standards Council (MSSC) has developed the Veteran-Employer Career Connector Program designed to connect employers to MSSC-certified Military and Veterans in transportation, logistics and distribution (TDL).

Now, through this program, certified service members will have the core technical knowledge and skills to put their military experience to work in a civilian environment.

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By Leo Reddy, Chair and CEO, Manufacturing Skill Standards Council

MSSC has been piloting its Certified Logistics Associate (CLA) and Certified Logistics Technician (CLT) program with the military for over three years. These certifications are geared toward supply specialists, warehouse operators and logisticians who are seeking civilian employment in warehousing, distribution, transportation and materiel handling.

To date, more than 3,000 service members have been certified. With the CLA/CLT certification, they are ideal candi-

To date, over 3,000 service members have been certified. With the CLA/ CLT certification, they are ideal candidates for frontline, entry-level operations management and team leader positions. An industry-led non-profit, MSSC is the nation’s leader in training and certifying individuals for these jobs in both TDL and advanced manufacturing. dates for frontline, entry-level operations management and team leader positions. An industry-led non-profit, MSSC is the nation’s leader in training and certifying individuals for these jobs in both TDL and advanced manufacturing.

There is no obligation to hire. The Vet Career Connector is simply a forum to connect employers to potential candidates. Employers register and list the types of job openings they have in one or more locations. As these newly certified individuals begin to transition to civilian employment, the Vet Career Connector allows them to identify employers in their area seeking certified Veterans. If you are interested in finding vets with MSSC credentials as prospective new hires, please register your company by filling out the Veteran-Employer Career Connector form on the MSSC website at https://systems.msscusa.org/employers. DTJ

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NDTA has a number of awards that recognize individual and corporate members, as well as chapters and military units that have excelled in fostering the goals and aims of the Association. These awards include the NDTA President’s Special Achievement Award, Young Executive of the Year Awards, Colonel Norbert Grabowski Membership Recruiting Awards, NDTA Distinguished Service Awards, and NDTA Corporate Distinguished Service Awards, among others. We congratulate this year’s award winners and thank them for their contributions to the association, as well as to the greater logistics and transportation community.

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Willem (Bill) van der Stek Benelux Chapter

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or more than 35 years, Willem (Bill) van der Stek has been a driving force behind the NDTA Benelux Chapter.

In late 1979, the NDTA Benelux Chapter was nearly defunct, with only a few members remaining. Around that time, Mr. van der Stek was asked what he knew about NDTA. Despite 22 years as a fixture in the Port of Rotterdam and being very active in the WD Party (The Dutch Conservative Liberal Party), Mr. van der Stek was unfamiliar with the organization. He was asked to read some documents about the Association and consider becoming a member—which luckily, he did. He began to meet with other members concerned with revitalizing the chapter. Due to his vast network in the Port of Rotterdam and WD Party, as well as his

work as a City Councilor, Mr. van der Stek was quickly requested to act as temporary Chapter President. With assistance from then European Region President COL Gene Lanzillo, USA (later BG Lanzillo), Mr. van der Stek set about the task of getting the chapter back on its feet.

By September 1980, Mr. van der Stek had gotten the chapter reorganized with a new administration and the time had arrived to vote on a new board. A general meeting was announced and 100 people showed up, including COL Bob Lawson, USA, Commander of the Military Traffic Management Command (or MTMC, the predecessor to the Military Surface Deployment and Distribution Command [SDDC]) in Capelle a/d IJssel with almost all of his officers, who were encouraged to join the Association. During the meeting, it was decided overwhelmingly that Mr. van der Stek should remain Chapter President.

The efforts of COL Lawson and the affiliation with MTMC made the Chapter very interesting for industry, and by 1981 the Chapter already had 200 members! Many of COL Lawson’s successors were also active in NDTA and that fact, paired with Mr. van der Stek’s excellent personal and professional connection with MTMC (that continues with SDDC), greatly benefitted the NDTA and the Benelux Chapter. Mr. van der Stek

also organized successful NDTA European Forums in 1984, 1990, and 2006.

The Benelux Chapter board, and Mr. van der Stek in particular, were also involved in the preparations of Gulf War 1, when suddenly two armored divisions from Germany had to be shipped to the Middle East. For his work during this time, Mr. van der Stek received the (US) Commander’s Award for Public Service.

What started with a simple question has turned into 35 years as a Benelux Chapter board member, including 15 years as President. Mr. van der Stek is proud to be an NDTA member because of the work that he has done, the challenges he has met, and the many lifelong friends he has made. He looks upon NDTA as a way of life for transportation professionals, whether civilians or military, as brothers in arms. He keeps as his motto “nothing happens until something moves,” and his dedication to this motto is a model for all. The chapter is especially thankful to Mr. van der Stek for his optimism, professionalism and above all for the friendship he has offered to all of his fellow members. For his many accomplishments in the world of transportation, as well as his enduring commitment to NDTA and the Benelux Chapter, Mr. Willem (Bill) van der Stek is well-deserving of the NDTA President’s Special Achievement Award.

NDTA EDUCATOR DISTINGUISHED SERVICE AWARD

Dr. Subhro Mitra

Assistant Professor, Logistics and Supply Chain Management University of North Texas at Dallas

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very involved with the NDTA Dallas-Fort Worth (DFW) Chapter and serves as a liaison between Chapter members and future members that are currently studying in the field of supply chain and transportation. Two of his students recently received the DFW Chapter scholarships. With Dr. Mitra’s involvement, everyone is learning, sharing, and growing in the field.

A native of Jalpaiguri, West Bengal, India, Dr. Mitra previously served on the faculty at North Dakota State University and as an associate research fellow at the Upper Great Transportation Institute. Before that he served as a transportation engineer for W.B. Roads Directorate and at Trafalgar House Construction in India. Dr. Mitra earned a Ph.D. in transportation and logistics from North Dakota State University. He earned a master’s degree in marketing from Calcutta

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University and a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering from North Bengal University.

He is a member of the International Society of Logistics, the Transportation Research Board, the Transportation Research Forum, the American Society of Civil Engineers, and the Institute of Transportation Engineers. His areas of expertise include supply chain, transportation, and logistics.

Currently, Dr. Mitra works with local city and state planners to augment the logistics and transportation cluster of south Dallas County and the I-45 corridor. In addition, he developed a Geographic Information System (GIS) that enables stakeholders to make judicious decisions.

Dr. Mitra’s dedication and exemplary work in the transportation industry is why he is so deserving of the NDTA Educator Distinguished Service Award.

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NDTA YOUNG EXECUTIVE OF THE YEAR AWARDS

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Katie Praske

Washington, DC Chapter

Dallas-Ft. Worth Chapter

atie Praske is awarded the NDTA Young Executive of the Year Award (Civilian) for her demonstrated leadership ability and having responded, in a constructive manner, to current challenges confronting the logistics and transportation industry. Ms. Praske is a leader in an international team of colleagues and suppliers that develops plans, systems, and technology to uniquely address transportation and distribution problems encountered when operating multi-modal supply chains delivering materiel to austere environments. Ms. Praske worked with the Maersk Group for fourteen years in a variety of roles with increasing responsibility.

Currently, she is General Manager, Government Services at Damco, where she develops, implements, and manages supply chain solutions for the US military and for prime contractors to the Departments of Defense and State. Those supply chains have enabled military exercises in Africa, consulate construction in the Middle East, and power supply in Afghanistan. Alternate routes and modes of transportation have been identified and employed on short notice when the original solution becomes impossible due to security issues or changing regulations. Ms. Praske works closely with colleagues, customers, suppliers, and the relevant authorities to identify solutions for those on the frontline.

Ms. Praske has served as the Washington DC Scholarship Committee Chair for the past two years, during which time the number of applicants and schools represented by the applicants has increased. She has actively participated in DC Chapter board meetings and events. She also participated in the 2014 Mentor-ProtĂŠgĂŠ program and, after her positive experience, has encouraged colleagues to participate. Ms. Praske has mentored students from the University of Maryland considering a career in logistics to give them some insight into what working in the industry is really like. For her many accomplishments, Ms. Praske is richly deserving of the NDTA Young Executive of the Year Award.

an Womack is awarded the NDTA Young Executive of the Year Award (Civilian). Mr. Womack has been active in NDTA for three years and currently serves as the Vice President of Communications for the Dallas-Fort Worth (DFW) Chapter. In addition, he serves as event photographer, manages the Chapter website, and attends all Chapter events.

His contributions to the local chapter have increased awareness of NDTA throughout the DFW area with the improved website and communications.

Mr. Womack works for the Army & Air Force Exchange Service (Exchange). He has stepped up in leadership positions while volunteering at the Dan Daniel Distribution Center in Newport News, Virginia to ensure all seasonal packages were delivered on-time to customers around the world. He was able to research problem tickets and managed work flows to ensure daily goals were met. Mr. Womack also developed and implemented a route review matrix for the Exchange fleet. By training fleet managers on this matrix, they were able to make better selections by lanes to move freight, contributing to the Exchange Fleet having a 14% reduction in cost per mile in 2014.

In his service to the Dallas-Fort Worth Chapter and to the Exchange, Mr. Womack has demonstrated his ability to lead, develop and direct teammates, execute plans, improve efficiencies, and, in the case of the Exchange, drive overall costs down.

Mr. Womack is a true asset to both organizations.

He always possesses a positive attitude, strong work ethic, and the dedication to ensure all goals are met.

Mr. Womack is sure to be a great leader in our industry and that is why he is richly deserving of the NDTA Young Executive of the Year Award.

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COLONEL NORBERT GRABOWSKI MEMBERSHIP RECRUITING AWARDS

CHAPTERS CATEGORY II

CATEGORY I

Tampa Bay Chapter

Houston Chapter

CATEGORY III

Washington, DC Chapter

NDTA SCHOLARSHIP RECIPIENTS – NATIONAL LEVEL PROGRAM A

PROGRAM B

NDTA ACADEMIC SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAMS

Kelsey Klein

Matthew Keene

NDTA offers three scholarship/tuition assistance programs to NDTA members and their financial dependents.

Natalie Laconsay

Corey Roberts

ACADEMIC SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM A: To encourage good college students to study the fields of logistics, transportation, supply chain, physical distribution, and passenger travel services.

University of Maryland, College Park The California Maritime Academy

Indiana University

The Ohio State University

Beidi Luo

University of Maryland, College Park

PROGRAM C

Melanie Morello

Jared Politi

ACADEMIC SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM B: To assist high school graduates achieve their academic goals in the fields of business/ management, logistics, transportation, supply chain, physical distribution, and passenger travel services.

American Military University

Western Michigan University

ACADEMIC SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM C: To encourage good distance learning college students to study the fields of logistics, transportation, supply chain, physical distribution, and passenger travel services.

Melissa Morello

University of Pittsburgh

Scott Rebro

The California Maritime Academy

NDTA scholarship/tuition assistance funds can only be disbursed to an academic institution on behalf of the successful applicant. If the institution is not known at the time an application is submitted, the successful applicant must submit documentation showing that he/ she has in fact been accepted by an institution as a full-time student before disbursements can be made.

NDTA CORPORATE DISTINGUISHED SERVICE AWARDS AAR CORP.

Echo Global Logistics, Inc.

Omni Air International, Inc.

Aeroscraft

FedEx

Panalpina World Transport

Agility Defense & Government Services

Final Mile Logistics

Panther Premium Logistics

AIT Worldwide Logistics, Inc.

Hapag-Lloyd USA, LLC

R & R Trucking

American Roll-On Roll-Off Carrier

Innovative Logistics, LLC

Southwest Airlines

American President Lines, Ltd.

Interstate Van Lines, Inc.

Supreme Group USA, LLC

Atlas Air Worldwide Holdings

Landstar System, Inc.

Teradata

Bennett Motor Express, LLC

Leidos

The Pasha Group

BNSF Railway

Liberty Global Logistics-Liberty Maritime

TOTE, Inc.

Boyle Transportation

Maersk Line, Limited

U.S. Bank

CEVA Logistics

National Air Cargo

Universal Truckload Services, Inc.

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NDTA DISTINGUISHED SERVICE AWARDS The NDTA Distinguished Service Awards recognize active members for their unusual and commendable service, dedication, and assistance in furthering the aims and objectives of the association.

LTC Michael Frego, USA (Ret.)

Mrs. Anessa Gilligan

Washington, DC Chapter

Charleston Chapter

Mr. Sekhar Prabhaker

COL Craig Hymes, USA (Ret.) Washington, DC Chapter

Col Steve Pulley, USAF (Ret.)

Scott-St. Louis Chapter

Scott-St. Louis Chapter

Col Roger L. Neumann, USAF (Ret.) Dallas-Fort Worth Chapter

Mrs. Donna Qualls

Dallas-Fort Worth Chapter

NDTA INTERNATIONAL CHAPTER OF THE YEAR AWARDS The International Chapter of the Year Award was initiated in 1977 to recognize chapters that have excelled in fostering the goals and objectives of NDTA; promoting an understanding of the importance of transportation to the security of the nation; participating in community service programs; developing quality educational programs for the chapter membership; and providing for chapter growth through effective membership recruiting and retention programs.

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he Scott-St Louis Chapter is recognized as the 2015 NDTA International Chapter of the Year, Large Category, for outstanding service to their local community, NDTA and the United States. The Scott-St. Louis Chapter had a highly successful year serving chapter members, sponsors, the community, the Department of Defense, and Headquarters NDTA. Throughout the year, the chapter provided a slate of compelling speakers, experts in multiple disciplines 20 |

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from military, commercial industry, academia, and government to enhance the professional development of its membership. Through an active partnership with St Louis University Center for Supply Chain Management Studies, the chapter remains connected to both local and national level thought leadership in supply chain management. With ongoing fundraising efforts and the generosity of its membership, the chapter provided financial contributions to charities serving critical needs in the veterans’ community.

In December 2014, the chapter conducted a holiday toy drive and birthday recognition program in partnership with the

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Children’s Foundation of Mid-America, providing 400 presents to less fortunate children. Their recognition of National Transportation Week included a May luncheon featuring a leading military guest speaker, award of $18,000 in scholarships, and recognition of local scholarship award winners at the luncheon. Demonstrating extraordinary outreach and collaboration, the chapter partnered with other organizations including the Airlift Tanker Association, Armed Forces Communications and Electronics Association, and seven separate supply chain and logistics organizations to host three separate events providing professional development op-

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portunities and enhancing the visibility of NDTA. The activities of the past year truly epitomize what it means to be an NDTA Chapter in terms of community outreach, DOD support, member support and recruiting, Young Leaders activity, and engaging Chapter sponsors. The distinctive accomplishments of the men and women of the Scott-St. Louis Chapter are representative of the highest ideals held by the National Defense Transportation Association and as such, they are richly deserving as this year’s NDTA International Chapter of the Year Award Winners, Category Three.

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he Washington DC Chapter is recognized as the 2015 International Chapter of the Year, Category III,

for exceptionally meritorious representation of the National Defense Transportation Association. This year, the Chapter hosted eight luncheons with a phenomenal line of speakers, while successfully increasing attendance of active duty personnel. In celebration of National Transportation Week, the May meeting was changed to a dinner which helped bring more active duty personnel. The MentorProtégé Program completed yet another successful year providing mentorship for 20 highly motivated protégé military and civilian career-minded logistics professionals through monthly sessions, highlighted by a keynote speaker, and the opportunity to engage in a one-on-one breakout discussion with a senior mentor. A new addition to the DC Chapter’s programming this year is monthly networking/happy hour events, which have proven to be a great success in bringing

out not only a lot of our regular event attendees, but also a lot of new faces including prospective new members. The Chapter continued its strong tradition of giving back with its ongoing work at the Arlington Food Assistance Center, as well as by supporting its successful scholarship program. The Washington DC Chapter exhibited excellence in its Chapter programs, membership development, community involvement, communication development, and emergency preparedness.

The Washington DC Chapter held itself in the finest traditions of the NDTA, representative of its values, and upholding the underlying purpose of the NDTA— fostering a unique brand of partnership between private and public enterprise.

For all these reasons, the Washington, DC Chapter is richly deserving of being named International Chapter of the Year for 2015.

NDTA INTERNATIONAL YOUNG LEADERS CHAPTER OF THE YEAR AWARD The International Young Leaders Chapter of the Year Award was instituted in the continuing endeavor to involve young people in the varied programs of the NDTA and to recognize those chapters that make significant contributions to the furtherance of this goal.

CATEGORY III Scott-St. Louis Chapter

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he NDTA Scott-St. Louis Chapter is recognized as the 2015 NDTA International Young Leaders Chapter of the Year, Large Category, for their outstanding service to the local community, development of young professionals, NDTA, and the United States. The Scott-St. Louis Young Leader members made a positive impact on the community by connecting with young military logistics professionals from Scott Air Force Base and engaging them in chapter activities. The Scott-St. Louis Chapter recognized the significance of its Young Leaders and promoted their involvement

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by offering compelling Mentor-Protégé sessions and other events specifically geared to the interests of young professionals, as well as by providing the opportunity to build enduring professional relationships and serve the community.

The Scott-St. Louis Young Leaders group provided professional development opportunities through learning events and networking opportunities with other young professionals, local corporate leaders, published writers, local industry leaders, senior military, and senior executives from NDTA Corporate Sponsors.

They collaborated with other local professional associations to plan and host a highly acclaimed Leadership Symposium targeting young active duty Air Force

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personnel. The Young Leader group also partnered with the Children’s Foundation of Mid-America to support holiday season and year round support for underprivileged children and families.

The Young Leader chair and committee leadership were integrally involved in broader chapter activities, showcasing their leadership abilities to the Scott St. Louis defense transportation community. The Chapter increased its Young Leader membership over the last year and continues to set high membership benchmarks for the upcoming year.

These programs are the critical lifeblood of the Young Leaders committee, and the Scott-St. Louis Young Leaders group is indeed deserving of this award.

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NDTA MILITARY UNIT OF THE YEAR AWARDS Since 1966, NDTA has honored units of the military Services that have performed outstanding service in transportation or a related field. These units are selected for this recognition by each of the Services.

95% rating from the COMET Team in all assessed areas. Throughout the year, the Soldiers of 2ND Transportation Company committed themselves to displaying the highest degree of professionalism and dedication to duty.

Army 2ND Transportation Company (Heavy Equipment Transportation [HET]) 1916TH Support Battalion Fort Irwin, California

The 2ND Transportation Company (2TC) provides tactical relocation of heavy maneuver forces in support of the National Training Center (NTC). The high operational tempo of the NTC, combined with opportunities to train, work alongside of, and in support of Brigade Combat Teams (BCTs) and Combat Sustainment Support Battalions (CSSBs) has forged the company into an incredibly dependable and flexible unit. During 2014, 2TC provided HET support to all nine NTC Rotations.

The unit’s mission changed from preparing for deployment in support of Operation Enduring Freedom (OEF), to training as a composite truck company, then back to solely providing HET support to the NTC. The unit completed 195 missions driven across 49,722 miles of rugged desert terrain transporting 1,075 pieces of Class VII; delivering 90,500 gallons of JP8 fuel; 25,000 gallons of water; 35,000 pounds of Class V; and 18.5 short tons of Class IX to RTUs. 2TC’s Driver’s Training Program was inspected by a Command Maintenance Evaluation and Training (COMET) Team in October and achieved a 98% overall rating. The success of this program is reflected in the zero reportable accidents in 2014, and 2TC was awarded the FY14 Army Safety Excellence Award.

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US ARMY NATIONAL GUARD

512TH Movement Control Battalion 346TH Transportation Battalion St. Thomas, US Virgin Islands

During 2014, the 114th Transportation Company (114th TC) executed its convoy security mission in support of Operation Enduring Freedom. The unit was tasked to provide convoy security for military and host nation transportation assets performing retrograde and sustainment operations throughout Regional Command-East, Afghanistan. Providing Combat Escort Teams (CETs) and executing convoy missions required the unit to have trained personnel on specific theater-provided equipment including the Mine Resistant Ambush Protected (MRAP) vehicle, MRAP Recovery Vehicle (MRV), and Heavy Equipment Transport (HET) system.

The 114th Transportation Company conducted 35 missions to strategic and tactical Forward Operating Bases (FOBs), Combat Outposts (COPs), and Joint Combat Outposts (JCOPs) throughout RC-East and the Kabul Cluster (KBC).

The CETs retrograded approximately 1,500 twenty-foot equivalent units (TEUs) escorting more than 1,200 Host Nation Trucks (HNTs) safely between destinations. The maintenance section identified systematic faults on the MRAP MaxxPro Dash variant which resulted in the manufacturing of improved products and additional safety guidance theaterwide. The 114th TC was selected on multiple occasions to demonstrate CET Operations to Combined Joint Operations Afghanistan, International Security Assistance Force (ISAF) Joint Command, 1ST Theater Sustainment Command, and Afghan counterparts assisting with improving Standard Operating Procedures adopted by units across theater and sup-

The 512TH Movement Control Team (MCT) was mobilized in support of Operation Enduring Freedom in late August 2014 and deployed to Afghanistan one month later. The mission at hand for the 512TH MCT at Afghanistan was diverse as they arrived in country to replace five different MCTs supporting retrograde and logistical movements at four different Forward Operating Bases (FOBs). The 512TH MCT quickly grasped the concept of the operation while replacing three different units. The 512TH MCT flawlessly took ownership of the mission, which consisted of the management of Air and Ground movement through the National Afghan Trucking (NAT) Contract, the LOGCAP IV contract for the Central Receiving & Shipping Point (CRSP), the Reception Staging Onward Movement & Integration (RSOI) Yard, the Arrival & Departure Airfield Control Group (ADACG) operations and the Joint Distribution Management Center (JDMC) which serviced the entire Combined Joint Operations Area-Afghanistan (CJOA-A). During the first month in country the 512TH MCT was able to create new Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to consolidate the management of several areas they were tasked to oversee.

In conjunction, the operations being performed at Bagram Airfield sustained and maintained intra-theater sustainment for retrograde operations.

The Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) established by the 512TH MCT greatly reduced pilferage and improved accountability for United States Government and NAT carriers by increasing velocity on inbound and outbound process to reduce the time for which assets were waiting on their call forward. The 512TH MCT’s commitment to its wartime mission was shown in the cost-savings to the US Gov-

114th Transportation Company 347th Regional Support Group Duluth, Minnesota

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ernment during implementation of a new traffic flow plan that resulted in better ease of movement and visibility within the entry control points during the truck lifecycle of reception to onward movement and integration. Its Soldiers performed technical analysis of MCT operations facilitating the implementation of a successful 35% reduction of forces and resources within the civilian contract agreement that represented government savings of more than $780,000 without affecting the logistical mission.

Among the meritorious achievements by the 512TH MCT, the detachment was able to use its Soldiers’ expertise and technical knowledge to create new operational and tracking procedures which saved the US Government more than $900,000 in demurrage costs associated to the National Afghan Trucking contract. Demurrage charges were reduced by more than 75% within the first four months after assuming the mission. This action also included a decrease in waiting time for customers to receive their cargo once it was inbounded thru the Entry Control Points from above a 72-hours period to less than 24-hours period. The 512TH MCT efforts exemplify the Army values and the meritorious transportation oversight that resulted in efficient usage of all transportation and logistical assets for the benefit of the government.

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covery Missions, and executed 27 tactical vehicle recoveries throughout the training grounds. The scope of this support amounted to 1,852 short tons of cargo moved; 4,472 passengers transported; 4,625 gallons of ground fuel delivered, and a total of 49,131 miles driven.

During 2014, Motor Transport Company provided a detachment of Marines to sustain Aviation Motor Transport Operations support during Operation ENDURING FREEDOM 14.2. For this deployment, the Motor Transport Marines task organized with Heavy Equipment Marines to maximize the unit’s AGS capability. These Marines accomplished multiple projects with increasingly fewer Motor Transport assets, logging over 2,400 miles, transporting 801 passengers, and moving more than 2,000 short tons of cargo.

Notwithstanding a detachment operating forward and supporting two aviation training exercises during 2014, Motor Transport Company did not scale back its work aboard Camp Pendleton. The Company fulfilled over 2,200 support requests to transport 6,233 short tons of cargo; 47,932 passengers; and 25,599 gallons of ground fuel while covering 193,142 miles. Maintenance Platoon ensured the uninterrupted support to Motor Transport Operations while maintaining readiness for more than 200 pieces of rolling stock above 90 percent.

Throughout 2014, Motor Transport Company demonstrated exceptional capabilities supporting 3d MAW in largescale aviation exercises, combat, and the garrison environment. Motor Transport Company is a deserving candidate for the NDTA Military Unit Award.

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Motor Transportation Company, Marine Wing Support Squadron 372 (MWSS 372) Third Marine Aircraft Wing (3d MAW)

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US Navy Cargo Handling Battalion ONE (NCHB 1) First Navy Expeditionary Logistics Regiment Williamsburg, Virginia

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S Navy Cargo Handling Battalion ONE (NCHB 1) is the Navy’s only active duty cargo handling battalion.

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able logistics support team tasked with conducting expeditionary cargo handling, air terminal, open ocean and freight terminal operations—NCHB 1 is the Navy’s 911 Cargo Handler. The Battalion is capable of providing independent missiontailored detachment or entire command deployment as a self-sustaining unit to any region in the world.

Their unique capability and flexibility placed NCBH 1 in key roles during numerous real-world contingency operations and training exercises during 2014.

NCHB 1 conducted cargo handling and expeditionary logistics support on four continents, deploying personnel globally in support of two Maritime Prepositioning Ships, all three Marine Expeditionary Forces, both Naval Beach Groups, the Maritime Prepositioning Force Maintenance Cycle, the National Science Foundation, and others. All operations and exercises were properly planned, coordinated, and flawlessly executed. For its exceptional service, Navy Cargo Handling Battalion ONE is awarded the NDTA Military Unit of the Year Award for the US Navy (Active Component).

US NAVY RESERVE COMPONENT

Navy Cargo Handling Battalion FIVE (NCHB-5) FIFTH Navy Expeditionary Logistics Regiment Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Washington

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avy Cargo Handling Battalion FIVE (NCHB FIVE) is an Echelon VI command under the 5th Navy Expeditionary Logistics Regiment, a component of the Navy Expeditionary Logistics Support Group (NAVELSG).

It is a commissioned reserve command, rapidly deployable to provide expeditionary air, surface, terminal, and fuels support globally to Combatant Commanders for humanitarian assistance or other contingencies.

From 1 January to 31 December 2014, NCHB FIVE personnel supported Joint Task Force (JTF) missions overseas as part of a mobilized logistics support element called Logistics Task Force 4 (LTF4), and responded to several additional operational taskings including: Fleet Logistics Center-Pearl Harbor equipment on-load in support of the 25th Infantry Division; Blount Island Command offload in support of the Maritime Prepositioning Force; and Rim of the Pacific Exercise support.

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gistics expertise, proudly upholding NAVELSG’s motto of “Getting it where it needs to go, anytime, anywhere!” NCHB FIVE’s tremendous success on the mobilization led the JTF staff to discuss expanding the NAVELSG mission into other Areas of Operation. In recognition of these achievements, the Commander of the Navy Expeditionary Combat Command (NECC) awarded NCHB FIVE the Navy Expeditionary Combat Command Fiscal Year 2014 Battle Efficiency Award; the first time a Reserve Cargo Handling Battalion has received such an honor. Navy Cargo Handling Battalion FIVE is also deserving of this year’s NDTA Military Unit Award.

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5th Logistics Readiness Squadron Air Force Global Strike Command Minot AFB, North Dakota

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he 5th Logistics Readiness Squadron (LRS) distinguished itself by exemplary performance in all aspects of logistics while supporting the Department of Defense’s only dual-nuclear wing installation. The unit managed more than 50,000 parts; 15 million gallons of fuel; 1,100 vehicles; and provided flawless movement for 1,600 passengers and four million pounds of cargo. They also proved themselves as an unequaled Nuclear Enterprise support agency by garnering a Superior Team and a Logistics Sub-section rating of “Excellent” on the 2014 Air Force Global Strike Command Nuclear Surety Inspection. Additionally, the exceptional performance of the unit’s personnel yielded four Senior Airmen Below-The-Zone promotes; two Airmen Leadership School distinguished graduates; eight Group, 17 Wing, and six command level awards. These accomplishments are a tribute to the outstanding performance of each Logistics specialty.

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million dollars, and cultivated an impressive 90 percent fill rate, which exceeded the command’s 75 percent standard. The Vehicle Management flight executed 6,800 work orders, logging more than 60,000 labor hours on the command’s largest vehicle fleet valued at over $117 million, delivering a stellar 93 percent fleet Mission Capable rate, the best in 13 years. Furthermore, their groundbreaking management practices slashed vehicle turn rates by 69 percent, leading to the base being awarded the 2014 Global Strike Challenge Innovation Award and $100,000 prize. The Installation Deployment Readiness Center deployed 288 Airmen; 35,000 pounds of cargo; and eight B-52H aircraft, enabling 1,700 flying hours and 1,500 precision munitions drops directly supporting the United States Pacific Command’s Continuous Bomber Presence mission. Additionally, the Deployment and Distribution Flight led logistics for Minot’s 32 million dollar runway renovation project, transporting 1,113 pounds of cargo to and from Ellsworth Air Force Base enabling 251 B52H sorties and 1,300 flying hours.

The 5th LRS also expedited the delivery of six key vehicles and equipment in support of the first Presidential visit to a Native American Tribe in more than 15 years.

The Fuels Management Flight maintained the command’s largest ground fuel account, delivering 745,000 gallons worth $2.72 million sustaining base operations, as well as an 8,500 square mile area of responsibility in support of 150 Minuteman III Intercontinental Ballistic Missiles. The combined unit efforts led to the Squadron winning the 2014 Air Force Global Strike Command Daedalian Major General Warren R. Carter Logistics Effectiveness Award. The 5th Logistics Readiness Squadron’s impressive accomplishments are why it has been named an NDTA Military Unit of the Year.

US AIR FORCE RESERVE COMPONENT 73d Aerial Port Squadron 10th Air Force Naval Air Station Fort Worth Joint Reserve Base, Texas

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United States and US Central Command’s (CENTCOM) Area of Responsibility during 2014. The unit managed 150 airmen while processing 335 tons of cargo and 53,000 passengers on more than 200 missions. Additionally, the squadron deployed 34 aerial port volunteers to Kandahar Air Field, Afghanistan for a combined total of 5,940 days in the Area of Responsibility supporting Operation ENDURING FREEDOM. While deployed to Kandahar Air Field, members supported a historic joint operation coordinating an election ballot transfer of more than 27 tons to 16 provinces via truck, enabling citizens of Afghanistan to hold their second free election. The aerial port provided essential support to Operation FLYING TIGER success working 43 C-17 aircraft missions, each averaging 117,000 pounds with the final outcome of 361 vehicles being retrograded. Deployed members assigned to the operations section at Kandahar designed an innovative asset tracker, recovering over 4,900 aerial port assets worth $5.3 million, and ensuring continuous asset visibility to the Air Mobility Division. The expertise of the unit’s load planning personnel increased aircraft utilization while deployed from 16% to 94% at NATO’s busiest air field in the Area of Responsibility.

While at home station, the 73d APS provides technical expertise to the Wing Inspection Team. Personnel on this team scrutinized more than 55 task evaluations and drafted more than 12 reports identifying critical weaknesses and shortcomings. The unit was also one of the first Air Force Reserve Command units to be assessed under the new Unit Effectiveness Inspection program. Inspectors lauded the 73d APS on an innovative training program with zero major findings. The 73d APS has a motto: Ready for war! The unit deployed 75 members to Charleston AFB on annual training, allowing the team to complete 100% of career field annual training requirements.

This squadron has a strong Quality of Life Program. Caring Airmen of the 73d APS volunteered many hours organizing care package redistribution to over 119 soldiers at Forward Operating locations, uplifting morale. The squadron coordinated three blood drives at home station, gathering 150 units of blood with a potential to save over 300 lives. The 73d APS has unmatched patriotism, participating in various ceremonies for 13 fallen Service

Brawn.

Brass.

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members, showing families a hero’s honor.

For its service to its community, the Nation, and its allies the 73d Aerial Port Squadron is recognized as a NDTA Military Unit of the Year.

Coast Guard Coast Guard Air Station Barbers Point Fourteenth Coast Guard District Kapolie, Hawaii

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t 12.2 million square nautical miles, the Fourteenth District is the largest operating area in the Coast Guard, and Air Station Barbers Point is charged with its safekeeping. Having flown 5,261.2 total flight hours in 2014, Barbers Point

provided search and rescue response, continual surveillance, and transported supplies and equipment for multiple state and federal agencies.

Barbers Point flew 1,396.4 flight hours responding to 159 search and rescue cases, which resulted in 33 lives saved and 16 lives assisted. HC-130H aircrews conducted nine lifesaving medical evacuations to remote islands located throughout the Pacific, to include narrow coral runways.

Barbers Point supplied District Fourteen with reliable transportation of supplies and personnel throughout the vast area of responsibility. Aircrews transported more than 4.6 million pounds of equipment and 817 passengers. HC-130H aircrews transported two MH-65 helicopters weighing 9,500 pounds over 4,300 miles to and from the Aviation Logistics Center located in North Carolina, to accomplish the Charlie to Delta model transition.

This aircraft model upgrade greatly enhanced the helicopter’s autopilot capabil-

ity and increased safety margins during low altitude evolutions.

Also notable is the partnership between agencies, to include the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) and Fish and Wildlife Service. HC-130H aircraft served as a vital lifeline to deliver supplies and personnel to remote research locations, to include Palmyra and Midway Atolls. Barbers Point flew 780.9 hours in support of law enforcement missions, to include Exclusive Economic Zone patrols and counter-drug patrols, which led to the successful prosecution of a Chinese fishing vessel illegally using high sea drift nets, and the seizure of 1,100 kilograms of cocaine valued at $29.3 million. Barbers Point also conducted Rotary Wing Air Intercept during the President’s yearly visit. The men and women of Air Station Barbers Point remain ambassadors of the Pacific and continue to uphold the highest traditions of the United States Coast Guard, and they are well deserving of being called a NDTA Military Unit of the Year.

NDTA INSTRUCTOR OF THE YEAR AWARDS In conjunction with the senior logistics chiefs from each of the military services, the NDTA Instructor of the Year Awards honor instructors from each of the service transportation schools. Criteria for award selection are established by the military services and include such measures as the individual’s technical knowledge, teaching skills, self-development, and general leadership abilities.

ARMY

ARMY RESERVE

Mr. Rudolf Moffatt

US Army Transportation School Fort Lee, Virginia

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Sergeant First Class Michael L. McDow

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MARINE CORPS

Staff Sergeant Jacqueline A. Hernandez

Ground Supply School Marine Corps Combat Service Support Schools Camp Lejeune, North Carolina

NAVY

Mr. Raymond Peterson

Navy Supply Corps School Newport, Rhode Island

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OUR VISION

To be the world’s leading professional association for individuals working in the global logistic/ transportation system and related industries so we may maximize our contribution to the national security and economic growth of the United States.

OUR MISSION

To foster a strong and efficient global logistics and transportation system to support the economy and national security of the United States by: • Advancing the knowledge and science of logistics and transportation within government and industry.

• Facilitating the sharing of knowledge between government and logistics/transportation related industries.

• Educating members on the important issues affecting the global logistics/transportation system.

OUR VALUES

Values form the foundation for all that we do in our organization and for our Nation. Our values are our spirit. They are what we believe, what we stand for, and our moral and ethical fiber. The men and women who make up our membership around the

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globe are dedicated to improving our association today and into the future. Our commitment and competency are reflected in our core values: • Integrity: We conduct our business in an open, honest, ethical manner. Exhibit the courage to speak out and express our opinions. Do what is morally and ethically right. Comply with the intent and the “letter” of policies and laws.

• Teamwork: We maximize our collective talents through teams and partnerships based on mutual trust, fairness, respect, cooperation and communication. We promote and recognize creativity and innovation.

• Service: We pursue excellence in all of our endeavors. We anticipate and respond to member and partner needs by providing quality products and services. We take pride in our work and commitment to quality.

• Action: We will listen well, consider the ideas of others, seek counsel and then act decisively.

Relentlessly press for action to resolve an issue or to reach a solution.

• Diversity: We value our members, employees, and supporters, their capabilities and differences, plus the unique contributions that each brings to our organization.

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NDTA MEMBERSHIP

Maybe you know someone who would like to join. The National Defense Transportation Association (NDTA) is a non-political and non-profit educational Association composed of government, military, and industry professionals dedicated to fostering a strong and efficient global transportation and logistics system in support of national security. Membership in NDTA affords opportunities to serve and educate the community in your area of expertise as well as other special benefits.

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CORPORATE MEMBERSHIP

Corporate membership in NDTA provides increased exposure and networking opportunities for those companies wanting to do business with the US government or military. Membership should be a key part of any business plan where the defense and government transportation, travel, and logistics system is the target market.

When you join NDTA as a corporate member, your company’s executives will have the opportunity to share ideas with top military, government, and industry officials at NDTA events.

These events are conducted and attended by high-level military decision-makers, defense and other government officials, and industry leaders—the individuals who are setting and influencing the transportation, travel, and logistics agenda for the future.

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$9,500.00 – Chairman’s Circle Plus (Global or national company with multiple operating entities) $6,200.00 – Chairman’s Circle (Global or national operating company)

$15.00 – Students

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AGENDA

NDTA-USTRANSCOM FALL MEETING & UNIVERSITY Delivering Readiness Amid Risk—Together Monday, September 28 8:30am-10:00am

University Day Session 1

10:00am-10:30am University Day Break 10:30am-12:00pm University Day Session 2 12:00pm-1:00pm

University Day Lunch

1:00pm-5:00pm

NDTA Surface Transportation Committee Meeting*

1:00pm-5:00pm

NDTA Military Aviation Advisory Committee (MAAC) Meeting*

1:00pm-5:00pm

NDTA Military Sealift Committee Meeting*

1:00pm-5:00pm

NDTA Military Distribution Committee Meeting*

1:00pm-5:00pm

NDTA Passenger Travel Services Committee Meeting*

1:00pm-5:00pm

NDTA Cybersecurity Best Practices Committee Meeting*

1:00pm-2:30pm

University Day Session 3

2:30pm-3:00pm

University Day Break

3:00pm-4:30pm

University Day Session 4

5:00pm-6:30pm

Chairman’s Opening Reception in Exhibit Hall

Tuesday, September 29 8:30am-9:00am

9:00am-10:15am

10:45am-11:30am

Keynote Speaker: General Darren McDew, USAF, Commander, USTRANSCOM

Logistics Way Ahead in a Globally Distributed Environment Moderator: MajGen John J. Broadmeadow, USMC, The Joint Staff Deputy Director of Logistics, with roundtable members from the Office of the Secretary of Defense, the uniformed services, Defense Logistics Agency (DLA), and USTRANSCOM Cybersecurity Speaker: ADM Michael Rogers, USN, Commander, US Cyber Command; Director, National Security Agency; and Chief, Central Security

11:30am-12:30pm

Cybersecurity – Intersection of Mission Assurance, Info Sharing, and Public Policy and Laws Moderator: VADM William A. Brown, USN, Deputy Commander, USTRANSCOM, with roundtable members from government and industry

12:30pm-2:00pm

Lunch in Exhibit Hall

2:00pm-2:45pm

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2:45pm-3:45pm

Economic Risk Roundtable—Which Direction is Your Industry Going?

Moderator: William Kenwell, Board Member, Maersk Line, Limited and Farrell Lines, with roundtable members from aviation, sealift, and surface transportation industries

4:15pm-5:00pm

DTMO & GSA Passenger Travel Programs for Our People Speakers: Harvey Johnson, Director, Defense Management Travel Office (DTMO)

and

5:00pm-6:30pm

Timothy Burke, Director, Travel and Transportation Services, General Services Administration (GSA)

President’s Reception in Exhibit Hall

Wednesday, September 30 8:00am-8:30am

8:30am-9:30am

9:30am-10:30am

NDTA Corporate Awards & Annual Membership Meeting Speaker: The Honorable Alan Estevez, Principal Deputy Under Secretary of Defense for Acquisition, Technology and Logistics Congress, DOD, and You—Shaping the Legislative Environment Moderator: Kurt R. LaFrance, USTRANSCOM Chief of Legislative Affairs with roundtable members from DOD and industry

11:00am-12:00pm The Ebola Response, A Case Study

Moderator: Maj Gen Rowayne A. Schatz, Jr., USAF,

Vice Commander, Air Mobility Command 12:00pm

Closing Remarks and Official End of Fall Meeting 2015

12:30pm-2:30pm

Mentor-Protégé Lunch and One-on-One Sessions Luncheon Speaker: CAPT Eugene B. McDaniel, USN (Ret.)

1:00pm-3:00pm

NDTA Household Goods (HHG) Subcommittee Meeting*

1:00pm-3:00pm

DTMO-Industry Meeting*

1:00pm-2:00pm

Airlift CEO Meeting*

2:00pm-3:00pm

Sealift CEO Meeting*

3:00pm-4:00pm

Surface CEO Meeting*

4:00pm-5:00pm

Distribution CEO Meeting*

* Attendance limited

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PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT Leveraging NDTA-USTRANSCOM University and Fall Meeting General Sessions Irvin Varkonyi, Past President, NDTA DC Chapter and Master Instructor, APICS DC Metro ivarkonyi@scopedu.com

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he inaugural NDTA-USTRANSCOM University seeks to provide interactive opportunities to share and learn from experts throughout a variety of organizations including: • US Transportation Command (USTRANSCOM) • Military Surface Deployment and Distribution Command (SDDC) • Air Mobility Command (AMC) • Office of the Secretary of Defense – Transportation Policy (OSD-TP) • Defense Acquisition University (DAU) • Center for Joint and Strategic Logistics (CJSL) • Institute of Defense and Business (IDB), University of North Carolina (UNC) • FedEx • APICS DC Metro • Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals • Transportation Intermediaries Association • SOLE – The International Society of Logistics There will also be a range of excellent general sessions during the NDTA-USTRANSCOM Fall Meeting led by senior military, civilian and industry leaders.

These will be larger sessions, generally offering presentations on strategic issues.

How will you take advantage of the sessions on 28 September at University Day and the instructors who will lead them, or the general sessions over 29-30 September and the convergence of experts that they will include? Here are some tips: PREPARATION BEFORE ATTENDING SESSIONS

1. Research the sessions that you are planning to attend ahead of time. Consider some questions you would like to ask when you have the chance. Many sessions will have an expectation that attendees have some knowledge of the topic. You can prepare for them to the extent that time allows.

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2. Learn about the speakers and specifically plan to meet those that you’ve determined can be helpful to you if you have the opportunity to follow up with them after the session or during the conference.

3. Prepare a short introduction, of about 30 seconds, of yourself when you meet a speaker. The more information a speaker knows about you, the more specific they can be in answering your questions based on your interest. Be sure you have enough business cards. If you normally don’t have a business card, you can easily create one. Or find out if the speaker is on LinkedIn or other social media site where you can connect online.

4. Your fellow session attendees are also there to network with you. Sometimes you’ll hear an interesting question from an attendee. This can be an opportunity to introduce yourself to that person after the session ends.

5. Whether your personality is outgoing or moderately so, all of us who attend such conferences are here to meet and get to know others. Whether the speaker is a flag officer or high ranking civilian, they are at the Fall Meeting, giving of their time, without compensation, to share their knowledge with you. There’s no need to feel uncomfortable in these one-on-one meetings.

6. Very important: Follow up your conversations with speakers and attendees with your choice of response—email, social media, and/or even a phone call!

Connect with speakers and others on LinkedIn. Identify their NDTA chapter affiliation, if any.

GOOD PRACTICES DURING SESSIONS

The University sessions may have collateral material offered by the session leaders.

Some of the Fall Meeting general sessions will also have collateral material that will be made available electronically. However,

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collateral material does not substitute for taking notes.

1. When you’re in a session, focus on the big picture being offered by the speakers.

Take note of ideas, names, and other information that is most relevant to you— especially any websites that may provide you more information. Use your cell phone to take pictures of presentations, to reduce the need to write a lot.

2. Use a tag team approach to accessing concurrent University sessions. “Conferences can be packed with interesting sessions and it can be hard to choose between interesting concurrent sessions. Although it may be tempting to attend individual sessions with trusted coworkers, consider asking your friends and workmates to spread out over the conference and attend different concurrent sessions. This strategy will ensure maximum exposure to what the conference has to offer. Set some time aside to debrief and share materials and handouts with these workmates during breaks. This will help you gain access to much more of the conference than you could as a single attendee.”1 3. Share what you’ve learned at the conference when you return home. “If you are one of only a few people in your immediate working group who is able to attend a conference you may want to focus on what you can take back to others who are not able to attend. Consider yourself an emissary for your entire working group and be committed to sharing what you learned with others. Bring conference highlights home by presenting to your department, host a brown bag debrief and share key takeaways with colleagues.”2 MENTOR PROTÉGÉE MEETING

If you were fortunate enough to sign up for our mentor-protégé session, I am certain

you will gain a great deal from the meeting. If you did not sign up, we encourage you to attend a mentor-protégé session offered by your local NDTA chapter. Or to work with your local chapter to establish a mentor-protégé program, if one does not already exist. The basics of such programs are to bring together experienced leaders, both in military and outside, to offer and exchange career goals and information with those in the formative years of their career. A mentor will help you by asking the right questions to allow you to determine what your capabilities and interests are within a field, to help determine if this is the right field for you.

LEVERAGING THE KNOWLEDGE GAINED AT NDTA-USTRANSCOM UNIVERSITY AND FALL MEETING

How does your current knowledge stand up to the expectations of your current organization? Have you gained knowledge of your strengths and weaknesses? How can you leverage the knowledge from University Day and the Fall Meeting?

1. Can a professional certification be of value to you, to advance in your career?

There were several sessions at University Day that discussed the value of certi-

fication which provide professional recognition of your knowledge and ability to apply your knowledge.

2. Would you benefit from a enrolling in one of several DOD educational and affiliated institutions? There were several sessions offered by such institutions.

3. There were many sessions offered by organizations based at Scott AFB. Which of these will require more training for you to enhance your professional knowledge?

4. Have you earned an undergraduate or graduate degree in the field of supply chain management or in sub fields such as logistics, acquisition, planning or reverse logistics? Having attended the Fall Meeting, will a degree in this field be helpful? Or perhaps a complimentary degree such as an MBA? Are you in a position to enroll in a brick and mortar institution or is enrollment in online learning your best option?

5. University Day and the Fall Meeting touched upon information technology, which offers both the promise of great productivity increases as well as the threats of cyber security. There are degree granting degrees in this field as well as professional development train-

ing. MIT offers one such program: “For non-technical business leader and corporate strategists, IT can be source of much frustration. In many companies, the relationship between IT departments and business leaders is like a troubled marriage—miscommunication is rife, leaving executives struggling to improve the situation. This course is intended to help organizations develop a language shared by managers from various backgrounds and areas of expertise, so they can work together efficiently and productively, propelling the company toward future success.”3 There are many other institutions that offer such programs, both utilizing traditional brick and mortar classes to online classes.

We hope that University Day and the Fall Meeting were of great interest to you.

NDTA will continue to support such educational opportunities through its chapters and the 2016 Annual Fall Meeting. DTJ 1 http://advisingmatters.berkeley.edu/getting-mostout-professional-conference 2 ibid 3 http://executive.mit.edu/openenrollment/program/ essential-it-for-non-it-executives/#.Vb-5tNTbK00

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CHAIRMANâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S CIRCLE

These corporations are a distinctive group of NDTA Members who, through their generous support of the Association, have dedicated themselves to supporting an expansion of NDTA programs to benefit our members and defense transportation preparedness.

AAR CORP. + PLUS Agility Defense & Government Services + PLUS AIT Worldwide Logistics, Inc. + PLUS American Roll-on Roll-off Carrier (ARC) + PLUS APL Limited + PLUS Atlas Air Worldwide Holdings + PLUS Bennett Motor Express, LLC + PLUS Boyle Transportation, Inc. + PLUS CEVA Logistics + PLUS FedEx + PLUS Final Mile Logistics + PLUS Hapag-Lloyd USA, LLC + PLUS Innovative Logistics, LLC + PLUS International Auto Logistics + PLUS Interstate Moving | Relocation | Logistics + PLUS Landstar System, Inc. + PLUS Leidos + PLUS Liberty Global Logistics-Liberty Maritime + PLUS Maersk Line, Limited + PLUS Mainfreight, Inc. + PLUS National Air Cargo + PLUS Omni Air International + PLUS Panalpina + PLUS Panther Premium Logistics + PLUS Schuyler Line Navigation Company, LLC + PLUS Supreme Group USA, LLC + PLUS TOTE, Inc. + PLUS Universal Truckload Services, Inc. + PLUS Aeroscraft Best Western International BNSF Railway Bristol Associates Choice Hotels International Crowley Maritime Corp.

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Ports America Echo Global Logistics, Inc. R & R Trucking Global Logistics Providers LLC Hybrid Enterprises Raith Engineering & Mfg. Co. W.L.L. International Shipholding Corporation SAIC Knight Transportation The Pasha Group Matson Navigation Company Inc. U.S. Bank National Air Carrier Association Union Pacific Railroad Norfolk Southern Corporation UPS

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HONOR ROLL

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SUSTAINING MEMBERS AND REGIONAL PATRONS

ALL OF THESE FIRMS SUPPORT THE PURPOSES AND OBJECTIVES OF NDTA

SUSTAINING MEMBERS 1-800-PACK-RAT A Team Logistics LLC AAT Carriers ABF Freight System, Inc. Accenture Federal Services Advantage Rent A Car Air Transport International, Inc. Airlines for America Albert Moving Al-Hamd International Container Terminal American Maritime Officers Army & Air Force Exchange Service ARTEMIS Global Logistics & Solutions Arven Services, LLC Associated Global Systems Atlas International ATS Specialized, Inc. Avis Budget Group aVolt Incorporated Baggett Transportation Company Barling Bay, LLC Benchmarking Partners, Inc. Bollore Africa Logistics C.L. Services, Inc. C2 Freight Resources, Inc. Carlson Rezidor Hotel Group Chalich Trucking, Inc. Chamber of Shipping of America Coyne Airways Coyote Logistics, LLC Crane Worldwide Logistics, LLC REGIONAL PATRONS Acme Truck Line, Inc. AFBEN, Inc. Agile Defense, Inc. Airbus Group, Inc. Alaska Marine Lines Alaska West Express American Moving & Storage Association American Trucking Associations Amyx Association of American Railroads Boeing Company C5T Corporation CakeBoxx Technologies Cargo Experts Corp.

Cavalier Logistics CeLeen LLC Ceres Terminals Incorporated

CRST Logistics, Inc. CWT SatoTravel DAMCO Delta Air Lines DHL Express Eagle Freight, LLC Engility Corporation Enterprise Database Corporation Estes Forwarding Worldwide, LLC Europcar Car & Truck Rental Executive Moving Systems, Inc. FlightSafety International Fluor FMN International, Inc. GE Aviation General Dynamics/American Overseas Marine GeoDecisions Greatwide Truckload Management Green Valley Transportation Corp.

Hertz Corporation Hilton Worldwide Horizon Lines, LLC Hub Group, Inc. IBM Institute of Hazardous Materials Management Intercomp Company Intermarine, LLC Intermodal Association of North America (IANA) International Longshoremen’s Association (ILA), AFL-CIO International Organization of Masters, Mates & Pilots Kansas City Southern

Keystone Shipping Co. KGL Holding Kuehne + Nagel, Inc. Labelmaster LMI Lockheed Martin Aeronautics Logistic Dynamics, Inc. M2 Transport Marine Engineers’ Beneficial Association Martin Logistics Incorporated Mayflower Transit McCollister’s Transportation Systems, Inc. McLane Advanced Technologies Menlo Worldwide Logistics Mercer Transportation Company National Van Lines, Inc. Network FOB, Inc. Northern Air Cargo Inc. Ocean Shipholdings, Inc. Omega World Travel Omnitracs, LLC One Network Enterprises, Inc. ORBCOMM Pilot Freight Services PODS Port of Beaumont Port of San Diego Posidon Pratt & Whitney Preferred Systems Solutions, Inc. Prestera Trucking, Inc. Priority Solutions International Priority Worldwide Services Ramar Transportation, Inc.

Roadrunner Transportation Systems Savi SBA Global Logistic Services Scotlynn USA Division, Inc. Seafarers International Union of N.A. (SIU NA) Sealed Air Corporation Sealift, Inc. Secured Land Transport SEKO Logistics SkyLink Air & Logistic Support (USA) II, Inc. Southern Air Southwest Airlines Co. SRA International, Inc. Teradata Corporation Textainer Equipment Management (U.S.) Limited Titan Services TQL Transportation Institute Transportation Intermediaries Assn. (TIA) Transportation Management Services Travelport Tri-State Motor Transit Co. (TSMT) TTX Company Tucker Company Worldwide, Inc. United Airlines United Van Lines, Inc. USA Jet Airlines UTi Aerospace and Defense Group Volga Dnepr Airlines Winston & Strawn LLP Women In Trucking Association, Inc.

CGM-NV a NovaVision Company Chapman Freeborn Airchartering Chassis King, Inc. Crystal Forwarding Dalko Resources, Inc. DB Schenker DPRA, Inc. Enterprise Holdings Enterprise Management Systems Fox Rent A Car Hanjin Intermodal America, Inc. Hospitality Logistics International JAS Forwarding John D. Odegard School of Aerospace Sciences Kalitta Charters, LLC LMJ International Logistics, LLC Lockheed Martin M/S Securlog (Private) Limited, Pakistan

MacGregor USA, Inc. MCR Federal, LLC Mi-Jack Products Miramar Transportation Naniq Global Logistics LLC National Motor Freight Traffic Association, Inc. NCI Information Systems, Inc. NFI North Carolina State Ports Authority Oakwood Worldwide Overdrive Logistics, Inc. Overwatch, Inc. (a division of Avalon Risk Management) Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association Pak Shaheen Freighters (Pvt) Ltd. Patriot Contract Services, LLC Philadelphia Regional Port Authority

PITT OHIO Port of Port Arthur Portus Reckart Logistics, Inc. REUSA-WRAPS Reusable Logistics Solutions, LLC Seabridge, Inc. Seatac Marine Services Southeast Vocational Alliance TechGuard Security Tennessee Steel Haulers The Cartwright Companies Trailer Transit, Inc Trans Global Logistics Europe GmbH TRI-STATE Expedited Service, Inc. UniTrans International, Inc. Utley, Inc. YRC Freight

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Logistics in the Falklands War Logistics in the Falklands War by MG Kenneth L. Privratsky, USA (Ret.), (Pen & Sword Military, 2014, ISBN 978 1 47382 312 9, 271 pages, Hardcover, $34.95)

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or many of us, it is difficult to believe that the Falklands War of 1982 is now 33 years in our past, yet much of the detail of Operation CORPORATE—the British effort to retake the islands from the Argentinians—has never been fully told.

This is particularly true in the case of the immense logistical challenges faced by the British forces who conducted a full-blown amphibious assault in harsh and austere conditions at the end of an 8,000 NM logistics chain. To have even attempted it was a remarkable feat (not anticipated by the Argentinians); and to have succeed so brilliantly in just 75 days must rank in the annals of military history as one of the greatest expeditionary operations in modern times.

Privratsky’s book begins by quickly setting the stage for the events which evolved from a long-simmering political dispute between Argentina and the United Kingdom over ownership of the Falkland Is-

lands—or Malvinas as they were referred to in Argentina—into armed conflict and the commitment by the British to retake the islands. The vast majority of the book, however, is devoted to the details of the rapid mobilization of forces and, in some cases, the emergency creation of force structure (STUFT – Ships Taken Up From Trade, for example) that did not even exist and sustaining it in the most austere conditions for months. While much of this story has been chronicled in books by the three principal commanders—Carrier Battle Group Commander RADM Sandy Woodward, Amphibious Task Force Commander CDRE Michael Clapp, and Landing Force Commander Brigadier Julian Thompson—Privratsky focuses on the oft overlooked support elements and provides

fascinating details into the monumental effort by planners and logisticians, ship crews and aircrews to move thousands of tons of “best guess” sustainment for an unspecified sized force for an unspecified time, for use on a largely unknown winter battlefield.

Talk about a squishy requirement!

The lessons learned in sustaining a large operation without the benefit of pre-positioned stocks and improved, modern air heads and port facilities are as germane today as they were in 1982. They are of renewed interest to today’s planners and logisticians considering future operations in underdeveloped parts of the world, and have recently seen increased focus in expeditionary training and at War colleges. Privratsky’s excellent and easily readable book would well serve as text for such studies. DTJ

Privratsky focuses on the oft overlooked support elements and provides fascinating details into the monumental effort by planners and logisticians, ship crews and aircrews to move thousands of tons of “best guess” sustainment for an unspecified sized force for an unspecified time, for use on a largely unknown winter battlefield.

| WELCOME | James Marconi

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DTA welcomes James Marconi to its headquarters team! James will be joining NDTA as the Director of Public Relations. He previously worked as a public affairs specialist at the US Navy’s Military Sealift Command (MSC).

Always one to enjoy writing, James’ communication “career” began at his high school newspaper, which prompted him to pursue a communication degree in college. He earned a bachelor of arts in communication from Marist College in Poughkeepsie, New York, where he served as editor-in-chief of college newspaper The Circle. He subsequently earned a mas-

ter’s degree in communication from the University of Maryland (UMD) in College Park, Maryland.

Following his graduation from UMD, he entered his job with MSC. James’ love of communication and strong belief in the role the US military plays for our country made his work at MSC a natural fit. In his new position with NDTA, James is excited to further the mission of defense logistics from a variety of perspectives including the Association, as well as our military and government partners, and industry members from the various modes. Please make sure to say hello to James at this month’s NDTA-USTRANSCOM Fall Meeting—he is looking forward to meeting you and working with all of you in conveying NDTA’s collective story! DTJ

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FedEx.................................. C4 Interstate............................. 35 Landstar.............................. C3 Maersk.................................. 1 Matson.................................. 7 |

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Mayflower........................... 17 Pasha.................................. 13 Pilot..................................... 21 PODS................................... 23 TOTE................................... 14

Transportation Institute........ 27 United.................................. 29 Universal............................... 2

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