ROME, March 19 (Reuters) - Italian luxury sports car maker Ferrari said on Thursday it had temporarily suspended deliveries in the Middle East as war rages in the region. "We are closely monitoring
Ferrari, Maserati halt Middle East deliveries due to war
Italian Luxury Car Makers Respond to Middle East Conflict
ROME, March 19 (Reuters) - Italian luxury sports car makers Ferrari and Maserati said on Thursday they had temporarily suspended deliveries in the Middle East, as war rages in the region.
Ferrari's Statement on Middle East Deliveries
"We are closely monitoring the developments in the Middle East and the potential implications for our business," Ferrari said in a statement.
Temporary Suspension and Alternative Measures
"At this stage, we have temporarily suspended deliveries in the area, while managing few deliveries via airplane," the company added.
Maserati's Response to Transportation Challenges
Maserati, said it had also temporarily stopped shipments given the "very critical" transportation management situation in the Middle East.
Conditions for Resuming Shipments
The suspension will remain "pending improvement of the situation and the resumption of transport under conditions of total safety", it added.
Exploring Alternative Delivery Solutions
The company, a premium brand within the Franco-Italian Stellantis group, said it was considering alternative solutions to deliver its cars safely.
(Writing by Francesca Piscioneri, editing by Alvise Armellini)
