GCS are delighted to announce the handover of two of our cutting-edge, remote-controlled demining platforms to the Ukraine State Special Transport Service as part of a package including training and equipment for local deminers.
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Rémi Duflot, Chargé d’affaires a.i. of the EU Delegation to Ukraine presented the latest delivery, designed to meet the urgent needs of Ukraine’s state mine action operators, in the framework of the European Union’s EUR 25 million support package for humanitarian demining announced at the EU-Ukraine Summit of February 2023.
After the first machine delivered earlier this year was christened “Nadiya” – hope, the two new machines will be called “Vira” – faith and “Lyubov” – love, in keeping with the tradition.
Meeting with Brigadier General Oleksandr Yakovets, Head of the State Special Transport Service , Duflot said “The EU supports Ukraine in meeting the challenges posed by mine contamination, including through the provision of urgently needed equipment. Our work together saves lives, gives hope and contributes to a better future for Ukraine”.
As pioneers of mine clearance technology, GCS has been creating safe environments in Ukraine since 2022. Our secure and customised solutions save lives and are essential for Ukraine’s recovery and reconstruction. Demining allows for the safe return of the civilian population and relaunch of economic activities, notably in the transport, trade, and agricultural sectors.
For more information, please see the EU press release: