[Asia Economy Reporter Kum Boryeong] Samsung Heavy Industries announced on the 8th that it has decided to resume production at all workplaces of the Geoje Shipyard.


Samsung Heavy Industries' Geoje Shipyard had suspended operations from the 6th until the day before to prevent further infections following the occurrence of confirmed cases of the novel coronavirus disease (COVID-19).


Regarding the reason for resuming production, a Samsung Heavy Industries official explained, "The spread of infection has slowed down based on the test results of close contacts."



Along with the resumption of normal operations, Samsung Heavy Industries plans to strengthen social distancing measures, including requiring all employees to complete a daily electronic health questionnaire, enforcing stricter distancing in the company cafeteria, and suspending the operation of saunas and shower facilities within the yard.


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