Table 1 provides a number of specialist types of logistics which have unique characteristics:
| Type | Characteristics |
|---|---|
| Military Logistics | The supply, transportation and distribution of services, equipment and manpower to areas of military operations. |
| Reverse Logistics | The movement of materials from the point of consumption to the point of origin for the purpose of recycling or disposal. |
| Green Logistics | This involves measuring and minimising the environmental impact of logistical activities. |
| Global Logistics | This involves cross-border, worldwide logistical movements which incur significant challenges such as customs tariffs, security, documentation, regulations and longer transit times. |
| Humanitarian Logistics | Providing humanitarian assistance in times of war, civil unrest or following a natural disaster. The emphasis is on speed and safety. |
| Third Party Logistics (3PL) | This is a specialist logistics provider that undertakes selected logistics activities on behalf of a customer. |
Table 1: Special Types of Logistics