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Wallenius Lines hosts seminar in Almedalen on civil-military cooperation at sea

Wallenius Lines is hosting a seminar at Almedalen to spotlight a very highlighted area right now: how to ensure effective civil-military coordination at sea in the wake of our NATO membership.

Sweden’s new role as a host nation for allied forces places high demands on our ability to coordinate logistics across land, sea, and air – especially in times of crisis. Maritime transport will be a key enabler in moving people, equipment, and resources when it matters most.

The seminar is arranged together with Nordic Way Services, a wholly owned subsidiary of Wallenius Lines, created to coordinate civil and military logistics across the Nordic region – with a special focus on Host Nation Support and Sweden’s NATO integration. Together, Wallenius Lines and Nordic Way Services bring this critical topic to the Almedalen stage, highlighting the urgent need for joint planning, clear responsibilities, and practiced cooperation.

Why this matters:

Sweden’s long, strategically important coastline makes maritime logistics essential for our supply resilience. Shipping links all modes of transport and keeps supply chains moving in both peace and crisis. But military resources alone won’t be enough – civil-military cooperation is not just important, it’s essential.

The seminar will address key questions such as:

  • What does the host nation role mean for maritime operations?
  • How can we deploy resources quickly during crises?
  • How do we coordinate sea and land logistics?
  • What does functioning civil-military cooperation look like in practice?
  • What obstacles stand in the way – and how do we overcome them?

Panelists include:

  • Michael Kellerman, Vice President, Head of Group Security, Military & Security Advisor Soya Group / Nordic Way Services
  • Geir Michaelsen, Chief Commercial Officer, Wilhelmsen / WilNor
  • Alexandra Anstrell, MP, Defence Committee (Moderate Party)
  • Hanna Westerén, MP, Defence Committee (Social Democratic Party)
  • Jens Mattsson, Director General, Swedish Defence Research Agency (FOI)

Event details:
Type: Debate / Panel Discussion
Event ID: 1119
Language: Swedish
More details about the seminar here

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