Towards pursuing its strategy: be’ah closes down a Million m2 traditional dumpsite, the biggest in the Sultanate

Over the years, the traditional dumpsite and negative waste disposal practices, such as traditional dumping of waste in open areas and waste burning, in Al Buraimi Governorate has been causing several hazardous problems for the environment and human health, these problems include random fires that cause air pollution. Not to mention the overall dissatisfaction among citizens and residents who live nearby the dumpsite.

Prior the closure of Al Buraimi site (Source: Be'ah).

To tackle these environmentally damaging problems, Oman Environmental Services Holding Company “be’ah” closed down one of the largest traditional dumpsites in the Sultanate. With an area of 1 Million m2 and poor waste management processes that lasted for two decades, the traditional dumpsite’s operations in Al Buraimi came to an end in July 2017. The closure project included closing the dumpsite, composing and reducing the amount of waste at the site, and finally covering the site with a thick layer of soil. It was replaced with an engineered landfill designed according to international standards. Plans are in place to rehabilitate the old dumpsite.



It is noteworthy that the project is part of be’ah’s strategy to control environmental damage incurred during traditional waste dumping processes. In this matter, the company has shut down more than 200 traditional dumpsites since 2015 and more closure projects are in progress. The company’s strategy also includes structuring the waste sector and its related services in a sustainable manner, developing the industry, and supporting the national economy. In addition, be'ah works on moving towards sustainable waste management practices as per the international standards by establishing the required infrastructure, restructure the municipal waste collection services and improve public awareness of waste management.

A bird-view aerial picture of Al Buraimi site after its closure.

About be’ah:

Oman Environmental Services Holding Company S.A.O.C “be’ah” was established in 2007. In 2009, Royal Decree No. 46/2009, granted be’ah the mandate and the legal status as the entity responsible for solid waste management in the Sultanate of Oman. be’ah strives towards a vision to conserve the environment of a beautiful Oman for future generations. be’ah’s main objectives are to control environmental damage incurred during traditional waste dumping processes; structure the waste sector and its related services in a sustainable manner; develop the industry; and support the economy. The company acquired three Integrated Management System (IMS) certifications (ISO 9001: 2015, ISO 1400: 2015, and OHSAS 18001: 2007).

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3rd International Conference for Waste Management Oman

Waste is a growing problem both environmentally and financially in developed nations. Effective methodologies to manage waste better is of great significance. 

The 2nd edition of the event saw over 300 attendees with over 150 delegates from government bodies. The event was organised by the Muscat Municipality in cooperation with Fleming Gulf and was held under the patronage of the Minister of Ministry of Regional Municipalities & Water Resources

The purpose of the 3rd International Conference for Waste Management Oman is to grasp the issues being raised across industry sectors and how to achieve a sustainable waste management system. The conference will bring together industry experts and decision makers from government bodies to discuss and debate the next step in achieving the zero waste initiative.

Key topics will include:-

 Strengthening legislative framework for effective Waste Management in Oman 

 Setting perspectives for Integrated Waste Management 

 Fostering a recycle - friendly atmosphere 

 Privatizing the Waste Management sector – key factors to consider 

 Reducing & re-using Hazardous waste management 

 Waste water treatment 

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Dates: 7 - 8 April 2014Location: Al Bustan Palace – A Ritz Carlton Hotel, Muscat, OmanContact: Manohar Bharwani   Tel: 971 - 4609 - 1570

PRESS RELEASE: Moving the Sultanate of Oman towards Zero Waste

An International exclusive summit on waste management to ensure that the Sultanate of Oman moves towards a greener and zero waste future.

Oman: Waste management in Sultanate of Oman is in a transition phase and the entity to lead this development is the Oman Environmental Services Holding Company (be’ah) as authorized by the government of Oman.

Waste management is a challenging issue for the Sultanate of Oman because of its adverse impacts on environment and public health. With population of almost 3 million inhabitants, the country produced about 1.6 million tons of solid waste

Nispana Innovative Platforms is hosting the Waste Management Oman Summit in collaboration with Leading Environment Change Bee’ ah which is scheduled to take place on the 11th and 12th of March 2014 at the Grand Hyatt in Muscat, Sultanate of Oman.  It is gathering up to 100 senior industry representatives, Oman authorities and leading international waste management companies –
For two days in Oman.
You will have the opportunity to host business meetings with decision makers from Oman Public Authorities and leading Private Omani corporations, Source partnerships with Omani organizations through joint ventures, alliances and private equity, Showcase your latest technology and expertise to prospective investors and project holders .
Industry leaders including Ricardo- AEA, Veolia Environment, Lamor Middle East , Sphinx Services, Haya Water, Enviroplan S.A , Alawael Overseas Company LLC  and Bjornsen Consulting Engineers have already confirmed their participation. In addition, respected representatives from the Bee’ ah and The Ministry of Regional Municipalities and Water Resources Oman have extended their support.

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