SAPA participates in the Executive Forum breakfast for executives with Lieutenant General Fernando Miguel García y García de las Hijas, head of the Army Logistics Support Command (MALE).

We are in an unprecedented moment for military logistics, a time that demands collaboration, announced Lieutenant General Fernando García de las Hijas. Industry, research centers, and the Armed Forces must join forces and collaborate more and better, because they all play an essential role in this transformation of our capabilities.

In a global context marked by instability and widespread conflict, military logistics stands as a fundamental pillar for operational success. This was emphasized by Lieutenant General Fernando Miguel García y García de las Hijas, head of the Army Logistics Support Command (MALE), during a breakfast held in Madrid this Friday. At this event, which brought together executives from Spain’s leading defense companies, the general presented the Spanish Army’s ambitious plan, focused on transforming its logistics processes through collaboration with industry and the adoption of new technologies, highlighting the crucial role of companies like Sapa.

Logistics as a Critical Factor
García de las Hijas emphasized the importance of logistics in military operations, citing as an example the logistical failures that contributed to the failure of the first Russian offensive in Ukraine. «The success of operations lies in logistics; it is critical and fundamental,» he stated. This approach is essential for the Army’s future 35th Force, which seeks to make the most of advanced logistics capabilities.

Collaboration with Industry and Technological Innovation
The Army’s plan is based on three key pillars: close collaboration with industry, the application of new technologies to advance toward predictive logistics through the Silpre project, and the Córdoba logistics base, which will be the epicenter of these changes.

Sapa, one of the event’s sponsoring companies, plays an essential role in this transformation. Their commitment to innovation and the development of advanced technologies is a vital component for the success of the Silpre (Integrated Predictive Logistics System) project, which will allow for anticipating logistical needs and improving the sustainment of military platforms. «Now the key is predictive, that is, anticipating,» explained García de las Hijas.

The Córdoba Logistics Base: Epicenter of Transformation

The Córdoba logistics base was highlighted as a project «at the forefront of innovation» and a «lever of transformation» for the Spanish Army. This facility will be crucial for implementing new logistics technologies and methods that will define the future of Spanish military operations.

A Call for Collaboration
The lieutenant general called on industry to work together with the Armed Forces and research organizations. «All of us—the Armed Forces, businesses and industry, and research organizations—have to do more, better, and, above all, faster.» He emphasized that industry is an integral part of logistics, serving as the «fifth step» that guarantees the development, entry into service, and complete lifecycle of equipment. Companies like Sapa are fundamental to this process, contributing their experience and technological capabilities to ensure efficiency and effectiveness at all stages.

Digital Transformation and a Change of Mindset
Digital transformation is another crucial component of the plan, involving a change of mindset and the adoption of new technologies and information systems. The support of organizations such as the Center for Information and Communications Systems and Technologies (Cestic) is essential to this drive.

A Historic Moment for Military Logistics
The vision of logistics has changed dramatically in recent decades, going from being a «hidden and obscure» area to being «at the forefront of transformation and innovation,» according to García de las Hijas. This change occurs in a complex geopolitical context, with conflicts in Europe and the Middle East, where competition has replaced collaboration.

People: The Main Asset
Finally, the lieutenant general emphasized that in this «transformative dynamic,» the Army’s service members are «the main asset.» In an environment of constant evolution and challenges, the adaptability and continuous training of human resources will be crucial to the success of military logistics. The logistics revolution of the Spanish Army is an example of how innovation, technology, and collaboration with industry, especially with companies like Sapa, can transform a critical area for military operations, ensuring superiority and effectiveness in an increasingly challenging world.