Different marine vessels can operate at 50% of their carrying capacity, including the crew, subject to a maximum of 30 people.This has been highlighted through a notification posted by the Ministry of Interior (MoI) on social media.
The notification pertains to the carrying capacity permitted for marine vessels in Phase 4 of the gradual lifting of restrictions imposed on their movement as part of the precautions to control Covid-19.
Tourist dhows can operate at 30% of their carrying capacity, including the crew, with a maximum of 30 people allowed on board, according to the MoI.
"Adherence to the precautionary measures ensures safety and security," the notification stressed.
Phase 4 of the gradual lifting of Covid-19 curbs began on September 1 with schools reopening for the new academic year, Doha Metro and public bus services resuming operations and food courts reopening at malls, all with limited capacity, among other key developments.
All precautionary and preventive measures had been put in place to ensure protection from the virus, and the public has been urged to follow the guidelines provided by the relevant authorities for everyone’s safety.
The Supreme Committee for Crisis Management on Thursday affirmed that Phase 4 would continue to be implemented in the country, including the capacities that were recently announced, with relevant State authorities reviewing the indicators periodically.
