FSD group
The FSD group comprises three entities: FSD (Fondation suisse de déminage), Crosstech S.A and the association FSD France.
In Iraq, where temperatures reach 50°C for much of the year, deminers start work at sunrise. (Iraq, 2024)
Organisation
The three entities of the FSD group
FSD (Fondation suisse de déminage)
FSD is a humanitarian non-governmental organisation (NGO) based in Geneva, Switzerland. Founded in 1997 under the name, “Fédération suisse de déminage” (Swiss federation for mine action), the organisation was renamed Fondation suisse de déminage (Swiss foundation for mine action) in 2003. FSD provides consolidated accounts for the three entities of the FSD group.
Crosstech S.A.
Crosstech S.A. is a commercial company registered in Geneva. FSD created Crosstech in 2007 to intervene in projects which humanitarian NGOs cannot implement. FSD fully owns the commercial company.
Association FSD France
In 2005, FSD created a sister organisation in Archamps, in neighbouring France. Registered under French law, FSD France is an association with around 60 members. The association mainly implements its projects with financial support from the European Union.
