Coupang Resumes Operations at Goyang Logistics Center

[Asia Economy Reporter Kim Cheol-hyun] Coupang announced on the 7th that there were no additional confirmed COVID-19 cases within the Goyang logistics center, where a confirmed case of the novel coronavirus infection (COVID-19) had occurred, according to the epidemiological investigation results from the quarantine authorities. Accordingly, after consultation with the quarantine authorities, it was decided to resume operations on the same day.

The Coupang Goyang logistics center was closed on the 5th after one confirmed COVID-19 case was reported. The confirmed case was an employee of a security company affiliated with the Goyang logistics center, who underwent a COVID-19 test on the 4th and received a positive diagnosis on the 5th. Upon confirming the occurrence of the confirmed case, Coupang immediately informed employees through text messages and verbal notifications, and took proactive measures such as conducting additional disinfection after closing the logistics center.

A Coupang official stated, "We will actively cooperate with the quarantine authorities and do our best to ensure the safety of workers and visitors and to prevent the spread of COVID-19."