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Ukraine’s $28 billion demining challenge opens market for drones, sensors and AI

Sappers in Ukraine. Photo by State Emergency Service of Ukraine

Ukraine’s vast mine-contamination problem is creating a market that extends well beyond traditional clearance, with investment opportunities emerging across drones, satellite imagery, sensors, artificial intelligence, mapping software, robotics and heavy equipment, according to a new report from Pravo Intelligence.

Roughly 139,000 square kilometers, or about 25% of Ukraine, still requires survey and potential clearance. Explosive-hazard management and debris-clearance needs are estimated at almost $28 billion, part of an overall reconstruction requirement of $588 billion.

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