Ferrari has announced that they have halted production at Maranello and Modena until March 27 due to the COVID-19 outbreak.
With Italy under lockdown, Ferrari has decided to stop production at Maranello and Modena with immediate effect until March 27. The decision was taken after the Italian Government initiated the highest decree of health due to the COVID-19 outbreak.
The company had ensured production so far when Italy was rocked by the virus. But they have taken the decision to halt as they are facing problems in supply. The non-manufacturing work will continue by smart working.
The F1 base has also suspended its activities. The racing outfit who are returning from Australia are to be put under self-isolation for 14 days. “At a time like this,” said Ferrari CEO, Louis Camilleri.
“My gratitude goes first and foremost to Ferrari’s women and men who, with their tremendous commitment over the past few days, have demonstrated the passion and dedication that defines our marque.
“Together with our suppliers, they have ensured the Company’s production. And it is out of our respect for them, for their peace of mind and those of their families that we have decided on this course of action. Our clients and fans are also top of mind for us at this time, as we prepare for a strong restart.”
Here’s the full statement from Ferrari:
“Ferrari has decided to suspend production in Maranello and Modena with immediate effect and until 27 March. The decision has been taken by the Company for its employees’ well-being and follows a number of rigorous preventive measures already implemented by the Company to guarantee the highest health standards in light of the Italian Government’s decree on COVID-19 issued on March 11, as well as previous decrees.
“The Company, that had ensured continued production so far whilst placing employees’ wellbeing as its main priority, is now experiencing the first serious supply chain issues, which no longer allow for continued production. All non manufacturing related activity will continue on a regular basis, leveraging the opportunities provided by smart working.
Scuderia Ferrari, in line with manufacturing, has also suspended its operational activities.”
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