BASF announced it was recognized by General Motors (GM) as a 2023 Supplier of the Year. This year’s win marks the 17th time that BASF has been honored with the Supplier of the Year award in the 32-year history of GM’s recognition program, the company said.
The Supplier of the Year celebrates global suppliers that distinguish themselves by exceeding GM’s standards, while providing innovative technologies and achieving some of the highest quality standards in the automotive industry, according to General Motors. The awards were given during GM’s recent supplier event in Miami.
“General Motors has been a great strategic partner for us,” said Uta Holzenkamp, president of the Coatings division of BASF, who was in Miami to receive the award on behalf of the company. “Our customers are at the center of everything that we do, and this award proves our alignment with GM and the strength of our many years of trust and collaboration.”
“We’re honored to partner with these top suppliers who have made notable contributions to our transformation. Together, we’re pushing boundaries, pioneering new technologies and redefining what’s possible,” said Jeff Morrison, vice president, global purchasing and supply chain for GM. “Their innovation and support are critical to helping us deliver the world-class vehicles our customers have to come expect.”
In total, 86 suppliers were recognized at the event.
