Dubai: Authorities in Dubai have seized more than 19,252 counterfeit gas cylinders and impounded over 751 vehicles as part of inspections targeting violations in the petroleum products trading sector since June 2022.
The inspections identified more than 275 sites involved in storing and distributing counterfeit gas cylinders, according to figures reviewed by the Dubai Regulatory Committee for Petroleum Products at its latest meeting on Sunday.
The committee, which operates under the Dubai Supreme Council of Energy (DSCE), said 751 reports had been filed following the inspection campaigns, with follow-up action taken in cases where violators were identified.
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Diesel tankers impounded
Inspections also targeted diesel trading activities, covering 73 tanks at establishments visited by inspection teams and 42 establishments in the Ras Al Khor Industrial Area.
The campaigns resulted in the impoundment of 14 diesel tankers found to be violating trading regulations and UAE requirements, the committee said.
The findings were reviewed during a meeting chaired by Ahmed Butti Al Muhairbi, Secretary-General of the Dubai Supreme Council of Energy and Chairman of the Dubai Regulatory Committee for Petroleum Products.
The committee discussed measures to strengthen inspections, improve coordination between government entities and ensure businesses comply with safety and technical requirements.
New enforcement measures
