Coles Supplier Awards: IVE CEO Matt Aitken (second left) and IVE CEO – print web offset Darryl Meyer (fourth left) with Coles representatives

IVE was named Coles Group’s 2023 Service and Innovation Partner of the Year at the supermarket chain’s annual Supplier Awards.

IVE has long partnered with Coles, producing in-store weekly catalogues and monthly magazines showcasing its specials and seasonal recipes.

“During COVID, when supply chains were challenged globally, IVE leant on its established supply network and committed $45 million to chartering two break bulk carriers from Europe to ensure our clients didn’t run out of paper, meaning their customers continued to feel connected at a time they needed it most,” IVE CEO Matt Aitken said.

“Thank you to the Coles Group team for their outgoing, collaborative progressive partnership.”

Coles Group CEO Leah Wicker congratulated all the winners and finalists and thanked all suppliers for their commitment “to providing customers with best quality products and supporting Coles’ purpose to help all Australians lead healthier, happier lives”.

Wicker said, “I want to express my appreciation – and that of our 12,000 team members and millions of customers – for the support of our suppliers. We are delighted they’ve chosen to partner, build and grow their organisations with us”.

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