Asahi Faces Drink Shortages in Japan

Asahi Group, one of the world's largest brewers, is facing significant challenges in Japan due to a recent cyber-attack. The attack has severely impacted their ordering and delivery systems, causing most of their factories in the country to halt operations since Monday.

Major retailers in Japan, including 7-Eleven and FamilyMart, have warned customers about potential shortages of Asahi products. These shortages affect not only beer but also other beverages like bottled tea.

Asahi has stated that they are unable to provide a clear timeline for recovery. However, they have begun partial manual processing of orders and shipments to mitigate the impact. The company is working diligently to restore their systems and ensure continued product supply to customers.

While Asahi owns several global brands, the cyber-attack has only affected their operations in Japan, which account for about half of their sales. Retailers are now looking for alternative products to stock their shelves and minimize disruption to customers.