[Construction Industry Impact Survey: Iran Situation] Over 70% Face or Expect Material Delays; Procurement Hurdles for Chemicals and Housing Equipment Lead to Potential Order Suspensions in 73% of Sites

X Mile, Inc., a provider of SaaS and HR platforms for non-desk industries such as logistics, construction, and manufacturing (HQ: Shinjuku, Tokyo; Representative Director: Hiroyuki Noro), conducted a survey on the impact of Middle East tensions (including the Iran situation) on the construction industry, targeting 100 professionals in procurement and ordering roles.

The survey reveals that over 90% of respondents acknowledge the impact on their business, with surging material costs, delivery delays, and 73% of construction sites already halting or considering the suspension of new orders. Specific feedback from operators includes "suspension of mid-career hiring due to material unavailability," "project starts being held up due to labor shortages," and "impact on construction operations in the Asian region (Vietnam, Nepal)."

Survey Highlights: - 95% of construction professionals "feel or fear" the impact. - Over 90% are facing or expect rising procurement costs. - About half report a cost increase of over 10%. - 80% have experienced or expect delivery delays. - 73% of construction sites face the possibility of suspending new orders. - Key affected items: Petrochemical products (adhesives, paints), logistics, steel/metal products, and housing equipment.

Escalating tensions in the Middle East, including the Iran situation, have created a dual crisis of supply chain disruption and rising costs, causing severe operational disruptions on construction sites. Many sites are being forced to review project schedules and limit new orders.