From Mined Land to Farmland 🌾
Supporting governments, regional authorities, and commercial companies with EOD and mine clearance services, technical solutions, knowledge, training, and technology transfer.
Three decades of proven expertise in mine action and humanitarian demining
Countermine Operations AB is a Swedish group of companies established by Lars Nylin in 1994, built on 30 years of Mine Action and Explosive Remnants of War (ERW) project experience.
We specialize in providing comprehensive mine clearance and EOD services to governments, regional authorities, international organizations, and commercial companies operating in post-conflict areas.
"From Mined Land to Farmland" - We transform dangerous, contaminated land into safe, productive areas where communities can thrive and economies can grow.
Our team of specialists from Sweden, Denmark, and Norway has successfully completed 125+ projects for numerous clients in diverse environments, from desert operations in Libya to challenging terrain in the Balkans.
Full-service provider with 100% quality and satisfaction guarantee
Advanced ORACLE II system for high-capacity mine clearance. Up to 15,600 m²/hour, 55cm depth. The safest and most cost-effective solution for large contaminated areas.
Professional EOD services for all types of unexploded ordnance, improvised explosive devices, and munitions. Expert teams with military backgrounds.
Comprehensive technical assessments, desktop studies, and field surveys to identify contaminated areas and develop clearance strategies.
Traditional manual demining operations using mine detection dogs and trained personnel for complex terrain and sensitive areas.
Comprehensive clearance of former conflict zones, ensuring all areas are safe for resumption of commercial activities and civilian use.
'On the job' training for manual deminers, operators, and mechanics. Building local capacity for sustainable mine action programs.
Development of comprehensive SOPs, HSE documentation, and quality management systems tailored to your project requirements.
Complete project management services from planning through execution to quality assurance. Experienced management teams ensure on-time, on-budget delivery.
We stand behind every project with complete quality and satisfaction assurance. We will match any competitors' offer while maintaining the highest safety and quality standards.
The world's most advanced mechanical demining system
The ORACLE II represents decades of innovation in mechanical demining. Built on a Caterpillar 973C armored track loader platform with our proprietary Spitfire Tool, it delivers unmatched safety, speed, and efficiency.
Proven across 125+ projects with zero Quality Control failures.
| Base Platform | Caterpillar 973C Track Loader |
| Clearance Tool | Spitfire Rotating Grinder Head |
| Clearance Rate | Up to 15,600 m²/hour (1.5 ha/h) |
| Clearance Depth | Up to 55 cm below surface |
| Mine Capacity | AT mines up to 18 kg TNT |
| Protection | Fully armored operator cabin |
| Control | Manned or remote operation |
| Support | Global CAT network (98% parts in 48h) |
| Feature | ORACLE II | Flail Systems | Manual Demining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clearance Rate | Up to 15,600 m²/hour | 3,000-5,000 m²/hour | 20-50 m²/day |
| Clearance Depth | Up to 55 cm | Up to 30 cm | Variable (manual) |
| Mine Treatment | Crushes before detonation | Detonates in place | Manual extraction |
| Safety Level | Armored cabin protection | Armored cabin | High personnel risk |
| Cost-Effectiveness | Highly cost-effective | Moderate | Labor-intensive |
| UN SOP Compliance | Single run clearance | Often requires follow-up | Compliant |
| QC Track Record | Zero failures (125+ projects) | Variable | Variable |
Discover how our proven technology can make your mine clearance project safer, faster, and more cost-effective.
Request Project Consultation125+ successful projects across three decades
Major mine clearance operations at Ras Lanuf oil facility, clearing 6 million m² in just 3 months. Successfully destroyed over 5,500 Anti-Tank mines, enabling resumption of critical oil infrastructure operations.
Secured critical oil infrastructure, enabled economic recovery, and restored land to productive use. Created employment and trained local personnel in advanced clearance techniques.
Extensive mine clearance operations throughout the Balkans region, including Croatia and surrounding countries. Successfully cleared tens of thousands of mines from post-conflict areas.
Returned thousands of hectares of agricultural land to local communities, enabled infrastructure development, and contributed to post-war reconstruction efforts.
Since 1994, Countermine Operations has executed mine action projects across diverse environments and for various client types, building an unmatched track record of safety and quality.
Thousands of civilians now live safely on cleared land, free from the threat of landmines and unexploded ordnance.
Millions of square meters transformed from dangerous minefields into productive agricultural land and commercial development zones.
Clearance operations enable resumption of oil production, infrastructure development, and local employment opportunities.
Technology transfer and training programs create lasting local expertise in mine action and humanitarian demining.
Let's discuss how we can support your mine clearance project
Countermine Operations AB
Box 2189
SE-103 15 Stockholm
Sweden
lars.nylin