Jacques Callebaut

Jacques Callebaut is the public relations chief for the DOVO, Belgium's bomb disposal service, known for his expertise in managing the challenges of unexploded ordnance from World War I. His role involves communicating the risks associated with ordnance found in the region and ensuring the safety protocols are followed during disposal operations. Under his guidance, the DOVO team responds to over 2,000 requests annually from farmers and construction workers to safely dispose of potentially dangerous munitions. Callebaut emphasizes the importance of advanced technology, such as X-ray scanning, in assessing the threats posed by these relics of the past.