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Socotec buys Italy’s GIMAC in UXO risk management push

PUBT·09/22/2026 09:06:03
Socotec buys Italy’s GIMAC in UXO risk management push
  • SOCOTEC Italia acquired GIMAC, an Italian specialist in detecting unexploded ordnance (UXO) and conducting explosive ordnance clearance.
  • Deal expands SOCOTEC’s UXO footprint beyond Germany, where the group holds the top market position.
  • GIMAC, founded in 2011, employs 65 specialists across Italy with the country’s highest qualification for onshore explosive ordnance clearance.
  • Transaction targets risk assessment, UXO search, and clearance services for major infrastructure projects.
  • Carlo Barbagallo will remain GIMAC CEO, retaining a minority stake.


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