Reimagining Automotive Supply Chains in Europe by 2025: Collaborative Effort Towards a Flexible, Profitable Automotive Network
At the ALSC Europe 2025 conference in Bonn, Peter Hoerndlein, managing director of vehicle logistics at Volkswagen Group Logistics, took centre stage to discuss the company's vision for a resilient, flexible, and sustainable vehicle logistics network in Europe and beyond.
The focus of the discussion was on building a network that would not only cater to the needs of Europe but also extend globally. The conference, which aimed to empower talent and diversity for a digital future, saw discussions revolving around several key topics, including supply chain resilience, improving sustainability, and the importance of collaboration to boost agility in a volatile market.
Volkswagen's commitment to a greener future was evident as the company announced its aim to increase electrification of road transport. To achieve this, the company plans to move more outbound logistics to rail, powered by green electricity. The decision to invest in electrified trucks for global transport was made by Volkswagen's management board.
The discussion also touched upon the potential of packaging as a competitive tool and the importance of digitalization and AI in logistics. Volkswagen is working on improving compatible trailer solutions for battery-electric trucks, and the company is seeing significant progress in this area.
The conference concluded with a wrap-up, covering key insights from ALSC Europe 2025. The importance of collaboration, digitalization, and sustainability in logistics was emphasized throughout the event.
For those who missed the live event, a Red Sofa interview with Peter Hoerndlein is available to watch below, offering a deeper insight into Volkswagen's logistics strategy for the future.
As Volkswagen continues to invest in battery-electric trucks, the future of logistics for the automotive giant looks set to be greener and more sustainable in Europe and around the globe.
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