Garmin announced it was awarded the Supplier of the Year distinction by Independent Boat Builders, Inc. (IBBI).
The marine industry’s largest purchasing cooperative, IBBI is comprised of a 15-owner network of leading boat brands that collectively build more than 25% of all boats sold in the U.S. Each year, IBBI recognizes one company that stands out among its all its suppliers for providing outstanding service, support and dedication to its owner network.
“Garmin is once again honored to be selected by the members of IBBI for the prestigious Supplier of the Year award. This award is a testament to our strong collaboration with IBBI and a shared commitment to providing best-in-class products, service and support to our mutual customers,” said Dave Dunn, Garmin senior director of Marine and RV Sales.
“IBBI members continue to be impressed by Garmin’s commitment to operational excellence, unwavering focus on quality and relentless pursuit of innovation. This year, Garmin received the highest supplier score we’ve seen since the inception of this award – a near-perfect 99% – reaffirming them as a trusted and recognized manufacturer and worthy recipient of IBBI’s highest honor,” said Tom Broy, IBBI CEO.
For over a decade, IBBI members have benefitted from Garmin’s extensive marine electronics portfolio that includes some of the industry’s most sophisticated chartplotters and touchscreen multifunction displays, sonar technology, audio entertainment solutions, high-definition radar, autopilots, mapping and other products and services that are known for innovation, reliability and ease-of-use.
IBBI presented the award to Garmin on March 11 at its annual Supplier Conference in Orlando, Florida. This is the fourth time Garmin has been named Supplier of the Year from IBBI.
