Commercial Vehicle Group Division Achieves Diamond Supplier Recognition
NEW ALBANY, Ohio, March 1 -- Mayflower Vehicle Systems of Norwalk, Ohio, a division of the Commercial Vehicle Group, Inc., was recently recognized as a 2005 Diamond Supplier to the International Truck and Engine Corporation. Diamond Supplier recognition is granted to suppliers who meet or exceed International's performance expectations for quality, delivery, and cost. The Diamond Supplier designation is given annually to companies who exhibit a commitment to continuous improvement and strategic alignment with International's year over year business goals.
The Mayflower Vehicle Systems, Norwalk, Ohio, assembly plant is a supplier of complete cab systems to International's operations in the USA, Canada, and Mexico.
"It is a distinct honor to be selected as an International Truck and Engine Corporation Diamond Supplier. International has a reputation for holding all of their suppliers to a high standard. Our selection from such an exceptional group is a true mark of distinction for Mayflower Vehicle Systems and the Commercial Vehicle Group," said Patrick Miller, vice president and general manager of CVG Engineered Vehicle Structures Division.
"The International Purchasing and Logistics Stamping group congratulates Mayflower Vehicle Systems for achieving Diamond Supplier status in the short span of three years that Mayflower has been doing business with International; an achievement that only 31 out of several hundred International suppliers have attained to date," said Hans Roman, purchasing supply manager for International Truck and Engine Corporation.
About Commercial Vehicle Group
Commercial Vehicle Group is a leading supplier of interior systems, vision safety solutions and other cab-related products for the global commercial vehicle market, including the heavy-duty (Class 8) truck market, the construction market and other specialized transportation markets. CVG products include suspension seat systems, interior trim systems such as instrument and door panels, cab structures and assemblies, headliners, cabinetry and floor systems, mirrors, wiper systems, controls and switches and wire harnesses specifically designed for applications in commercial vehicle cabs. CVG is headquartered in New Albany, Ohio with operations throughout North America, Europe and Asia.
About Mayflower Vehicle Systems
Mayflower Vehicle Systems is the only non-captive producer of complete truck cabs for the commercial vehicle sector with full service engineering and development capabilities. Products include cab frames and assemblies, sleeper boxes and other structural components. Major customers include International, Volvo/Mack and Freightliner. MVS has operations in Norwalk and Shadyside, Ohio and Kings Mountain, North Carolina and has a technical facility in the Detroit, Michigan area.
About International Truck and Engine Corporation
International Truck and Engine Corporation is the operating company of Navistar International Corporation. The company produces International(R) brand commercial trucks, mid-range diesel engines and IC brand school buses and is a private label designer and manufacturer of diesel engines for the pickup truck, van and SUV markets. A wholly owned subsidiary offers financing services. Additional information is available at http://www.internationaldelivers.com/