Ajman: Introduces Heavy Fines for Illegal Fuel Truck Parking

Gulf News, 6 October 2025: Ajman authorities will begin enforcing new penalties from 7 October 2025 for fuel transport trucks parked outside designated areas, with fines ranging from AED5,000 to AED20,000.

The new regulation implements a three-tier penalty system: first offence: AED5,000 fine, second offence: AED10,000 fine and third offence: AED20,000 fine plus vehicle impoundment and potential public auction.

The Ajman Supreme Energy Committee will oversee enforcement and holds authority to suspend or cancel fuel trading permits for companies violating the rules.

Vehicles found in densely populated areas or positions deemed hazardous will face immediate removal at the owner’s expense.

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Ajman: New Heavy Fines for Illegal Parking of Fuel Transport Vehicles

Gulf Today, 7 September 2025: Ajman’s government has issued new regulations prohibiting petroleum transport vehicles from parking outside designated areas, with violations carrying fines of up to AED20,000.

The Higher Energy Committee will oversee enforcement through judicial officers, implementing a graduated penalty system for offenders. First-time violators face AED5,000 fines, increasing to AED10,000 for second offences. Third violations will incur an AED20,000 penalty and may result in vehicle impoundment and public auction.

The committee holds the authority to impose additional sanctions on licensed facilities that breach regulations, including suspension or cancellation of petroleum trading permits. Officials may order immediate removal of vehicles from densely populated areas or locations presenting public safety risks, with costs charged to vehicle owners.

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Ajman: Merges Tourism and Media Departments Under New Authority

Ajman’s Ruler has issued a law establishing the “Ajman Department of Tourism, Culture and Media,” merging two existing departments into a single entity.

Ajman Law No. 2/2025 combines the former Tourism Development Department and Culture and Media Department. Key aspects of the merger include:

• Transfer of all existing staff with preserved financial entitlements
• Retention of 2025 budget allocations from former departments
• Headquarters location in Ajman city
• Provision for new branches subject to Executive Council approval

The department’s responsibilities cover:

• Tourism:
  • Policy development
  • Event management
  • Facility licensing and classification
  • Investment promotion.

• Culture:
  • Heritage site management
  • Museum oversight
  • Arts development
  • Cultural preservation.

• Media:
  • Activity regulation
  • Licensing
  • Content supervision
  • Investment support.

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Ajman: Decree on Real Estate Service Fees and Penalties

Mubasher, 9 June 2025: The Crown Prince of Ajman has issued a new decree on the standardisation of service fees, penalties, and fines within the Department of Land and Real Estate Regulation.

Under the decree, the Department of Land and Real Estate Regulation has been authorised to collect specified fees and enforce penalties and fines for non-compliance. The decree has also nullified any conflicting provisions in existing legislation, ensuring a unified legal framework for real estate services.

The standardisation of fees and penalties is expected to streamline real estate transactions and support Ajman’s economic and organisational growth.

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Ajman: New Real Estate Contributions Law

Ajman has introduced a comprehensive legal framework through Ajman law No. 1/2025 to regulate real estate contributions.

Ajman law No. 1/2025 outlines the procedures and requirements for real estate contributions, including the establishment of a register for real estate contributions, the roles and responsibilities of trustees, and the conditions for the transfer and liquidation of contributions. Real estate contributions are financial or in-kind investments made by an owner or investor into a real estate project or investment vehicle, often in exchange for shares or ownership in the venture. The new law is expected to enhance transparency, protect investors’ rights, and attract more investment into the real estate sector in Ajman. Obligations under the law include the requirement for trustees to manage contributions responsibly, ensure compliance with anti-money laundering regulations, and maintain a minimum ownership stake in the contributions. The law repeals any conflicting provisions in existing legislation and is set to come into effect 30 days after its publication in the official gazette.

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