His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Supreme President and Chief Executive of Emirates Airlines and the Group, stressed that the proposal to postpone the "Expo 2020 Dubai" for a year, would allow participants to focus their resources on dealing with the immediate crisis of the Corona virus (Covid-19), And back again completely in 2021.

In an internal message to the group’s employees, His Highness revealed, “Today’s Emirates” has seen a copy of it, that “the total value of the stimulus packages that were introduced in the UAE, since the outbreak of the Corona virus, reached 126.5 billion dirhams,” stressing His Highness to follow up on all Ongoing cost management initiatives during this period of uncertainty.

Strong support

In detail, His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Supreme President and Chief Executive of Emirates Airlines and the group, said that “the total value of the stimulus packages that have been introduced in the UAE, since the outbreak of the Corona virus, has reached 126.5 billion dirhams.”

His Highness referred to the announcement by His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, last week, of the Dubai Government's full support for Emirates Airlines, noting that it is the first time that such action has been taken in the history of the company 35 years ago, This shows the serious impact of «Covid-19» on the aviation industry.

His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed continued, saying: "We are fortunate with this strong support from the owners, and we must continue to follow all the ongoing cost management initiatives, during this period of uncertainty."

His Highness added: "When the market conditions permit, we will strive to grow again and provide maximum value to our shareholders."

The structure of «dnata»

His Highness stated that, “despite its strong influence, Dnata will not get new capital, as its international business structure differs from the airline, and the executive management has already taken the necessary measures to protect its operations and maintain cash during this period, and these measures include Take advantage of local government support packages in every country in which dnata operates. ”

And His Highness continued, "Meanwhile, the cargo teams in both (Emirates) and (dnata) were working continuously, in light of the high demand for air freight around the world," pointing out that His Highness Emirates has operated 160 flights per week. The past, to transport basic commodities to the Emirates and around the world using the cargo fleet, in addition to some of the aircraft «777-300ER», which are used for the lower wards intended for shipping.

Turn the passengers over

In his message, His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed said: “We have received approval from the UAE authorities to transport passengers for limited trips initially to London Heathrow, Frankfurt, Paris, Brussels and Zurich.” His Highness pointed out that the strict travel restrictions are still applicable in these destinations. And also in the Emirates, and therefore we will currently run trips for those wishing to return to their home countries and return Emirati citizens to the country.

His Highness stressed working in cooperation and coordination with the authorities to expand the services of the group, with no compromise at all in the safety and health of customers and crews at all stages of the trip, while continuing to monitor the situation.

Postponing the "Expo"

His Highness considered that the proposal to postpone the "Expo 2020 Dubai" for a year, would allow the participants to focus their resources on dealing with the immediate crisis of the "Covid-19" virus, and return again completely in 2021, pointing out that the date change is awaiting official approval by the office. International Fairs.

His Highness said: “We will have to review our program for (Expo) activities as soon as new dates are announced, and this includes work in the Emirates Airlines pavilion, which has almost been completed.” His Highness emphasized that the Emirates Group, Dubai and the Emirates, will remain fully committed Expo, which will bring the world together in Dubai.

Covid-19 Challenges

His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum said: “The number of confirmed cases of the (Covid-19) virus worldwide has exceeded one million recently.”

His Highness said: "In addition to addressing the enormous health and social challenges, the countries of the world continue their efforts to mitigate the economic harms of this epidemic, with various stimulus and relief measures."

"Never underestimate the safety and health of dealers and crews."

"We are fortunate to have strong support, and we will strive to grow again and provide the maximum value to our shareholders."