The IMPEL-TFS network was set up in 1992 as an informal network in order to harmonize the enforcement European regulations on transfrontier shipments of waste.
Our missions statement is:
To ensure that all those involved in the international trade in waste are aware of and comply with their international obligations under international law. IMPEL TFS will maximize this by employing the combined resources of the Waste Shipment Regulation Competent authorities to maximize the effectiveness and efficiency of regulation and enforcement to protect the environment.
More information is available at the TFS cluster webpage of the IMPEL website.
This separate website has been set up to share news and developments in relation to our activities in real-time.