South Korea deploys AI and internet of things into military logistics

South Korea is expanding the use of AI in military logistics as part of a broader effort to modernize and automate its defense capabilities.

Seoul-based Willog has signed an agreement with the Republic of Korea Army Unified Supply Depot, which manages the military's logistics operations, to provide supply chain monitoring systems using Internet of Things (IoT) and AI technology.

AI will be integrated into the logistics of the South Korean military. Photo: DMN

The agreement includes joint research, technical advice and integration of Willog's information and communications technology logistics tools into military supply networks.

IoT devices will track shipment location and shipping conditions, such as temperature, humidity, and impact, while the AI platform processes the data to generate predictive insights to protect military assets and improve logistics efficiency.

While the company has previously used the system in high-risk commercial sectors, including pharmaceuticals, precision instruments and manufacturing, this is the first time it has applied the system on a large scale in the public sector.

Representatives of Willog and Korea at the agreement signing ceremony. Photo: Willog

“Integrating advanced private sector technology is essential to the future of military logistics,” said an official from the Army’s Unified Supply Depot. “Through our partnership with Willog, we look forward to building a more efficient and sophisticated logistics system for our armed forces.”

The new deal is part of Seoul's ongoing digital transformation program for the military through AI.

This past July, South Korea's Nearthlab unveiled the Xaiden attack drone, which is capable of carrying mortar rounds and operating in AI-coordinated swarms to target drones, vehicles, and other moving assets.

The system builds on the KAI DEN interceptor drone launched last year, but shifts its focus from air defense to multi-target strike missions.

Seoul also announced plans to give industry access to vast military data to support the development of AI-powered weapons systems.