Malaysia: Heineken stops brewing in Sungei Way, Selangor as government tries to curb sharp rise in Covid-19 infection

Heineken Malaysia Bhd has suspended operations at its brewery in Sungei Way, Selangor after the government imposed mandatory halt on most businesses to curb the sharp rise in Covid-19 infection in the country, The Star Online reported on June 4.

"The mandatory closures and restrictions pursuant to the MCO 3.0 are expected to have a significant impact on the market in general as well as the Company’s operations and business," the brewer told Bursa Malaysia today.

"The Company will make the necessary announcement on any material developments relating to the above matter, as and when appropriate," it added.

The government has imposed a full lockdown from June 1 to June 14.

03 June, 2021