Boeing extends Seattle-area production shutdown until further notice amid coronavirus pandemic – CNBC

The producer last month said it would stop briefly production for 2 weeks at the centers, where it produces wide-body airplanes.”These actions are being taken in light of the company’s continuing focus on the health and security of employees, present evaluation of the spread of COVID-19 in Washington state, the reliability of the supply chain and additional suggestions from government health authorities,” Boeing said in a declaration. About 135 Boeing staff members have checked positive for COVID-19, a Boeing representative stated. The virus is an additional problem for Boeing, which has been having a hard time with the fallout of the 737 Max crisis.

A worker strolls near a 747-8 airplane at the Boeing factory in Everett, Wash. David Ryder

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