OBSERVER REPORT KARACHI/DUBAI Emirates ground crews around the world have bid farewell to their last operating flights back to Dubai. EK 005 to London Heathrow, which departed at 1605hrs on 24 March was the last flight to take off from Dubai. EK 262 from Sao Paulo, which landed at 2235hrs (local time) was the last flight to arrive on 25 March into Dubai. Emirates’ outstation airport teams from 39 stations including Prague, Newark, Seoul, London Stansted and Zurich devotedly sent off their last passenger flights before the suspension took effect. Over the next weeks, Emirates’ operational teams will focus on preparing for service resumption. As per UAE government directives to protect communities against the spread of COVID-19, Emirates has temporarily suspended all passenger flights from 25 March 2020. The airline will resume passenger services as soon as it is possible to do so. In the meantime, Emirates is still busy deploying its fleet of Boeing 777 freighters, bolstering international air cargo links for the transport of vital goods, including medical supplies and food, around the world. Precautionary measures against COVID-19, the Company has also launched an FM radio campaign in Ghotki. Mobile announcements are also being made through rickshaws, while more than 5000 brochures have been distributed in the community to promote improved health and hygiene. According to Aamir Aslam, General Manager Administration Engro Fertilizers Daharki Plant, “Engro has always played its part for the welfare of Daharki community. As a caring and responsible company, we have taken this initiative to promote hygiene and sanitation in the town so that the community can be protected against the Corona virus”. The disinfectant spray and community awareness drive is expected to be continued over the next few days
