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Transport of hazardous waste: is a permit the same as notification?

ByPawel Makowski

The transport of hazardous waste requires strict compliance with regulations. Many companies struggle with the question: is a hazardous waste transport permit the same as a notification? Although both terms refer to the transport of such waste, they involve completely different documents and procedures. In this article, we will explain the key differences and discuss what they mean in practice. Contact for waste transport permits...

waste permits
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Why are waste permits the cornerstone of responsible business?

ByPawel Makowski

Waste permits ensure that the company that holds them complies with strict requirements for the management of such materials. At the heart of each of these is a desire to care for the environment, and obtaining one can often be problematic. However, it is worth obtaining one, as it is the foundation of responsible business. Contact about waste transport permits e.nadolna@ekologistyka24.pl , +48 881 045 376 j.blazewicz@ekologistyka24.pl , +48...

international waste transport
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International waste transport - what should you watch out for?

ByPawel Makowski

The international transport of waste plays a key role in the European economy, enabling the efficient management and recycling of materials. Improperly implemented, it carries a number of risks that can have serious consequences for the environment, public health and the economy. In this article, we look at these risks and outline ways to avoid them. Contact for waste transport permits e.nadolna@ekologistyka24.pl , +48 881 045...

transport of hazardous waste
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Transporting hazardous waste without a permit - why is it a bad idea?

ByPawel Makowski

The transport of hazardous waste can only be carried out by companies that have special permits. But what if such a document is missing? Or when a company takes a conscious risk of delivering this type of waste illegally? Contact regarding hazardous waste transport permits e.nadolna@ekologistyka24.pl , +48 881 045 376 j.blazewicz@ekologistyka24.pl , +48 500 867 153 Why transporting hazardous waste without...

sent for foreign companies
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Compulsory SENT registration for foreign companies - key information

ByPawel Makowski

Last year in October, we wrote about the Polish government's plans to make it mandatory for foreign transport companies to register in the SENT system. Two deadlines were set at the time. In November, registration was opened to companies from outside the European Union. At the beginning of the year, the same obligation was extended to EU-registered companies. In response to numerous enquiries, we have prepared a collection of...

Schengen area Romania Bulgaria
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Bulgaria and Romania in the Schengen area from 1 January 2025. How will this affect waste transport?

ByPawel Makowski

For the country, joining the Schengen area means the abolition of border controls at internal borders with other Member States. This facilitates the free movement of people, goods, services and capital. For transport companies, this means less paperwork and faster deliveries. And will waste hauliers be affected by these changes when the Romanian and Bulgarian borders are opened to them from 1 January?...

segregation of construction waste from 1 january 2025
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Entrepreneur, remember to separate your construction waste from 1 January 2025!

ByPawel Makowski

According to EU reports, more than a third of the waste generated in Europe is construction and demolition waste. Some of their components have a high raw material value, while others - although they may have a lower value - can still be easily recycled into new products or materials. That is why the Act of 17 November 2021 introduced amendments to the Waste Act, which require businesses to...

Illegal transport of waste
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Why is illegal waste transport still doing well?

ByPawel Makowski

We have already written about a Lithuanian haulier who paid a high price for knowingly taking a risk by carrying out illegal waste transports. However, there are companies that, tempted by the vision of profits, operate in the dark, not realising the need for proper authorisation. As a result, only the haulier profits, getting rid of the cargo and the responsibility, which he passes on to the carrier. Why do these situations continue to ...

waste shipments from Estonia
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Ferrous waste and scrap as one of Estonia's main export commodities

ByPawel Makowski

Estonia, as a dynamically developing Baltic country, plays an important role in international waste trade, including ferrous scrap. An analysis of the 2022-2023 data provides an understanding of the reasons for its exports and the main shipping destinations. Exact data on Estonia's annual ferrous scrap production in 2022-2023 are not directly available from public statistics. However, considering the ...

safe transport of waste
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Ignorance of the law is no excuse. Tips for safe transport of waste

ByPawel Makowski

The international transport of waste is an extremely demanding industry, where ignorance or lack of adequate preparation can lead to serious problems. In this article, we will outline the key issues that need to be taken into account in order to avoid financial penalties, delays and additional costs. Based on the practical example of a Lithuanian carrier that failed to comply with the required formalities, we will discuss the most important lessons and tips. Contact...