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Walbridge Receives Prestigious Supplier of the Year Awards

In a remarkable achievement, Walbridge, a premier full-service construction firm, has been named the 2024 Supplier of the Year by three of the automotive industry's giants: Ford Motor Company, General Motors, and Stellantis. This recognition marks Walbridge as the only construction company to be honored by all three automakers in the current year, emphasizing their dedication to safety, innovation, and operational excellence.

Award Highlights

The accolades include several prestigious awards:

• - Ford Motor Company recognized Walbridge for its outstanding performance in the Industrial Equipment and Construction and Community Impact category in May.
• - General Motors (GM) awarded Walbridge with both the Supplier of the Year and Overdrive awards in April, with GM's Supplier of the Year award focusing on attributes such as safety, innovation, and resilience. The Overdrive award is reserved for a select group of suppliers who consistently exceed expectations.
• - Lastly, Stellantis honored Walbridge with the Best Supplier Award for North America at a ceremony in October, highlighting their commitment to operational excellence.

CEO Mike Haller expressed the company's gratitude, stating, "We are truly honored to earn this level of recognition from three of our foundational automotive customers. These awards highlight the power of team collaboration and the trusting partnership we've built with Ford, GM, and Stellantis."

A Track Record of Excellence

Walbridge's history of success is reflected in its achievements: this year marks the seventh consecutive time the company has received the Supplier of the Year award from GM and the first time it has obtained the Best Supplier Award from Stellantis. The company's approach, characterized by a customer-first mentality and a commitment to safety and innovation, has fostered lasting relationships with its automotive partners, which date back over a century.

"The Walbridge team tackles every project with a spirit of excellence and determination to not only meet but exceed our customers' expectations," Haller added. "These values are integral to our long-standing collaborations with Ford, GM, and Stellantis, allowing us to deliver world-class facilities designed to meet the evolving demands of the automotive industry."

Commitment to Community and Industry

Receiving the title of Supplier of the Year from Ford, GM, and Stellantis simultaneously is not just a badge of honor for Walbridge; it reinforces its commitment to advancing the industries they serve and strengthening the communities in which they operate. By merging their profound technical expertise with a partnership-driven methodology, Walbridge continues to set the standard for construction quality and performance in North America.

About Walbridge

Founded in 1916 in Detroit, Walbridge is one of America’s largest privately held construction firms. The company specializes in construction management, engineering, and real estate services, catering to various sectors including manufacturing, hyperscale data centers, automotive, defense, higher education, healthcare, and government. With a workforce exceeding 1,500 professionals across North America, Walbridge remains committed to innovation and excellence in every endeavor. For more information, visit Walbridge’s official website or connect with them on LinkedIn.