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RPM Awarded Supplier of the Year

On April 8, 2024, RPM Freight Systems was distinguished with the Supplier of the Year Award during General Motors' 33rd annual Supplier of the Year event held in Phoenix, Arizona. This recognition marks a significant milestone for RPM, as it is the first logistics provider without physical assets to earn such an accolade, illustrating their growth and innovation since their establishment in 2012.

John Perkovich, President of RPM North America, expressed pride in this accomplishment, stating, "To be recognized as a leader in logistics reflects our resilience and commitment to excellence. We prioritize performance, quality, and exceptional customer service, which have become integral to our service delivery across various sectors, including OEMs, remarketers, and fleet management."

The Supplier of the Year awards from GM highlight suppliers' performance in key areas such as safety, innovation, and resilience. This year, a global team selected 92 suppliers from twelve countries, underscoring their significant contributions to GM's ambitious goals. Jeff Morrison, GM's Global Chief Procurement Officer, emphasized the importance of collaboration in driving innovation in the automotive industry, which ultimately benefits consumers.

For RPM, this award also serves as motivation to continue pursuing their vision of transforming automotive logistics. They aim to deliver agile and innovative solutions that ensure a seamless experience for their partners and clients. To facilitate this, RPM utilizes custom-engineered technology that automates and optimizes shipping processes throughout a vehicle’s life cycle.

The company is backed by Trive Capital and Bluejay Capital, helping solidify their position as a premier service provider in the finished vehicle logistics segment, which includes a sophisticated network encompassing road, rail, port, and maritime transportation.

As General Motors continues to evolve, it focuses on leveraging advanced technologies to create safer and more environmentally-friendly vehicles across their brands, including Buick, Cadillac, Chevrolet, and GMC. Their commitment to moving toward an all-electric future illustrates their leadership in the industry.

The recognition of RPM as Supplier of the Year not only celebrates their past achievements but also reaffirms their ongoing dedication to excellence in logistics—showing that even challengers in a complex industry can emerge as leaders through innovation, quality service, and a steadfast focus on client needs.

As the automotive landscape shifts with technology and evolving demands, partnerships like that of RPM and GM will be crucial for navigating this transformation, setting new standards for logistics services that align with the future of mobility.