Summary
Japan is experiencing a shortage of Asahi beer and bottled tea due to a cyber-attack. The attack has affected Asahi's ability to process orders and deliver products from most of its factories within the country.
Key Facts
- Asahi Group's factories in Japan stopped operations due to a cyber-attack.
- The attack disrupted Asahi's ordering and delivery systems.
- Major retailers like FamilyMart and Lawson warn of Asahi product shortages.
- Asahi has paused orders and shipments with no timeline for resumption.
- FamilyMart stated that its Famimaru range of teas may be unavailable.
- Lawson plans to offer alternative products to reduce customer impact.
- Asahi is Japan's largest brewer and sells brands like Peroni and Grolsch.
- There is no evidence of customer data being leaked from this attack.