Red Sofa interview | Peter Hörndlein on how VW is building a more flexible, sustainable and future-ready vehicle logistics network
Peter Hörndlein outlines VW’s flexible logistics strategy, from tackling disruption to investing in sustainable transport solutions.
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Peter Hörndlein, managing director of vehicle logistics at Volkswagen Group Logistics, took to the Red Sofa at ALSC Europe 2025 in Bonn to discuss how VW is building a resilient, flexible and sustainable vehicle logistics network across Europe and globally.
Hörndlein explained how VW uses data visibility and scenario planning to adapt to demand fluctuations and avoid past capacity crises, with an emphasis on connecting flexibility, efficiency, sustainability and transparency as interlinked priorities.
He said VW aims to shift more outbound logistics to rail powered by green electricity, despite capacity constraints. The OEM is also aiming to increase electrification of road transport, with investment in battery-electric trucks accelerating as compatible trailer solutions improve.
Automotive Logistics & Supply Chain Europe 2025 took place on 18-20 March at the Kameha Grand Bonn, Germany.
The event will return to Bonn next year,on 17-19 March 2026.