Jaguar Land Rover Extends Production Halt Until September 24 After Cyberattack
Tata-owned Jaguar Land Rover (JLR), the popular British luxury carmaker, has decided to pause production until September 24. This comes after a major cybersecurity incident hit the company earlier this month, causing ongoing disruptions to its global operations.
In an official statement, JLR shared the news with its employees, suppliers, and partners. "Today we have informed colleagues, suppliers, and partners that we have extended the current pause in our production until Wednesday, September 24," the company said. They’re still deep into a forensic investigation of the cyberattack and are carefully planning how to safely restart everything.
JLR apologized for the hassle, adding, "We are very sorry for the continued disruption this incident is causing, and we will continue to provide updates as the investigation progresses." The team is working hard to get systems back online securely and resume normal operations as soon as possible.
This setback hits JLR at a tough moment. The luxury car brand has already faced falling profits due to rising costs from US tariffs. Now, the cyberattack has stopped production lines, making it harder for the company to bounce back and meet its goals.
Remember, JLR signed a big £800 million, five-year deal with Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) back in 2023. That contract aimed to boost cybersecurity and IT support as part of JLR’s push for digital transformation. But despite these steps, the recent breach has thrown a wrench in their plans.
Experts in the auto industry warn that this extended production pause could ripple through JLR’s supply chain and hurt sales in key markets like the UK, US, and India. As Tata Motors’ prized asset, JLR plays a huge role in the global luxury car market, and fans are watching closely for updates.
For now, JLR remains focused on fixing the issue and getting back on track. We’ll keep an eye on this story as more details emerge about the Jaguar Land Rover cyberattack and its impact on Tata’s luxury car business.
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