Namsun Aluminum Named GM's Supplier of the Year for 15th Consecutive Year

Overview of Namsun Aluminum's automotive R&D center in Gumi, South Korea [Photo: SM Group]

SM Group's manufacturing subsidiary, Namsun Aluminum, has once again been named Supplier of the Year (SOY) by General Motors (GM), marking the 15th consecutive year it has received this honor.

According to industry sources, Namsun Aluminum's automotive division was recognized at GM's 34th annual Supplier of the Year awards ceremony held recently in Austin, Texas. Jeong Soon-won, CEO of Namsun Aluminum's automotive division, attended the event to accept the award.

The SOY award is given annually by GM to approximately 6,000 global partners based on a comprehensive evaluation of technology, innovation, supply stability, and sustainability. This year, a total of 103 companies, including 20 from South Korea, received the award. Namsun Aluminum's automotive division was commended for its key bumper systems and large injection molds supplied to GM Korea.

A representative from SM Group stated, "In particular, there have been no issues with the Supplier Parts Quality System (SPPS) in the past year, and we achieved the highest rating of 'BIQS Level 5' in GM's quality evaluation system, which significantly contributed to our assessment." SPPS serves as a communication tool for suppliers and customers to resolve product quality issues.

Jeong Soon-won remarked, "Being named SOY for 15 consecutive years is a testament to our consistent efforts in enhancing quality, developing new technologies, and ensuring stable supply. Our entire team has demonstrated that we are at the global top level in quality management."

He added, "We will not rest on our laurels but will maximize our expertise and business know-how to become a more trusted partner in the global automotive parts market."

Meanwhile, Namsun Aluminum, a core subsidiary of SM Group, focuses on manufacturing aluminum products such as windows and curtain walls, as well as supplying bumpers to GM Korea and others. Recently, it has expanded into eco-friendly and high-value markets, including solar structures and high-performance window systems.

* This article has been translated by AI.

SHIN JIA