Two major international giants take the field against the coronavirus emergency. While among the big companies there is a race for donations, FCA and Gucci decide to make themselves available to the community by producing the masks necessary for health workers and first responders to protect themselves from the virus.
Fiat Chrysler has in fact decided to convert one of its plants in Asia into the production of masks. The goal is to succeed produce one million pieces per month for those who need it most.
"In these exceptional times, we are evaluating how we can leverage FCA's ingenuity and expertise to help the community," wrote FCA's CEO. Mike Manley in a letter to employees made known by the trade unions. The manager also recalled that “in Italy our engineering and manufacturing teams together with our Ferrari colleagues are collaborating with Siare Engineering, one of the few companies that produce respirators, to help them double their productivity. Being able to redirect our resources to support those who need it most makes me proud to be a part of this company."
Even fashion decides to play its part. Responding to the appeal launched by the Tuscany Region, Gucci has decided to donate 1.100.000 masks and 55.000 gowns which, subject to authorization by the competent authorities, will be delivered in the next few days. Both products will be produced directly by the fashion house owned by the French group Kering.
