P&G Discontinues New Capital Investments in Russia, Suspends Operations in Ukraine for Worker Safety

In a letter to employees on March 7, Procter & Gamble President and CEO Jon Moeller outlined the company’s steps to protect employees in Ukraine and its plans for operations in Russia.

P&G has suspended operations in Ukraine to help protect its people locally, according to Moeller.

“Our continued efforts range from evacuation assistance, to financial and logistical support, to the provision of food, shelter and essential products for P&G families. P&Gers in Central Europe and around the world have stepped up to lend their individual support, many opening their homes to welcome their Ukrainian colleagues. This is a testament to P&G people and the values we share,” Moeller wrote in his letter.

According to P&G, a multi-million-dollar relief package of cash contributions and P&G products—including diapers, feminine care and other essentials—are flowing to refugee families through the International Federation of Red Cross and Crescent Societies and relief organizations across Central and Eastern Europe.

P&G has discontinued all new capital investments in Russia and, and the company is also suspending all media, advertising, and promotional activity.

Further, P&G is “significantly reducing” its product portfolio to focus on basic health, hygiene and personal care items needed by the many Russian families, noted Moeller.

“As we proceed with the reduced scale of our Russian operations, we will continue to adjust as necessary,” Moeller wrote.

“Our many Russian colleagues, and the people of Russia, face challenges and uncertainty for their futures that are also significant. P&G will continue to support them, but the situation necessitates important changes immediately and over time,” he added.

Moeller opened the letter with the following statement: “Our hearts go out to all people who endure the unspeakable human toll of war, and we condemn aggression in any circumstance. We join the world in praying for peace.”