Penske Truck Leasing Honors Suppliers of the Year
Penske Truck Leasing held an illustrious event at its recent Supplier Conference in Frisco, Texas, where it recognized its 13 distinguished Suppliers of the Year. This biennial occasion is dedicated to honoring the outstanding suppliers that play a vital role in Penske's commitment to service excellence.
The selection process for the Suppliers of the Year was rigorous and based on several key criteria, including insights from surveys conducted at Penske's field service locations, corporate evaluations, and a comprehensive supplier scorecard. It's a testament to the collaborative efforts and rigorous standards upheld by Penske and its suppliers.
The eleven awards presented this year highlighted exceptional suppliers across a broad range of categories, signifying the depth and diversity of partnerships that enable Penske to deliver top-notch services. The following suppliers were recognized for their remarkable contributions:
- - Best Performing Supplier, Overall: Daimler Truck North America
- - Best Innovative Supplier: International Motors
- - Best Performing Supplier, Heavy- and Medium-Duty Chassis: Freightliner
- - Best Performing Supplier, Light-Duty Chassis: GMC
- - Best Performing Supplier, Mobile Refrigeration: Thermo King
- - Best Performing Supplier, Heavy-Duty Engine: Detroit Diesel Corporation
- - Best Performing Supplier, Liftgate: Maxon Lift Corp.
- - Best Performing Supplier, Tires: Bridgestone Americas
- - Best Performing Supplier, Components: Fontaine Fifth Wheel
- - Best Performing Supplier, Heavy- and Medium-Duty Transmission: Allison Transmission Holdings
- - Best Performing Supplier, Services: Imperial Supplies
- - Best Performing Supplier, Trailer: Great Dane
- - Best Performing Supplier, Truck Body: Morgan Truck Body
Paul Rosa, Senior Vice President of Procurement and Fleet Planning at Penske Truck Leasing, expressed his congratulations to the honorees, emphasizing the essential role that these suppliers play in ensuring that Penske can offer efficient uptime to both small and large fleet customers. "Our top suppliers are instrumental in allowing our company to provide great services," Rosa stated, highlighting the importance of their partnership in the logistics and transportation ecosystem.
Gregg Mangione, Executive Vice President of Maintenance, added, "With one of the industry's largest fleets, it is crucial for our vehicle manufacturers and parts service suppliers to deliver consistent and reliable services. Congratulations to our best-of-the-best Penske suppliers."
Penske Truck Leasing continues to evolve as part of Penske Transportation Solutions, headquartered in Reading, Pennsylvania. The organization provides a full suite of services, including truck leasing, fleet maintenance, truck rentals, and also leverages advanced technologies to streamline operations and enhance efficiency. For more details, you can visit their website at
pensketruckleasing.com.
As Penske aims to maintain its leadership in the industry, the Supplier Conference serves as a reminder of the incredible partnerships that underpin its success. The recognition of these suppliers not only celebrates their accomplishments but also strengthens the ties that unify the entire supply chain—a commitment that Penske Truck Leasing takes seriously as they move toward the future.