Sime Darby Group CEO tests positive for Covid-19

CORONAVIRUS | Sime Darby Bhd's group chief executive officer Jeffri Salim Davidson has tested positive for Covid-19 and is currently under quarantine and receiving medical treatment.

In a statement today, the Group said Jeffri has not visited any Sime Darby premises in the last 16 days.

“Employees who have been in recent contact with him have been placed under self-quarantine and undergoing the requisite medical examination,” it said.

The Group is working with the relevant authorities to ensure the health and safety of its employees, including undertaking contact tracing to determine those who have been in contact with Jeffri.

It also stated that Group chief financial officer Mustamir Mohamad has assumed the responsibilities of the Group CEO during his absence in ensuring business continuity.

Meanwhile, Sime Darby premises nationwide are closed until March 31, in line with the government’s movement control order.

The company has initiated its business continuity plan and all of its Malaysia-based employees will work remotely.

Sime Darby has also instituted its business continuity plans across the rest of the group’s operations in Asia Pacific to ensure minimal disruptions to operations. — Bernama