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Because we raise standards across all kinds of industries, we’re never short of success stories. We’d like to share them with you.

We’re always keen to talk about what we do. If you’re interested in reporting on any aspect of our work, we’ll be more than happy to assist you in any way we can – so don’t hesitate to get in touch.

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Achilles PR Contact

Rebecca Bantoft

Global Head of Corporate Communications & Events

  • +44(0) 7931 374627
  • Rebecca.bantoft@achilles.com
Press Releases

Our Latest Press Releases

Critical item shortages set to “wreak havoc” on supply chains for years to come

Global supply chain risk report indicates high risk of prolonged…

Achilles launches Ethical Business Programme

A single ethical standard bringing together all elements of ethical…

Achilles appointed by FirstGroup to manage supply chain risk across the portfolio

Achilles has been appointed by FirstGroup, a leading private sector…

Achilles Network: free, full cross sector visibility for Buyers and Suppliers

Suppliers can join the Achilles Network for free to become…

Achilles wins international climate action award

Awarded by Toitu as part of the “Brighter Future” campaign.…

Achilles launches new Green Energy Network as research shows 52% of companies have no sustainable procurement strategy

Achilles, a global leader and partner of choice for delivering…

Achilles working with the UK’s number one car park operator NCP

Achilles has been appointed by NCP, the UK’s number one…

Bridgepoint to acquire Achilles

Acquisition marks a new chapter to drive the next generation…

Achilles launches ‘game-changing’ upgrades to Oil and Gas Europe community

Achilles Information has announced several key upgrades to the established…

Achilles partners with Orpheus to offer supply chain cyber risk management and intelligence

Achilles Information, global leader and partner of choice for supply…

Achilles Gains Accreditation as Alternative UK Rail Supplier Assurance Provider. Link-Up Relaunches to Buyers & Suppliers

Achilles, the global leader and partner of choice for supply…

Achilles Supply Chain Risk Index Launches

First data point indicates shipping disruption will keep risk elevated…

International Finance Corporation selects Achilles Information to deliver digital platform

International Finance Corporation selects Achilles Information to deliver digital platform…

Achilles partners with Unseen to tackle modern slavery

Tackling modern slavery head on Achilles Information, global leader in…

moneycorp Group announce official partnership with Achilles Information

moneycorp Group announce official partnership with supply chain risk and…

Achilles Information to work with GSMA

to raise standards across complex telecoms supply chains. Achilles Information,…

Achilles Information and Causeway Technologies partner

to develop streamlined supplier data system for the construction industry…

Achilles Information once again named as a ‘Procurement Provider to Know’ in Spend Matters’ 2020 list. 

Spend Matters, the leading solution intelligence source for procurement and…

Achilles partners with leading law firm Schjødt

Achilles partners with leading law firm Schjødt to offer customers…

COVID-19 Message from our CEO

We live in extraordinary times.  The world has changed beyond…

Achilles v Network Rail – Court of Appeal dismisses Network Rail’s appeal

Achilles will now engage with stakeholders across the rail industry…

Achilles announces technical audit partnership with the Performance Review Institute (PRI)

Achilles Information, the global leader and partner of choice for…

Achilles launches new Oil and Gas network for Europe

Achilles Information, the global leader and partner of choice for…

Achilles Information Ltd Vs Network Rail Competition Tribunal outcome

Judgement rules in favour of Achilles Information Ltd in regard…

DHL Industrial Projects partners with Achilles to digitize global Subcontractor Management

Digital platform simplifies identification of best-performing suppliers according to risk…

Achilles selected to assess new common pre-qualification standard for UK construction market

After working with Build UK to establish a new pre-qualification…

Achilles named as a 2019 Spend Matters ‘Provider to Know’

Achilles Information has today been named a ‘Provider to Know…

New Chairman appointed for Achilles Repro steering group – Naturgy to take over from Enagas

Achilles Repro, the utility industry pre-qualification system used by over…

Leading European Power & Utilities to feature at AchillesLive2019 Norwegian Minister for Petroleum & Energy to open conference

Leading buying organisations including Statnett, Statkraft and Vattenfall, will be…

Achilles Information and Aquipa announce product to reduce plant related worksite accidents

A new product, developed by Achilles Information and Aquipa provides…

Achilles JQS launches a new module to meet updated NORSOK standards

The new ‘Operating Management System’ module features questions from NORSOK…

Tasnee partners with Achilles Information for Supplier Pre-Qualification

Achilles Information is pleased to announce a new partnership with…

Achilles Information awarded membership of prestigious GPCA organisation

Ahead of the 13th annual GPCA Forum in November, Achilles…

80% of products & services supplied to heavy industry could be seriously affected by Trump’s steel tariffs – new report shows

An estimated 80% of products and services provided to large…

First in the industry ‘Achilles Rewards’ scheme launches – offering UK suppliers exclusive discounts worth £2,500

In a market first, Achilles Information has today launched a…

Achilles joins SSIP to improve health and safety in construction

Achilles and SSIP share a dedication to promoting health and…

Great success for Achilles Live London 2017

“Our vision for Achilles Live is to create an event…

Achilles achieves CEMARS certification for ninth consecutive year with impressive results

Achilles, a leading provider of supplier risk management services, has…

UK Infrastructure firms reduce carbon emissions by 30%*

Almost 30 of the UK’s leading infrastructure companies have collectively…

Achilles’ training courses for procurement professionals are now CPD accredited

Achilles, a leading provider of supplier risk management services, is…

Food Manufacturers Face Ethics Risk from ‘Hidden Suppliers’

Firms urged to map supply chains to protect vulnerable workers…

Construction companies struggle to reduce carbon footprint in supply chain

UK construction firms’ carbon reduction plans have been called into…

Businesses across the globe ‘complacent’ on supplier risks

Almost a third (29%) of businesses across the globe have…

Construction firms’ ‘False sense of confidence’ in supply chain

Construction companies across the UK have been hit by scores…

Billions wasted due to lack of collaboration in Utilities industry

Utilities companies across the globe are wasting about $2.5 billion…

Mace Director appointed New Chair of Achilles’ Construction Community

Brian will be responsible for over-seeing the growth and development…

Oil and Gas Companies Across the World Complacent on Financial Risks of Suppliers

One quarter of oil and gas firms said that during…

Lack of collaboration holding back construction industry

UK construction companies are wasting about £32 million every year…

Businesses Across the Globe Paying ‘Lip Service’ to Reducing Carbon Footprint

Businesses across the globe have claimed that reducing carbon is…

UK Rail Firms Need to Take Action on Supplier Risk

In the last 12 months, almost a third (32%) of…

Global businesses wasting $30BN on supply chain bureaucracy

Global businesses are wasting more than $30 billion a year…

Achilles appoints Don Robert as Chairman

Don Robert has been appointed Chairman of Achilles – a…

Global Utilities Companies too trusting of suppliers

Global utilities companies are being warned to tackle risks associated…

Oil and gas companies struggle with cost and risk through lack of supplier information

As the price of oil plummets to around $50 a…

Global Businesses too trusting of suppliers – One third of firms have no anti-bribery policy for main suppliers

Large businesses across the globe have admitted they are awarding…

Achilles extends oil and gas reach with appointment of US based Director

Achilles – which works on behalf of 120 global oil…

Global infrastructure businesses too trusting of suppliers

Infrastructure companies across the globe have admitted they are awarding…

Thames Water Mandates Rigorous Health and Safety Audits for Supply Chain

In a move that has contributed to seeing reportable contractor…

Responsible procurement key for the construction supply chain

2015 is set to become the construction industry’s ‘year of…

Clampdown on slavery is going global – five tips to get ahead

By definition, slavery is usually invisible. But in 2014, its…

£58 million: the real cost of supply chain disruption in the UK manufacturing sector

The research, commissioned by Achilles – a global supply chain…

Pressure mounts for larger construction companies to use SME suppliers

Large construction firms are under growing pressure to increase the…

All aboard for changes to rail industry supplier pre-qualification service

From Autumn this year, Link-up – which is used by…

Utilities industry extends 20-year relationship with Achilles

Global supplier information firm Achilles has cemented its reputation as…

Social value takes the front seat in construction

CONSTRUCTION giant Carillon’s Philip Green, in his role as government…

Ethics ‘Gremlins’ Hiding In Manufacturers’ Supply Chains

Only half of UK firms audit suppliers in terms of…

Offshore Oil and Gas – Major opportunities for Irish suppliers

Irish companies prepare to win business linked to new finds…

Achilles expands international automotive team

Only half of UK firms audit suppliers in terms of…

Pharma industry expert spearheads Achilles’ business growth

Dr. Robert Brooks joins Achilles from Abbott to develop supply…

Balfour Beatty Rail launches online supply chain management system

Balfour Beatty Rail is implementing a new supply chain management…

Achilles awarded top security accreditation

Leading supply chain management company Achilles has shown it adheres…

Global Car Manufacturers launch shared Supply Chain Solution

Three of the world’s leading car manufacturers have formed an…

Achilles opens new Dubai office to manage growing business in MENA region

Achilles – one of the world’s biggest provider of supply…

Achilles appoints Deborah Humphreville as Global Account Director for Oil and Gas

Deborah has more than 30 years’ experience working in the…

Achilles appoints Tom Grand as Regional Director for UK and Ireland

Tom will be responsible for supporting the rapid international growth…

Launch of Achilles Link-up Engage set to save industry £5.5M per year

Achilles, the global supply chain management company, expects to save…

Study finds that half of OJEU notices contain errors

Half of notices placed on OJEU contain errors that could…

Achilles launches Link-up Engage – Streamlined pre-qualification with improved search capabilities

‘Link-up Engage’ will make it quicker and easier to enter…

New Platform Heralds Bright Future for UK Utilities

Achilles, a global business leader in supply chain management, has…

A collaborative partnership with Considerate Constructors Scheme

Following a series of highly positive meetings, the Considerate Constructors…