Update on the Extension of the National Disinfection Programme

As part of preventive and precautionary measures to contain COVID-19, the National Disinfection Programme has been renewed for two weeks from Saturday, 4th of April 2020, pursuant to the decision of Dubai’s Supreme Committee of Crisis and Disaster Management. Restrictions on the movement of vehicular traffic and the public are now extended to include daytime as well, covering 24 hours, with exceptions made only for some vital sectors and essential services.

The public must stay home and leave only to obtain essential food supplies or medicine or perform essential jobs in vital sectors.

All DP World customers and port users will be required to present their Emirates ID, Employee ID and necessary permits to enter the port.

Companies that don’t fall within the above-mentioned sectors should resume work from home.

DP World, UAE Region’s ports operations will continue uninterrupted to deliver all services essential to ensure the movement of goods and supplies.

Finally, we request you and all your employees to adhere to all precautionary measures to prevent the spread of the Coronavirus. Also, always seek information related to COVID-19 only through official channels such as the Dubai Health Authority (DHA).