SCE announces enforcement of waste transport licensing regulation starting March 13
The Supreme Council for the Environment (SCE) has announced that Edict (7) of 2024, regarding regulating waste transport licensing will come into effect on Thursday, March 13, 2025.
The edict is part of the Kingdom of Bahrain's efforts to enhance environmental oversight and ensure compliance with health, environmental, and economic standards.
It represents a key step towards achieving integrated waste management.
The SCE urged all relevant entities to adhere to the specified requirements, highlighting their importance in protecting the environment, safeguarding public health, and promoting sustainability.
The council emphasised the necessity of full compliance with the edict, stating that legal action will be taken against any violations to uphold approved environmental standards.
Compliance is both a legal and environmental responsibility that mitigates health and environmental risks while reinforcing sustainable waste management practices.
The SCE specified that all companies must obtain a waste transport licence through http://envservices.gov.bh, either from the vehicle owner or a legal representative.
Required documents include proof of vehicle ownership, an annual activity report, a commitment to the council's transport licensing terms, an incident and spill management plan, and proof of installed GPS tracking and waste load monitoring systems.
These systems must be linked to an electronic platform provided by STC Bahrain, following the previously announced mechanism.
The council noted that the licence will be valid for one year, renewable upon compliance with the regulations.
It further noted that Article 5 of the edict outlines specific obligations for waste transporters, including vehicle specifications for different waste types.
The SCE CEO has the authority to suspend a licence for up to three months if violations occur.
Non-compliance with the edict will result in penalties as stipulated in Law (7) of 2022 on environmental protection.
The SCE urged all companies to contact the Waste Management Department at the Environmental Monitoring and Protection Directorate for inquiries via email at [email protected] or by calling 17386999.
BNA(R)
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