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Jan Gurander will resign as Deputy CEO of Volvo Group effective December 31, 2022. His responsibilities will be reassigned to other Executive Board members. Gurander has been a pivotal figure in the Group since 2014, contributing to its growth and financial stability. He has served as CFO and played a key role in driving sustainability initiatives. President and CEO Martin Lundstedt commended Gurander's significant contributions over the years. The Volvo Group continues to focus on sustainable transport and infrastructure, employing nearly 100,000 people and serving customers in over 190 markets.
The Volvo Group, Daimler Truck, and TRATON GROUP have launched a joint venture focused on charging infrastructure in Europe, with plans to install at least 1,700 high-performance charging stations for heavy-duty trucks. The JV, led by CEO Anja van Niersen, marks a EUR 500 million investment aimed at supporting the EU's Green Deal for carbon-neutral freight transportation by 2050. The initiative encourages industry collaboration for expanding charging networks and is open to all heavy commercial vehicle brands in Europe.
On July 5, 2022, Volvo Group Venture Capital announced an investment in Optibus Ltd, a company specializing in optimization software for public transportation. The partnership aims to enhance sustainable bus fleets and digitalize the public transportation sector, which is currently evolving due to electrification and changing business models. Optibus, used in 1,000 cities globally, reported a year-over-year revenue doubling. Volvo aims to leverage this investment to offer more efficient transport solutions. The transaction is not expected to significantly affect Volvo's earnings or financial position.
Volvo Group will release its second quarter 2022 report on July 19, 2022, at 7.20 a.m. CEST. A conference call for press and analysts will follow at 9.00 a.m. CEST, featuring President and CEO Martin Lundstedt and CFO Tina Hultkvist. An online presentation will also include a Q&A session. Media inquiries can be made for one-on-one calls starting at 10.15 a.m. CEST. Volvo Group, headquartered in Gothenburg, Sweden, offers diverse transport solutions and reported net sales of SEK 372 billion in 2021.
On June 22, 2022, at the Volvo Group's Capital Markets Day, CEO Martin Lundstedt presented significant growth opportunities due to the ongoing technology shift towards electrification. The company forecasts over a 50% increase in vehicle and service revenues per unit through electric offerings. Volvo aims to leverage its first-mover advantage and broaden service offerings while maintaining its financial targets. With rising customer demand for sustainable solutions, Volvo is positioned to lead in the transformation towards electrification and autonomous vehicles, enhancing both profitability and market share.
Volvo Trucks is testing hydrogen-powered fuel cell electric trucks that produce only water vapor, aiming to decarbonize transport. The trucks have a range of up to 1,000 km and a refueling time of under 15 minutes. This marks a significant addition to Volvo's offerings, which currently include battery electric trucks and renewable fuel options. Commercialization is expected in the latter part of this decade, with the fuel cells supplied by cellcentric, a joint venture with Daimler Truck AG. However, challenges like the supply of green hydrogen and refueling infrastructure remain.
Volvo Trucks has become the first truck manufacturer globally to introduce fossil-free steel into its trucks. This steel, produced by Swedish company SSAB using innovative hydrogen-based technology, significantly reduces climate impact compared to traditional methods. The initial implementation will occur in heavy-duty electric trucks, starting in Q3 2022. Currently, 30% of a new Volvo truck's materials are recycled, with a goal to utilize more fossil-free materials, aligning with the commitment to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2040.
Volvo Group will host its Capital Markets Day on June 22, 2022, in Gothenburg, Sweden, where executive management will present the key elements of the company's transformation plan leading to 2030. CEO Martin Lundstedt emphasized the rising demand for sustainable transport and infrastructure solutions. The event will be streamed live and aims to foster interaction between management and attendees. Limited seating is available for institutional investors and analysts, with a registration deadline of June 1.
Volvo Trucks has inaugurated its first battery assembly plant in Ghent, Belgium, dedicated to producing batteries for its electric heavy-duty trucks. This investment aligns with the company's goal to have at least 50% of its truck sales be electric by 2030 and achieve carbon neutrality by 2040. The plant will assemble battery packs from Samsung SDI, with production set to begin in Q3 2022. Volvo Trucks plans to offer six electric truck models, emphasizing shorter lead times and sustainability through remanufacturing and renewable energy usage.