BLUF
NATO’s ability to sustain large-scale operations now depends on rebuilding critical infrastructure, civil-military coordination, and merchant capacity—without these, frontline support may be too slow or vulnerable to survive. National shipping needs stronger policy incentives.Learning Outcomes
• Strategic Awareness — The article demonstrates how NATO’s logistical vulnerabilities could undermine deterrence and operational readiness in high-threat environments.
• Military Management — Highlights the critical need to rebuild infrastructure, restore merchant capability, and secure supply chains through civil-military partnerships.
• Communication & Cognition — Emphasises the importance of planning and coordination across public, private, and international actors to maintain operational coherence.
