Demilitarization Munitions Recycling
Full-Service Demilitarization Program
Responsible. Compliant. Sustainable.
AIA – REAS OTS B.V. brings over 30 years of successful experience in the safe reduction, disassembly, and recycling of surplus and stockpiled munitions. As a trusted leader in the Netherlands and beyond, we provide end-to-end demilitarization solutions, enabling the responsible disposal of conventional armament materials while maximizing commercial recovery.
Our Expertise
As one of the Netherlands’ premier Integrated Life-Cycle Managers for conventional armaments, we specialize in the safe and efficient demilitarization of a wide variety of munitions. Our team includes specialists in:
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Program Management
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Engineering & Systems Integration
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Environmental Management
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Health, Safety & Security (HSE)
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Quality Assurance
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Contracting & Compliance
Munitions Demilitarization & Material Recovery
Our demilitarization services cover a wide range of munition types, with a focus on safe processing, environmental stewardship, and material resale:
| Munition Type | Recovery and Resale Activities |
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| Bulk Propellants | Recovered for commercial blasting use |
| Separate Loading Propelling Charges | Resale of propellants, metals & packaging |
| HE Improved Conventional Munitions | Recovered metals, plastics & packaging |
| HE D-Loaded Munitions | Metals & packaging materials recovered |
| Pyrotechnics | Magnesium reuse, resale of metals & packaging |
| Fuzes | Recovered metals & components |
| HE-Filled Bombs | Explosive fillers repurposed for blasting; recovered metals sold |
| HE-Filled Cartridges & Projectiles | Explosive fillers reused; recovered metals resold |
Demilitarization Capabilities
Our technical capabilities span a wide spectrum of munitions dismantling and disassembly operations:
- De-linking ammunition
- Defuzing projectiles
- Pull-apart of ammunition assemblies
- Sawing projectiles, warheads, and rocket motors
- Disassembly of aircraft flares
- Disassembly of ICM rounds and submunitions
- Disassembly of Cluster Bomb Units (CBUs)
- Disassembly of MLRS rockets, motors, and warheads
Our Commitment to Sustainability
At AIA – REAS, we believe that defense responsibility includes environmental responsibility. Our demilitarization processes are designed to:
- Minimize environmental impact
- Maximize material recovery and recycling
- Reduce disposal costs
- Comply with all relevant environmental regulations
“We feel a deep responsibility to leave the planet in better shape for future generations.”
Trusted, Proven, Compliant
AIA – REAS OTS B.V. has safely and successfully managed the demilitarization and recycling of thousands of tons of surplus munitions. Every operation is guided by our commitment to safety, efficiency, and sustainability.
