Paris, France – Saft, a designer and manufacturer of advanced technology batteries for industrial and aerospace applications, has received the Best Performer Award from Airbus. The award, recognizing Saft’s ‘operational and industrial excellence on Airbus programs, was presented during the recent Supply Chain and Quality Improvement Program (SQIP) day at the Airbus facility in Toulouse, France.
Saft has been an Airbus supplier since it was founded in 1970 and provides batteries for all Airbus aircraft in current production. Saft has been engaged for many years in the SQIP approach and this award recognizes the efforts undertaken by the operational teams within its production facility located at Bordeaux, France. The award is based on the analysis by Airbus of Saft’s commitment and performance in meeting demanding targets in terms of quality and deadlines.
"This prestigious award is an acknowledgement of the work completed by our teams to respond effectively to Airbus requirements. It also highlights the close partnership developed, over many years, with Airbus with a customer-oriented approach, a process of continuous improvement and operational excellence. After the excellent results in 2015 that have been rewarded by this trophy, we aim to maintain the momentum for 2016 and beyond, taking into account the new challenges related to the increasing production of A350 XWB" commented Patrick Sanchez, quality manager of the Saft Bordeaux factory.
Source: Saft