Dubai has taken decisive action against illegal activities in the liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) sector, seizing 519 unlicensed vehicles and confiscating 12,367 cylinders filled with petroleum products of unknown origin. These materials failed to meet safety standards, posing significant risks to public safety. The crackdown is part of a broader initiative by the Dubai Supreme Council of Energy (DSCE) to enhance regulatory compliance and combat hazardous practices in the LPG industry. Since July 2022, 449 joint inspections have been conducted by the Dubai Regulatory Committee for Petroleum Products Trading, in collaboration with Dubai Police, the Roads and Transport Authority, and Dubai Civil Defence. These efforts uncovered 596 violations, highlighting the scale of the issue. DSCE Resolution No. 3 of 2021 mandates that LPG cylinders distributed in Dubai must be packaged by approved factories within the emirate, ensuring adherence to local standards and laws. Authorities have urged consumers to purchase gas cylinders exclusively from authorised distributors, verify filling seals, and retain purchase invoices to safeguard their rights. Building, farm, and estate owners have also been encouraged to report any suspected illegal activities to protect lives and property. Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, Vice Chairman of the DSCE, emphasised the commitment to stringent regulatory standards, while Ahmed Buti Al Muhairbi, Secretary General of the DSCE, highlighted the importance of monitoring compliance to protect consumers. Burhan Al Hashemi, Vice Chairman of the Dubai Regulatory Committee for Petroleum Products Trading, underscored the role of intensified inspections in ensuring communal safety and maintaining a fair market environment.
Dubai seizes 519 vehicles, 12,367 cylinders for illegal LPG filling, distribution
