CARDIFF: IQE plc has been awarded a 2019 Raytheon Supplier Excellence Award. IQE is the leading manufacturer of advanced semiconductor wafer products for the global semiconductor industry.

As part of the Raytheon Supplier Excellence Program, suppliers are awarded for their outstanding performance, contributions, and support to programs across one or more Raytheon businesses. This year, Raytheon has recognized IQE with a Premier Supplier Excellence Award for their outstanding achievement.

Premier awards are awarded to suppliers whom have demonstrated premier achievement for Raytheon in business management, technology, partnership, or affordability. Only the highest achieving suppliers are awarded this honor.

Dr. Wayne Johnson, EVP of Wireless & Emerging Products, commented: “It is a great honor to receive the 2019 Premier Supplier Excellence Award from Raytheon, a highly-respected global technology leader. This award recognizes the strong partnership that IQE has demonstrated to Raytheon and it is a testament to the dedication of the innovative and talented IQE team.”