Green forest fire notification in Thailand

Thailand Forest Fire Supply-chain Risk Briefing

Summary

Forest fires that began in Thailand on March 28 have continued for approximately two weeks until April 12, classified as a moderate risk level. The prolonged fires in Thailand, a major Southeast Asian manufacturing hub, raise concerns about potential impacts on regional production facilities and logistics networks.

Supply-chain impact

• Manufacturing production disruptions: Production activities of major manufacturers in Thailand including electronics, automotive parts, and textiles may be affected by air pollution and transportation restrictions
• Agricultural supply-chain risks: Concerns over reduced production and quality degradation of Thailand's key agricultural products including rice, rubber, and palm oil
• Logistics network delays: Potential slowdown in Southeast Asian regional logistics flows due to blocked land transportation routes and restricted air operations
• Air quality deterioration: If haze spreads to neighboring Malaysia, Singapore and other countries, it could have cascading effects on manufacturing operations across the region

Watch points

• Track changes in air quality index and factory operation rates in Bangkok and major industrial complexes (Ayutthaya, Rayong, etc.)
• Monitor Thai government's fire suppression progress and timeline for lifting transportation and logistics restrictions
• Monitor the extent of haze spread to neighboring countries and whether regional manufacturers suspend production