What is Emergency Logistics?

Emergency logistics refers to the planning and execution of logistics activities to meet urgent and unforeseen logistics needs during emergencies.

It involves cross-trade operations, where local agents manage triangular operations to ensure the emergency allocation of goods to affected areas. Emergency logistics aims to provide support functions that enable the efficient movement of goods and services during disaster losses. The effectiveness and efficiency of emergency logistics are crucial in saving lives and mitigating the impact of emergencies.