Weatherhaven has delivered and installed a complete camp infrastructure to support a new demining training facility in Ukraine. This project will help build national capacity to clear unexploded ordnance and landmines, improving safety for civilians and supporting reconstruction. The facility will train personnel in modern clearance techniques while providing them with safe, comfortable accommodation and workspaces, enabling effective instruction and knowledge transfer under challenging local conditions.
The deployed camp forms the backbone of a new training hub where Ukrainian specialists can learn to detect, remove, and safely dispose of mines and other explosive remnants of war. By providing an operational base with accommodation, classrooms, and welfare amenities, the camp enables continuous, intensive training programs. Weatherhaven’s rapidly deployable solution allowed the site to become operational quickly, directly accelerating national preparedness and resilience against explosive hazards.
Robust camp design integrates power, HVAC, and life-support systems
The camp was engineered for year-round operation, incorporating reliable power generation and distribution networks, including backup generators to ensure continuity during outages. HVAC systems were tailored to Ukraine’s temperature extremes, maintaining comfortable conditions throughout the seasons. Lighting, water treatment, and waste management systems were also integrated to create a self-sustaining site. This holistic design approach ensures that trainees and instructors can work and live safely in a fully supported environment.
Efficient installation enabled rapid operational readiness in challenging conditions
Weatherhaven’s experienced team deployed to Ukraine to oversee site preparation, assembly, and commissioning of the camp. Despite logistical constraints and challenging local conditions, the installation was completed on schedule. Local contractors were engaged where possible to support the build, providing knowledge transfer and ensuring future maintainability. The structured installation process allowed systems to be tested and certified before occupancy, ensuring the camp was safe, secure, and fully functional from day one.
Arch-framed Series 4 shelters provide durable, versatile accommodation solutions
Central to the camp are Weatherhaven’s Series 4 arch-framed shelters, chosen for their durability, rapid deployment characteristics, and adaptability. These shelters form the primary accommodation and workspace structures, offering insulated, climate-controlled interiors resistant to harsh weather. Their modular design enables flexible interior layouts for dormitories, classrooms, and administration areas. Kitchens and sanitation blocks were delivered as containerised units, providing fully equipped, easily maintainable facilities to support personnel comfort and daily operations.
Complex logistics ensured safe delivery and coordinated international support
Delivering the camp involved complex logistics, requiring careful coordination between Weatherhaven, international partners, and Ukrainian authorities. Materials and equipment were consolidated, transported, and cleared through customs under tight timelines. Security protocols ensured safe passage through high-risk regions. Detailed planning and sequencing minimised disruption and avoided delays, while transparent communication across all stakeholders kept the project on track. This logistical effort was crucial to rapidly bringing the training capability online.
Safety systems protect personnel and ensure emergency preparedness on site
Health and safety were prioritised throughout design and installation. Fire detection and alarm systems were fitted across all shelters, alongside portable extinguishers and clear signage. Emergency egress routes were planned into every structure, with illuminated exit markings and muster points designated. Electrical and fuel systems were installed to international safety standards. Regular safety briefings and drills are planned to ensure staff readiness, protecting personnel and safeguarding the camp’s long-term operation.
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