Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) has extended the shutdown of its global manufacturing operations until October 1, following a cyberattack that has disrupted its IT systems since August 31, 2025.
A spokesperson for JLR said the extension allows the company to plan a phased and secure restart of production, working closely with cybersecurity specialists, the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC), and law enforcement agencies.
Impact on Operations
The ransomware attack has affected JLR facilities in the UK, China, Slovakia, Brazil, and India, halting vehicle assembly and crippling IT-dependent functions such as vehicle registration, spare part orders, and diagnostic systems. JLR’s Indian operations, with a monthly capacity of 1,000 units, have experienced backlogs of three to eight months depending on the model.
In the UK, more than 33,000 employees have been impacted. Minimal shifts continue at assembly lines in Solihull and Halewood, while maintenance teams remain idle. The company’s extended supply chain, supporting around 200,000 jobs, faces mounting pressures, with a quarter of suppliers pausing operations or implementing layoffs.
Government and Industry Response
Officials from the UK government, including Business Secretary Peter Kyle and Industry Minister Chris McDonald, have visited JLR to assess support measures for the company and its suppliers. The NCSC, along with Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), is coordinating recovery efforts. Industry experts have highlighted the vulnerability of UK businesses to cyberattacks from international actors.
Financial and Strategic Implications
JLR, owned by India’s Tata Motors, produces roughly 1,000 vehicles per day across its three UK factories, with the shutdown reportedly causing losses of £50 million ($68 million) per week. The disruption underscores growing concerns over cyber threats to global operations, particularly for companies with extensive digital infrastructure.
Despite the setback, JLR is preparing to resume production once systems are secured, though sources indicate recovery could extend into November if technical issues persist.
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