Fonterra says two un-named senior managers have been put on leave following the recent botulism scare.
In a brief statement Fonterra said the move comes as it continues its internal operational investigation into the circumstances surrounding the precautionary recall of whey protein concentrate.
“We are moving quickly and establishing key facts about what has happened and, as they emerge, we are taking appropriate action,” Fonterra CEO Theo Spierings said.
He added that putting the two on leave didn't pre-empt the findings of the co-operatives operational review and they would remain involved in the ongoing investigation.
"The internal operational review will be completed by the end of the month and is looking into the transparency of information in the business, and how that information is escalated to the appropriate levels. Fonterra’s Board of Directors is continuing a separate inquiry and the findings from the operational review will be shared with them."
Earlier in the week Fonterra announced the resignation of Gary Romano, its managing director for NZ Milk Products, with immediate effect.
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