Maldivian has announced that a special charter service will
be launched to fly cargo freighters amidst global pandemic, COVID-19.
These cargo flights will be chartered to the following destinations; Trivandrum and Chennai of India, Thailand and Dubai. Additional destinations will be included to the current line-up based on the demand, informs the national carrier.
Addressing local media on the occasion, Managing Director of
Maldivian Mohamed Rizvee said that the cargo flights and airline staff are all
prepared to provide any assistance that the government may require during this slope
in the Maldives economy. With this decision, Maldivian plays a key role in the
COVID-19 response by transporting essential supplies, medical samples and
personnel.
In light of the current COVID-19 situation, the airline had
previously announced changes to the call center and Viber platform services opening
hours commencing from 19th March onward. Call center and Viber
Services will be available through Sunday-Thursday from 1000hrs to 1500hrs.
These services will be closed on Saturdays and Fridays while Maldivian ticket
office is also currently closed until further notice.
Since the outbreak, governments around the world including
the Maldives has evolved rapidly, taking swift action to slow the spread of
COVID-19.
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