His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Supreme President and Chief Executive of Emirates Airlines, and the group, said that the vast majority of the workforce of the group around the world, including more than 75 thousand employees in the UAE, are now working from home with the exception of some vital operational roles .
In an internal message to the employees, His Highness affirmed that Emirates Today has seen a copy of it, that there is no shortage of food and medical supplies, noting that the shipping teams at Emirates Air Cargo are the cargo arm of Emirates Airlines, and Dnata is working on Round the clock to support global trade corridors and commodity shipments to the UAE and around the world.
His Highness added: “Currently, one third of the world's population is subject to a complete or partial ban imposed by their cities or countries to contain the spread of COVID-19. With all federal and local institutions concerned the program is to perform a complete sterilization that includes all facilities.
His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed continued: "Our daily life is affected by the restriction of the movement of the public and gatherings, the closure of shops and recreational activities, but this inconvenience is temporary. What the UAE government is doing is putting the health and safety of people above all considerations."
His Highness stated, “In most places where our employees are, basic services are available online so that we can all stay in touch with each other, with our families and friends, using different technologies, whether emails, social media, messaging apps, conferences, or Phone call".
Addressing the group’s employees, “This may be a difficult time for you and your family, and whether you are in or outside the UAE, the company has different support channels, including the Hotline (COVID-19) for medical or health-related inquiries, and to help those who may They feel overwhelmed by the current situation. "