Integrated Logistics & Sustainment: The Foundation of Mission-Ready Fleets

Integrated Logistics & Sustainment: The Backbone of Mission Readiness

Mission readiness isn’t achieved when a vehicle rolls out of a depot — it’s earned every day that platform remains operational, reliable, and safe.
For defence organizations managing large and aging fleets, Integrated Logistics & Sustainment (ILS) is the framework that makes this possible.

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At Damera Defence, we deliver ILS programs that tie together every element required to support a modernized fleet: maintenance engineering, spare parts supply, diagnostics, training, documentation, and long-term lifecycle planning. All of it is coordinated through a single, structured system designed to reduce downtime and keep platforms in the fight.

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Our capability is grounded in two decades of heavy-duty fleet experience from the Mississauga Bus Group of Companies (MBGC) and the electrification and engineering expertise of Damera Corporation. Together, this gives us a unique advantage: we build modernization programs with sustainment already built into the architecture.

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Designing for Maintainability From Day One

Sustainment cannot be an afterthought — especially for fleets facing high operational tempo or deployed in contested environments.

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When we upgrade or integrate a system, we design with:

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• Ease of access for maintainers
• Modular components that reduce replacement time
• Serviceability pathways aligned with depot capabilities
• Documentation that supports standardized maintenance across bases

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This approach ensures that the platform’s performance does not degrade after deployment and that even complex technologies — electrified systems, advanced sensors, APS, or digital vetronics — can be maintained effectively throughout their life.

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What a Modern ILS Program Should Deliver

Our ILS framework is built to support the full lifecycle of a defence vehicle, from integration to field service. Key components include:

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► Maintenance Engineering & Predictive Planning

We create reliability-driven service schedules backed by engineering analysis, ensuring each fleet receives maintenance at the right time — not too early, not too late.

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► Spare Parts Management & Supply Chain Reliability

We maintain access to OEM-approved parts through partnerships with Cummins, Allison, ZF, ABB, and other authorized suppliers.
Tracking systems support shelf-life management, configuration control, and traceability across NATO-standard documentation formats.

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► Training & Technical Skill Transfer

Our programs include hands-on instruction for:

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• Line technicians
• Depot maintainers
• Fleet managers
• High-voltage and EV safety personnel

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This includes step-by-step procedures, troubleshooting logic, and safe handling of electrified components.

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► Diagnostics, Telematics & Condition-Based Maintenance

We support integration of:

• AI-driven diagnostics
• Health and usage monitoring systems (HUMS)
• Predictive alerts based on vibration, temperature, and load
• Over-the-air data review (where feasible)

These tools help military maintainers fix issues before they escalate and maximize availability.

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► Lifecycle & Sustainability Optimization

Fleet operators receive:

• Lifecycle cost models
• Electrification readiness assessments
• Long-term sustainment strategies
• Resource planning for 10–15+ year operation

These tools help defence agencies reduce total ownership costs while increasing operational uptime.

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Quality Standards You Can Trust

Damera Defence operates within ISO 9001-certified processes and meets all requirements under Ontario’s Motor Vehicle Inspection Facility (MTO) program.

This gives defence partners confidence that:

• Every part handled meets traceability standards
• Every technician follows proven procedures
• Every electric system is maintained under TÜV-certified HV safety protocols
• Every upgrade remains supportable throughout its lifecycle

These quality controls align with the documentation and accountability expected in NATO-compliant sustainment programs.

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Why Integrated Sustainment Matters More Than Ever

Whether supporting electrified fleets, upgrading decades-old platforms, or integrating new sensors and survivability systems, modern defence operations depend on continuity.

ILS ensures:

• Higher operational availability
• Reduced downtime
• More predictable lifecycle costs
• Safer, more reliable vehicles
• Efficient integration of new technologies
• Better data for readiness forecasting

For defence professionals responsible for fleets, logistics, or acquisition, ILS is no longer optional — it is the core enabler of mission readiness.

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Looking to strengthen your sustainment, logistics, or modernization program?

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Reach out to Eric Dion, Eng. EMBA — Chief Commercial Officer, Damera Defence
📧 e.dion@dameracorp.com
He will guide you through how our ILS framework supports readiness from day one and throughout the lifecycle.

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