The Vault
An Authoritative Source for UXO Data
Introducing The Vault
Since 2012, Ordtek has delivered projects across Europe, Asia Pacific and the US, developing The Vault, our extensive UXO data repository.
The Vault brings together thousands of historical sources, including wartime mine maps, ship logs, air raid reports and previous UXO desktop studies, alongside technical specifications, research papers, military exclusion zone maps and EOD records.
Our specialist archivists and historians continually verify and expand this resource using trusted sources, including national archives, libraries, military institutions and museums. Vault underpins our evidence-led approach to UXO risk management, helping us deliver informed, effective advice worldwide.
Smarter Mitigation
The Vault and our in-house expertise help Ordtek assess the likelihood of encountering UXO or chemical warfare agents (CWA), often before the initial Hazard Assessment begins.
With experience across 30 countries, we understand regional offshore UXO risks. Where local data is limited, The Vault draws on records from other regions to support informed, comprehensive risk assessments, even in less-explored areas.
How We Use The Vault
Ordtek’s eight-phase UXO risk management framework supports projects from concept through construction, maintenance and decommissioning. The first three phases cover UXO Hazard Assessments, UXO Risk Assessments and Mitigation Strategies.
We use The Vault to identify and analyse relevant historical UXO data for each project area. Our findings are tailored to the site and mapped in GIS shapefiles, highlighting potential hazards, including low-ferrous mines and chemical warfare agents (CWA).
These findings inform the Risk Assessment and mitigation strategy, ensuring proportionate measures are implemented in line with ALARP principles. The Vault enables targeted, flexible and cost-effective risk management.
Empowering Better Outcomes
The Vault enhances the accuracy and efficiency of Ordtek’s UXO risk management, drawing on historical records, technical research and lessons learned from global projects.
By combining this data with specialist expertise, we deliver reliable, evidence-led risk assessments and tailored mitigation strategies to support informed project decisions.
