About Company
We find and destroy landmines, cluster munitions and unexploded bombs in places affected by conflict. We also work to limit the causes and address the consequences of armed violence in communities. Our work saves lives, eases suffering, protects human rights and contributes to sustainable peace and security. Since 1989, we have helped over 20 million people in 70 countries.
British Army engineer Rae McGrath witnessed first-hand the horrific impact on civilians of landmines and unexploded bombs while serving in the army as well as while working for NGOs in Afghanistan. He also saw how these weapons were hindering reconstruction and aid delivery.
McGrath returned to the UK determined to find ways to protect communities and, in 1989, set up the Mines Advisory Group near Cockermouth in England’s Lake District.