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MARASI is a complete solution that integrates all waste management requirements , from the point of arrival at the port , to transportation , and finally processing . The solution empowers agents at ports to reduce operational costs by optimising processing time and streamlining the procedures to obtain clearances from multiple stakeholders . Port Khalid is the first port in Sharjah that will utilise the new online platform .

First , shipping agents use MARASI to initiate a “ waste manifest ”, uploading critical details such as trade licenses , source of the waste , the different types of waste and their quantities . Special procedures for hazardous waste can also be completed on MARASI . Authorised waste transportation providers are then contracted through the platform to transport the waste to processing facilities , following all necessary approvals for hazardous waste . Once at a processing facility , MARASI is also used by inspectors to verify information in the waste manifest and then proceed with recycling and disposal . Alternatively , if information is inaccurate or incomplete , inspectors can reject the incoming waste and reinitiate the waste manifest process .

“ We are extremely proud to be launching a new digital solution that is set to play a key role in ensuring safe movement of waste from when it enters ports to its final destination ,” said Mohamed Al Hosani , Chief Sustainability Officer , BEEAH Group . “ MARASI has been designed as a one-stop online platform that will empower three key groups in the waste management chain . For port authorities , procedures are simpler and more efficient . For shipping agents , reliable transportation can be contracted easily . For waste processing facilities , there is more visibility on incoming waste . MARASI accelerates the steps in the waste processing chain , so valuable material can be recovered quickly for the circular economy and hazardous waste is disposed of following all necessary procedures . This innovative new platform also reduces paperwork and turnaround time at ports , while minimising the risk of non-compliance related incidents .”

MARASI leverages smart technologies to establish a waste manifest system that properly documents and safely disposes of both hazardous and non-hazardous waste that arrives on vessels . It is the first-of-itskind implementation of an online waste manifest platform in Sharjah that will create an integrated digital database to improve visibility as well as decision-making along the waste management chain . p

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