Scania V8 production recommences

Scania says it has recommenced production of its V8 truck and marine engines in Sodertalje, Sweden, after a strike at one of its main casting suppliers triggered a sizeable backlog of orders.

"This is probably the worst disruption that has hit our company in many decades when it comes to supply disturbances," says Alexander Vlaskamp, Senior Vice President, Head of Scania Trucks.

"I really would like to thank our customers for the great patience and understanding they have been showing during this dire situation. We at Scania are now doing everything in our power to reinstate a normal situation and deliver V8 trucks and engines worldwide as soon as possible."

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The manufacturer says it has now has a "small but steady" initial supply of the engine blocks at the heart of its Sodertalje-made V8s, but has asked for customers to remain patient while it deals with the backlog.

"There will still be uncertainties for some weeks before we have the whole picture and can ramp up our production," confirms Vlaskamp.

"But we are starting now, and will increase gradually with the aim of confirming a correct delivery schedule during the next few months for existing orders. We will successively open up for new orders. This whole situation came at a time when we were extremely busy producing new V8 units and I can only say how sorry we are that this had to happen to Scania's loyal customers."