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The Textile Enterprise Resumes Operations Post-Storm Number 3.

According to the Vietnam Textile and Apparel Association, many textile and garment factories resumed production soon after the third storm, with a sense of urgency to stabilize and fulfill signed orders.

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23 September, 2024

Intense focus on garment manufacturing at the May 10 Corporation in Sai Dong, Long Bien District, Hanoi. (Photo: Anh Tuan/ VNA)

Immediately after Typhoon No. 3 (Yagi) swept through several northern provinces, textile and garment factories affected by the storm resumed production with urgency, determined to fulfill their signed orders.

According to the Vietnam Textile and Apparel Association (Vitas), numerous businesses in the industry suffered storm damage, with some factories experiencing roof damage and falling trees within their premises. Power outages also occurred in several companies, but fortunately, there were no casualties.

As of now, factories in Nam Dinh such as the Nam Dinh Textile and Garment JSC, Nam Dinh Yarn Factory, Nam Dinh Garment Company, and Nam Dinh Silk Company have resumed normal operations without any technical issues arising from the typhoon.

Many Vinatex-owned factories located in industrial parks in Hung Yen Province endured the brunt of the storm but escaped property, equipment, and inventory damage thanks to proactive typhoon prevention measures. However, disruptions to the power grid led to temporary production halts.

At the Yen My Yarn Factory of Dệt 8-3 One-Member Limited Liability Company (Hung Yen), production resumed its normal pace on the morning of September 8.

However, according to the company’s management, production was impacted on the first day due to power quality issues, which affected labor productivity and the operation of machinery across various stages of production.

Mr. Pham Van Tuyen, Director of Dệt 8-3 One-Member Limited Liability Company, shared that the company had implemented typhoon prevention measures from the outset. They utilized cranes to place sandbags on vulnerable roof areas, reinforced the lightning protection system, cleared the rainwater drainage system, pruned trees to minimize the risk of falling, and arranged transportation for their workers.

Export garment manufacturing at Tinh Loi Company, Hai Duong. (Photo: Tran Viet/VNA)

The company mandated the presence of the Head of the Fire Fighting and Rescue Team, the entire Board of Directors of the factory, as well as the Heads of each stage and department, during the storm.

After the typhoon hit Hanoi, several large trees fell, causing a power outage at the 8-3 factory. Power was eventually restored, and workers returned to their regular duties. However, the 16-hour shutdown of the production machinery resulted in significant losses for the company.

Mr. Vien Minh Dao, Director of the Nam Dinh Yarn Factory, reported that the factory is currently stable, with no casualties or property damage. The factory took the super typhoon warning seriously and implemented effective prevention measures, thus minimizing potential losses.

With sturdy doors in place, the factory timely secured the outer doors and stuffed cotton bales inside to protect goods and machinery from the wind. Like other factories, this factory also had to halt production due to power loss.

Mr. Cao Huu Hieu, Director of the Vietnam National Textile and Garment Group (Vinatex), stated that Typhoon No. 3 caused extensive damage to large trees at the Hanoi Textile and Garment Corporation – Dong Van Yarn Factory. The storm also led to a complete power outage, bringing production lines to a standstill.

Immediately after the typhoon, the Group’s leadership requested that businesses arrange for repairs and simultaneously stabilize production. For those facing power outages, they were instructed to work promptly with the Power Company to restore electricity.

Mr. Cao Huu Hieu added that businesses in the typhoon-affected areas proactively prepared for Typhoon No. 3. Notably, the management and typhoon response team closely monitored the situation and took preventive measures to minimize damage and promptly address any issues.

It is commendable that these units prioritized the safety of their workers during production in such challenging weather conditions and successfully minimized losses regarding property, equipment, machinery, and goods.

The leadership of the Hanoi Textile and Garment Corporation shared that each factory had a typhoon response team to ensure safety in the Nam Dan and Nghi Loc factory areas.

At the Dong Van factory, several trees fell by the evening of September 7, and three sheets of roofing were blown off the cotton warehouse 2. The wall was also breached, but the factory promptly reinforced it and implemented similar measures for cotton warehouse 1. Workers who completed their morning shift were accommodated in the office area of the sewing factory 2 and scheduled for the night shift as per the shift rotation.

Mr. Than Duc Viet, Director of May 10 Corporation, stated that they had prepared timely and comprehensive plans to counter the super typhoon and assigned a task force to be on standby at the factories.

To ensure the safety of their workers, May 10 granted a day off on September 7. Their factories largely maintained the safety of their workers and assets, except for the Hung Ha Vest Factory, which suffered roof damage in the boiler area. However, the issue was promptly addressed to stabilize production.

Currently, the businesses have replanted uprooted trees, cleaned up debris, cleared drains to prepare for heavy rainfall, and ensured a hygienic and safe environment for workers to return to normal production.

Ngoc Tran