This exclusive interview offers an insight into the future of counter-explosive ordnance (EOD) operations through the eyes of Major Mark Fetters, the British Army’s Future Counter-Explosive Ordnance Capability Lead. Drawing on 15 years of front-line and strategic experience, Major Fetters discusses the evolving nature of global explosive threats, the capability gaps facing modern forces, and the cutting-edge technologies - such as AI, robotics, and remote sensing - set to revolutionise detection and neutralisation.
The interview also explores the importance of military-humanitarian collaboration, the role of industry in accelerating innovation, and the operational demands of preparing specialist units for rapid deployment. It's a must-read for defence professionals, industry innovators, and humanitarian leaders interested in shaping the next generation of EOD and C-IED capabilities.