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1 Supply Handling Storage Testing Disposal of Explosives, Weapon Systems & Section 5 Goods Secure Safe Competent Compliant

2 EPC-UK, A subsidiary of the EPC Groupe, offer tailor made solutions for the Defence and Security sectors. With a global presence throughout Europe, Africa and the Middle East, for over 120 years, the EPC Groupe has enjoyed a reputation for effective solutions, technological innovation and high-quality customer service. Providing integrated single-source solutions that meet the needs of customers EPC-UK has extensive experience in the manufacture, handling, storage and transportation of explosives. EPC-UK s professionalism is epitomised by the high-calibre and experienced staff who take immense pride in their commitment to customer service and safety. Darrell Howard Director EPC United Kingdom Plc / 2

3 EPC-UK is uniquely placed to provide secure, safe and compliant services for handling, storage, integration and testing of explosives and associated products, including: Storage & Handling - Upper Tier COMAH sites within the UK - Unrivalled explosives storage capacity Disposal & Demilitarisation - Extensive expertise in the Defence and Civil sectors - Proven track record in managing complex disposal programmes Integration & Testing - Experienced technical staff - Dedicated, well-equipped Integration and Testing facilities Training & Demonstrations - Range of training packages - Bespoke training facilities Dedicated Account Managers - PRINCE2 qualified Project Managers - Accredited Quality Management systems Explosives, Accessories and Related Products - RDX, PETN, linear cutting charges, sheet explosives, boosters, det cords, non-electric dets, powder Weapons systems, rockets, ammunition and munitions - Suppliers to the Security and Defence sectors, in the UK and Internationally - Sole UK Agent for Combined Systems Inc. less-lethal range Specialised Multimodal Logistics Team - Dedicated charter for Class 1 - Licensed dock with Bonded storage facilities Supply, Handling, Storage, Testing & Disposal of Class 1 Explosives / 3

4 EPC-UK is uniquely placed to offer integrated solutions for the supply, storage, integration & testing, disposal and transportation of a wide variety of explosives, weapons systems and their associated hardware. Focused on the highest levels of professionalism Ensuring on-time and cost effective solutions, EPC-UK provides secure stewardship for each of its clients and complete project management from initiation to delivery. /4

5 Facilities and Capabilities The facility is based on a remote 1200 acre site at the Bramble Island facility in Essex, close to the international ports of Felixstowe and Harwich. Amenities include up to 720 tonnes HT1 and 210 tonnes HT3 & HT4 of storage capacity; secure HT1 transit storage. With our very own licenced dock and bonded warehouse, this wide range of facilities benefit from regular charter sailings to and from the European mainland. EPC-UK also operate a fleet of specialist vehicles (EX II and EX III) throughout the UK and Europe. Licensed under the Manufacture and Storage of Explosives Regulations (2005), EPC-UK operates two dedicated weapon systems process buildings, alongside a testing facility for trials and explosives training and destruction grounds. In addition, EPC-UK operates a number of dedicated facilities and depots throughout the UK, which affords us an unique nationwide footprint. Secure Safe Competent Compliant Supply, Handling, Storage, Testing & Disposal of Class 1 Explosives / 5

6 EPC-UK s high calibre and professional staff strive to deliver bespoke solutions for customers. Experienced and highly committed technical and quality management teams ensure strict adherence to industry best practice. Expertise and Experience EPC-UK is a specialist in the destruction of fireworks, TEPs, bulk explosives and more complex weapon systems. We have a proven track record in project management of successful transportation and comprehensive disposal, demilitarisation, in both the military and civil sectors. / 6

7 European Distribution Warehouse EPC-UK operates a European Distribution Warehouse for the supply of demolition stores and related products. This unique facility ensures that products are readily available for supply to authorised customers. EPC-UK is the sole UK Agent for Combined Systems Inc. (CSI). A US-based company, founded in 1981, CSI is a premier engineering manufacturer and supplier of less-lethal tactical munitions and crowd control devices to military forces and law enforcement agencies around the world. EOD/IED disruptors Plastic Explosives (C4, PE4, PE7, PETN, RDX etc) Detonators and detonator assemblies Detonating cords Safety fuses IM compliant natures and systems Inert training items Non-electric initiation (shock tube) systems Breaching systems Flexible linear shaped cutting charges Boosters 12ga, 37mm and 40mm single and multishot launchers Pyrotechnic and less-lethal munitions Secure Safe Competent Compliant Supply, Handling, Storage, Testing & Disposal of Class 1 Explosives / 7

8 CLASS 1 CONSOLIDATION EPC Logistics provide a globally secure, integrated door-to-door service for the safe, compliant transportation of hazardous and protectively marked goods. Vehicles are equipped with GPRS tracking and drivers are ADR trained to the highest standard. Global Logistics & Multimodal Transport Specialist Specialising in the international transportation of hazardous and restricted goods and ensuring compliance with country-specific regulations, we deliver cost-effective solutions. A leading provider for the dangerous cargo supply chain EPC Logistics capacity includes a dedicated fleet of vehicles, commercial airline and rail options, dedicated charter sailings into our own dock as well as full or part charters internationally. / 8

9 Introducing cost efficiencies to the Class 1 explosives market The EPC Logistics Groupex service enables part loads of HD Class 1 goods to be loaded with other compatible products into a single consignment, to deliver cost-effective efficiencies to our customers. EPC Logistics operates its own regular sailing to and from mainland Europe from its own purpose built dock, located at our secure site in Harwich. The dock is licensed to receive 125 tonnes NEQ at any given time, allowing EPC Logistics to provide security and ensure schedule integrity to your shipment. Our secure dock and magazine stores enable us to facilitate large volumes of explosives and offer on-site storage for both Groupex and full load containers. Secure Safe Competent Compliant Supply, Handling, Storage, Testing & Disposal of Class 1 Explosives / 9

10 Police officers and conventional military forces are often required to deal with conflict situations. While many of these conflict situations can be resolved by a few well-chosen words, others require varying degrees of physical force. The availability of less-lethal options to both military forces and police officers offers greater choice when seeking to resolve a situation prior to it becoming absolutely necessary to discharge a firearm, in order to save lives. Supply of Less-lethal Munitions and Equipment Aerosol Defence Irritant & Smoke Munitions Impact Munitions Flash Bangs Sting-Ball Grenades Penn Arms Launchers CTS-Thompson Handcuffs Breaching Munitions Breaching Tools Fuzes & Components / 10

11 SPIRIT encapsulates the core values of epc groupe Safety Passion Integrity Respect Innovation Team Work Secure Safe Competent Compliant Supply, Handling, Storage, Testing & Disposal of Class 1 Explosives / 11

12 EPC-UK Bramble Island Great Oakley Harwich, Essex CO12 5JW Telephone: +44 (0) YOUR SAFETY IS OUR CONCERN