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Informist, Monday, Sept. 7, 2026

 

--JLR to cut global workforce by around 4,000 roles over next two years 

--JLR: Workforce cut won't impact direct manufacturing jobs 

 

MUMBAI – Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles Ltd.'s UK-based luxury car arm Jaguar Land Rover Automotive Plc will reduce its global workforce by around 4,000 roles over the next two years as it grapples with rising competition, changing market dynamics, and continued geopolitical uncertainty, the company said in a statement Monday. 

 

The company's financials have been sharply affected by a crippling cyberattack, US tariffs, and intense competition from Chinese rivals, which have weighed on car sales.

 

"The reduction, which is not expected to impact direct manufacturing jobs, will be achieved through voluntary means wherever possible," JLR said.

 

JLR said the move is part of its effort to simplify the organisation, improve operational performance, and support long-term sustainable growth. The company currently employs 43,000 people globally. "JLR is today beginning consultation on the first round of reductions and will provide support to all colleagues affected by the changes and engage with Trade Unions and employee representatives throughout the transition," it said. 

JLR accounts for around 80% of Tata Motors PV's consolidated profitability. In the June quarter, its revenue barely grew year-on-year, but fell almost 10% in pounds sterling terms, broadly in line with its wholesale sales during the period.

 

JLR's layoffs follow similar moves by other automotive giants. German automaker Volkswagen Group recently approved plans to cut 100,000 jobs as part of its Future Plan 2030. This includes 9,000 job cuts at luxury carmaker Porsche. In late July, BMW announced plans to cut several thousand jobs by the end of 2027, Reuters reported.

 

For the June quarter, Tata Motors PV reported a consolidated net profit of INR 7.75 billion on revenue of INR 957.99 billion. Monday, its shares ended 1.4% lower at INR 307 on the National Stock Exchange.   End

 

Reported by Anand JC

Edited by Saji George Titus

 

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