Sappi have been awarded Antalis UK’s supplier of the year award for 2007. The award is designed to strengthen relationships between Antalis and its key suppliers in delivering best in class supply chain excellence, account management, product quality and innovation, through alignment of key business objectives and strategic initiatives.

Antalis evaluates its suppliers in terms of quality, logistics, environmental strategy, marketing and customer support. Recipients of the award must satisfy high standards specified by Antalis Central Purchasing Team and ranked by the company’s individual corporate functions.

“Antalis’ ongoing commitment to working together with key partners such as Sappi, helps us to meet the high standards for quality, service and efficiency that our customers deserve and our competitive business environment demands” said Gary Bowle, Purchasing Manager at Antalis UK. “Over the past year, Sappi has consistently demonstrated a high degree of innovation, flexibility and expertise so we are pleased to recognize these efforts with this prestigious award."

Barry Gregory, Sales Manager at Sappi said: “We are d Sappi have been awarded Antalis UK’s supplier of the year award for 2007. The award is designed to strengthen relationships between Antalis and its key suppliers in delivering best in class supply chain excellence, account management, product quality and innovation, through alignment of key business objectives and strategic initiatives.