Subsequent to one of its employees testing positive for COVID-19 on 14th October 2020, Proton confirmed that another 49 positive cases have now been detected.
According to Proton, all positive cases are from the Engineering Division in Shah Alam, and have been reported to the authorities.
It was said that the company has requested all non-essential personnel who work within the Shah Alam facility to work from home as a precautionary measure.
The company, which has been adhering to official protocols, is continuing its efforts with more stringent actions to ensure prevention of further spread.
Proton also reassured all its customers that it will continue to strictly follow all guidelines and procedures as it has been doing from the start of the pandemic.