Pearson Engineering took Ukraine-driven innovation to DVD

Pearson Engineering demonstrated how its ongoing support to Ukraine is helping shape the next generation of mine action technology at the recent DVD defence show, with visitors to its stand trialling the organisation’s latest capabilities for themselves.

Since Ukraine’s invasion in 2022, the Newcastle-head quartered defence manufacturer has supplied vehicle-mounted engineering and mine clearance systems to support the country, including mine ploughs, rollers and mine-clearing systems.

The experience gained in Ukraine is informing Pearson Engineering’s research and development, helping the company understand the evolving mine threat and develop technologies designed for the realities of modern conflict and humanitarian clearance.

At stand SP-26, visitors were able to use a simulator to experience the MineWolf MW370 Next Generation and Threat-Sense systems. The MW370 Next Generation incorporates increased automation to enhance the safety and effectiveness of mine clearance, while Threat-Sense utilise AI to identify threats.

The technologies have applications that extend beyond the battlefield. With Ukraine facing extensive and long-term mine contamination, Pearson Engineering is committed to supporting the country’s humanitarian mine action requirements and developing the capabilities needed to help return contaminated land to safe and productive use.

Ian Bell, CEO of Pearson Engineering, said: “Ukraine has given us an invaluable understanding of the challenges facing mine clearance today. Our continued support is not only helping meet an immediate and vital need; it is also informing how we develop the technologies that will make mine action safer and more effective in the future.

“We were particularly pleased to give visitors to DVD the opportunity to experience MineWolf Next Generation and Threat-Sense for themselves. These technologies demonstrate how frontline insight, engineering expertise and innovation can come together to address one of the most pressing humanitarian challenges facing Ukraine and other mine-affected countries.”