ABSTRACT
Firstly, we are struck by a plethora of far-reaching and multifaceted challenges that Arctic supply chain practices and operations encounter. These challenges range from the intricacies of logistics in Arctic shipping to the unique geographical features of the region, from the limited and decrepit infrastructure to the cultural diversity and social dimensions that shape healthcare delivery and re-supply procurement. Social sustainability is an immensely important objective that must not be sidelined or ignored. Instead, it deserves to be given equal footing with, or even prioritized over, the other two privileged dimensions of sustainability. However, achieving it in the Arctic is widely considered a daunting task, as evidenced by the abundance of data compiled in this anthology. It has become evident through the exploration of real-life cases that supply chain management practices deployed in the region play a vital role in either hindering or promoting social sustainability.
