Dubai: Several companies and agents involved in illegal trade of diesel in the country have been fined following an ongoing joint inspection campaign organised by a committee of various Dubai government entities.
As part of the campaign, four sting operations have been undertaken resulting in unravelling the illegal activities of several companies involving diesel that does not comply with the industry standards and specifications.
Other violations include trading without obtaining necessary permits from concerned authorities in the emirate, or non-abidance with the trading activities prescribed by the trade licence.
The sting operations will continue until all companies active in this vital sector adhere to the related laws and regulations. Through this campaign, Dubai Government entities are taking strong action against violators, with fines imposed on any irregularities found, including non-conformance with the specifications and standards set by the Emirates Authority for Standardisation and Metrology (Esma) and other associated safety and environmental preservation and storage standards.
The campaign was announced at the beginning of the year, following a meeting held by Esma, Dubai Civil Defence, Dubai Department of Economic Development, Dubai Municipality, Roads and Transport Authority, Dubai Police and Emirates National Oil Company.
The committee decided to take joint measures regarding the activation of the UAE Federal Cabinet decision No 37 of 2013 that requires traders and agents working in this sector to fully commit to the UAE’s laws in effect.
