BASF Coatings named GM 2025 Supplier of the Year

Key highlights
  • BASF Coatings received GM's 2025 Supplier of the Year, its 19th such award.
  • GM recognized 103 suppliers from 14 countries at its 34th annual Supplier of the Year event.
  • BASF Coatings is set to enter Carlyle ownership in Q2 2026.

Award and recognition

BASF Coatings received General Motors' 2025 Supplier of the Year Award at GM's 34th annual Supplier of the Year event in Austin, Texas; it was BASF's 19th time receiving the award.

Scope and selection

GM recognized 103 suppliers from 14 countries, with awardees chosen by a global GM team based on performance in safety, innovation, execution, resilience, customer support and alignment with GM's strategic priorities.

Corporate development

BASF Coatings is set to enter Carlyle ownership in Q2 2026.

Source: BASF

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