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BYD's Hungary Plant Hit by Labor Violation Claims in Report

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A worker-rights group said it found labor violations at BYD's (HKG:1211, SHE:002594) new plant in Hungary, where the company plans to start mass production this quarter.

China Labor Watch said its investigation identified debt-linked recruitment, excessive working hours, and opaque employment arrangements affecting some Chinese migrant workers hired through subcontractors and intermediaries, according to a Tuesday report.

The group said the practices may breach local labor rules and align with forced labor indicators defined by the International Labour Organization.

BYD is building a major electric-vehicle manufacturing facility in Hungary as part of its expansion into Europe.

The electric vehicle maker is yet to respond to' request for comment at press time.

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