Jaguar Land Rover's Global Production Crippled by Widespread Cyber Attack
Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) is grappling with a widespread cyber attack that has disrupted production and supply chains globally. The attack, suspected to be ransomware, has forced the company to extend its production shutdown until October 1, 2025. The attack has hit JLR's India operations hard, with a monthly capacity of 1,000 vehicles now facing backlogs of 3 to 8 months, depending on the model. About a quarter of tractor supply have already paused production and laid off workers, with more expected to follow. The cyber attack has affected production lines worldwide, including in the UK, China, Slovakia, Brazil, and India. More than 33,000 JLR staff in the UK alone have been affected, with assembly lines operating minimal shifts as maintenance teams idle. The government and National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) are coordinating to ensure a secure phased restart of JLR's operations. Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) is involved in the secure phased resumption of JLR’s production, focusing on its IT infrastructure and cybersecurity unit. Parliamentary figures have voiced concerns about the vulnerability of UK businesses in the digital age and state-sponsored cyber threats. The cyber attack has severe repercussions for the wider supply chain, with an estimated 200,000 jobs at risk across hundreds of supplier companies. Dealers worldwide have been unable to register vehicles or order spare parts, and diagnostic software has been rendered inoperable. The automotive industry awaits signs of stability and a return to production as JLR works to recover from the cyber attack. The extended production shutdown, now set to last until October 1, 2025, highlights the significant impact of the attack on the company and its global tractor supply chain.
