On 12th February 2026, the Environment and Resources Authority (ERA) held an online information session for operators and stakeholders on the new EU Waste Shipment Regulation [Regulation (EU) 2024/1157] and the Digital Waste Shipment System (DIWASS).
The session provided:
- A refresher on the key provisions of the new Regulation, and
- An overview of DIWASS and the associated permitting, procedural, and compliance-related changes ahead of its mandatory use from 21st May 2026.
The second part of the session focused on the practical implementation of DIWASS, including operator registration, submission of notifications, authentication requirements, timelines, and other operational considerations for operators involved in waste shipments.
The recording of the session, the presentation, and the transcript of the Q&A session are available below for those who wish to revisit the meeting or who were unable to attend.
Video recording
Refresher presentation on the new waste shipment regulations
Presentation on DIWASS
Q&A session transcript
ERA encourages operators to familiarise themselves with the upcoming changes and to begin preparations early in view of the transition to fully digital waste shipment procedures.
For any queries or support requests, operators are kindly requested to contact ERA through the dedicated helpdesk via the Customer Care portal: https://cceris.eraportal.org.mt/submit-case
or by calling on: +356 2292 3500.
Disclaimer: This recording is being made available for information purposes only. It reflects the content presented during the session and does not replace or override the applicable legal provisions of the Waste Shipment Regulation or related legislation. The session has been recorded and reproduced with the consent of all participants.
25 February 2026
