Dear Colleague,

Welcome to this, the first edition of MineTech International's SitRep, frontline reports from around the world, updating you on the latest developments in both landmine clearance and security solutions.

This issue covers two key product developments enhancing both mine detection and ground clearance. We also look at the difficulties facing clearance teams in Laos and discover how lessons learned in mine clearance are helping global security services as new dogs learn old tricks.

We hope you find this and future editions of SitRep to be a valuable information resource.