ConMet Earns PACCAR SPM Leader Recognition for 2025 Performance

VANCOUVER, Wash. - April 21, 2026 - ConMet has been recognized by PACCAR with Leader-level honors in the company's 2025 Supplier Performance Management (SPM) program for all three ConMet product categories supplied to the manufacturer: wheel ends, castings, and plastics. PACCAR named ConMet among its 2025 SPM Leaders in its March 23, 2026, announcement.

PACCAR's SPM program measures supplier performance in product development, operations, aftermarket support, and alignment with PACCAR's key business objectives. According to PACCAR, the program is designed to strengthen collaboration and continuous improvement between the OEM and its suppliers, helping drive performance gains and product innovation.

"This marks the sixth straight year ConMet has received PACCAR's SPM recognition, and that consistency is something we value deeply," said Ramesh Ramanathan, chief operating officer of ConMet. "Recognition across plastics, castings, and wheel ends reflects the sustained focus our teams bring to quality, execution, and customer support."

"PACCAR is proud to honor the 2025 SPM award winners," said Brennan Gourdie, PACCAR vice president of global purchasing. "Their performance in the SPM Program reflects the strength of our relationship and highlights their level of engagement. We greatly value their contributions to PACCAR's success."

PACCAR also noted the importance of supplier commitment to quality and continuous improvement. "We appreciate the commitment to quality, continuous performance improvement and investments these suppliers have made in supporting PACCAR," said Laura Bloch, PACCAR senior vice president.

ConMet supplies wheel end, casting, and plastic components that help support durability, performance, and efficiency in commercial vehicles. This latest award marks the sixth consecutive year ConMet has been recognized by PACCAR.

About ConMet
ConMet, a division of Amsted Industries, has been advancing the commercial vehicle industry since 1964. A leading global provider to original equipment manufacturers and aftermarket channels, ConMet delivers wheel ends, cast metal components, plastic systems, and active aerodynamic devices. Designed, engineered, tested, and manufactured in-house, ConMet's comprehensive portfolio is built to enhance vehicle efficiency, performance, and sustainability. Standard on most heavy-duty vehicles in North America, ConMet products are increasingly adopted in global markets.