The Inside Nerval February FF&E Industry Report highlights how Lunar New Year 2026 caused predictable yet significant FF&E delays, cost increases, and schedule disruptions—issues intensified by tariffs, freight volatility, and port congestion. Hotels that planned 18+ week lead times fared better, protecting room openings and revenue. Culturally aligned guest programming performed well when procurement was planned early. A case study of Ironclad Developments shows that as project volume grows, consolidating FF&E sourcing with specialized partners improves reliability, reduces internal burden, and safeguards timelines. The takeaway: treat Lunar New Year as a fixed operational constraint and invest in early planning, diversified supply, and partners with true scale to minimize disruption.