Hyundai LG Georgia
Ellabell, GA | Battery
12-Month Risk Trend
Monthly scores calculated from weighted factor assessments. Historical data reflects month-end evaluations.
Risk Score Breakdown
Four equally-weighted factors. Workforce and power/grid constraints embedded within. Confidence interval reflects data recency and source reliability.
Score Change Log
Audit trail of risk score changes with rationale. Full derivation notes available upon request.
| Date | Old | New | Change | Rationale |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 2026 | -- | -- | -- | Monthly review; see RAID log for details |
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Key Risks
Hyundai-LG Georgia construction was disrupted by the September 4, 2025 immigration raid, described by media as the largest single-site DHS enforcement action in history. 475 workers were detained, including 317+ South Korean engineers installing specialized equipment. By November 2025, approximately 50 engineers had returned. Battery plant production has been pushed from late 2025 to H1 2026. The $6.3B facility targets 3,400 jobs when fully operational. (Sources: IEEE Spectrum Nov 2025; CNN Nov 2025; NBC News Nov 2025; Automotive Manufacturing Solutions Nov 2025)
RAID Log
Risk assessments reviewed monthly. Last review: Jan 9, 2026
| Risk | Impact | Probability | Mitigation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hyundai-Kia EV demand | MEDIUM | LOW | Strong EV sales performance |
| IRA battery content rules | MEDIUM | MEDIUM | U.S. production addresses |
| Action | Owner | Due Date | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Korean engineer repatriation/return | HR/Legal | Q4 2025 | ACTIVE |
| Equipment installation resumption | Engineering | H1 2026 | ACTIVE |
| Production start for Ioniq vehicles | Operations | H1 2026 | DELAYED |
| Issue | Severity | Status | Resolution |
|---|---|---|---|
| Construction pace | LOW | ACTIVE | On track for 2025 production |
| Decision | Date | Rationale | Impact |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bryan County JV | 2022 | $4.3B investment; metaplant integration | 35 GWh initial capacity |
| LG Energy partnership | 2022 | Proven technology; scale | Pouch cells for E-GMP platform |
Upcoming Milestones
Dates from official company announcements and regulatory filings