GEFCO opens up on Russian owner, loss of Chevy and growth without compromise

The automotive logistics sector poses numerous challenges in the best of circumstances, but the prolonged downturn in Europe is forcing innovative responses and an unprecedented level of flexibility. GEFCO, the former PSA Peugeot Citroen company that is now majority owned by JSC Russian Railways (RZD), reported a hefty decline in operating income in 2012, with a moderate drop in revenue. Automotive World spoke with GEFCO’s Andrea Conti, Director of Finished Vehicle Logistics (FVL), about the company’s plans to tackle the current market challenges.