VW's Thomas Hegel Gunther: “We cannot afford to make any mistakes”

Thomas Hegel Gunther - Thomas Hegel Gunther has been managing the VW plant in Palmela since December 2021. (Image- VW)

The Volkswagen Autoeuropa plant in Portugal is a testament to the power of continuous improvement and efficient production and logistics. Despite being over three decades old, the factory has consistently achieved high levels of productivity and received recognition for its lean practices.

Volkswagen Autoeuropa is committed to sustainability, aiming to reduce CO2 emissions by 80% by 2030. The plant invests in renewable energy and demonstrates that with the right strategy, innovation, and focus, factories can remain competitive and successful for years to come. Dive into this Q&A with VW Portugal’s Thomas Hegel Gunther…

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