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Saga claims first with Covid safety accreditation

Cruise
James Chapple
27 November 2020

Saga has claimed a cruise first by becoming the first line to secure what it has described as a "crucial" safety marker ahead of a planned resumption of cruise operations in the spring.

Two Scottish itineraries on Spirit of Discovery have been switched to southern England

Maritime safety expert Lloyd’s Register has awarded Saga its Shield+ accreditation for its efforts to evidence how it can operate in a Covid-secure manner; the stamp is the highest category of health assurance offered by Lloyd’s.


The accreditation covers six key areas where health risks are greater and safety must be of paramount importance; these extend to medical treatment, Covid policy, food, onboard ventilation, accommodation and water supply.


Achieving the Shield+ standard means Saga has exceeded necessary levels of compliance in every category of the UK Chamber of Shipping’s government-backed Covid-secure cruising guidance.