Olof Persson

Chief Executive Officer, Iveco Nv

Search every verified Olof Persson interview, podcast appearance, and on-the-record quote — each transcript cross-checked by AI and human review to confirm speaker identity. In December 2013, Persson described the launch of the Eicher Pro series by VE Commercial Vehicles as a "breakthrough" and a "reincarnation of the Eicher brand." He stated that the new range of trucks and buses was "modern and cost efficient" and would support customers in achieving greater prosperity. Persson noted that the Volvo Group had been in India for 15 years and considered it a home market, adding that the joint venture with Ashok Leyland was key to accessing the mainstream Indian market. He said the partnership had been "very successful" and that substantial investments had been made in both the new product range and Indian production facilities. In a November 2012 interview, Persson stated that India was a home market for the Volvo Group and that the company had developed the Volvo brand in the premium truck and bus segments. He said the long-term fundamentals for India to continue growing were present, though he cautioned that development would not be linear. Persson expressed the ambition to become one of the top two commercial vehicle players in India for vehicles from five tonnes and upwards. He affirmed that the company would continue to invest in India on a long-term basis, despite short-term economic uncertainties.