Dearborn, Mich (June 22, 2026) — Carlex has been recognized as a winner at the 2026 Ford Supplier Awards & Summit. Carlex was named a 2026 Ford Supplier of the Year in the Crisis Management category by Ford Motor Company, honoring its outstanding performance, dedication, and collaboration during the 2025 fiscal year.
“Our customers are at the center of everything we do, and we are incredibly proud to receive this recognition from Ford,” said Ramzi Hermiz, CEO of Carlex Glass America. This recognition reflects a collective effort across Carlex’s operations, engineering, and frontline teams working together to deliver excellence to a leading global automaker.
“The Ford Supplier Awards & Summit is a key moment where we celebrate the vital companies we work with every day, who help us deliver iconic vehicles and services to customers,” said Liz Door, Chief Supply Chain Officer, Ford Motor Company. “We are so proud of the momentum underway at Ford and with our suppliers to find new ways to collaborate and unlock efficiencies. We are committed to building stronger and closer relationships so we can compete to win together.”
Carlex was formally recognized at Ford’s supplier event in Detroit, Mich., where representatives from both companies came together to celebrate the achievement.
About Carlex Carlex Glass America is a premier manufacturer of original equipment and replacement automotive glass, supplying innovative glazing solutions to leading global automakers and aftermarket partners throughout North America. From precision-engineered windshields and sidelites to advanced panoramic roof systems and next-generation glass technologies, Carlex plays a critical role in advancing vehicle safety, performance and design.
Headquartered in Nashville, Tennessee, Carlex combines decades of manufacturing expertise with a strong commitment to innovation, operational excellence and continuous investment in U.S.-based manufacturing. With multiple production facilities and a highly skilled workforce, Carlex is dedicated to delivering exceptional quality while building the future of advanced automotive glass manufacturing.
About the Ford Supplier Summit & Awards The Ford Supplier Awards & Summit recognizes top-performing global suppliers who exceed Ford’s expectations in quality, delivery, cost, and innovation. The annual awards honor suppliers who align closely with Ford’s core values, drive technological advancement, and demonstrate supply chain resilience in support of Ford’s global vehicle portfolio. As part of its commitment to building strong, transparent, and collaborative relationships with its supply base, Ford achieved the largest year-over-year improvement among major North American automakers in the 2026 Plante Moran Working Relations Index® (WRI®) Study, reflecting its ongoing efforts to enhance open communication, accessibility, and proactive problem-solving with its suppliers.