scope:

The purpose of this document is to describe the key modes of multinational logistics: Lead Nation (LN), Role Specialist Nation (RSN), Multinational Integrated Logistic/Medical Unit (MILU/MIMU), and Third Party Logistic Support Service (TPLSS), which are outlined in AJP-4 (Allied Joint Logistic Doctrine).

This publication is applicable to the full spectrum of potential NATO operations, both Article 5 and non-Article 5, Crisis Response Operations (CRO), as well as in exercises, including those conducted in co-operation with the United Nations (UN), the European Union (EU), and the Organisation for Security and Co-operation in Europe (OSCE). It is also applicable for non-NATO nations participating in NATO-led operations.

This publication specifically does not address the issue of Framework Nation because that concept has wider implications for organisational and command structures that are not directly pertinent to the delivery of logistic support. Other enablers of multinational logistic support such as Mutual Support Agreements are included.