Okuma America Corporation Honored as 2025 Supplier of the Year
In a significant recognition of excellence in the manufacturing industry, Okuma America Corporation has been named one of the 2025 Suppliers of the Year by American Axle & Manufacturing Holdings, Inc. (AAM). This prestigious award, received in the Indirect Material category, highlights Okuma's commitment to quality and innovation in the field of computer numeric control (CNC) machine tools and automation systems.
A Celebration of Exceptional Partnerships
The award ceremony took place on June 18, 2025, during AAM's annual Supplier Day event in Detroit, Michigan. Okuma's president, CEO, and COO, Mr. Jim King, proudly accepted the award on behalf of the company. Reflecting on the long-standing partnership between Okuma and AAM, Mr. King stated, "It's been an honor to work with the AAM team and our distributor, Gosiger, to achieve the goals that we have set over the years. Throughout the course of our partnership, we've reduced costs and have made better parts, more efficiently."
This accolade underscores Okuma's dedication to delivering high-quality CNC technologies and reinforces the fruitful collaboration established between Okuma and AAM over more than a decade. The partnership has focused on fostering innovation, improving production processes, and meeting the ever-growing demands of the automotive industry.
AAM's Selection Criteria
American Axle & Manufacturing, a leading global Tier 1 automotive and mobility supplier, selects its Suppliers of the Year based on rigorous criteria that include delivery performance, product quality, sustainability commitment, launch execution, and technology leadership. These benchmarks ensure that awarded suppliers maintain the highest standards in their respective sectors.
AAM specializes in designing, engineering, and manufacturing driveline and metal forming technologies essential for electric, hybrid, and internal combustion vehicles. The company's commitment to innovation and excellence makes these awards a testimony to the collaborative efforts between AAM and their distinguished suppliers, including Okuma.
About Okuma America Corporation
Founded in 1898 in Nagoya, Japan, Okuma America Corporation serves as the U.S. affiliate responsible for sales, marketing, engineering, and service of Okuma's CNC machine tools and automation systems. As the sole single-source provider in the industry, Okuma manufactures all their CNC machines, drives, motors, encoders, spindles, and automation systems in-house, showcasing their unwavering commitment to quality control and customer satisfaction.
In 2014, Okuma launched the Okuma App Store, an innovative online platform designed to enhance machine tool functionality via specialized applications. This initiative exemplifies their proactive approach towards integrating advanced technology in manufacturing processes, ensuring users remain competitive in a rapidly evolving landscape.
With the largest distribution network in the Americas and a robust Partners in Technology network providing enhanced manufacturing technologies, Okuma continues to play a vital role in pushing the boundaries of production capabilities. For those interested in learning more about Okuma's offerings, further details can be found at their official website,
Okuma.com, and through their social media platforms on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, and X.