Automated vehicle movement pilot 'promising', says Volkswagen's Peter Hörndlein VW Group's Peter Hörndlein discusses its autonomous vehicle pilot at the Port of Emden, standardisation and demand forecasting for finished vehicle logistics. Automotive Logistics
Carmakers use workaround to avoid Nexperia semiconductor shortage, reports claim Automakers have found a workaround to address semiconductor shortages as the ownership dispute between Nexperia's Dutch HQ and Wingtech in China continues. James McLoughlin
The story of 2025 livestream: Nearshoring a key trend amid tariff uncertainty and trade volatility In 2025, automotive OEMs like VW have prioritised nearshoring vehicle and parts supply chains as they look to improve resilience in a year shaped by disruption. Automotive Logistics
VW tests automated vehicle driving to optimise port logistics Driverless vehicles are being tested at the Port of Emden in Germany in an effort to use automation to automate and make workflows at automotive terminals more efficient. James McLoughlin
Lean machine: Top 10 Red Sofas on lean logistics From multimodal innovation to AI-powered control towers, industry leaders share practical strategies for driving leaner, more resilient logistics operations – and reveal why efficiency is as much about mindset as it is about technology. Charlie Blackie-Kelly
Routes, reassessments and regionalisation: How auto supply chains are turning trade changes into network gains In our latest livestream, logistic experts explored how to capitalise on crises, examining finished vehicle routes, port congestion and a fluctuating EV landscape Charlie Blackie-Kelly
How trade shifts are reshaping FVL strategies Trade changes and tariffs are reshaping vehicle logistics routes and leading to delays, port congestion and compliance complexity. As OEMs strategically redesign their networks to gain opportunities from the chaos, communication with the FVL sector is key. Megan Kelly
Going green: Top 10 Red Sofa interviews on sustainability Experts share their insights into the industry's sustainable transition, discussing decarbonisation, diversity and data-driven decisions. Charlie Blackie-Kelly
VW Group Logistics launches Venice port terminal to optimise exports, reduce emissions and improve resilience across vehicle logistics Volkswagen Group Logistics will expand its port network for finished vehicles of the Volkswagen Group with a terminal at Venice port in Italy, which will reduce lead times for many plants, increase rail transport, and shorten shipping times with Asia. Christopher Ludwig Megan Kelly
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.
Automotive Logistics & Supply Chain Europe 2025 - “Adapt and deliver, together: Co-creating an agile, win-win automotive supply chain” Welcome to the recap blog for Automotive Logistics & Supply Chain Europe 2025, returning to Bonn, Germany, from March 18-20. Now in its 22nd year, this flagship event unites over 450 automotive logistics professionals - spanning OEMs, tier one suppliers, logistics providers and tech innovators. Anushka Dixit Emily Uwemedimo Megan Kelly
ALSC Europe 2025: Conference Day 1 wrap-up Christopher Ludwig, Chief Content Officer at Automotive Logistics, takes us to the Automotive Logistics & Supply Chain Europe exclusive Networking Dinner after a full day packed with cutting-edge insights, insightful discussions, and networking…
Watch on demand - The story of 2025: Key events, impacts and lessons of disruption Watch Automotive Logistics’ December livestream to reflect on a defining year for the global automotive logistics and supply chain community.
Hoerndlein to lead vehicle logistics for Volkswagen Group Logistics; Bronder moves to SAIC JV Volkswagen Group Logistics has appointed Peter Hoerndlein as its new head of vehicle logistics, taking over from Oliver Bronder, who is moving to head up logistics at VW’s largest Chinese joint venture, SAIC-VW in Shanghai. Megan Kelly
Watch: Commercial vehicle supply chains with Scania and MAN The supply chain and logistics requirements for commercial vehicles, including trucks and buses, can vary significantly. During a panel at Automotive Logistics and Supply Chain Live, supply chain leaders from MAN and Scania explain how they are optimising networks and responding to the crisis.
Better communication a key success factor for commercial vehicle sector The strong ramp-up in commercial vehicle production following the coronavirus shutdowns has been facilitated by better transparency and communication in the supply chain according to speakers at this week’s Automotive Logistics and Supply Chain Live conference. However, there is still room for improvement as the sector deals with the fallout of the coronavirus and new pressures on the inbound supply chain. Marcus Williams
Siegfried Jung takes over BMW’s finished vehicle dispatch and logistics Chris Ludwig Christopher Ludwig
BMW’s Mathias Wellbrock to take in-plant role in Mexico; Peter Hoerndlein to take global outbound position Chris Ludwig Christopher Ludwig
Markus Lange takes over Volkswagen Group’s outbound logistics; Andrea Eck leads Logistics Campus Chris Ludwig Christopher Ludwig
