Libya - 3.7 Libya Waste Management and Recycling Infrastructure Assessment

Libya - 3.1 Libya Fuel

Fuel Overview

The fuel in Libya is provided and controlled by the Libyan National Oil Corporation, and it is subsidized by the government. Brega Company which works under Libyan National Oil Corporation is responsible for marketing the oil derivatives inside Libya through three companies (Alrahila, Sharara Oil Service Co, Oil Libya) The three above-mentioned companies manage their own fuel stations in all regions and cities of Libya, in addition to distributing and selling oil derivatives to the private and public stations, the vessels, the aviation sector, and the consumers from public corporations, economic units, factories, national and foreign companies.

Although Libya is an oil producer country and has the largest oil reserves in Africa, most of the local market needs of fuel are imported from the international market. This occurs due to the internal conflicts and security situation in the country which caused to frequent suspension of the oil field and oil refining works.
Shortage of fuel is common every now and then because of the constant fuel smuggling processes to the neighbouring countries and via sea to Europe.

For more information on government and fuel provider contact details, please see the following links:

4.1 Libya Government Contact List

4.7 Libya Fuel Provider Contact List

Information may also be found at: http://www.mytravelcost.com/petrol-prices/ which is updated monthly. 

Fuel Pricing

Fuel in Libya is one of the cheapest in all over the world. The price is determined by the National Oil Cooperation and it’s subsidised by the government.

The availability of diesel is affected by the high demand as it is used for generators during the blackout and is bought on the black market at a higher price ($ 0.50 / 1 L).

Fuel Prices per Litre as of: 30-09-2021 *(local currency)*
Petrol	0.11
Diesel	0.15 (official price)
Paraffin	N/A
Jet A-1	N/A

Seasonal Variations

Fuel smuggling is the main challenge that from time to time resulted in fuel not being available in the country.

Lack of liquidity is another factor that hinders the fuel supply process in the international market and affects its availability in the local market.

Seasonal Variations
Are there national priorities in the availability of fuel? (i.e., are there restrictions or priorities for the provision of fuel such as to the military?)	No
Is there a rationing system?	No
Is fuel to lower income / vulnerable groups subsidized?	The fuel is subsidized for all population
Can the local industry expand fuel supply to meet humanitarian needs?	No. The fuel market relies on importing, not on local industry.
Is it possible for a humanitarian organization to directly contract a reputable supplier / distributor to provide its fuel needs?	Yes. The humanitarian organizations can deal directly with one of the following companies ((Alrahila Co, Sharara Oil service Co, Oil Libya Co).

Fuel Transportation

The fuel is transported through the three companies (Alrahila Co, Sharara Oil service Co, Oil Libya Co). The companies own a fleet of transport vehicles equipped with tanks to transport and distribute oil derivatives and products and gas according to customers' requests (distribution stations, airports, ports, factories...,etc.) for all cities inside Libya.

Standards, Quality and Testing

The Libyan National Centre for Standardization and Metrology (LNCSM) is the responsible entity to prepare and issue the national standards in all fields of products and services including the oil products.

The Libyan Petroleum Institute which is affiliated to the National Oil Cooperation (NOC), carries out research and technical studies related to the oil industry, conducts technical analysis and tests for the various stages of exploration and production of oil and petroleum products, performs quality control tests and issues certificates in this respect.

Industry Control Measures
Do tanks have adequate protection against water mixing with the fuel?	Yes
Are there filters in the system which monitor where fuel is loaded into aircraft?	Yes
Is there adequate epoxy coating of tanks on trucks?	Yes
Is there a presence of suitable firefighting equipment?	Yes

Standards Authority
Is there a national or regional standards authority?	Yes
If yes, please identify the appropriate national and/or regional authority.	National: National Oil Cooperation (NOC)
If yes, are the standards adequate/properly enforced?	Yes

Testing Laboratories
Are there national testing laboratories?	Yes

Fuel Quality Testing Laboratory
Company	Libyan Petroleum Institute
Name	Petroleum research centre
Address	Gargarish 7 km road, Tripoli, Libya
Telephone and Fax	Tel: +218 21 4830022, Fax: +218 21 4830031
Contact	email: info@lpilibya.com
Standards Used	The Libyan standard determined by The Libyan National Centre for Standardization and Metrology (LNCSM)

Disclaimer: Inclusion of company information in the LCA does not imply any business relationship between the supplier and WFP / Logistics Cluster, and is used solely as a determinant of services, and capacities.

Please note: WFP / Logistics Cluster maintain complete impartiality and are not in a position to endorse, comment on any company's suitability as a reputable service provider.

Libya - 3.2 Libya Transporters

Many local transportation companies operate in Libya and cover the whole areas inside the country. There are also international and regional companies work there but mostly through partners’ companies.
There are sufficient number of trucks available in the country to meet the demand of the local market and humanitarian organizations operating there. The union of trucks is responsible for organizing the queue of trucks at ports, and all companies should commit to queue.
Security situation is the main challenge of the transportation. Safety of routes should be checked in every transportation prior to trucks movement, and it’s common that the movement of trucks cancelled or postponed due to security issues.

For more information on transport company contact details, please see the following link:

4.8 Libya Transporter Contact List

HUDHUD Co Transport Capacity Summary
Regions Covered	The transporter covers all the regions and areas inside Libya
	Number of Vehicles	Capacity per Vehicle (mt)	Comments / Condition of Vehicles
Truck	5	1-10	Vehicles are in a good condition
Truck	10	10-20	Vehicles are in a good condition
Truck	10	20-40	Vehicles are in a good condition
Total Capacity	15	10.5	The company uses The Union trucks to meet the demands of the customers.

AL-SHAHEN Co Transport Capacity Summary
Regions Covered	The transporter covers all the regions and areas inside Libya
	Number of Vehicles	Capacity per Vehicle (mt)	Comments / Condition of Vehicles
Small truck	As per request	1-5	Model (2000-2010)
truck and Trailer	As per request	5-38	Model (2000-2010) For extreme weight special trailer can be arranged
Crane	As per request	30-120	Model (1998-2006)
Fork lift	As per request	3-16	Model (2000-2012)
Total Capacity	N/A	N/A	The company uses The Union trucks.

HTWL Transport Capacity Summary
Regions Covered	The transporter covers all the regions and areas inside Libya
	Number of Vehicles	Capacity per Vehicle (mt)	Comments / Condition of Vehicles
Truck	32	1	Very good condition
Truck	28	10	Very good condition
Truck	35	20	Very good condition
Total Capacity	95	1012	The company uses The Union trucks to meet the demands of the customers.

ARAMEX Co Transport Capacity Summary
Regions Covered	The transporter covers all the regions and areas inside Libya
	Number of Vehicles	Capacity per Vehicle (mt)	Comments / Condition of Vehicles
Small truck	As per request	1-5	Model (2000-2010)
truck and Trailer	As per request	5-40	Model (2000-2010) For extreme weight special trailer can be arranged
Crane	As per request	30-120	Model (1998-2006)
Forklift	As per request	3-16	Model (2000-2012)
Total Capacity	N/A	N/A	The company uses The Union trucks.

Mersal Co Transport Capacity Summary
Regions Covered	The transporter covers all the regions and areas inside Libya
	Number of Vehicles	Capacity per Vehicle (mt)	Comments / Condition of Vehicles
Small truck	As per request	1-5	Model (2000-2010)
truck and Trailer	As per request	5-40	Model (2000-2010) For extreme weight special trailer can be arranged
Crane	As per request	30-120	Model (1998-2006)
Forklift	As per request	3-16	Model (2000-2012)
Total Capacity	N/A	N/A	The company uses The Union trucks.

Fast Wings Transport Capacity Summary
Regions Covered	The transporter covers all the regions and areas inside Libya
	Number of Vehicles	Capacity per Vehicle (mt)	Comments / Condition of Vehicles
Truck	As per request	20 1-10	Very good condition
Truck	As per request	20 10-20	Very good condition
Truck	As per request	20 20-40	Very good condition
Total Capacity	N/A	N/A	The company uses The Union trucks to meet the demands of the customers.

ALPHA LOGISTICS Transport Capacity Summary
Regions Covered	The transporter covers all the regions and areas inside Libya
	Number of Vehicles	Capacity per Vehicle (mt)	Comments / Condition of Vehicles
Small truck	As per request	1-5	Model (2000-2010)
truck and Trailer	As per request	5-40	Model (2000-2010) For extreme weight special trailer can be arranged
Crane	As per request	30-120	Model (1998-2006)
Forklift	As per request	3-16	Model (2000-2012)
Total Capacity	N/A	N/A	The company uses The Union trucks.

Please note: WFP / Logistics Cluster maintain complete impartiality and are not in a position to endorse, comment on any company's suitability as a reputable service provider.

3.3 Libya Manual Labour

The labour force in Libya relies mainly on the foreigner labours coming from the neighbouring countries, in addition to the workers from the local community.

Labour Rate(s) Overview
	Cost *(Local Currency & USD - $)*	Rate as of Sep 2021
Daily General Worker (Unskilled casual labour)	USD	20
Daily General Worker (Semi-skilled labour)	USD	30
Skilled Worker	USD	35

Libya - 3.4 Libya Telecommunications

September 2023 Floods-Temporary Information

Info as of 14 September 2023

Communications: The storm knocked out internet and telecoms. Floods cut off the submarine cable linking Libya to Europe. A government telecoms service is restored in some areas. Satellite phones work. Local mobile coverage returned to 80% in many areas and full coverage of Almadar is expected in the coming days.

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The telecommunication infrastructure in the main cities is quite good, but it still poor in the south. Telecommunication is controlled by the General Authority for Communication and Information. However, there are private companies provide telecommunication services such as internet services. For mobile, individuals are allowed to register to SIM cards under their names, they just need to provide photo and copy of their passport.

For more information on telecoms contacts, please see the following link: 

4.11 Libya Additional Services Contact List

Telephone Services
Is there an existing landline telephone network?	Yes
Does it allow international calls?	Yes
Number and Length of Downtime Periods (on average)	5%-10% per year
Mobile Phone Providers	Libyana AlMadar Aljadid
Approximate Percentage of National Coverage	90%

Telecommunications Regulations

Importing of telecommunication equipment is subject to getting the clearance from the General Authority for Telecommunication and Informatics (GATI).

VHF, HF communication frequencies and VSAT need to be licensed by GATI. UHF Tetra equipment and network must be arranged with the Local Tetra official Provider. Thuraya and Inmarsat Equipment should only be provided through local providers. Iridium equipment are not allowed as Iridium Network is not approved to work inside Libya.

Regulations on Usage and Import
	Regulations in Place?	Regulating Authority
Satellite	Yes	General Authority for Telecommunication and Informatics (GATI).
HF Radio	Yes	General Authority for Telecommunication and Informatics (GATI).
UHF/VHF/HF Radio: Handheld, Base and Mobile	Yes	General Authority for Telecommunication and Informatics (GATI).
UHF/VHF Repeaters	Yes	General Authority for Telecommunication and Informatics (GATI).
GPS	Yes	General Authority for Telecommunication and Informatics (GATI).
VSAT	Yes	General Authority for Telecommunication and Informatics (GATI).
Individual Network Operator Licenses Required
Yes
Frequency Licenses Required
Yes

Existing Humanitarian Telecoms Systems

Humanitarian telecoms systems are in place and managed by UNSMIL.

Existing UN Telecommunication Systems
	UNDP	WFP	UNSMIL
VHF Frequencies		Benghazi	Oea/Tripoli
HF Frequencies			Oea/Tripoli
Locations of Repeaters		Benghazi	Corinthia Hotel/Tripoli
VSAT			Oea/Tripoli

Internet Service Providers (ISPs)

Reliable internet services are available in Libya. Mainly in Tripoli, Benghazi and other big cities, but still poor in the south. Libya telecom & technology (LTT) is a pioneer company in internet and the first internet service provider in Libya. Aljeel Aljadeed for technology is another service provider that provides the internet services in several technology (Fiber, ADSL ,Wireless).

Internet Service Providers
Are there ISPs available?	Yes
If yes, are they privately or government owned?	Both
Dial-up only?	No
Approximate Rates (local currency and USD - $)	Dial-up: N/A  Broadband: US$140/1Mbps BW/month
Max Leasable ‘Dedicated’ Bandwidth	100Mbps

Mobile Network Operators (MNOs)

There are two mobile providers’ companies in Libya. The services and mobile coverages are good and reliable in the main cities inside Libya, fair/poor in the south.

For information on MNOs please visit the GSM Association website.

Company	Number of Agent Outlets by Area	Network Strength by Area	Contracted for Humanitarian or Government Cash Transfer Programmes?	Services Offered (i.e. Merchant Payment, Bulk Disbursement, Receive & Make Payment)
Libyana	Plenty	Good	No	N/A
Almadar Aljadid	Plenty	Good	Yes	Merchant payment, Money transfer

Company

Number of Agent Outlets by Area

Network Strength by Area

Contracted for Humanitarian or Government Cash Transfer

Programmes?

Services Offered

(i.e. Merchant Payment,

Bulk Disbursement,

Receive & Make Payment)

Libyana

Plenty

Good

N/A

Almadar Aljadid

Plenty

Good

Yes

Merchant payment, Money transfer

Libya - 3.5 Libya Food and Additional Suppliers

The local market relies on importation, almost 80% of the available commodities in the Libya are imported from the regional and international market through the Libyan importers and investors, this includes but not limited to food, NFI, pharmaceuticals and medical supplies, and oil products (although Libya exports the crude oil).

However, there is a manufacturing of some food items like dairy products and juice in Libya.

Local traders are usually ready to scale up the volume of importations to meet any extension on local demands, and ready to respond for special procurement request which is not done regularly.

The main challenge for the importers is the lack of liquidity and hard currency in the central bank, and the difficulty to open new L/A and receive hard currency through the governmental banks, thus the importers are obliged to get the required hard currency through the black market, which is higher than the official rate, and resulted to significant accretion in the commodities price.

Shortage of items and delay in importing might occur every now and then due to the current security situation, and lack of liquidity in the country.

Generic country information can be located from sources which are regularly maintained and reflect current facts and figures. For a general overview of country data related to the service and supply sectors, please consult the following sources:

The Observatory of Economic Complexity – MIT (OEC)

Please note: WFP / Logistics Cluster maintain complete impartiality and are not in a position to endorse, comment on any company's suitability as a reputable service provider.

Libya - 3.5.1 Libya Food Suppliers

Overview

The food market in Libya relies on importation, and the supply chain goes through one channel which is the private importers and investors in the country which distribute the food to the wholesaler in the districts and then to the retailers on the neighbourhoods.

Additional information can be located from sources which are regularly maintained and reflect current facts and figures. For more specific and detailed overviews of food availability and market conditions, please consult the following sources:

WFP Vulnerability and Analysis Mapping (VAM)

USAID Famine Early Warning Systems Network (FEWS NET)

For more information on food supplier contact details, please see the following link:

4.10 Libya Supplier Contact List

Retail Sector

The local retailers are prevalent in all over the country to serve the neighbourhoods. Basically, they sell the essential commodities and other complimentary ones, provided by the wholesalers

There are different types of retailers, mostly mini markets and shops. They all deal with cash, and some of them accept mobile money and pre-paid card.

Types of Retailers Available
Type of Retailer	Rank (1-5)
Supermarket – concentrates mainly in supplying a range of food, beverage, cleaning and sanitation products; have significant purchasing power; are often part of national/regional/global chains.	4
Convenience Store/Mini Market – medium sized shop; offers a more limited range of products than supermarkets; usually has good/stable purchasing power; may be part of chain or cooperative.	1
Permanent shop with strong supply capacity – individually/family owned store; usually offers fewer commodities and a limited selection of brands; good storage and reliable supply options.	1
Permanent shop with limited supply capacity – individually/family owned store; offers fewer commodities and a limited selection of brands; limited storage and unstable supply options.	1

Wholesale – Al-Gordabeya

Al Gordabeya company is an importer and trader of several food items such as (canned Fava beans, canned chickpeas, canned Tun, Halva, juice, pasta, cheese). It imports the commodities from regional and international market or purchases them from other wholesalers and dispatches through contracted transportation companies to the company’s warehouses to be distributed after that to the retailers and suppliers contracted with the company. The company has a supermarket.

Supplier Overview
Company Name	Al Gordabeya
Address	Misurata, Libya
Does the supplier have its own production / manufacturing capacity?	No. The supplier is importer and distributor
Does the supplier have its own retail capacity?	Yes, the supplier owns a supermarket
Does the supplier have its own transport capacity?	No. The supplies are dispatched through contracted transportation company
Does the supplier have its own storage facilities?	Yes.
Approximate Turnover in MT	N/A
Payment Methods Accepted	Cash and bank transfer
Other Comments or Key Information

Wholesale – Al Nakhlatien

Al Nakhlatien company is an importer and wholesaler of several food items such as - Frozen Chicken, Tuna, tomato, oil, milk, sugar, cheese, chocolate). The commodities are imported from Different countries then sold and the wholesalers and retail sector.

Supplier Overview
Company Name	Al Nakhlatien
Address	Benghazi, Libya
Does the supplier have its own production / manufacturing capacity?	No, the supplier is importer and distributor
Does the supplier have its own retail capacity?	Yes, the supplier owns a supermarket .
Does the supplier have its own transport capacity?	No, the supplies are dispatched through contracted transportation company.
Does the supplier have its own storage facilities?	Yes
Approximate Turnover in MT	N/A
Payment Methods Accepted	Cash and bank transfer
Other Comments or Key Information

Other Locations
Region(s)	Service Location(s)
Tripoli	Tripoli

Wholesale – Tazwed Libya LLC

Tazwed Libya LLC company is an importer and wholesaler of several food items such as (Milk, Pasta, tomato paste, cheese, Veg Oil, canned tuna, Biscuits, Sugar, Rice, Honey, Canned sweet corn ). It imports the commodities from regional and international market or purchases them from other wholesalers and dispatches through contracted transportation companies to the company’s warehouses to be distributed after that to the retailers and suppliers contracted with the company. The company has a supermarket, showrooms across the country.

Supplier Overview
Company Name	Tazwed Libya LLC
Address	Tripoli, Libya
Does the supplier have its own production / manufacturing capacity?	No, the supplier is importer and distributor.
Does the supplier have its own retail capacity?	Yes, the supplier owns a supermarket and it has a showroom in 8 different cities across the country.
Does the supplier have its own transport capacity?	No, the supplies are dispatched through contracted transportation company.
Does the supplier have its own storage facilities?	Yes
Approximate Turnover in MT	The supplier shared the information of yearly imported quantity of the three top items: - Rice: Yearly imported Qty 36,000 MT. - Pasta: Yearly imported Qty 8,000 MT. - Sugar: Yearly imported Qty 50,000 MT.
Payment Methods Accepted	Cash and bank transfer
Other Comments or Key Information

Other Locations
Region(s)	Service Location(s)
Tripoli	Al Karimeia
Benghazi	Benghazi
Sebha	Sebha centre, and Ghatron
Zawyia	Zawyia
Zuwara	Zuwara
Zulten	Zulten

Primary Goods / Commodities Available
Commodities by Type** (SITC Rev 4 Division Code - Title)		Comments
00 - Live animals (other than fish, crustaceans, molluscs, etc.)	i.e. sheep and goats, swine, poultry…	Live animals are available locally, however approximately 30% of live animals are imported to meet the local demands especially in Haj season. No swine at all.
01 - Meat and meat preparations	i.e meat of bovine animals, meat of sheep, dried or smoked meat of swine, sausages…	Are available in the country through local production and importing. The security situation in the country and lack of liquidity impede both the production and importing process. No any swine products available.
02 - Dairy products and birds’ eggs	i.e. milk, yogurt, butter, cheese, eggs…	75% of dairy product are imported. There is a local manufacturing of some dairy product, but it doesn’t meet all the local market requirements.
03 - Fish (not marine mammals), crustaceans, molluscs…	i.e. fish (chilled or frozen), fish (salted or in brine), fish liver and roes	Libya is a costal country, so fish is almost produced locally. There are also companies specialized in sea food processing like Fish Libya Canning Company.
04 - Cereals and cereal preparations	i.e. wheat, rice, flour of maize, pasta...	Available through importing them, however shortage and price fluctuation occur due to security situation and lack of liquidity which impede the importing process.
05 - Vegetables and fruit	i.e. vegetables, fruit and nuts, jams/jellies, fruit juices…	Available through importing them, however shortage and price fluctuation occur due to security situation and lack of liquidity which impede the importing process.
06 - Sugars, sugar preparations and honey	i.e. sugars (beet or cane) raw, natural honey, fruit/nuts preserved by sugar …	Available through importing them, however shortage and price fluctuation occur due to security situation and lack of liquidity which impede the importing process, while the natural honey is produced locally.
07 - Coffee, tea, cocoa, spices and manufactures thereof	i.e. coffee, cocoa, chocolate, tea, mate, pepper…	Available through importing them, however shortage and price fluctuation occur due to security situation and lack of liquidity which impede the importing process.
09 - Miscellaneous edible products and preparations	i.e. ready-to-eat foods, margarine, sauces, soups and broths, yeasts…	Available mostly through importation, however shortage and price fluctuation due to security situation and lack of liquidity which impedes the importing process.
41 - Animal oils and fats	i.e. lard, fats and oils…	Available mostly through importation, however shortage and price fluctuation occurs due to security situation and lack of liquidity which impedes the importing process. No any swine products available .
42/43 - Fixed vegetable fats and oils, crude, refined or fractionated	i.e. soya bean oil, olive oil, maize oil, vegetable oil…	Available mostly through importation, however shortage and price fluctuation occurs due to security situation and lack of liquidity which impedes the importing process.

**For non-FOOD products please see section 3.5.2 Additional Suppliers, and for FUEL/PETROLEUM products please see section 3.1 Fuel.

Please note: WFP / Logistics Cluster maintain complete impartiality and are not in a position to endorse, comment on any company's suitability as a reputable service provider.

Libya - 3.5.2 Libya Additional Suppliers

Overview

All essential items that needed to set up and run the operation are available in Libyan market, through importation then from regional and international market. For items that are not frequently requested, the suppliers are willing to import them upon request.

For more information on suppliers’ contact details, please see the following link: 

4.10 Supplier Contact List.

Wholesale – Al Thiqa Company

Al Thiqa Company has been established in year 2000 as a pioneer company in IT equipment and solutions. The company sells IT and telecommunication equipment such as computers, printers, faxes, UPS, mobiles. The company also provides office furniture.

Supplier Overview
Company Name	Al Thiqa Computers
Address	Shari an Nasr, Tripoli, Libya
Does the supplier have its own production / manufacturing capacity?	No. The company sells international brands of IT equipment (Dell,HP, Schneider, router).
Does the supplier have its own retail capacity?	Yes. The supplier provides equipment and services directly to the consumer or end user.
Does the supplier have its own transport capacity?	Yes, to meet the requirement of his type of work.
Does the supplier have its own storage facilities?	Yes
Approximate turnover in USD - $	N/A
Payment Methods Accepted	Cash or bank transfer
Other Comments or Key Information

*Basic details for the main office should be shown here, additional contact details for local/regional offices and full contact details for the main office to be included in section 4.10 Supplier Contact List.

Other Locations
Region(s)	Service Location(s)
Tripoli	Tripoli. The company has four branches in Tripoli (Bab Ben Ghasher, Tripoli Tower, Al-Dahra, AlKoms).

Wholesale – Smart System Solutions Company

Smart System Solutions (SSS) is 100% Libyan IT solutions and services company that provides IT solutions and services to commercial clients. The company produce comprehensive and advanced technology solutions in the field of IT and industry. SSS Company services are focused in helping clients outsource a significant amount of their labour-intensive and process intensive IT services, CCTV Camera installations, Security Alarm Systems and any kind of IT related works.

Supplier Overview
Company Name	Smart System Solutions Company
Address	Al-Dahra, Saadoun Swehli St., Tripoli, Libya
Does the supplier have its own production / manufacturing capacity?	No
Does the supplier have its own retail capacity?	Yes, the supplier provides equipment and services directly to the consumer or end user.
Does the supplier have its own transport capacity?	Yes, to meet the requirement of his type of work.
Does the supplier have its own storage facilities?	Yes
Approximate turnover in USD - $	The market share in Tripoli for the security equipment is approximately 40%. The market share in Tripoli for the IT networking is approximately 25%.
Payment Methods Accepted	Cash or bank transfer
Other Comments or Key Information

Other Locations
Region(s)	Service Location(s)
Tripoli	Tripoli.

Wholesale – Al Dinamo Company

The company provides many international brands of generators and their accessories such as Parkins and Kipor. As well as this, the company has a unit for maintenance services for the generators.

Supplier Overview
Company Name	Al Dinamo Company
Address	Tripoli St, Misratah
Does the supplier have its own production / manufacturing capacity?	The supplier imports generators from the international market.
Does the supplier have its own retail capacity?	Yes
Does the supplier have its own transport capacity?	Yes, to meet the requirement of his type of work.
Does the supplier have its own storage facilities?	Yes
Approximate turnover in USD - $	Market share in Tripoli 15%-20%
Payment Methods Accepted	Cash or bank transfer
Other Comments or Key Information	The company could provide transportation and installation services depending on the location, but this will be extra charge.

Other Locations
Region(s)	Service Location(s)
West	Tripoli, Khoms and Misratah

Wholesale – International Business Enterprises

IBE (International Business Enterprises) is a renowned establishment that offers clients products and services for direct shipment all over the world. The company is ready to import any required item out of its regular importing items to meet the client demand.

Supplier Overview
Company Name	International Biasness Enterprises
Address	The group is situated in Tripoli, however the IBE is in Boston, USA
Does the supplier have its own production / manufacturing capacity?	It is an importing company.
Does the supplier have its own retail capacity?	Yes
Does the supplier have its own transport capacity?	Yes
Does the supplier have its own storage facilities?	Yes
Approximate turnover in USD - $	20,000,000 Libyan Dinar
Payment Methods Accepted	Cash or bank transfer
Other Comments or Key Information	The company has delivered different items for UN agencies: UNHCR: Stoves, Garbage bins UNDP: Construction materials and Medical Equipment

Other Locations
Region(s)	Service Location(s)
West, East, and South	The company covers all the country

Primary Goods / Commodities Available
Commodities by Type** (SITC Rev 4 Division Code - Title)		Comments
24/27 - Crude materials, inedible, except fuel	i.e. fuel wood, crude fertilizers, sand/stone/gravel	Available through importing them, however interruptions and shortage of materials and price fluctuation occur every now and then due to security situation and lack of liquidity which impedes the importing process.
51 to 59 - Chemical and related products	i.e. chlorine, pharmaceuticals, soaps, plastic tubes/pipes, chemical fertilizers	Available through importing them, however interruptions and shortage of materials and price fluctuation occur every now and then due to security situation and lack of liquidity which impedes the importing process.
61 to 69 - Manufactured goods classified chiefly by material	i.e. rubber tyres, wood pallets, textiles, cement, iron/steel pipe fittings, copper wire, metal tanks	Available through importing them, however interruptions and shortage of materials and price fluctuation occur every now and then due to security situation and lack of liquidity which impedes the importing process.
71 to 79 - Machinery and transport equipment	i.e. engine/machine parts, generators, sewing machines, pumps, telecoms equipment, vehicles	Available through importing them, however interruptions and shortage of materials and price fluctuation occur every now and then due to security situation and lack of liquidity which impedes the importing process.
81 to 89 - Miscellaneous manufactured articles	i.e. prefabricated buildings, lighting fixtures, furniture, clothing, medical/surgical instruments	Available through importing them, however interruptions and shortage of materials and price fluctuation occur every now and then due to security situation and lack of liquidity which impedes the importing process.
91/93/96/97 - Commodities not classified elsewhere

**For FOOD products please see section 3.5.1 Food Suppliers, and for FUEL/PETROLEUM products please see section 3.1 Fuel.

Please note: WFP / Logistics Cluster maintain complete impartiality and are not in a position to endorse, comment on any company's suitability as a reputable service provider.

Libya - 3.6 Libya Additional Services

Overview

In general, the essential services needed to set up and run the operation are available in Libya, and in case of unavailability of some of the essential services, there is always alternative service to replace It, Example: The generators replace the national grid during the outages.

The main obstacle is the banking services as the banking system is collapsed in Libya due to severe lack of liquidity.

For more information on company contact details, please see the following link: 

4.11 Additional Services Contact List.

Accommodation

Due to security situation and conflicts in Libya, the UN is using Oea (a compound in Janzour, Tripoli) to be used for its accommodations and offices.

Houses for renting are still available in both cities “Tripoli & Benghazi” in case of more influx of demand, but the price is very high.

Electricity and Power

Libya suffers severe power shortages during most of the year, as several power plants have been damaged in the war. There is a lack of cash and foreign companies to undertake maintenance and complete suspended projects.

As a result, the General Electricity Company of Libya (GECOL) is forced to implement blackouts to avoid a possible collapse of the grid.

GECOL said in June 2017 that the grid’s available production stands at 4,900 megawatts (MW), whereas demand reached 6,500 MW, with a deficit of 130 MW in the east and 1,470 MW in the west.

The west, which includes Tripoli, is expected to have five to eight hours of blackout per day, while the east will have one to four hours without power. The alternative source of the power during the blackout is the generators.

Plans began to expand capacity before the war, with thermal plants planned or under construction. Most of the work was completed in the Benghazi, Misratah and Sirte plants by 2012, but construction has been suspended since foreign companies left the country. Currently, several plants are being constructed or are starting operations.

GECOL has plans for a large power capacity expansion programme in the coming ten to 15 years, although its development depends entirely on the availability of funds and details remain scare.

In 2017, Egypt has agreed to provide Libya with electricity, starting from 2018. It is also to provide expertise in rebuilding the Libyan electricity industry Libya also is importing the electricity from Tunisia.

More information about the power in Libya could be found at https://fanack.com/libya/ .

Financial Services

Libya faces an ever-worsening currency and liquidity crisis which cannot be surmounted without a stable political solution.

There are 18 banks in Libya works under the supervision of Libyan Central bank, but as the result of the instability of the political and economic situation in Libya, the banking sectors became unreliable. People and businessmen withdrew their money from the banks which lead to a shortage of liquidity and has negatively affected the entire monetary system in the country.

Considering the above fact and to find alternative solutions to the liquidity crisis, the electronic payment services have been activated in the country. There are two main financial service providers (TADAWUL TECH, Moamalat) issuing Pre-Paid cards in coordination with banking system, while some others (Umbrella Itd Financial Service, Almadar) launched a mobile money service

More information about the abovementioned companies is available on the services contact list.

TADAWUL TECH

Tadawul is a pioneer private company providing electronic payment solutions through issuing pre-paid cards in coordination and collaboration with commercial banks in Libya and under the Libyan Central Bank license.

Tadawul is a local company functions in Libya. Its network widespread in all cities inside Libya to enhance the purchasing power of the customers considering the liquidity crisis and boost the sales of wholesalers and retailers as well.

Company Overview
Company Name	TADAWUL TECH
Address	Tripoli-Libya
	Available?	Comments *(max / min transfer or exchange amounts, etc.)*
Has IBAN, BIC, or SWIFT number?	No
Provides currency exchange?	No
Will initiate / receive wire transfers?	No
Provides Loan / Credit services?	No
Other Comments or Key Information	Provides prepaid card

*Basic details for the main office should be shown here, additional contact details for local/regional offices and full contact details for the main office to be included in 4.11 Additional Services Contact List.

Other Locations
Region(s)	Service Location(s)
Tripoli	Tripoli
Its network for provision and recharge the pre-paid card are widespread in all cities

ALMADAR ALJADID

Almadar Aljadid is a government owned mobile network operator and data provider based in Tripoli, Libya has launched a mobile payment service called Sadad to facilitate the money exchange and find innovated solutions for the liquidity crisis.

Company Overview
Company Name	Almadar Aljadid
Address	Tripoli-Libya
	Available?	Comments *(max / min transfer or exchange amounts, etc.)*
Has IBAN, BIC, or SWIFT number?	No
Provides currency exchange?	No
Will initiate / receive wire transfers?	No
Provides Loan / Credit services?	No
Other Comments or Key Information	Mobile wallet service

Clearing and Forwarding Agents

There are plenty of clearing and forwarding agents operating in Libya and cover all ports and airports inside the country. They provide different logistics services: clearing and forwarding, transportation, warehousing, and distribution. They are mainly located in Tripoli and have branches in other governorates.

Many of these companies have wide experience with international companies and humanitarian organizations.

More details about the clearing agents are available in the clearing and forwarding agents contact list.

Handling Equipment

Different handling equipment are available in the local market, and they are generally provided by the logistics services companies which provide freight, transportation and warehousing services.

Postal and Courier Services

Postal and Courier Services are available in Libya through Libya Post Company is a Libyan joint stock company having its legal personality and independent financial liability. It is affiliated to the Holding Libya Post, Telecommunication and Information Technology Company LPTIC. The Company aims to establish, operate, manage and organize all kinds of different post services including mail financial services at home and foreign level, services and products marketing for public and private bodies and any complementary activity meeting the purposes of the Company.

DHL Express is operating as well in Libya providing courier services such as Worldwide Documents Express, Import Express and other postal and courier services.

Printing and Publishing

Many companies in different locations Like Tripoli, Misratah and Benghazi providing are working in Advertising, Printing business activities.

Taxi Companies

In Libya there are shared taxis, buses and coaches, they operate from the centre of the capital to most of the other areas in the capital. Private taxis in the capital operate like other private taxis in other countries. Private taxis are found only in large cities as well as the capital Tripoli.

However, according to UN security protocol it is not allowed for UN staff to use public transportation or taxis in Libya.

Vehicle Rental

Vehicles for renting are quite available in Libya market with different choices including armed vehicles.

Please note: WFP / Logistics Cluster maintain complete impartiality and are not in a position to endorse, comment on any company's suitability as a reputable service provider.

Libya - 3.7 Libya Waste Management and Recycling Infrastructure Assessment

Overview

Libya has faced with a variety of bureaucratic impediments, which has resulted in an limited waste management system and poor infrastructure.

The majority of solid waste management regulations enacted before and after 2011 in Libya mandate the assignment of local governments to perform these services throughout the country.

The Ministry of Local Government is responsible for solid waste management throughout the country, whereas local municipal authorities have little or no role in managing this service.

The private sector's contribution to investment in waste management and recycling infrastructure remains low and the waste management sector is largely informal or ad hoc.

Large portions of the waste generated throughout Libya is currently disposed of by open dumping and unofficial landfills in some areas of Libya, with about 587 grams of solid waste per person per day being produced. As a result, organic and inorganic waste is piling in informal landfills and dump sites in various areas around the country, especially in rural areas.

Waste landfills divide in Libya into two distinct parts, which differ in numerous ways, namely:

Informal landfills: Locations selected for discarding and disposing of solid waste without official approval. Unofficial landfills / dump sites can pose health and environmental challenges for local populations
Official Landfills: In Libya, each municipality has a landfill for all forms of waste, including industrial, municipal, solid, and other hazardous wastes.

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Landfills in Tripoli

Non-Hazardous Waste Disposal

Litter bins and other garbage containers in Libya are regulated by the General Service Company (GSC), and the vast majority of Libyans deposit their waste in these receptacles. The GSC also transports the trash to the main landfills, which is located 60 kilometers to the south of Tripoli at a site called Sidi Alsaeh landfill and additional landfills located at various sites across the country.

As a result of the high population density in the capital city of Tripoli, for example, the city's sewage pumping stations are unable to keep up with the daily water needs of the city's residents, who use about 2 cubic meters each day. Despite the state implementing over 80 projects to modernize sewage networks in Tripoli alone between 2005 and 2011, the problem is still higher than the current resources of the Libyan state, In Tripoli, there is a drainage network that serves only approximately 25% of the city's population, and due to a lack of water treatment plants, the city regularly pumps sewage water directly into the sea through a series of drainage holes, several populations, particularly those living outside of cities, use semi-septic tanks in their dwellings.

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Trash container in Tripoli

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Litter bins in Tripoli

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GSC - Trash containers map in Tripoli

Waste Disposal Company Assessment

Name of Company	Public Service Company
Physical Address	Almansura-Tripoli-Libya
Contact Person	Mohammed Ben Esmail
Telephone Number	094-412-22-22
Email	info@psct.gov.ly
Website	www.psct.gov.ly

Company Profile

Does the company have an Environmental, Health and Safety certification (e.g., ISO 14001, ISO 45001 or equivalent) or self-certified management plan for facilities and personnel?	N/A
Business License Validity Dates	Governmental Entity
Years of experience	Governmental Entity
Company main business	Production Management Maintenance Management Gardens Management Projects Management Health Prevention Management Celebrations and decoration Management Emergency Management Landfills Management
Facility is well maintained (roof/walls)?	Yes
Hazardous materials are processed and stored separately from non-hazardous waste?	No
Facility has adequate ventilation?	Yes
PPE provided to staff (hard hats, overalls, boots, etc.)?	Disposable gloves, boots, and coveralls.
Processing capacity (e.g., max tonnes/day or month) *	N/A
Collection provided	Yes
Transport capacity constraints (geographical, volumes, frequency)?	Since the company owns its own trucks and garbage cans and containers, it is not limited in its ability to serve any area in or around the city of Tripoli.

Non-Hazardous Waste

Type of Waste	Accepted at facility?	Disposal method
Packaging (flexible laminate plastics)	Yes	Landfill, Incineration
Packaging (HDPE Plastics)	Yes	Landfill, Incineration
Packaging (Styrofoam)	Yes	On-site waste collection and physical recycling by other private companies.
Packaging (Polypropylene)	Yes	On-site waste collection and physical recycling by other private companies.
Packaging (plastics/others - please specify)	Yes	On-site waste collection and physical recycling by other private companies.
Aluminium**	Yes	On-site waste collection and physical recycling by other private companies.
Steel**	Yes	On-site waste collection and physical recycling by other private companies.
Glass	Yes	On-site waste collection and physical recycling by other private companies.
Corrugated Cardboard	Yes	On-site waste collection and physical recycling by other private companies.
Packaging (paper)	Yes	On-site waste collection and physical recycling by other private companies.
Pallets (wood)	Yes	On-site waste collection and physical recycling by other private companies.
Paper (office)	Yes	On-site waste collection and physical recycling by other private companies.
Furniture	Yes	On-site waste collection and physical recycling by other private companies.
Vehicle Spare Parts	Yes	On-site waste collection and physical recycling by other private companies.
Styrofoam	Yes	On-site waste collection and physical recycling by other private companies.

Hazardous Waste

Type of Waste	Disposal Method
IT Hardware (e.g. servers, routers, external drives, CPUs)	Lack of technical personnel specialized in the management of hazardous waste. There are no specific laws or regulations for, hazardous substances or hazardous waste. Lack of local sound disposal facilities for hazardous waste disposal.
Telecoms equipment (e.g. desk phones, radios, mobile phones)	Lack of technical personnel specialized in the management of hazardous waste. There are no specific laws or regulations for, hazardous substances or hazardous waste. Lack of local sound disposal facilities for hazardous waste disposal.
Computers (e.g. desktop computers, laptops, monitors, keyboards, others)	Lack of technical personnel specialized in the management of hazardous waste. There are no specific laws or regulations for, hazardous substances or hazardous waste. Lack of local sound disposal facilities for hazardous waste disposal.
Scanners, printers, copiers, toner cartridges	Lack of technical personnel specialized in the management of hazardous waste. There are no specific laws or regulations for, hazardous substances or hazardous waste. Lack of local sound disposal facilities for hazardous waste disposal.
Household appliances (e.g. air-conditioners, refrigerators, generators)	Lack of technical personnel specialized in the management of hazardous waste. There are no specific laws or regulations for, hazardous substances or hazardous waste. Lack of local sound disposal facilities for hazardous waste disposal.
Lighting equipment (light bulbs, switches, fluorescent lamps)	Lack of technical personnel specialized in the management of hazardous waste. There are no specific laws or regulations for, hazardous substances or hazardous waste. Lack of local sound disposal facilities for hazardous waste disposal.
Batteries of different types (e.g. lithium ion, lead acid)	Lack of technical personnel specialized in the management of hazardous waste. There are no specific laws or regulations for, hazardous substances or hazardous waste. Lack of local sound disposal facilities for hazardous waste disposal.
Electrical and electronic equipment (e.g. cameras, smoke detectors)	Lack of technical personnel specialized in the management of hazardous waste. There are no specific laws or regulations for, hazardous substances or hazardous waste. Lack of local sound disposal facilities for hazardous waste disposal.
Gym equipment (e.g. treadmills)	Lack of technical personnel specialized in the management of hazardous waste. There are no specific laws or regulations for, hazardous substances or hazardous waste. Lack of local sound disposal facilities for hazardous waste disposal.
Solar Photovoltaic equipment (e.g. PV panels, inverters)	Lack of technical personnel specialized in the management of hazardous waste. There are no specific laws or regulations for, hazardous substances or hazardous waste. Lack of local sound disposal facilities for hazardous waste disposal.
Medical Waste (e.g. soiled medical items, used sharps, glassware, etc.)	Lack of technical personnel specialized in the management of hazardous waste. There are no specific laws or regulations for, hazardous substances or hazardous waste. Lack of local sound disposal facilities for hazardous waste disposal.

Admin Waste

Type of Waste	Accepted at Facility?	Disposal Method
Used engine oil, lubricants	Yes	On-site waste collection and physical recycling by other private companies.
Tyres	Yes	On-site waste collection and physical recycling by other private companies.
Paints	No	N/A
Chemicals and Fertilizers	No	N/A
General Medical waste (e.g., used masks, office use latex gloves w/o bodily fluids)	Yes	Incineration
General Office Waste	Yes	Landfill, Incineration
Composting (food waste)	Yes	Landfill, Incineration

Additional Comments

Numerous private companies have emerged that gather a variety of solid wastes, particularly cardboard, paperboard, plastic, and plastic bottles, and compress cardboard, plastic, and paper shredding and use them as raw materials and export them to neighbouring countries. As for other waste, especially iron and cans, there are numerous private locations where this type of waste is collected and purchased and converted into a raw material that is sold to the Iron and Steel Complex in Misrata or exported overseas.

Please note: WFP / Logistics Cluster maintain complete impartiality and are not in a position to endorse, comment on any company's suitability as a reputable service provider.

3 Libya Services and Supply

In general, supplies and services are available with good quality in the local market of Libya. Food and NFI supplies are 80% imported from the neighboring countries and international markets such as Europe, USA and Middle East by private importers and investors then distributed to the wholesalers and distributors. However, due to different factors such as security, lack of liquidity in the central banks and exchange rate fluctuation, the local market is not regulated, is unpredictable and often unstable in pricing, and there is a shortage of items every now and then.

Fuel in Libya is subsidized by government, but it still subjects to interruption and shortage from time to time.