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Grab, Foodpanda resume delivery, food services amid Luzon quarantine
Food delivery services Grab Food and Foodpanda have announced their resumption of operations starting March 17, following an earlier halt due to the enhanced community quarantine in Luzon.
Grab Philippines will operate with a skeletal fleet, prioritizing safety and supporting establishments that remain open.
Grab Philippines will continue to implement strict safety measures, including contactless delivery and temperature checks, but advises customers to expect longer delivery times.
Grab's transport services, GrabCar and GrabTrike, remain suspended in accordance with the Department of Transportation's directive on public transport.
Foodpanda will continue its services after receiving permission to operate from the Department of Trade and Industry.
Foodpanda is offering free delivery and encourages customers to use online payments to minimize human interaction.
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