Green forest fire notification in Thailand

Supply-chain Risk Briefing: Thailand Wildfires

1) Summary Thailand has experienced wildfires lasting from March 30 to April 14, currently classified as medium-grade risk. The fires, which persisted for approximately two weeks, are expected to have potential impacts on local agricultural and manufacturing supply chains.

2) Supply-chain impact

• Agricultural supply disruptions - Potential for global supply chain delays if production areas for Thailand's major exports including rice, sugar, and rubber are included in fire-affected zones
• Manufacturing operation shutdowns - Concerns over production disruptions at electronic component and automotive parts manufacturing facilities in Thailand due to deteriorating air quality and logistics network blockages
• Logistics network delays - Export-import logistics delays and cost increases due to road and transportation network controls near fire zones
• Air quality deterioration - Productivity declines and worker safety issues due to worsening working conditions at nearby industrial complexes

3) Watch points

• Fire suppression completion timeline - Confirmation of complete extinguishment after April 14 and effectiveness of measures to prevent further spread
• Major industrial complex operational status - Tracking production resumption schedules for Bangkok and major manufacturing hubs and speed of logistics network normalization