Qatar's shutdown of the world's largest LNG facility has disrupted global helium supply, threatening critical sectors such as semiconductor manufacturing, medical applications, and national defense technology. This disruption is directly linked to the ongoing conflict in the Middle East and its impact on energy facilities. Experts have warned that the petrochemical supply shock is affecting a range of industries in Asia, resulting in a 29% increase in costs of raw materials like PTA and Caprolactam. This impact also extends to textile and apparel production in India.
