Volvo appoints Klaus Zellmer (クラウス・ツェルマー) as new CEO, accomplished executive with a track record at Škoda and Porsche tasked with steering the company through turbulent times

Volvo Cars has appointed Klaus Zellmer (クラウス・ツェルマー) as its new CEO. He is expected to take office by 1 October 2027 at the latest, while his predecessor will support the transition.

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Volvo Cars announced on 20 September 2026 that it had appointed Klaus Zellmer (クラウス・ツェルマー) as its new president and CEO. With a track record at Porsche and Škoda, Zellmer is expected to pursue both electrification and a high-value-added strategy. He is expected to take office by 1 October 2027 at the latest, while current CEO Håkan Samuelsson (ホーカン・サムエルソン) will work with the board to support a smooth transition.

This article focuses on Volvo's vision for the future, its background, Zellmer's career and the company's future direction. As it approaches its 100th anniversary, Volvo has indicated that it will integrate safety, design and the promotion of electric vehicles.

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Name of new CEOKlaus Zellmer (クラウス・ツェルマー) appointed as new CEO

Expected start dateExpected to take office by 1 October 2027 at the latest

Treatment of predecessorHåkan Samuelsson (ホーカン・サムエルソン) will support the transition

Career highlightsExecutive with a track record at Porsche and Škoda

Founding AnniversaryVolvo is approaching its 100th anniversary

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