Boeing has announced that it will restart all Commercial Airplanes production in a phased approach at its Puget Sound-region facilities next week. The plant is currently closed in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
"The health and safety of our employees, their families and communities is our shared priority," said Stan Deal, president and CEO of Boeing Commercial Airplanes and senior executive in the Pacific Northwest. "This phased approach ensures we have a reliable supply base, our personal protective equipment is readily available and we have all of the necessary safety measures in place to resume essential work for our customers."
Approximately 27,000 people for 747, 767, 777 and 787 programs will return to production. The 737 program will resume working toward restarting production of the 737 MAX.
Employees for the 737, 747, 767 and 777 will return as early as third shift on April 20 with most returning to work by April 21. Employees for the 787 program will return as early as third shift April 23, with most returning to work by April 24, Boeing said.
Boeing South Carolina plant will remain closed at this time.
The company will continue to monitor government guidance on COVID-19, assess impact on company operations and adjust plans as the situation evolves.
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