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BACKGROUND

In 2017, TDI was contracted to provide UNMAS with a multi-task capacity to conduct survey and clearance tasks in South Sudan.

ACTION

The eight TDI teams performed a variety of tasks during the tenure of this contract including explosive ordnance disposal (EOD), technical and non-technical survey and battle area clearance (BAC) and general mine action assessment (GMAA). The teams also conducted community liaison whilst visiting communities and provided explosive ordnance risk education (EORE).

OUTCOME

The teams removed over 6,200 items of unexploded ordnance and 110,000 items of small arms ammunition. Over 2,725,000 of land was cleared by battle area clearance and a further 1,485,000m² by ground preparation.

Two South Sudanese personnel were promoted to Technical Field Managers after initially joining the mine action industry as Deminers, moving up to Team Leader and then eventually Technical Field Manager status within TDI. Although travel was restricted during times of challenging road and weather conditions, the TDI teams accomplished all of their tasks. This project was completed in mid-2020.

TESTIMONIALS

“Exceeded all my expectations on this work, the professionalism and standard of the work process was exceptional... TDI played a big part in keeping my schedule on track.”

“I have found TDI to be very thorough and professional in carrying out their demining activities and I have no hesitation in recommending their services to prospective clients.”

“TDI continues to adapt to the changing requirements of the operational environment and we would have no reservations on recommending them for inclusion in further projects in challenging conditions.“

“TDI have conducted all operations with professionalism, enthusiasm and initiative. They have kept production going during extreme weather, when other subcontractors have not been able to maintain their operations.”

“The work completed to date has been to a standard exceeding expectations of WesternGeco.”

“(TDI) have conducted themselves in a professional and dedicated manner in all interaction with the Sudanese authorities and local population. In addition to this they have worked closely with the National Mine Action Centre when required and cooperated fully with all our partners in Darfur for which we are very grateful.”

“I am indebted to TDI for the intense and comprehensive training of Sibro’s National EOD Operators and the continuing mentorship of these teams…It is my fervent hope that TDI should continue its good work”

“We can certify that the professional relationship established early last year has yielded success in implementing a complex project and delivering the expected results. We value TDI as a reliable partner and are extremely satisfied with the cooperation to date.”

They have provided a professional and high level of clearance support as well as project management throughout the contract period. We would recommend them to any future contractor.”

It is very impressive to see how much you and the team have managed to achieve in extremely challenging circumstances. The project is really building momentum.

In May 2020, armoured vehicles of the Force had been silted up for several days so a recovery truck was needed. TDI personnel were escorted to the site and did an outstanding and effective job of assisting the vehicles. I would like to personally thank all those involved for their professionalism and their reactivity.

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