Tough times ahead for export and tourism reliant economies, that's for sure. I am sure economics will prevail, but the thought of manufacturing more in other countries must be looked at. Others will strip out the Plants, and relocate their Operations to more favourable locations in SE Asia, or, as some are thinking, to relocate to their Home Nations, where they have greater control over the supply chains. The statement by Tri Petch Sales on Wednesday hinted at the production suspension impacting deliveries to customers who had booked vehicles. If this is right, the fall-out will not be limited to the automotive sector and Thailand is about to find itself in serious trouble. Surprised they are waiting till the 13th. IMIT is a sole representative of ISUZU, that is responsible for the exports of ISUZU Light Commercial Vehicle (LCV) from Thailand to the world market. Isuzu V cross. Isuzu offers 1 , 1 Pickup Trucks and 1 SUV in the country. Chatuchak Thailands high baht could be a deciding factor that the love affair with manufacturing is over. Bangkok, 10900 Must be playing havoc with 'Just in Time' logistics. The Company offers commercial vehicles, trucks, buses, sports utility vehicles, passenger cars, engine components, spare parts, and equipments.1088 Vibhavadi Rangsit Road The problem is, many of these factories will not reopen. Isuzu Motors (Thailand) Co Ltd is suspending manufacturing operations at its plant in Thailand as the current Covid-19 situation had affected the component supply chain across the globe and shrunk domestic and the export markets. Many of these Companies have been forced into shutdown due to the Corona Virus Outbreak, and there will be many more to come in the near future.
The problem is, many of these factories will not reopen. The Isuzu V cross is another member of the Cross series produced from 1997 on. Isuzu being the latest large Manufacturer in Thailand to shut down due to Covid19, is only part of the real issue. I think that the 'Thailand clearout' will continue, irrespective of any progress with Covid-19, though the possible reason for the 'maybe' and non-accidental under-reporting has now become clearer.
And perfect for any type of driver. The economic damage caused globally will keep demand low and in particular the strength of the Thai Baht will ensure that it won't be feasible. A major manufacturer (possibly one mentioned in this thread) had rumours of a case or cases of COVID-19 weeks ago in Laem Chabang but only shut down recently when the case was confirmed. But the reality is that many have been struggling now for some time with falling Global sales and a strong Thai Baht, among other things such as a lack of Skilled Personnel Etc. Tri Petch Isuzu Sales Co Ltd, official distributor of Isuzu vehicles in Thailand, said that it had been informed by Isuzu about suspension of production at its two plants -- in Amphur Prapradaeng, Samut Prakan province, and in Gateway Industrial Estate in Chachoengsao province -- from April 13-30. A major manufacturer (possibly one mentioned in this thread) had rumours of a case or cases of COVID-19 weeks ago in Laem Chabang but only shut down recently when the case was confirmed. Tri Petch Isuzu Sales, the sole distributor of Isuzu vehicles, assured customers it would do its best to handle the matter. Contact your nearest dealer from 430 authorized Isuzu car dealers across 305 cities in Thailand for best offers. The problem is, many of these factories will not reopen. The original D-Max is sold alongside the Chevrolet Colorado in the Thai market where they are both built. SALES We specialize is CBU & CKD exports functions, which do not only include logistical shipment to global destinations, but also sales and marketing support in each specific market. Isuzu TFR Isuzu Motors (Thailand) Co Ltd is suspending manufacturing operations at its plant in Thailand as the current Covid-19 situation had affected the component supply chain across the globe Currently 2 Isuzu cars are available for sale in Thailand. My own (amateur watcher) feeling is that (from the manufacturer's viewpoint), this has been a fortunate happenstance which has provided at least some of them with the opportunity to do what they were looking for an opportunity to do anyway for other reasons (of which the Thailand economy may be one). You need to be a member in order to leave a commentSign up for a new account in our community.
Happening around the globe .. and not just auto manufacturers .. All companies making stuff requiring components to be shipped in are facing the same .. And since the slow down a large number of shipping containers used in the transportation loop are in the wrong place so when manufacturing does restart it will still take weeks for the supply chain to return to some normality .. I keep hoping that post the virus, the world will stop relying on china to manufacture everything. Isuzu spare parts and trucks dealer locator specifies all dealers in all countries aroun the world with locations and websites for every dealer It's easy! Analysts will be looking at what to pull the plug on permanently and where possibly to relocate it. A major manufacturer (possibly one mentioned in this thread) had rumours of a case or cases of COVID-19 weeks ago in Laem Chabang but only shut down recently when the case was confirmed. I'm sure with the global economics things will be changing for the long term in the next couple of years. With the enforced shutdown, many Companies will be looking at their 5 and 10 Year Plans for growth, and some will decide that the Mothballed Plants in Thailand are a better Tax Offset asset , than reopening them.