Emirates Environmental Protection Co.

What Emirates Environmental Protection Co. does

Emirates Environmental Protection Co. LLC (ECO) is a Dubai-headquartered, privately-held environmental services company founded in 1999 under the patronage of Shk. Faisal Bin Khalid Al Qassimi of the Sharjah Ruling Family. The company operates the largest MARPOL 73/78 marine pollution reception facility in the GCC, with annual treatment capacity of 25,000 metric tons of oily sludge and 75,000 cubic meters of oily slop. ECO serves three primary customer verticals: marine and shipping clients (tankers, bulk carriers, cargo vessels operating in UAE waters requiring MARPOL-compliant tank cleaning, de-slopping, demucking, ballast tank cleaning, hot work preparation, and surface preparation), industrial and petrochemical clients (requiring hazardous petroleum waste collection, treatment, and disposal under UAE environmental regulations), and construction clients (scaffolding services for industrial and construction projects). The technology base is asset-intensive and physical: a state-of-the-art treatment and recycling facility that converts sludge, slop, and DPP-to-CPP cleaning residues into reusable hydrocarbon outputs (AFR, ARM, and recovered fuel), supplemented by a flexible truck fleet for hazardous waste collection and 24x7/365-day field operations.

ECO generates revenue through fee-for-service contracts priced on a quote basis, with pricing customized to vessel type, waste volume, and project scope, and billed via multi-year service contracts. The go-to-market is enterprise field sales, with direct contact via phone, email, and a website "Get A Quote" form, targeting marine, petrochemical, and industrial buyers across the UAE and broader GCC. The customer base is concentrated in maritime and petrochemical enterprise accounts, with named vessel projects (Demucking & Disposal for MT New Inspiration, MT Star I, MT New Nexus; product change cleaning for MT Monjasa Performer) and testimonial customers from UAE maritime and industrial sectors. The company employs 11-50 people, is led by founder and CEO Connie Diaz (alongside James E. Huey and June D. Vargas in the Environmental function), is privately held with no disclosed institutional investors, and holds regional recognition including a 2016 RAKGAS Appreciation Certificate, an FTA Appreciation Letter, and a KFN ENV Award.

Name

Emirates Environmental Protection Co.

Legal name

EMIRATES ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION CO. L.L.C.

Website

https://ecouae.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1999

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Emirates Environmental Protection Co. (ECO) is a Dubai-based private environmental services firm operating the largest MARPOL 73/78 marine pollution reception facility in the GCC, providing tank cleaning, hazardous waste management, recycling, and scaffolding services to shipping, petrochemical, and industrial clients across the UAE and broader GCC region.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Environmental Waste Management Services

NAICS

Solid Waste Combustors and Incinerators (562213)

SIC

Hazardous Waste Management (4955)

akta.pro primary industry

Pollution Prevention, Chemicals & Waste (incl. Plastics) (BPADALAJ)

akta.pro secondary industry

Environmental, Waste & Emissions Control Systems (Wastewater, VOC Capture, Spill Response) (IMAJALAK)

Keywords

• Hazardous waste management
• Marine pollution control
• Tank cleaning services
• Oil sludge treatment
• Industrial waste disposal

Headquarters

HQ city

Dubai

HQ country

United Arab Emirates

HQ region

Middle East

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Hazardous Waste Management Services: Fee-for-service hazardous waste collection, treatment, and disposal services for marine vessels and industrial clients. Revenue generated through service contracts for tank cleaning, de-slopping, sludge removal, and waste disposal.
2. Marine Services: Comprehensive marine support services including tank cleaning, ballast tank cleaning, product change cleaning, hot work standard cleaning, and surface preparation for vessels operating in UAE waters.
3. Scaffolding Services: Safe and reliable scaffolding solutions for construction and industrial projects, including expert installation and compliant setups.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Emirates Environmental Protection Co. LLC (ECO) is a UAE-based environmental services company that operates the largest MARPOL 73/78-compliant marine pollution reception facility in the GCC, providing tank cleaning, oily sludge and slop treatment, hazardous petroleum waste collection and disposal, product change cleaning, ballast and engine room cleaning, bulk vessel cleaning, surface preparation, and a state-of-the-art recycling facility for marine, petrochemical, and industrial clients. The company is supported by scaffolding services for construction and industrial projects.

Product overview

Emirates Environmental Protection Co. LLC (ECO) offers a unified suite of environmental protection services built around its core hazardous waste management and marine pollution control operations. The company operates the largest MARPOL 73/78 reception facility in the GCC, providing four interconnected service pillars: (1) Marine Services for Vessels in the UAE, which encompasses eight specialized sub-services including tank cleaning (onshore/offshore), tank bottom demucking, product change cleaning, hot work standard cleaning, ballast tank cleaning, engine room cleaning, bulk vessel cleaning, and surface preparation; (2) Industrial Waste Management Solutions, covering de-slopping/pumpable sludge collection, hazardous petroleum waste disposal, and general waste disposal; (3) State-of-the-Art Recycling Facility Services, featuring treatment and disposal of sludge/slop and cleaning from DPP to CPP; and (4) Scaffolding Services. The company processes 25,000 metric tons of oily sludge and 75,000 cubic meters of oily slop annually, transforming hydrocarbon waste into valuable resources.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Marine Services for Vessels in the UAE Comprehensive marine support services for vessels operating in the UAE, including tank cleaning, demucking, product change cleaning, ballast tank cleaning, engine room cleaning, bulk vessel cleaning, surface preparation, and hot work standard cleaning; delivered to tankers, bulk carriers, and cargo ships requiring MARPOL compliance and environmental protection.
• Onshore & Offshore Tank Cleaning Specialized tank cleaning services that remove sludge, residue, and contaminants from storage tanks for both onshore (port) and offshore (sea) operations.
• Tank Bottom Demucking Removal of heavy sludge, sediments, and debris from the bottom of storage tanks used in marine vessels and petrochemical industries.
• Product Change Cleaning Complete removal of residues from previously stored substances before transitioning to a new product, preventing cross-contamination and maintaining product integrity.
• Hot Work Standard Cleaning Service performed before maintenance or repair work involving heat, such as welding or cutting, ensuring surfaces are free from flammable materials.
• Ballast Tank Cleaning Maintenance service to remove sediments, biological material, and contaminants from ballast tanks to maintain vessel stability and prevent the spread of invasive species.
• Engine Room Cleaning Professional cleaning of engine rooms using advanced equipment and eco-friendly solutions to remove grease, oil, dirt, and debris, reducing fire hazards and ensuring optimal performance.
• Bulk Vessel Cleaning Specialized cleaning of bulk carriers to remove residues, contaminants, and previous cargo remnants from cargo holds, ensuring vessels are ready for the next shipment.
• Surface Preparation Comprehensive surface preparation using sandblasting, grinding, and chemical cleaning to ensure surfaces are clean and ready for painting, coating, or bonding.
• Industrial Waste Management Solutions Comprehensive industrial waste management services including de-slopping, hazardous petroleum waste handling, and general waste disposal for various industries.
• De-Slopping / Pumpable Sludge Collection Removal of oil residues, sludge, and liquid waste from vessels using advanced technology to safely collect, transport, and dispose of wastes in accordance with regulatory standards.
• Handling Hazardous Petroleum Waste & Disposal Safe management and disposal of hazardous materials generated from petroleum products, including collection, treatment, and proper disposal adhering to environmental regulations.
• Waste Disposal Safe and environmentally responsible removal of waste materials, specializing in treatment and disposal of hazardous and non-hazardous waste with compliance to UAE environmental regulations.
• State-of-the-Art Recycling Facility Services Advanced recycling and waste management solutions with specialized services for treatment and disposal of sludge, slop, and tank cleaning from dirty to clean petroleum products.
• Treatment & Disposal of Sludge/Slop Specialized treatment and disposal services for sludge and slop generated from marine vessels and industrial operations, processed safely and responsibly to minimize environmental impact.
• Cleaning from DPP to CPP Tank and system cleaning service transitioning from Dirty Petroleum Products (DPP) to Clean Petroleum Products (CPP) to prevent cross-contamination during product transitions.
• Scaffolding Services Reliable and safe scaffolding services for construction, maintenance, and industrial projects, providing expert installation for safe access to high areas.

Quantifiable outcome

• Treats 25,000 metric tons of oily sludge annually
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers9 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Stericycle: Stericycle is a regulated waste management company specializing in hazardous and compliance-driven waste services across multiple sectors. Its regulated waste and environmental compliance model closely parallels ECO's MARPOL-driven service framework for industrial clients.
• Clean Harbors: Clean Harbors is a North American leader in hazardous waste management, environmental cleanup, and industrial services. It is directly comparable to ECO's hazardous waste collection, treatment, and disposal business line, with similar end customers in petrochemical and industrial sectors.
• Dulsco: Dulsco is a UAE-based environmental and industrial services company offering waste management, manning, and environmental solutions. It is the most direct regional peer to ECO, operating across the same GCC geographies with overlapping hazardous waste and industrial cleaning capabilities.
• Heritage Environmental Services: Heritage is a US-based hazardous waste management company providing collection, treatment, disposal, and recycling services. It is closely comparable to ECO's industrial hazardous waste and recycling value proposition for petrochemical and industrial customers.
• Tradebe: Tradebe is a global environmental services company focused on industrial waste management, recycling, and site services. It mirrors ECO's combination of hazardous waste collection, treatment, and material recovery for industrial and petrochemical clients.

Emerging players

• National Response Corporation (NRC): NRC is an environmental services company providing spill response, industrial cleaning, and waste management. It is an emerging player with partial overlap to ECO's marine and industrial cleaning capabilities, particularly around MARPOL-style reception and emergency response.

Regional players

• Sharjah Environment Company (Bee'ah): Bee'ah is a Sharjah-based environmental and waste management company with municipal and industrial waste capabilities. It is a regional peer operating in the same GCC geography with overlapping waste management mandates and customers.

Broad incumbents

• Remondis: Remondis is a major international recycling, waste, and water services company. It shares ECO's positioning around hazardous waste collection and recycling for industrial clients but operates at much broader European and global scale.
• Veolia Environmental Services: Veolia is a global environmental services leader with hazardous waste, water, and energy services across multiple continents. It is a broader incumbent that overlaps with ECO's industrial waste management and recycling activities, but at vastly larger scale and geographic spread.
• Suez Environment: Suez is a global environmental services firm with hazardous waste treatment, recycling, and water services. It overlaps with ECO's industrial waste and recycling activities but operates at significantly broader geographic and portfolio scale.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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