Multi-Corps Land Component Command’s core staff element to include staff officer from the Netherlands

The Multi-Corps Land Component Command’s (MCLCC) core staff element now includes a staff officer from the Netherlands. The core staff element comprises 12 personnel from Finland, Sweden, Denmark, Norway, the U.S.A., and the Netherlands.

At the Army Command in Mikkeli today on 13 January 2026, the Flag of the Netherlands was hoisted to fly alongside the Colours of Denmark, the U.S.A., Finland, Norway, and Sweden. 

The MCLCC is tasked to command and control the Alliance’s land forces and coordinate the operating of national land forces in the Northern area. This involves, among other, planning, preparing and leading relating to the Alliance’s joint training exercise activity. 

The MCLCC became operational on 1 September 2025 with the core staff element strength of altogether eight personnel. Over the next few years, the personnel strength is to increase up to c. 50 personnel in total.