Founded in 2005 and added to Shephard's publishing portfolio in 2009, Military Logistics International is a truly global, market-leading publication covering the broad area of military logistics.

MLI's comprehensive coverage of ground, air and naval logistics ranges from fresh ‘after-action’ reports of logistics operations in the field, through logistics transformation issues, to analysis and discussion about industrial aspects of logistics and supply chain matters. The writing in MLI mirrors the common approach to military logistics: factory to foxhole.

Leading figures in the world of military logistics are regularly interviewed to give their views on crucial logistics matters. A highly respected international list of contributors ensures that MLI features the best analysis, comment and news.

3 EDITORIAL COMMENT
Entering the unknown

4 NEWS
• Navistar, DRS showcase MaxxPro concepts
• US armour faces sustainment challenges
• Oshkosh highlights FMTV recap potential
• Kenno Tech upgrades Finnish ballistic protection

8 THIRSTY WORK
The US Army requires vast quantities of water to sustain its forward operations. Scott R Gourley looks at some of the innovative technologies shaping the resupply mission.

12 FIGHTING FIT
Efficient catering, sanitation and medical facilities are essential to ensuring the operational effectiveness of troops on overseas contingency operations. Ian Kemp discusses the capabilities of leading European firms.

16 ON CLOSER INSPECTION
Keeping naval ships ready for operations is a constant battle that is waged at specialist shipyard facilities around the globe, Tim Fish reports.

22 LOGGING ON
The UK is among a number of countries looking to both streamline and digitise its logistics activities. Beth Stevenson explores how industry is providing affordable solutions.

26 ADAPTABLE AIRLIFT
Despite the economic downturn affecting western defence spending, the tactical airlifter market remains active with new opportunities opening in Asia and South America, reports Claire Apthorp.

29 SHIFTING GEAR
While some countries, such as the US, are looking to draw down their inventory of support vehicles, others are embarking on a new phase of expansion in capabilities, find Scott R Gourley and Ian Kemp.

35 POWERING FORWARD
Learning from the long deployments in Afghanistan and Iraq, both the UK and US are looking at how to deploy more efficient bases in the future, discover Scott R Gourley and Ian Kemp.

39 TASTE THE DIFFERENCE
When food is produced for deployed troops, it must not only provide enough sustenance for prolonged operations, but be appetising to those consuming it. Angus Batey explores how manufacturers are evolving the humble ration pack.

DEPTH FORWARD
44 ENGINEERING THE FUTURE
Francis Tusa talks to Brig Martin Boswell, director electrical and mechanical engineering in the British Army, about ongoing changes and difficulties currently facing the Royal Engineers.

Spring 2012
(Dimdex, Defence IT, NDIA Logistics, DSA, SOFEX, AUSA Sustainment,)

• Transport Aircraft
• Water Supply
• Deployable Infrastructure
• Naval MRO
• Trucks and Trailers
• Future Basing
• Logistics IT
• Ration Packs

Summer 2012
(Eurosatory, Farnborough Air Show, Performance Based Logistics, ILA Berlin)

• Medical Support
• Combat Engineering
• Pallets and Cases
• Aircraft MRO
• Field Power
• Catering

Autumn 2012
(Africa Aeorspace and Defence, Modern Day Marine, AUSA Annnual, Euronaval, Zuhai Air Show)

• Air Resupply
• Amphibious Logistics
• Ammunition Supply
• POL Supply
• Vehicle Reset

Winter 2012/2013
(I/ITSEC, Aero India, AUSA Winter, IDEX)

• Air Transport
• RFID
• Clothing
• Bridging Systems
• Logistics Services

Military Logistics International is part of the land and support division in Shephard's internationally renowned publishing portfolio and delivers the audience logistics providers need.

MLI has circulation of over 7,300 and each printed copy has a 4 times pass on readership. (Adestra Readership Survey 2010).

Circulation has been further enhanced with the launch of our new free digital editions service.

Shephard's publications are also distributed at all major shows throughout the year.

Advertising in MLI will ensure your message really is seen by the right people in the industry. Do not miss this unique opportunity.

For advertising enquiries contact:

Jackie O'Connor, Commerical Manager on: +44 (0)1753 727009, email jackie.o@shephardmedia.com