NATO MDO Synchronisation – C2 Implications: How to achieve converging effects in the continuum of competition?
This year’s conference, organised in cooperation with the Canadian Joint Warfare Centre, is titled ‘ NATO MDO Synchronisation – C2 Implications’: How to achieve converging effects in the continuum of competition? An important but complex subject in a time where conditions and requirements change rapidly. This event will take place from 19-21 of November 2024 at the Majoor Jan Linzel Complex – The Hague, The Netherlands.
The objective of the conference is to gain new insights on how the NATO transformation into a Multi-Domain Operations (MDO) enabled Alliance can be further supported from a Command and Control (C2) perspective. An important element is the synchronisation with non-military actions within other Instruments of Power and with external stakeholders. The discussions during the conference will be focused on the C2 implications of synchronisation in support of this NATO transformation.
The NATO C2COE Conference is a high-level event, bringing together military and civilian senior and future leaders of multinational commands and organisations. These leaders will be joined by various subject matter experts with a civilian, academic or industry background. Multiple presentations, interactions and group & panel discussions will allow the expertise and different viewpoints of the participants to create and contribute to a better understanding on how an effective NATO MDO synchronisation can be achieved and how C2 implications are to be managed, in order to achieve the desired converging effects in the continuum of competition.
If you have any questions, require a personal letter of invitation or would like to make a contribution related to this conference, please contact the OPR or DOPR mentioned as Points of Contact.
The NATO C2COE Command and Control Conference 2024 aims to facilitate active engagement and meaningful dialogue among participants. Attendees will have the opportunity to interact with senior military and civilian leaders from NATO and various nations. Through lively discussions, insights sharing, and shaping the future of international security, participants will play a key role in advancing collective knowledge. We are looking forward to seeing you in The Hague!
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‘NATO MDO Synchronisation – C2 implications’: How to achieve converging effects in the continuum of competition?’
NATO is transforming into a Multi-Domain Operations (MDO) enabled Alliance. An important element of NATO’s MDO concept is the synchronisation with non-military actions within other Instruments of Power and other non-military actors, like industry, to create converging effects in all dimensions.
A key question will be, “What are the C2 implications?”
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To have a fruitful meeting about NATO decision-making in the future we require a variety of viewpoints.
Therefore we would like to welcome:
- (Flag-) Officers that organise and execute C2;
- Staff and operators who deal day-to-day with C2 issues;
- Academics and faculty who study and share knowledge on C2;
- Industry specialists with their view on technology.
- Conference: Majoor Jan Linzel Complex (MJLC) – Brasserskade 227A, 2497 NX, Den Haag
- IceBreaker: Plein-Kalvermarktcomplex – Kalvermarkt 32, 2511 CB, Den Haag
- Hosted Dinner: Nieuwe of Littéraire Sociëteit De Witte – Plein 24, 2511 CS, Den Haag
Travel arrangements to and from The Hague and the booking of hotel accommodation are the individual responsibility of each participant.
Plane:
If traveling by plane, the recommended airports for arrival are:
- Rotterdam The Hague Airport: Airportplein 60, 3045 AP Rotterdam (NLD), www.rotterdamthehagueairport.nl https://goo.gl/maps/7z69vaiYhKrHcX1j8
- Amsterdam Schiphol Airport: Evert van de Beekstraat 202, 1118 CP Schiphol (NLD), www.schiphol.nl
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Bus transport:
On the 22nd and 23rd of November, morning bus transportation services will be provided from the city center of The Hague to the MJLC venue. The buses are scheduled to depart from Hofweg 5-7 at 07:50, a location situated in close proximity to Hotel Novotel and other central hotels (approximately a 5-7 minute walk).
In the afternoon, these bus services will be made available for the return journey, transporting attendees from the MJLC venue to the city center of The Hague, which is also the location for the ice-breaker and networking event.
Public Transport:
Public transportation is a convenient option for reaching the MJLC from both Rotterdam-The Hague Airport and Schiphol. To access the MJLC, you can take a train to Delft train station. Subsequently, you can board EBS bus number 60 (destined for Nootdorp) and disembark at the Defensie bus stop. From there, it is a brief 4-minute walk to the seminar location.
For additional details, including timetables and the ability to book train tickets, please visit the following websites: www.ns.nl and/or 9292.nl.
Car:
Arriving by car Navigation address: Brasserskade 227a, 2497 NX, The Hague (GPS: 52.028118, 4.362068). https://maps.app.goo.gl/Av7CNH9vKW45zjQm8
There is free parking (although limited) at the MJLC.
There is sufficient hotel accommodation, both near the MJLC and in the center of The Hague, dependent on individual preferences. Additionally, Dutch military participants have the option of lodging directly at the MJLC.
- Conference: Military participants should adhere to the Service Dress code, while civilians are encouraged to smart casual.
- Icebreaker: A smart casual attire is suitable.
- Hosted Dinner/Networking Event: The hosted dinner at “Societeit De Witte” requires attendees to observe either a service dress code or business attire (with tie).
English will be the working language of the seminar. Translation services will not be provided.
Please be aware that security measures during the seminar are as follows:
- Photography is not allowed on the military premises, please check with any of the POCs when there is a need to take a photo. Official photo’s, including the group photo, will be published on http://www.c2coe.org
- During the in-processing (registration) you will receive a seminar badge. The badge must be worn visible at all times during the seminar and the icebreaker. Besides that you have to carry a national ID card or passport at all times.
- No supporting materials (e.g. presentations, documents etc.) which you intend to use during the meeting should be over the level of ‘NATO UNCLASSIFIED’. The discussions remain on the level of NATO UNCLASSIFIED.
Why you should attend!
Renowned experts from the academic, military, and business spheres will debate in themed panels the challenges and questions raised inside this trifold and how the Alliance and its partners might best evolve and leverage Command and Control capabilities to enhance and sustain NATO’s core tasks.
This is your opportunity to hear from senior military and civilian leaders from across NATO and the nations on these topics of extreme importance and to engage and contribute to a robust discussion to strengthen and enhance the Alliance.
Registration
The registration will open as soon as possible
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Let us know when you have additional questions or issues regarding the Command and Control Conference 2024
NATO.C2COE@mindef.nl
