2011
Oct.12, 2011
Minebea Co., Ltd.
Notice Regarding Flood Damage in Thailand
Minebea Co., Ltd., as of twelve noon October 12, announces the effects that the extensive flooding in Thailand resulting from rain since July has had on its five manufacturing sites there as follows.
1. Status of plants
| Plant name | Workers | Location | Production items | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lop Buri | 10,000 | Lop Buri Province | Electronic devices Small motors Aircraft parts |
No human or material damage Operating normally |
| Ayutthaya | 3,400 | Ayutthaya Province | Ball bearings | No human or material damage Operation suspended since October 7 due to flooding in the surrounding area |
| Rojana | 1,600 | Rojana Industrial Park Ayutthaya Province |
Die-cast parts | Flooding in the factory, but no casualties Operation suspended since October 7 Preparing to increase purchase from outside source Details unconfirmed because industrial park closed |
| Bang Pa-in | 15,000 | Ayutthaya Province | Ball bearings Machined parts Electronic devices Small motors |
No human or material damage Operating normally |
| Navanakorn | 1,000 | Nava Nakorn Industrial Estate Pathum Thani Province |
Small motor parts | No human or material damage Operating normally |
All plants except Rojana are taking measures to prevent future damage due to rising water levels. There are no human casualties, but worker attendance has dropped 10% to 30% because of the massive impact that flooding has had on commuting, housing, and other aspects of their lives. To compensate, we are shifting workers from suspended plants to continue production activities as close to normal operation as possible and thus minimize the impact on customers.
2. Looking ahead
Future operations will be decided in light of the situation as it develops. The understanding of customers and suppliers concerned about our situation would be greatly appreciated.
We will continue to monitor the extent of the flood damage and its effect on business performance and immediately report any developments risking a significant impact on business results.
| Media Inquires: | Corporate Communications Office, Minebea Co., Ltd. |
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