Stellantis has announced the launch of the Stellantis Europe Supplier Advisory Council, a strategic forum it says is dedicated to deepening collaboration, strengthening long‑term partnerships, and driving joint solutions to the most pressing challenges facing the European automotive industry.
The new body brings together Stellantis’ most senior regional leaders across all major industrial functions, alongside 26 supplier partners representing a diverse cross‑section of Europe’s automotive technologies, commodities, and capabilities.
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Over the course of three sessions in 2026, each spanning 1.5 days, the council will work collectively to identify shared challenges, define priority workstreams, and deliver actionable “win‑win” outcomes that reinforce competitiveness, innovation, and industrial performance.
Stellantis says the Europe Supplier Advisory Council reflects Stellantis’ commitment to transparent dialogue, faster decision‑making, and a modernised approach to supplier partnership—qualities that are essential as the automotive industry navigates rapid technological change, supply chain volatility, regulatory requirements, and evolving customer expectations.
The council’s stated mission is to:
- create an open and trusted forum for strategic discussions;
- identify operational bottlenecks and opportunities for improvement across the value chain;
- activate joint Stellantis–Supplier workstreams focused on accelerating solutions;
- reinforce Europe’s ability to deliver high‑quality, innovative, and customer‑centric products.
The council also integrates leadership from top European supplier associations Anfia and FIEV to work hand in hand with Stellantis and its suppliers.
“The launch of the Europe Supplier Advisory Council represents an important milestone in our journey to strengthen the region’s industrial performance,” said Emanuele Cappellano, COO of Stellantis Europe. “Today, more than ever, our success depends on deep collaboration with our supplier partners. By creating a shared forum where we openly discuss challenges and opportunities, we are building the foundation for faster execution, stronger competitiveness, and sustainable growth across Europe.”
Stephane Dubs, SVP, Purchasing and Supplier Quality for Stellantis Europe added: “Our suppliers are essential contributors to Stellantis’ transformation. This new Council allows us to work side‑by‑side, with transparency and respect, to co‑create solutions that benefit both sides. Together, we will address the critical issues shaping our industry—whether in quality, launch readiness, cost competitiveness, innovation, or supply chain resilience—and turn them into strategic advantages for our entire ecosystem.”
“FIEV welcomes the opportunity to join Stellantis Supplier Advisory Council, which represents a valuable opportunity to strengthen our relationship and enrich the dialogue with suppliers. This participation will enable us to represent, with ANFIA, the collective voice of suppliers and actively contribute to the Council’s work” said Jean-Louis Pech, President of FIEV.
“Now more than ever, it is essential to invest in a fruitful partnership between Stellantis and the supply chain ecosystem, caught between European market weakness, geopolitical instability and fierceful competition, also to face united and together EU regulatory challenges and support EU manufacturing and R&D platforms” – stated Marco Stella, President of ANFIA Components Group and Vice President of ANFIA.
Three meetings planned this year
Stellantis said the three 2026 council meetings will focus on establishing common priorities, aligning key performance expectations, and advancing the workstreams that will guide collaborative progress throughout the year. These workstreams—co‑led by Stellantis executives and supplier representatives—will concentrate on high‑impact topics such as production planning, regulatory and cost impacts, technology and innovation readiness, and operational excellence.
