Jan Schouten

Jan Schouten is the Manager Energy Transition at Volvo Trucks Nederland, a role he recently took on after serving as Director Truck Sales for the company.1 In his current position, Schouten is responsible for leading Volvo Trucks' efforts in the transition towards more sustainable transportation solutions.

Background and Experience

Schouten has extensive experience within Volvo Trucks Nederland, having worked in various roles including dealer sales management, fleet sales, and product management.1 This diverse background has provided him with a comprehensive understanding of the trucking industry and Volvo's operations.

Role and Responsibilities

As Manager Energy Transition, Jan Schouten's primary focus is on:

1. Expanding Volvo Trucks' leading position in sustainable alternatives for transportation
2. Collaborating with stakeholders in the industry
3. Assisting transport companies in making informed choices for a sustainable future1

Expertise and Initiatives

Schouten is actively involved in Volvo Trucks' sustainability efforts, including:

• Promoting the use of Bio-LNG as a transition fuel to reduce CO2 emissions2
• Supporting the development and implementation of electric trucks
• Exploring future technologies such as hydrogen-powered vehicles2

He emphasizes the importance of a mix of fuels and technologies to meet CO2 reduction targets in the trucking industry.2

Contact Information

For those looking to connect with Jan Schouten professionally, his email address is Jan.Schouten@volvo.com, and his LinkedIn username is janjschouten.34