BAE Systems recognizes top suppliers at 'Partner2Win' Supplier Symposium

YORK, Pa., Oct. 29, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- BAE Systems' (LON: BA) Combat Mission Systems business, a division of the Platform & Services segment, recently hosted its eighth annual "Partner2Win" Supplier Symposium, honoring more than 90 U.S.-based companies for their critical contributions to the defense industrial base. The symposium serves as a premier venue to recognize the ingenuity and dedication of the supply network that enables BAE Systems to provide the U.S. military and its global allies with world-class weapon systems and combat vehicles.

The evening's most prestigious honor, the overall Supplier of the Year Award, was presented to JWF Defense Systems. A trusted partner for over 30 years, JWF Defense Systems was recognized for its exceptional performance and strategic integration across BAE Systems' platforms. The company has distinguished itself through a deep collaboration with operations teams, ensuring that critical components are delivered with precision and meet the highest-quality standards upon delivery.

"Our theme this year, Getting the U.S. Mission Ready, is all about moving with speed and delivering the highest-quality products for our warfighters," said Garrett Lacaillade, vice president of Integrated Operations for BAE Systems' Combat Mission Systems business. "By fostering these partnerships, we are collectively ensuring that we are driving the mission. We are proud to celebrate the reliability and innovation these companies bring to the table, as their commitment is essential to our shared success in supporting the warfighter."

In total, 54 organizations were honored with Supplier of the Year or Medallion Awards. The full list of accolades included:

• Twenty Supplier of the Year Awards: Recognizing top-tier performers for extraordinary achievement across various categories.
• Thirty-four 'Partner2Win' Medallion Awards: Awards ranked across gold, silver and bronze, honoring suppliers with exceptional performance in both quality and delivery support to our programs.

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For more information, please contact: 

Rachel Bonney, BAE Systems 
Mobile: +1 717-309-5671 
[email protected]  

www.baesystems.com/en-US 
@BAESystemsInc

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