PPG (NYSE: PPG) announced that it has received the prestigious 2024 Caterpillar Supplier Excellence Award from Caterpillar Inc. (NYSE: CAT). The award was presented by Caterpillar’s procurement leadership during the Supplier Excellence Recognition event in Grapevine, Texas, on September 19. This exclusive event invites only the top 4% of Caterpillar’s global suppliers. The award reflects PPG’s ability to meet or exceed Caterpillar’s rigorous requirements and achieve world-class certification under its Supplier Excellence program from May 2023 through June 2024.
Pam Heminger, Caterpillar’s Senior VP of Strategic Procurement and Planning, emphasized the importance of a strong supply network in supporting Caterpillar’s mission to provide timely, efficient, and cost-effective solutions for its customers. She highlighted that Caterpillar’s ability to manufacture sustainably relies heavily on the performance of its suppliers.
Kevin Wozniak, PPG’s Global Accounts Director for Industrial Coatings, expressed pride in receiving the award for the first time, underscoring PPG’s commitment to exceeding Caterpillar’s standards with high-quality, innovative products. PPG’s partnership with Caterpillar enables the company to deliver top-tier products and services to customers worldwide.
As a global leader in coatings, paints, and specialty materials, PPG has been at the forefront of innovation for over 140 years. The company continues to provide technology-driven, sustainable solutions across multiple industries. Headquartered in Pittsburgh, PPG operates in more than 70 countries and reported $18.2 billion in net sales in 2023. Its customers span the construction, consumer products, industrial, and transportation sectors.
