In connection with the situation around the spread of coronavirus in China and its impact on the global economy, General Director of JSC "KAMAZ" Sergey Kogogin has held a meeting with deputies and heads of relevant areas of the company on risk assessment for production activities of the enterprise.
during the meeting, it was reported that production on the Feb components is provided in full. However, in the case of the spread of coronavirus in China and other countries and the introduction in this context, restrictive measures in the framework of the global economy, there may be a risk of adjusting production plans since March. It was particularly noted that most of the components, regardless of their country of origin, are composed of elements produced in China. In addition, some components are only made in China.
To minimize possible damage to Sergey Kogogin, he established and headed the headquarters for rapid response to emerging challenges. Under this staff, if necessary, should be made adjustments to the lineup for production, carried out preventive work with suppliers and finding alternative manufacturers if the supplier is ready to carry out contractual obligations.
Russia restricts citizens crossing the border with Mongolia, stopping nearly all flights in China, is preparing a decree on the ban on work visas for Chinese nationals. Limitations of mail and freight with China are planned. However, China begins to evacuate those willing to return to Russia. Russian President Vladimir Putin invited the head of China XI Jinping assistance in fighting the coronavirus.