Summary
Asahi has restarted some of its beer production in Japan after a cyber-attack temporarily shut down its operations. The attack affected Asahi's ability to process orders and manage deliveries, impacting beer supplies in major stores. Although production is resuming, capacities are not yet back to normal.
Key Facts
- Asahi restarted some production at all six breweries in Japan after a cyber-attack.
- The cyber-attack affected Asahi's ordering and delivery systems, causing beer shortages in major stores like 7-Eleven.
- Asahi not only produces beer but also soft drinks and food products.
- The attack only impacted Asahi's operations in Japan, representing about half of its sales.
- Beer plants and soft drink factories in Japan are operating, but not at full capacity.
- Asahi cooperates with cyber-security experts to restore its systems but lacks a clear timeline for full recovery.
- Asahi also owns international brands like Peroni and Grolsch, which were not affected by the attack.
