The Hamburg, Germany application support center operated by PPG Industries’ aerospace business has earned the Excellent Supplier Award 2010 in Gold from Austrian aviation supplier FACC AG for “consistent outstanding performance” providing coatings, sealants, aircraft maintenance chemicals and packaging and application systems. FACC presents the annual award in gold, silver and bronze to recognize three suppliers for exceptional commitment and exemplary performance in continually providing high-quality products and reliable adherence to delivery requirements. Other factors considered include customer service, flexibility, cooperation, and willingness to develop, accept and implement cost saving and process-optimizing measures.