Trusted Digital Solutions for Military Mobility
from paper-based clearance to resilient, interoperable operationsAFTS digitizes customs and military mobility processes, enabling faster, more resilient and interoperable cross-border operations, even under adverse conditions.
TRL 7
validated in operational environment
Operational readiness
Designed for operations under adverse conditions
Digital NATO Form 302
Customs Clearance
Resilient & interoperable
multi-node architecture
The challenge of military mobility in a fragmented landscape
Military mobility across NATO and allied states is still largely dependent on fragmented, paper-based processes. National regulations, manual customs procedures and limited interoperability between systems lead to delays, administrative overhead and reduced operational agility.
In particular, NATO Form 302 customs procedures remain a critical bottleneck. Clearance processes are often slow, non-transparent and vulnerable to disruptions, especially when operating across multiple jurisdictions or under adverse conditions.
Fragmented national processes
Each participating state applies its own procedures, formats and approval workflows, resulting in inconsistent timelines and limited predictability.
Paper-based NATO Form 302 / customs clearance
Manual handling of documents increases administrative workload, error rates and processing times, while limiting real-time visibility.
Limited interoperability
Existing systems are often not designed to exchange data seamlessly across borders or organizations, hindering coordinated operations.
Vulnerability under adverse conditions
Centralized or non-resilient systems can fail when network connectivity, infrastructure or security conditions are compromised.
These challenges directly impact the speed, reliability and effectiveness of military movements and highlight the need for a secure, resilient and interoperable digital approach.
A secure and resilient digital solution for military mobility
AFTS provides a secure digital platform that transforms military mobility and customs clearance from fragmented, paper-based processes into resilient and interoperable digital workflows.
The solution is specifically designed for use in military and governmental environments across NATO and allied states.
By digitizing NATO Form 302 and related clearance processes, AFTS enables faster approvals, improved transparency and higher operational reliability.
The platform supports cross-border coordination while maintaining strict security and compliance requirements.
Resilient system architecture
The platform is built on a resilient multi-node architecture that continues to operate even in the event of partial system outages or degraded network conditions.
Advanced security and encryption
AFTS applies high-assurance security mechanisms and advanced encryption to protect sensitive data throughout the entire process lifecycle.
Interoperability by design
The solution is designed to integrate with existing national and organizational systems, enabling secure data exchange and coordinated operations across multiple jurisdictions.
In addition, AFTS provides embedded tracking and monitoring capabilities that improve situational awareness and support decision-making throughout military movements. This enables authorities and operators to maintain oversight without increasing administrative complexity.
Together, these capabilities establish AFTS as a robust foundation for modern, digital military mobility.
Credibility through validation, partnerships and operational focus
AFTS is developed and validated in close alignment with military, governmental and industry stakeholders.
The platform focuses on operational relevance, security and interoperability rather than conceptual experimentation.
Trusted by our partners, aligned with leading institutions
Invest in the future of digital military mobility:
Capabilities
Digital F302 customs processes
Diplomatic clearances
Dangerous goods
Movement credits
Heavy / oversized transports
Fields of Expertise
- 40+ years combined executive experience in IT, manufacturing and complex project delivery
- Deep expertise in process digitalisation and software development for regulated environments
- Defence and military-related project experience, including logistics and mobility use cases
- Strong track record in publicly funded R&D and multinational cooperation frameworks
- Unique defence & civil network up to Flag Officers and General Officers level
- Agile, fast-moving organisation with high adaptability
Operational impact through digital military mobility
By digitising and streamlining military mobility and customs clearance processes, AFTS delivers measurable operational benefits across speed, efficiency and situational awareness.
Up to 80% faster clearance cycles*
Digital workflows significantly reduce processing times for customs and clearance procedures, enabling faster and more predictable cross-border movements.
Reduced administrative overhead by up to 60%*
Automation and standardisation lower manual effort, reduce duplication and minimise administrative workload across participating organisations.
Improved operational transparency
Embedded tracking and monitoring capabilities provide enhanced visibility throughout the clearance and movement process, supporting informed decision-making.
Increased resilience and reliability
Resilient system architecture and decentralised operation help maintain functionality even under degraded network or infrastructure conditions.
*based on internal evaluations
Testimonials
Ramon Macias
LtCol. Ramon Macias, NATO ACT, Norfolk, USA
In multinational defense operations, speed, interoperability and security are mission-critical. AFTS delivered a resilient and scalable blockchain solution that significantly enhanced our customs clearance process for cross-border-movement of military goods. The team demonstrated successfully their capability at CWIX25, deep technical expertise and operational flexibility – enabling us to simulate real-world logistics across borders in near real-time. AFTS has proven to be a highly reliable innovation partner for NATO ACT in defense digitalization.
Prof. Dr. Marc Schomann
Academic Director, Steinbeis School of Future Tech and Digital Innovation, Stuttgart, Germany
In the rapidly evolving landscape of defense digitalization, innovation must be grounded in both technical excellence and operational viability. AFTS has demonstrated exceptional capability in translating cutting-edge blockchain technology into mission-ready defense solutions. Their CBMMG platform for military logistics digitalization represents a rare combination of academic rigor and practical implementation – achieving NATO CWIX validation and TRL 6-7 status while maintaining the agility of a focused innovation team. The depth of their cryptographic architecture and their understanding of complex regulatory frameworks in defense procurement make them an ideal partner for applied research and technology transfer initiatives. AFTS exemplifies the kind of strategic innovation partner that bridges the gap between digital transformation theory and defense sector reality.
Impressions
Our participation in NATO’s ATCIC 2025 demonstrates the capability of our platform to:
- Prove blockchain-enabled logistics in real-world operational environments.
- Enhance transparency and trust in multinational supply chain operations.
- Strengthen resilience and cybersecurity under realistic field conditions.
- Support allied forces with mission-ready, interoperable logistics solutions.
Picture(s): Jarno Kovamäki / Finnish Defence Forces
June 2025 – Bydgoszcz
CWIX 2025 – Coalition Warrior Interoperability Exercise
AFTS participated in the NATO CWIX 2025 exercise in Bydgoszcz, contributing to the Logistics Track with blockchain-based solutions for decentralized military supply chains. With participants from more than 30 nations, CWIX brought together experts from across the Alliance to test interoperability and shape future capabilities.
February 2025 – Helsinki
TIDE SPRINT – Logistic Track
AFTS participated in the NATO TIDE SPRINT 2025 conference in Helsinki, contributing to the Logistics Track with a dedicated presentation.
With over 1,100 participants – the largest attendance in the event’s history – TIDE SPRINT gathered experts from across the Alliance to exchange ideas and shape future capabilities.
November 2024 – Brussels
First EDA CUSTOMS Programme Meeting
In November 2024, AFTS attended the inaugural meeting of the EDA Cat A Programme “Harmonising Military Requirements Related to Customs” held physically at Eurocontrol in Brussels.
The meeting focused on presenting initial results from the CUSTOMS Study Core Team, updates on the EDF project “Secure Digital Military Mobility System (SDMMS),” and discussed the future roadmap of the CUSTOMS Programme under EDA.
This important event fosters closer cooperation between European defence stakeholders to streamline and secure military customs processes.
March 2024 – Cordoba
ASTWG Meeting – Asset Tracking Working Group
At the ASTWG meeting held in March 2024 in Córdoba, AFTS presented its innovative blockchain-based tracking solution to representatives from 11 nations.
The presentation highlighted how blockchain technology enhances transparency and security in supply chain tracking for defence applications.
This multinational gathering provided an excellent platform to share insights and collaborate on advancing logistics technologies across allied forces.
About Us
AFTS GmbH is a technology company dedicated to solving one of the most complex and mission-critical challenges in defence and security: secure, fast, and trusted cross-border military mobility.
Modern military operations depend on the ability to move forces, equipment, and supplies across national borders efficiently and lawfully. Yet today, this process is still dominated by fragmented procedures, paper-based workflows, national silos, and limited transparency. Customs processes, diplomatic clearances, dangerous goods regulations, movement permissions, and oversized or heavy transport permits are often handled separately, manually, and without end-to-end traceability. The result is delay, uncertainty, and unnecessary operational risk.
AFTS was founded to change this fundamentally.
What We Do
AFTS develops the only fully digital Military Mobility solution with real operational validation, designed to cover all core pillars of military mobility in one integrated system:
- Customs procedures and military-specific customs processes
- Diplomatic clearances and movement authorisations
- Dangerous goods documentation and compliance
- Movement credits and transport permissions
- Oversized and heavy transport permits
Our platform is blockchain-based by design, ensuring data integrity, traceability, and trust across all participating stakeholders. Each authority, organisation, or nation remains the owner of its own data, while still benefiting from secure interoperability with partners along the entire transport corridor.
Proven in Real Operations
Unlike conceptual or purely academic solutions, AFTS has been tested, validated, and proven in real multinational operations. In close cooperation with military units, customs authorities, and international partners, our solution progressed from concept to operational validation at TRL-7 in record time.
As a NATO ACT contractual partner, AFTS has successfully demonstrated its platform in live cross-border corridors involving multiple nations and authorities. These pilots have shown measurable reductions in processing time, administrative effort, and coordination complexity, while significantly increasing transparency and auditability.
This real-world validation is a core part of who we are: we build technology that works under operational pressure, not just on slides.
Our Approach
AFTS acts as a neutral and trusted digital enabler between military forces, civilian authorities, and international organisations. We do not replace national sovereignty or existing legal frameworks. Instead, we translate them into secure, digital workflows that are interoperable by design and adaptable to national specifics.
Key principles guiding our work include:
- Security and trust by architecture through decentralised blockchain infrastructure
- Interoperability first, aligned with international standards and multinational cooperation needs
- Practical usability, developed together with end users in military and customs environments
- Scalability, enabling gradual expansion from pilot corridors to multinational deployment
- Transparency and traceability, supporting governance, compliance, and audit requirements
Our Mission
AFTS develops the only digital militarymobility solution with proven operational use. As a NATO ACT contractor, it was developed in record time from concept tooperational validation together with militaryand customs authorities. The blockchain-based platform addresses all core pillars ofmilitary mobility (customs procedures, diplomatic clearances, movement orders, dangerous goods, and permits foroversized and heavy transport) and is beingprogressively expanded to establish theglobally preferred “Trusted Digital Military Mobility Solution.”
Our Vision
AFTS is the globally preferred, neutral partner for the Trusted Digital Military Mobility Solution.
Why AFTS
AFTS combines deep expertise in defence logistics, regulatory processes, and blockchain technology with hands-on experience from real multinational operations. This unique combination allows us to bridge the gap between strategic policy objectives and operational reality.
We work closely with international organisations, national authorities, industry partners, and research institutions to continuously refine and expand our platform — always with a clear focus on operational impact, trust, and long-term sustainability.
In a world where speed, security, and cooperation are decisive, AFTS provides the digital backbone to make military mobility fit for the challenges of today and tomorrow.
Invest in the Future of Digital Military Mobility
AFTS offers qualified investors the opportunity to participate in the growth of Europe’s leading digital military mobility platform through a regulated Private Placement.
The investment is structured via Tokenize.it, a compliant platform for digital securities. This ensures a transparent, legally secure, and fully digital investment process.
Investment Highlights:
- NATO ACT contracted, TRL 7 validated
- Addressing a multi-billion euro market in defence digitalisation
- Clear path to European Defence Fund and multinational procurement
- Experienced founding team with 40+ years combined expertise
