Tragic Incident Halts Subaru Production at Japanese Factories
Tragic Incident Halts Subaru Production at Japanese Factories
How will Subaru recover and move forward from this devastating event?
Production at all three of Subaru’s Japanese factories has come to a halt following a tragic incident that resulted in the death of a long-time employee. Let’s delve into the details of what happened and its impact on the company.
On February 13, tragedy struck at Subaru’s Yajima factory when a 60-year-old employee, who had dedicated 35 years to the company, was fatally crushed by a collapsing mold. The worker, operating a crane via remote control, was moving 25-tonne molds when the accident occurred. The cause of death was asphyxiation, leaving Subaru and its employees devastated by the loss.
In response to the incident, Subaru immediately suspended production at the Yajima factory, where the accident took place. This temporary halt in production affects not only the Yajima factory but also Subaru’s main plant in Gunma, responsible for manufacturing popular models like BRZ, WRX, Crosstrek, and Impreza. Furthermore, an engine and transmission facility in Oizumi are also affected by the production pause. The extent and duration of the halt remain uncertain at this time.
Subaru Australia, expressing deep sympathy, stands in solidarity with the family of the deceased employee. The company is closely collaborating with Subaru Corporation to address the situation but refrains from providing further comments at this stage.
- A 60-year-old employee was killed at Subaru’s Yajima factory when a mold collapsed on February 13.
- Subaru has temporarily paused production at the Yajima factory and its main plant in Gunma.
- The production pause also affects an engine and transmission facility in Oizumi.
- It is unclear whether the production halt has been lifted or is ongoing.
- Subaru Australia has expressed condolences to the deceased employee’s family.
The tragic incident at Subaru’s Yajima factory has led to a temporary suspension of production, impacting multiple facilities. As investigations continue, efforts are being made to ensure the well-being and safety of employees. The repercussions of this incident will undoubtedly have implications for Subaru’s production targets and overall operations.
