British luxury car manufacturer Jaguar Land Rover (JLR), owned by Tata, has announced an extension of its production halt until September 24 due to a cybersecurity incident earlier this month. The breach has impacted global operations, and the company is currently investigating the issue while planning a phased and controlled resumption of activities. JLR expressed regret over the disruption and assured ongoing updates as the situation develops.
This incident comes at a challenging time for JLR, which is already facing financial pressure from rising costs linked to U.S. tariffs. The cyberattack has further strained the company by halting production efforts as it works to strengthen its business. In 2023, JLR signed a significant agreement with Tata Consultancy Services for cybersecurity and IT support as part of its digital transformation strategy. However, the recent breach presents a significant setback.
Industry experts warn that the extended production pause could negatively impact JLR’s supply chain and sales targets in key markets. The company’s immediate focus is on securely restoring systems to resume normal operations as quickly as possible.
