What happens to a company's operations certificate if it ceases operations or is sold?

When a company ceases operations or is sold, the operations certificate becomes invalid. This is because an operations certificate is specific to the company's current ownership and operational status. If the company stops operating, it cannot continue to hold a certificate that pertains to its previous activities. Additionally, if the company is sold, typically, the new owner must apply for a new operations certificate to ensure that the new entity meets all current regulations and standards required for the operation of a wastewater facility. This process maintains regulatory compliance and ensures a proper evaluation of capabilities under the new ownership. Thus, the certificate is effectively revoked rather than transferred or left in a dormant state.