Interview with Martin Horvath, CEO Neuman Aluminium Impact Extrusion

Europe’s automotive industry is undergoing a profound transformation – with direct consequences for its suppliers. In this conversation with Andreas Tengler, Martin Horvath, CEO of Neuman Aluminium Impact Extrusion, discusses the operational supply chain challenges of an industrial company serving both automotive and defense customers.

The discussion focuses on increasing volatility, declining volumes, and the loss of planning reliability, while still needing to remain flexible and operationally efficient. Horvath explains why supply chains for the defense sector must be designed fundamentally differently than those for automotive customers, particularly regarding stability, locality, compliance, and security of supply.

Another key topic is the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in supply chain management. While AI can support data analysis and help identify inconsistencies more quickly, the conversation makes clear that high data quality and human responsibility remain essential.

The interview concludes with a broader view on industrial policy, emphasizing how crucial reliable and competitive political frameworks are for Europe’s industrial future. Stable energy conditions and regulatory certainty are essential to preserve production capacities, secure long-term supply, and sustain industrial competitiveness.

Watch the full interview to explore these perspectives in more depth and hear first-hand insights from the industry.

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