90% of industry players expect supply chain disruptions within two weeks - FMM

FMM In The News: KLSESCREENER, April 6, 2026

KUALA LUMPUR: A Federation of Malaysian Manufacturers (FMM) survey found that 90 per cent of over 200 respondents expect supply chain disruptions within the next two weeks due to the West Asia conflict.

Its president, Jacob Lee Chor Kok, said some key materials needed for manufacturing are expected to be in short supply or unavailable, alongside rising prices.

He said the West Asia conflict has affected the sector in three key areas, namely logistical disruptions; higher energy and fuel costs; and material disruptions.

"On logistical disruptions, companies need to reroute shipments at much higher freight costs, while also paying premium insurance and higher port storage charges.