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Search team revives Sinjar

Search team revives Sinjar

Returning to a place that caused hurt requires grit. Sometimes a relentless will to give back. Eight years after the war, the terror of that time still resonates. “I lost hope and thought there was no life for us anymore,” says…

Exclusive: Inside Kyiv’s explosive stockpile

Exclusive: Inside Kyiv’s explosive stockpile

During our recent visit to Kyiv, GCS got to see some of the remnants of war that were amassed by various agencies since the current conflict began. These striking images partly reveal the gravity of Russia’s invasion.

A Long-awaited Visit to GCS Iraq

Following more than a year of travel restrictions, GCS CEO Philipp von Michaelis finally returned to Iraq this month. He visited the local GCS teams where he witnessed unprecedented progress and took the opportunity to express his gratitude in person for their tireless commitment.

GCS in Iraq: Successfully Navigating Multiple Challenges

GCS in Iraq: Successfully Navigating Multiple Challenges

Despite the challenges presented by the unprecedented pandemic situation, GCS was successfully granted full Operational Accreditation from UNMAS and was awarded a further UNOPS/UNMAS project for explosive ordnance clearance operations in Mosul.

When tensions flare – GCS in Libya

In recent years GCS has become increasingly active in areas where conflicts have not entirely come to an end. Staying on the ground in such situations comes with a certain element of risk – and it is a decision that GCS does not take lightly.