For release: December 1, 2008

NGK Spark Plug Recognized by Kellogg Marine as the 2008 Vendor of the Year

Wixom, MI – NGK Spark Plugs (U.S.A.), Inc. received the Kellogg Marine 2008 Vendor of the Year award.  The 15th annual award given out at Kellogg Marine’s 2008 Dealer Show opening reception which was attended by over 800 dealers, manufacturers and manufacturer representatives at the new MGM Grand at Foxwoods Resort and Casino in Connecticut.

“Congratulations to NGK Spark Plugs on their outstanding service and dedication to Kellogg Marine and our customers”, said Robert E. Staehle, Vice President & General Manager of Kellogg Marine Inc.

This award goes to the manufacturer which has out-performed all others in all categories which include sales, shipping, accounting, and promotions.  The award is voted upon by all managers and category managers at Kellogg Marine and represents all of their parts & accessories vendors.

“We are honored by this prestigious award and appreciate the acknowledgement of Kellogg Marine,” said Shin Odo, President and CEO of NGK Spark Plugs (USA), Inc.  “Winning this award is a testament to the NGK team and our commitment to provide our customers with superior quality and service.”

NGK Spark Plugs – World Leader in Spark Plug and Oxygen Sensor Technology.

Since 1936, NGK Spark Plugs has been the world leader in technology, innovation, and world-class quality in the design of spark plugs and oxygen sensors. Today, NGK manufactures NGK Spark Plugs and NTK Oxygen Sensors for virtually every automotive manufacturer in the world.

NGK has built a reputation for quality and reliability, and a commitment to excellence continues to be the driving force behind the company’s advanced research and development programs. With state-of-the-art manufacturing, inventory, and distribution facilities, NGK is dedicated to providing customers with world-class products and services.

In addition to serving OE automotive and aftermarket customers, NGK also produces spark plugs for motorcycle, power sports, marine and small engine manufacturers. NGK also offers complimentary product lines including resistor caps, spark plug wires, and high performance cables.

In North America, NGK is headquartered in Wixom, MI and maintains manufacturing, inventory, and distribution facilities in Irvine, CA, Sissonville, WV, and Chicago, IL.

Our Mission:
"We improve life through the environmentally responsible manufacture and precise application of advanced ceramic technologies for all of North America.  Focused on innovation and teamwork, we contribute to local and global economic growth by matching our products to our customers' visions each day, exceeding their expectations in quality, value, service and performance."

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