The Surface Force Projection Conference Purpose

The National Defense Transportation Association (NDTA) and Christopher Newport University’s (CNU) Center for American Studies (CAS) are excited to jointly present the NDTA-CAS Surface Force Projection Conference (SFPC) “Managing Disruptions Thru the Strategic Ports to Improve Deployments” to be held May 17-19, 2022, at Christopher Newport University in Newport News, Virginia.

NDTA along with the NDTA Surface Committee and Ports Subcommittee partner with members of the Joint Staff J4, USTRANSCOM’s Military Surface Deployment and Distribution Command (SDDC), U.S. Department of Transportation’s Maritime Administration (MARAD), the Association of American Port Authorities (AAPA), Logistics and Transportation industry and academia to find innovative ways to improve deployment readiness, solve challenges and improve U.S. capability to respond and operate in a global, multi-domain, and contested environment.  The purpose of the SFPC is to: 

• Bring together the US, government, and industry surface logistics and transportation experts to build relationships and trust.
• Examine, collaboratively, the challenges associated with pre-deployment, deployment, reception, and redeployment of forces, equipment, and sustainment.
• Motivate and mentor young professionals in this critical field highlighting a need for their involvement, and an opportunity to learn and develop among the most knowledgeable representatives from industry and government. NDTA and CAS encourage all participating organizations to get their young leaders and professionals involved in the SFPC.

Attendees will have an opportunity to attend meetings, and hear from notable keynote speakers, moderators, and panel members.  Best of all everyone will enjoy long overdue in-person networking.  The 2022 SFPC  line-up and agenda will be provided in the coming weeks.

NDTA is also hosting an exposition where organizations can highlight their logistics and force deployment solutions. Attendees can benefit from the sharing of information. For more information, please visit the conference sponsorship & expo page.

Register here today! The early bird deadline ends April 17, 2022.

A block of rooms has been reserved at the Newport News Marriott at City Center.  Reservations can be made here.

Please know that NDTA and CNU continue to monitor COVID-19 guidelines issued by DoD and the University as well as state and county government. The Newport News Marriott City Center is also committed to guest safety and health to provide a safe environment for everyone.

We look forward to seeing you in person at 2022 SFPC. To register and view the agenda and additional information, please visit our website.