THAI delivers virus-prevention equipment to China

THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 13, 2020
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Thai Airways International in cooperation with Toyota Tsusho (Thailand) and Worldwide Logistics Services (Thailand) are sending medical preventive equipment to China in support of its bid to contain the spread of coronavirus (COVID-19), including face masks and protective gear.

Sumeth Damrongchaitham, President of Thai Airways said Toyota Tsusho and Worldwide Logistics Services acquired the equipment from over 30 countries worldwide. Thai Airways has sent the first shipment of 4 tonnes to the Red Cross Society of China and Hubei Red Cross Foundation.

THAI delivers virus-prevention equipment to China

“Red Cross Society of China and Hubei Red Cross Foundation will distribute the items to government-certified donation centres and hospitals in Wuhan and other high-risk areas,” he said.

“Thai Airways, as a national airline and representative of the Thai people wish Chinese in all regions to overcome this crisis quickly. Thai Airways is ready and willing to help China anytime.”