Japan Quake Threatens Supply Chain

The 8.9 magnitude quake and ensuing tsunami destroyed infrastructure and knocked out factories supplying everything from high-tech components to steel, forcing firms including Toyota Corp and Sony Corp to suspend production.

Mar 15, 2011

The 8.9 magnitude quake and ensuing tsunami destroyed infrastructure and knocked out factories supplying everything from high-tech components to steel, forcing firms including Toyota Corp and Sony Corp to suspend production.

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