Zhengzhou, China – May 16, 2026 – In a significant step toward strengthening international cooperation in sustainable waste management, a high-level delegation from the Ajman Environment Authority (Ajman, UAE) recently visited MSWsorting, a leading provider of intelligent solid waste processing solutions. The visit focused on MSWsorting's advanced Refuse-Derived Fuel (RDF) drying lines and integrated Waste-to-RDF project capabilities, with both sides engaging in productive discussions on how such technologies can support Ajman's ambitious waste diversion and low-carbon energy goals.
The Ajman delegation, representing a key emirate in the UAE that is rapidly advancing its circular economy and zero-waste-to-landfill agenda, toured MSWsorting's R&D and demonstration center. The technical team at MSWsorting provided a comprehensive walkthrough of the company's proprietary RDF production process, which includes primary shredding, air classification, magnetic separation, and—most critically—its high-efficiency drying line technology.
MSWsorting's RDF drying system, designed to reduce moisture content to below 15% while optimizing the calorific value of the end product, was highlighted as a core differentiator. The technology enables the production of a stable, transportable, and high-performance solid fuel that can directly replace coal and petcoke in cement kilns, industrial boilers, and power generation facilities.
During the technical exchange, both parties conducted an in-depth discussion covering the full lifecycle of a Waste-to-RDF project: from feedstock characterization of Ajman's municipal solid waste (MSW), through equipment configuration and capacity planning, to operational expenditure (OPEX) models and off-take agreements for the produced RDF.
The Ajman officials expressed particular interest in how MSWsorting's modular drying line design can be adapted to the Middle East's climate conditions—where high ambient temperatures and variable waste moisture levels pose unique challenges. MSWsorting responded with case studies from similar arid-region deployments and proposed engineering adaptations to ensure stable, year-round RDF quality.
"We are highly impressed by MSWsorting's technical depth and its ability to deliver turnkey solutions for RDF preparation—especially the drying stage, which is often the most energy-sensitive and performance-critical part of the entire line," said a senior representative of the Ajman Environment Authority. "As Ajman accelerates its transition toward sustainable waste management and alternative energy recovery, we see a strong potential fit with MSWsorting's proven technologies."
MSWsorting's international business director added: "It is an honor to host the Ajman Environment Authority. The UAE, and Ajman specifically, is taking bold steps to move away from landfilling and toward resource recovery. Our RDF drying technology has already been deployed in multiple international markets, delivering consistent fuel quality and tangible carbon reductions. We are eager to support Ajman in designing and implementing a Waste-to-RDF infrastructure that meets its environmental and economic objectives."
The discussions also touched on potential collaboration frameworks, including technology supply, local operation and maintenance training, and joint feasibility studies for a pilot RDF line in Ajman. Both sides agreed to continue technical dialogue and work toward a memorandum of understanding (MoU) that would formalize a strategic partnership.
This visit marks an important milestone in the growing cooperation between Chinese environmental technology innovators and Middle Eastern waste management authorities. As global momentum builds around alternatives to landfilling, the combination of MSWsorting's advanced RDF drying solutions and Ajman's strategic vision for waste-to-fuel conversion offers a replicable model for other regions seeking to close the loop between waste and energy.
About MSWsorting
MSWsorting is a global leader in intelligent solid waste sorting and pre-treatment systems. Specializing in automated MSW sorting lines, RDF/SRF production technologies, and high-efficiency drying solutions, the company is committed to transforming waste into valuable resources through engineering excellence and continuous innovation.
About Ajman Environment Authority
The Ajman Environment Authority is the government body responsible for environmental protection, waste management regulation, and sustainability initiatives in the Emirate of Ajman, United Arab Emirates. It plays a central role in advancing Ajman's circular economy strategy and achieving UAE's national waste diversion and carbon reduction targets.