Dubai seizes over 19,250 counterfeit gas cylinders in inspection crackdown

Dubai authorities have seized over 19,252 counterfeit gas cylinders and impounded more than 751 vehicles as part of extensive inspections targeting violations in the petroleum products trading sector since June 2022. The inspections uncovered more than 275 sites involved in storing and distributing fake gas cylinders, according to the Dubai Regulatory Committee for Petroleum Products.

The committee, under the Dubai Supreme Council of Energy, stated that 751 reports were filed following the inspection campaigns, and follow-up action was taken in cases where violators were identified. Inspections also targeted diesel trading activities, leading to the impoundment of 14 diesel tankers found to be violating regulations.

The committee plans to introduce a new electronic platform for permits in 2027, along with a violations system and issuance of violation notices starting in the second quarter. These measures aim to strengthen compliance, improve oversight, and protect people and property.