Volvo brings back Hakan Samuelsson as CEO as Jim Rowan steps down

Head and shoulders photo of Volvo CEO Hakan Samuelsson — Hakan Samuelsson led Volvo to multiple records for vehicle sales and profits during this 10 years as CEO. (VOLVO)

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March 30, 2025 09:29 PM

Hakan Samuelsson, who led Volvo to multiple records for vehicle sales and profits in his 10 years as CEO, will take over as chief executive again on April 1.

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