Car manufacturer JLR grapples with mounting losses due to a cyberattack, causing operational issues
Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) has announced an extension of its global production halt, following a cyber security incident that has disrupted operations since last week. The automotive giant, based in the West Midlands, UK, has seen its supply chain ripple effects reach thousands of jobs across Europe and beyond.
The cyber security incident has forced JLR to temporarily lay off around 6,000 employees at its subsidiaries Evtec, WHS Plastics, SurTec, and OPmobility. This number is just a fraction of the workforce supported by JLR globally, which is estimated to be at least 100,000.
The forensic investigation into the cyber security incident is still ongoing, with JLR working tirelessly to understand the extent of the disruption and to take necessary measures to address the issue. The shutdown is currently expected to last until September 24.
Production at JLR's UK sites in Halewood, Solihull, and Wolverhampton, and overseas in China, India, and Slovakia, has been suspended as a result of the cyber security attack. This has led to temporary layoffs at JLR suppliers in the West Midlands, France, and Germany, causing further concerns for the viability of businesses elsewhere in JLR's supply chain.
Fears are growing that the prolonged shutdown could have a significant impact on the wider automotive industry, particularly in the UK where the sector is already struggling due to Brexit uncertainties. As the investigation continues, JLR and its suppliers will be hoping for a swift resolution to the cyber security incident, allowing them to resume production and safeguard the jobs of their employees.
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