Znaczenie rurociągów NATO w łańcuchu dostaw paliw do wojsk
The Importance of NATO Pipelines in the Military Fuel Supply Chain
Author(s): Jacek WoźniakSubject(s): Energy and Environmental Studies, International relations/trade, Military policy, Transport / Logistics
Published by: Wojskowa Akademia Techniczna im. Jarosława Dąbrowskiego
Keywords: pipelines; fuels; supply chain; military operation; fuel depots;
Summary/Abstract: The purpose of this article is to present the history of the construction of the pipeline under the English Channel, operation „PLUTO” as an innovative element of fuel supplies to the continent as part of the „Overlord” operation and currently operating in Central Europe, the multinational NATO fuel pipeline system (CEPS – Central Europe Pipeline System) along with infrastructure (refineries, seaports, fuel depots, airbases, and other equipment). The responsibility of the NATO authorities for creating fuel policy in the field of storage and distribution under this system was outlined. The core part of the article concerns CEPS as a significant element of the fuel supply chain for military and civil aerodromes, as well as for fuel depots of NATO ground forces, thus reducing operating costs for its use.
Journal: Systemy Logistyczne Wojsk
- Issue Year: 52/2020
- Issue No: 1
- Page Range: 171-182
- Page Count: 12
- Language: Polish
