Summary
Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) has paused production at its factories due to a cyber attack on its IT systems. The disruption, which started in early September, may last until November, affecting JLR's supply chain and costing the company £50 million a week.
Key Facts
- JLR stopped production on September 1 due to a cyber attack.
- The company aims to resume production by September 24, but disruptions may extend until November.
- The shutdown is costing JLR at least £50 million weekly in lost production.
- More than 1,000 cars a day are normally produced by JLR.
- JLR plants are located in the UK, Slovakia, China, and India, all currently halted.
- Some suppliers face possible bankruptcy without financial aid during the stoppage.
- A criminal investigation into the cyber attack is ongoing, and data may have been accessed or stolen.
- There are calls for government support to help affected workers and businesses.
