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AIS-140 GPS Tracker for GPCB: VLTS-Certified GPS Device for Hazardous Waste Vehicles

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AIS-140 GPS Tracker: Mandatory Compliance for Hazardous Waste Vehicles under GPCB VLTS

Why GPCB Requires AIS-140 for Hazardous Waste Transport

The Gujarat Pollution Control Board (GPCB) has mandated that all vehicles transporting hazardous waste must be equipped with AIS-140 compliant GPS devices and must connect to the VLTS (Vehicle Location Tracking System) server.
This regulation ensures that hazardous waste transport is transparent, traceable, and secure. The move strengthens environmental compliance and public safety by allowing authorities to monitor vehicle movements in real time.

What is AIS-140 GPS Tracking?

Automotive Research Association of India (ARAI) introduced AIS-140 as a government-approved standard for vehicle tracking systems. AIS-140 devices use GPS / IRNSS (satellite navigation) along with GSM/GPRS (cellular) communication to relay vehicle data — such as location, speed, time, direction — to a backend server.

Key features of AIS-140 trackers include: real-time vehicle positioning, secure data transmission, tamper-resistant hardware, and emergency communication support.

How AIS-140 + VLTS Improves Hazardous Waste Transport Compliance

  1. Real-time Tracking & Transparency — With AIS-140, every hazardous-waste vehicle’s movement is logged in real time. Regulators via the VLTS server can track when and where waste is being transported.
  2. Safety & Accountability — The system reduces chances of unauthorized detours, illegal dumping, or misuse of hazardous waste vehicles.
  3. Regulatory Compliance — Using AIS-140 ensures vehicles meet national and state requirements. For GPCB’s VLTS rollout (from 2022 onward), AIS-140 compliance is a must.
  4. Operational Efficiency — Transporters and waste-management vendors can optimize routes, manage fleets better, and respond faster in emergencies using the built-in alert/emergency features of AIS-140 trackers.

What This Means for Waste Transporters in Gujarat

If you operate hazardous-waste transport vehicles in Gujarat:

  • You need to install only AIS-140 certified GPS trackers.
  • The device must be connected to the GPCB’s VLTS backend server.
  • Ensure the tracker hardware is tamper-proof and configured per AIS-140 / ITS standards.
  • Maintain accurate records: real-time location, movement logs, and compliance status — to avoid penalties and ensure transparency.

Benefits of Installing AIS-140 Trackers (Beyond Compliance)

  • Enhanced Safety: GPS tracking + emergency alert features improve driver/waste-handler safety.
  • Better Fleet Management: Real-time location data enables optimized routing, lower fuel consumption, and efficient operations.
  • Environmental Protection: Transparent tracking discourages illegal dumping or unauthorised disposal of hazardous waste.
  • Regulatory Peace of Mind: Being compliant with GPCB + national vehicle tracking standards reduces the risk of legal or operational penalties.

Conclusion

For companies or vendors handling hazardous waste transportation in Gujarat, integrating AIS-140 GPS trackers and connecting to GPCB’s VLTS server is no longer optional — it is a mandatory regulatory requirement. But beyond compliance, AIS-140 brings operational efficiency, safety, and accountability, making it a win–win for both regulators and transporters.

If you haven’t yet upgraded your fleet, now is the time. Ensure your vehicles follow GPCB’s directives and make waste transportation safe, transparent, and compliant.