Podcast
AFC Podcast: Sandvik’s Björn van den Berg
Richard O’Donohue speaks with Björn van den Berg, Global Director at Sandvik Financial Services and Chair of the Captives Forum.
In this episode of the AFC European Equipment Finance Podcast, sponsored by Alfa, host Richard O’Donohue speaks with Björn van den Berg, Global Director at Sandvik Financial Services and Chair of the Captives Forum, for a wide-ranging discussion on:
- How modern mining is evolving through automation, electrification, and AI
- The role of captives in driving equipment sales and supporting customers
- Why local funding partnerships are critical in emerging markets
- The latest challenges and opportunities for OEM captives, from regulatory costs to new financing models
- Leadership lessons from Björn’s military background and their application in business
This episode is packed with insights for anyone in equipment finance, OEMs, captives, and funding partnerships.