Ferrari, Bentley and Maserati have temporarily halted deliveries to the Middle East amid escalating conflict, disrupting supply chains. Learn more now.
Three of the world’s most prestigious automobile makers – Ferrari, Bentley and Maserati – have announced a temporary suspension of vehicle deliveries to the Middle East as the regional conflict drags into its third week.
Why the pause?
The decision follows a surge in hostilities across Qatar, Bahrain and Saudi Arabia, where air‑strike alerts and logistical bottlenecks threaten the safe movement of high‑value cars.
Impact on each brand
Ferrari
Ferrari said it has halted all ground shipments to the region and is now fulfilling a limited number of orders by air freight. Although the Middle East accounts for less than 5% of Ferrari’s global deliveries, the shift to air transport highlights the market’s importance and the logistical challenges currently faced.
Maserati
Maserati confirmed that its delivery network in the area is “severely disrupted.” The maker stressed that normal service will resume only when safety and stability are guaranteed.
Bentley
Bentley’s CEO Frank‑Steffen Walliser told investors that production remains unaffected, but customers in the Gulf are currently more concerned about safety than buying a new Bentayga.
What this means for the luxury car market
Any interruption in delivery schedules can dent short‑term sales and strain long‑term relationships with affluent buyers. Until transport routes are reliably restored and risk levels fall, delayed deliveries are likely to continue.
Watch this space for updates as the situation evolves.