text: Chapter 9
  Coordination with host nations that have access to suitable, deep draft port facilities, infrastructure, and
  support equipment should be considered in the early planning of the operation.
  CONSIDERATIONS
  9-23. Commanders and staffs participating in multinational operations consider and answer the following
  questions with respect to maritime operations:
  • What are the land and air components’ relationship with the maritime component?
  • Are maritime forces operating in the littoral environment to project forces ashore as part of a
  multinational operation?
  • What is the scope of support from the maritime component in terms of time and space?
  • Are maritime forces contributing to operations ashore by conducting operations in direct or indirect
  support of land and air operations?
  • What is the multinational structure of the maritime component and what capabilities does it possess?
  • What is the potential for sea basing?
  • What control procedures will be used to de-conflict air (to include unmanned aircraft systems),
  indirect fire, and afloat assets including small boats?
  • Who has control and requires access to the recognized maritime picture and intelligence products?
  • How does the maritime component link to the COP?
  • If there is a maritime interdiction operations concept of operations, does it support achieving
  specified objectives?
  • Are there any commercial or national constraints on using contracted vessels?
  • Can all multinational partners be supported by the maritime component?
  • What medical treatment facilities exist in the maritime component?
  • Are casualty and medical evacuation assets available?