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EDITOR IN CHIEF- ABDULLAH BIN SALIM AL SHUEILI

Business continuity plan in place at Salalah Port

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Muscat: Shipping and cargo operations are continuing round the clock at Port of Salalah in line with


ramped up efforts by the transshipment and logistics hub to ensure the smooth flow of


goods amid measures to contain the spread of the novel coronavirus (Covid-19).


According to Mohammed al Mashani (pictured), General Manager – Corporate Affairs, the


General Cargo Terminal witnessed an increase in the volume of foodstuffs, vegetables and


fruits imported during March as traders took advantage of enhanced shipping connectivity to


In line with the guidelines of the Supreme Committee on COVID-19 containment, Port of


Salalah has also put in place a business continuity plan to ensure the smooth operation of


the maritime hub notwithstanding ‘work from home’ measures and other pandemic


prevention initiatives advocated by the authorities.


“The port also, in cooperation with the various authorities concerned, is implementing all


precautionary measures, supported by a specialized team that includes the Health


Ministry’s representatives at the port. It coordinates with all of the relevant agencies and


follows up on all the circulars and guidelines issued by all the relevant government agencies


in this regard. We also wish to confirm that the port continues to provide all the


requisite facilities to its customers.


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