On Thursday, 28th November, the Bowens Supplier Awards in Melbourne shone a spotlight on outstanding partnerships within the industry. Among the elite, Wesbeam proudly emerged as the winner of the Structural Building Products category and as overall Supplier of the Year, a recognition that underscores the strength and value of this collaborative relationship.
These prestigious awards celebrate not just exceptional performance but also the dynamic partnership cultivated since 2017. Since this time, Wesbeam has worked tirelessly alongside the Bowens team, and by 2019 this strategic alliance saw Wesbeam honoured as Bowens Most Improved Supplier, laying the foundation for a thriving partnership.
Pictured, left to right: Donovan Shortt, Matthew Weijers , Peter Board, Jon Goudswaard and Keith Coady
John Bowen presenting Supplier of the Year award to Peter Board, Andy Bowen speaking.
In early 2020, as the building industry faced unprecedented challenges brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic, Wesbeam stood shoulder-to-shoulder with Bowens. Together, navigating turbulent times, ensuring operational resilience and market growth. This pivotal collaboration led to Wesbeam being named the preferred supplier for Bowens entire network in July 2020, firmly establishing Wesbeam as a market leader in Victoria.
Today, the relationship between Wesbeam and Bowens is a testament to the power of mutual growth and shared goals. Over the past four years, this partnership has continued to flourish, driven by a deep commitment to innovation, customer service, and operational excellence.
"We are immensely proud to receive both awards in the Structural Building Products category, and Bowens overall Supplier of the Year," said Peter Board, General Manager Sales and Marketing for Wesbeam.
"This achievement is a reflection of the dedication and hard work of our Victorian team, supported by an outstanding network of Wesbeam colleagues across the country from customer service, logistics, engineering and manufacturing. It’s an honour to partner with Bowens to achieve shared success."
Bowens also acknowledged the outstanding contributions of their partners, stating: "A special thank you to all the suppliers for attending the 2024 Supplier Awards at QT Melbourne! These awards celebrate excellence and innovation among our supplier partners. Congratulations to our Supplier of the Year, Wesbeam!"
This award is not only a significant milestone for Wesbeam but also a reminder of the impact of strong, strategic partnerships in driving business success.
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