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The entire JLR family is profoundly saddened by the death of Mr. Ratan Tata.   His personal achievements and legacy are unequalled in society, and the mark he leaves on our business and brands is greater than that of any other individual. Mr. Tata led us on an extraordinary journey. He inspired incredible new chapters in our history. Under his generous and trusting guidance, we have felt deeply proud to be part of the Tata story. https://lnkd.in/eb_s6EhC

As part of our #BlackHistoryMonth celebrations, this week we were delighted to welcome the Olympic, World, European, and Commonwealth champion Linford Christie to our JLR sites in the UK. Visiting our manufacturing teams in Halewood, Solihull, Castle Bromwich and our Electric Propulsion Manufacturing Centre in Wolverhampton, Linford met JLR colleagues from across the business to share his inspiring journey from humble beginnings to becoming an Olympic gold medallist. As a prominent Black athlete, he has acted as a vocal advocate for diversity and inclusion. His presence and message reinforced JLR’s commitment to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered. Linford spoke about a range of heartfelt topics and inspired colleagues to become even better allies. He also visited colleagues working on our new production lines and in our factories which have recently seen over £250million in investment. This is just one of several activities planned this #BlackHistoryMonth at JLR, giving everyone the opportunity to share, celebrate and understand the impact of Black heritage and culture. #JLR #BHM

Our strategic partnership with NVIDIA and development on the NVIDIA Omniverse platform is transforming the innovation and digitalisation of our manufacturing operations at #JLR. These pioneering technologies enable us to create virtual worlds (#DigitalTwins) that simulate our manufacturing plants, creating environments where we can test innovations and technologies prior to real-world application.    This week, our new Manufacturing Digital and Innovation graduates have been introduced to #NVIDIAOmniverse and its capabilities. As part of their graduate programme, they will be immersing themselves into the platform and Universal Scene Description (#OpenUSD) to test use cases connected with the likes of #robotics, #3D applications and the integration of #AI – all integral components in the delivery of our #Reimagine strategy. This will help unlock more efficient operations across #manufacturing and ultimately contribute to the production of our next-generation vehicles.    Good luck to our graduates - we look forward to seeing the contributions they make to bringing our Factory of the Future vision to life! Paulina Chmielarz #NVIDIA #innovation #factoryofthefuture

With our Graduate and Undergraduate programmes going live soon, we want you to arrive as you are and achieve the exceptional here at JLR. Meet Ipek. Spending everyday working with state-of-the-art technology and being at the cutting edge of AI is what Ipek loves about her job. Ipek has always had an interest in data science and is currently on the Data Analytics Cross Functional Scheme where she can apply her skills. “My line manager and home team have been particularly instrumental in my growth, placing a lot of trust in my abilities, pushing me to reach my potential, and recognising my achievements.” Read more about Ipek’s life at JLR as a graduate here: https://lnkd.in/egNs4jiq #GraduateScheme #WomenInSTEM #AITechnology

As the first partner of the Amos Bursary in the West Midlands, JLR is committed to helping young people from African and Caribbean heritage achieve their career goals. In the last year, we have donated £60,000 to the charity and provided mentorship for career development.    Last month, we hosted 30 Amos Bursary charity scholars, offering them valuable insights into the diverse opportunities available at JLR.    The students’ enthusiasm during their visit was inspiring, and their feedback encourages us to keep strengthening our outreach. We’ll continue working with our teams and employee-led networks to support and develop the next generation of talent.    Giving back to our communities and offering equitable opportunities to all is integral to our success. By empowering young talent, and letting them know what’s possible, we are shaping a stronger future for everyone.      #BlackHistoryMonth

Last week’s Global DE&I Summit truly left its mark. Dame Kelly Holmes OBE reminded us, "The colour of your soul is more important than the colour of your skin," whilst Amar Latif OBE inspired us to embrace positivity and make the most of life’s challenges. The keynote speeches and fireside chats have sparked powerful conversations across our business. Huge thanks to our colleagues, partners and suppliers for standing with us as we continue our journey to become an equitable, change-driven company. 

Looking after the health and wellbeing of our people and the communities in which we operate is essential for us. That includes the young people who will become the leaders of tomorrow. In the UK, almost one third of children aged between 5 and 10 have less than one portion of vegetables per day. Yet it is recommended they eat 5 portions in order to be healthy, learn effectively, and to help reduce the risk of critical diseases, such as hypertension or type 2 diabetes. Through the ProVeg UK School Plates programme, JLR is supporting the provision of nutritionally balanced meals in primary and secondary schools, with the aim of benefitting 500,000 children. By providing tasty plant-based options in canteens and promoting good eating habits, we can help the next generation get the nourishment they need to succeed. #EngageforGood

Factory of the Future. For over 61 years, Halewood has been the beating heart of vehicle manufacturing in the Northwest. The historic production facility has been producing some of JLR’s most popular vehicles for over a decade and now, we can confirm its future as a modern, digitised, all-electric facility capable of producing electric and internal combustion vehicles simultaneously. Over the course of 12 months and more than one million hours invested by our JLR colleagues and supply partners, we have: 🏢 Constructed a 32,364 sqm extension to build our next generation EMA vehicle bodies 🤖 Introduced over 750 autonomous robots throughout the facility 👩🔧 Delivered High Voltage Training to 1,600 of our JLR colleagues ☘ Kicked off plans to install 18,000 solar panels to cover 10% of the facility's energy consumption And so much more. JLR Halewood’s unique spirit has an exciting, electrified future, playing a key role building our next generation vehicles. This next pivotal chapter for Halewood is going to be one of the most defining and important in its long history. #Reimagine

Last week, we hosted our second DE&I Summit, bringing together over 6,000 colleagues across the globe. This was another powerful and important milestone in our ongoing commitment to fostering a truly inclusive workplace. We recognise that true DE&I is embedded in culture and our daily experiences, which is why it remains a core part of our #Reimagine strategy. As well as fostering a more diverse workforce, we aim to also create a lasting impact by incorporating inclusion into our systems. The concept of privilege was at the heart of this year’s discussion, with Dame Kelly Holmes OBE and Amar Latif OBE encouraging colleagues to break down barriers and reimagine what’s possible in any given situation.    We continue to focus on helping colleagues understand our purpose and DE&I principles, whilst adapting our systems and policies to support flexibility, comfort, and wellbeing. Since our 2023 summit, we’ve adopted several key initiatives to support this vision: ◾ DE&I Smart Book: We distributed over 1,500 pocket-sized guides across all manufacturing sites.  ◾ JLR App: Allowing manufacturing colleagues to manage work more efficiently and stay connected on the go.  ◾ Enhanced Parental Policies: Including 52 weeks of full-paid maternity leave, adoption, surrogacy leave, and improved paternity and pregnancy loss policies. ◾ Menopause Support: Offering flexible working hours, additional breaks, and workplace accommodations.  ◾ Inclusive Workwear: Invested £3M in workwear options that reflect the diverse cultural backgrounds and accommodate the physical needs of our colleagues.    By ensuring equal opportunities, visibility, and voice, we are creating an environment where every colleague has the chance to thrive. #WeAreJLR #DiversityEquityandInclusion    Lisa Fritz, Will King, Jessica (Brown) Guerrero, Antara Shah 

Over the weekend, over 500 people from our UK sites descended upon the stunning Elan Valley in the heart of the Cambrian Mountains of Mid Wales for this year’s JLR Challenge 2.0.    81 teams spent the weekend going head-to-head in an 11-hour race against the clock, filled with exhilarating tasks. They collected ‘points’ by completing a multitude of outdoor activities. It wasn’t a challenge for the faint-hearted!    JLR Challenge 2.0 is an annual fundraising event with our purpose - ‘Live the Exceptional with Soul' at its core. Last year, the event raised over £110,000 (including JLR-matched funding) for local and national charities. This year, with donations still coming in, our teams have raised a phenomenal £133,124 for 61 charities.    Tenika Reid (MCIM), Change Communications Manager at JLR who headed up the communications and engagement for the Challenge said: “Come rain or shine, it was smiles all round this weekend. Sustainability and impact were at the core of the Challenge. This was a free event for our people to come together and collaborate, on behalf of a charity close to their hearts. The weekend showcased the very best of our purpose in action. The teams took on the Challenge against the elements showing sheer determination to reach the summit for a variety of good causes. The atmosphere was euphoric and uplifting, our people exemplified what it means to live the exceptional with soul.”    JLR Challenge 2.0 epitomises the Engage for Good pillar of our #sustainability strategy, which focuses on taking care of the communities and environments in which we operate and making a positive, lasting impact on the world.    A huge thank you to everyone involved in the success of this year’s event, including volunteers, marshals and those who made it an event to remember for many years to come.    #JLR #JLRChallenge #Unity #Impact #CSR