August 13, 2020

UK Chamber of Shipping Launches Ferry Guidance Document to Ensure Passengers Remain Safe During COVID-19

The UK Chamber of Shipping has launched its new information and guidance document for UK passenger ferry operations during COVID-19. Members can access the document here .

Policy Manager Michael Igoe said: “Keeping passengers safe has, and always will be, ferry operators’ number one priority. This important document sets out practical steps to ensure passengers can continue to use ferry services safely during this unprecedented time.”

The information and guidance is aimed specifically at ferry ports and terminals, and the operators’ of scheduled ferry services that operate from the UK on both domestic and international routes. It sets out ways operators’ can continue to operate whilst keeping passengers safe, including advice on social distancing, food service and crew procedures.