Toronto, Ontario -- Axalta Coating Systems has been awarded the 2025 Diamond Supplier Award from International Motors, LLC, an Illinois-based commercial vehicle manufacturer and developer of Fleetrite aftermarket parts.
Axalta employees Hadi Awada, president of mobility coatings; Dan Naugle, vice-president of mobility Americas; Phil Henriques, business director and Paul Davenport, heavy duty truck sales director, accepted the award on behalf of the company.
In an announcement post on social media, Axalta stated that “this prestigious honour celebrates our commitment to innovation, quality, sustainability and collaboration.”
International announced the award recipients on July 14, stating in the press release that the award “recognizes suppliers who have consistently demonstrated a commitment to excellence and collaboration across key areas such as technology, quality, delivery, cost, sustainability and people.”
Suppliers were evaluated on their ability to deliver advanced technological solutions, reliable delivery performance and commitment to zero-defect quality. According to International, winners demonstrated strong cost leadership through innovative efficiency improvements in alignment with International’s strategic focus on sustainability.
Six suppliers won the award in addition to Axalta: HG Transportaciones SA de CV, Renaissance Manufacturing Group, Superior Trim, Toyota Credit Canada Inc., VCST International and W.W. Grainger, Inc.
“This year, we are proud to recognize those suppliers who have not only met, but exceeded expectations through exceptional performance, innovation and dedication,” said Peter Friberg, International’s chief procurement officer, in the press release. “I’d like to personally thank each International 2025 Diamond Supplier Award winners for their continued partnership in providing solutions that move our customers forward.”
