Greece, like many other European countries, is facing the challenge of modernising its waste management system. In recent years, a number of reforms have been introduced to increase recycling efficiency, reduce landfill and align with EU directives. A key element of this system is waste transport, which must meet certain legal and environmental requirements. It is worth noting that Greece, similarly...
From 1 September 2025, a new obligation comes into force for companies carrying out waste shipments from France to the UK - the Enveloppe Logistique Obligatoire (ELO). This tool aims to simplify and standardise customs procedures at the Franco-British border, especially in the context of RoRo shipments. In this article, we explain what the ELO is, who it applies to, what documents it covers....
Waste transport is an area that is regulated differently in each EU country. Although most Member States maintain registers of companies authorised to transport waste, not all of them are publicly accessible. This raises serious problems, especially for waste producers who want to organise their waste shipments quickly and legally. The lack of transparent access to information on hauliers limits ...
The Italian waste management system is undergoing a significant transformation. In response to new environmental challenges and the need for digitalisation, RENTRI - the National Electronic Waste Tracking Register - was created. This state-of-the-art tool is designed to simplify administrative processes, increase transparency and reduce the illegal circulation of waste. In this article, we will take a closer look at the genesis of the system, its purpose, principles of operation and prospects for national entities....
The BDO system is a key tool for monitoring waste management in Poland. Every company involved in waste transport must obtain an entry in this register. Failure to do so may result in serious legal and financial consequences. In this article, we will discuss the most common mistakes transporters make when registering and suggest how to avoid them. Registration with BDO - waste transport. Do you have any questions?
On 31 January 2025, new rules for declaring shipments to the UK come into force. At issue is the obligation to submit an ENS (Entry Summary Declaration) for goods entering the Islands. This change has huge implications for the transport and logistics industry, affecting hauliers and exporters. In this article, we explain what an ENS declaration is, who it applies to and...
Following the example of the German Pfand deposit system, a similar solution is also to be introduced in Poland. Initially, it was planned to be launched on 1 January 2025, but entrepreneurs objected, indicating that they needed more time to adapt to the new requirements. Therefore, it has been decided that the bail system in Poland will be introduced as of 1 October 2025. What are its main assumptions...?
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?...
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 ...
Industry plays a key role in the economy of the Baltic countries, acting as an engine of economic growth and a tool for building international competitiveness. In this article we will focus on analysing the development of industry in Lithuania and discuss in detail the dynamic growth of scrap exports from Lithuania to Poland. Contact on BDO or SENT: e.nadolna@ekologistyka24.pl , +48 881 045 376 j.blazewicz@ekologistyka24.pl , +48 500 867 153...
