Ukraine crisis: Michelin halts production at some European plants

Clermont-Ferrand – Michelin Group is suspending production at some of its European plants for a few days in the coming weeks, in the wake of the ongoing conflict in Ukraine and its impact on supply chain.

“Because of the current crisis, and like many industrial players in Europe, the Michelin Group is also facing major logistical and transportation issues in supplying its plants and delivering to customers,” said the group in a statement 3 March.

To optimise operations and adapt flow management, the group said it was suspending manufacturing at certain plants, with each site deciding specific duration and implementation individually.

Michelin also said that it was analysing “in real time” the sanctions that the international community implemented and is already complying with those in effect.

“The serious crisis currently unfolding in Ukraine is particularly impacting Europe.

“Michelin is monitoring the situation at all times at the highest level of the company and expresses its full support for the victims of this conflict,” the group’s statement added.

Michelin said it was striving to limit the impact on service to customers while implementing appropriate measures for employees, in accordance with local regulations.