Focused Logistics 2009

October 26, 2009 - October 27, 2009
The Tower Guoman, London, UK

Introduction

Formerly known as DE&S, Focused Logistics 09 will address a series of topical and key issues facing the international defence logistics community. Subjects will range from the support to current operations, through acquisition, the support chain, logistics transformation to future possibilities. After two years focusing on acquisition and logistics, in 2009 the event returns to its routes with a strong emphasis on operational logistics. Timed to be held just before the NATO senior logisticians meeting this event will be ideally placed to let industry gather with government and military decision makers.

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Conference Programme

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To quote Air Vice-Marshal Kevin Leeson, from the 2006 event, the then Assistant Chief of the Defence Staff (Logistics Operations) concluded:

"Unifying logistic ethos is one of the key themes of the Defence Logistics Programme. With 32 speakers and 350 participants from around the world – from all elements of the logistic community – the conference offered a tremendous opportunity for us all to compare priorities and reach a shared understanding."

Keynote Address:

Rear Admiral Linda Bird (Ret'd), Director of Logistics Programmes and Operations, NATO Maintenance Supply Agency, Luxembourg

Confirmed speakers include:

Brigadier General Krzysztof Szymanski, Director Logistics, Polish Armed Forces, Poland

Wing Commander Jeremy Porter, Deputy Director, Movement Coordination Centre Europe, NATO

Rear Admiral Kathleen Dussault, USN, Director Supply, Ordnance & Logistics Division, Office of the Chief of Naval Operations, Formerly Commander of Joint Contracting Command Iraq/Afghanistan

Major General Trond R Karlsen, Commander, Norwegian Defence Logistics Organisation, Norway

Lieutenant General (rtd) Bill Mortensen, Formerly Deputy Commanding General Army Materiel Command & Executive Fellow, Institute for Defense & Business, USA

Brigadier J Henderson, Director Logistics (Army), HQ LAND, British Army, UK

Colonel Roman Dufek, Multi National Logistics Centre, Czech Army, Czech Republic

Brigadier General Krejcar, Director Logistics Division, Czech Ministry of Defence, Czech Republic

Focused Logistics has been running since 1998, and for the past two years we have concentrated on acquisition support led by the merger here in the UK of the DLO and the DPA. For 2009 we have returned to our roots driven by the upcoming surge in Afghanistan to a NATO force of 90,000 troops.

Therefore the theme this year will be Operational Logistics: Lessons Learnt & Future Challenges. This is an excellent time to bring the military and industry together to discuss how we equip and support our forces in Afghanistan and how the changes we make now will impact on how we support our forces in the future. Although there will be a concentration on Afghanistan we welcome input on other operations with an expeditionary element, such as EUFOR and Task Force 151.

Exhibition

Although the Focused Logistics Conference will not feature an exhibition, there are a number of limited spaces available for pop-up/table-top displays within the refreshment area. Packages can be tailored to suit your individual needs.

For more information contact Helen Nagle on +44 (0)1753 727018 or email hn@shephard.co.uk

Venue & Hotel Information

Venue

The Tower Guoman Hotel, St Katharine's Way, London, E1W 1LD

The Tower is located on the north bank of the River Thames right beside Tower Bridge and the Tower of London, so perfect for exploring the historic landmarks or the riverside, both on foot or on one of the many river cruises. The hotel also overlooks St Katharine's Dock, a unique waterside location in the centre of London.

The financial district, Hays Galleria and the London Dungeon are all close to the hotel. You can go further, of course – there’s easy access to the Underground and the West End is only a 10-minute drive away.

Hotel Bookings

The Corporate Team in conjunction with Shephard Events has arranged special rates for delegates attending the event.

If you wish to contact The Corporate Team please quote ID Number 10046FL.

Tel: 44 (0) 207 592 3050  
Fax: 44 (0) 207 828 6439
E-Mail: events@corporateteam.com
Or visit www.corporateteam.com/events/10046FL for an online hotel booking form.