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Frost & Sullivan: SharpenCX Receives the 2026 North American Cloud Contact Center Customer Value Leadership Recognition for Excellence in Trust-Driven CX Innovation

Frost & Sullivan recognizes SharpenCX for delivering customer trust, transparency, and reliability through a cloud-native architecture and AI-driven workflows.

SAN ANTONIO, Feb. 24, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Frost & Sullivan is pleased to announce that SharpenCX has been named the 2026 North American Customer Value Leadership Recognition in the cloud contact center sector for its outstanding achievements in financial strength, strategic expansion, operational efficiency, and customer-centered execution. This recognition highlights SharpenCX’s consistent leadership in driving measurable outcomes, strengthening its market position, and delivering customer-centric innovation in an evolving competitive landscape.

Frost & Sullivan evaluates companies through a rigorous benchmarking process across two core dimensions: strategy effectiveness and strategy execution. SharpenCX excelled in both, demonstrating its ability to align strategic initiatives with market demand while executing them with efficiency, consistency, and scale. Guided by a long-term growth strategy focused on customer acquisition, customer service experience, customer confidence, and brand equity, SharpenCX has shown its ability to adapt and lead in a rapidly evolving cloud communications landscape. The company’s strategic agility and sustained investment in architectural simplicity, operational optimization, and market-relevant growth have enabled it to scale effectively across North America while maintaining financial discipline and transparency.

Innovation remains central to SharpenCX’s approach. Its cloud-native contact center platform empowers agents through streamlined omnichannel workflows, modular adoption frameworks, and AI-driven automation that enhance performance while reducing technical friction. Supported by a rapidly maturing partner ecosystem, SharpenCX delivers adaptable solutions that allow organizations to evolve workflows and integrate new capabilities without the complexity or downtime common among legacy platforms. “Sharpen operates from a unified, cloud-native architecture that reduces technical friction and supports efficient internal execution. By maintaining a single, coherent system rather than a patchwork of acquired solutions, the company accelerates development cycles, reduces rework, and focuses resources on innovation rather than maintaining legacy complexity,” said Sebastian Menutti, Industry Director, ICT at Frost & Sullivan.

SharpenCX’s unwavering commitment to customer experience strengthens its position in the market. Through a lifecycle engagement model built on continuity and accountability, the company provides stable guidance from onboarding through ongoing optimization. Transparent pricing structures, leadership accessibility, and low-friction platform adaptability reinforce long-term customer trust while delivering measurable total cost of ownership savings. “We built Sharpen on one cloud-native foundation, so everything works together,” said Tom Fisher, president of SharpenCX. “We added even more value by making it flexible enough that customers can adopt it as needed, rather than forcing them to rip and replace. They get coherence underneath and choice on top — and we’re proud Frost & Sullivan recognized the benefits of our strategy.”

Frost & Sullivan commends SharpenCX for setting a high standard in competitive strategy, execution, and market responsiveness. The company’s vision, innovation pipeline, and customer-first culture are shaping the future of the cloud contact center industry and driving tangible results at scale.

Each year, Frost & Sullivan presents the Customer Value Leadership Recognition to a company that demonstrates outstanding strategy development and implementation, resulting in measurable improvements in market share, customer satisfaction, and competitive positioning. It recognizes forward-thinking organizations that are reshaping their industries through innovation and growth excellence.

Frost & Sullivan Best Practices Recognition

Frost & Sullivan’s Best Practices Recognitions honor companies across regional and global markets that exhibit exceptional achievement and consistent excellence in areas such as leadership, technological innovation, customer experience, and strategic product development. Each recognition is the result of a rigorous analytical process in which Frost & Sullivan industry experts benchmark performance through comprehensive interviews, deep-dive analysis, and extensive secondary research. The goal is to identify true best-in-class organizations that are driving transformative growth and setting new industry standards.
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Camila Tinajero
E: camila.tinajero@frost.com 

About SharpenCX

SharpenCX is a cloud-native contact center platform designed to reduce complexity and improve performance. Its modular framework allows organizations to adopt capabilities such as AI-powered workflows and outbound engagement incrementally, without disruptive migrations.

Headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana, Sharpen serves mid-market and regulated industries including healthcare, financial services, and insurance. With transparent subscription pricing and a 95% customer retention rate, Sharpen focuses on delivering measurable, long-term customer value.

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Melissa Schmitz
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From Singapore Success to North American Solutions: Legend Robot Unveils First-of-its-Kind Mobile Spraying Fleet at CONEXPO

LAS VEGAS, Feb. 24, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Amidst a critical skilled labor shortage and rising construction costs in North America, Legend Robot makes its regional debut at CONEXPO-CON/AGG (Booth N12934), introducing the industry’s first “Physical AI” autonomous finishing fleet to modernize interior commercial construction.


Solving the Skilled Labor Shortage with Physical AI

The North American construction sector faces an unprecedented skilled labor shortage. Legend Robot delivers a battle-tested solution for the high-volume needs of commercial construction. By deploying Physical AI—artificial intelligence that interacts directly with and learns from physical environments—Legend Robot reduces labor reliance while enhancing safety in “dull, dirty, and dangerous” workspaces.

6.2m “Spray-While-Moving” Technology: Defining Mobile Continuous Operations

Legend Robot is launching two flagship models optimized for North American commercial sites: the 6.2m Latex Painting Robot and the 6.2m Putty Spraying (Skim Coat) Robot.

Unlike traditional static robots, these units feature 3rd-Generation Mobile Continuous Spraying Technology. Powered by proprietary Physical AI + Adaptive Robotics, the fleet uses 3D real-time sensing and dynamic path planning, allowing for:

  • Mobile Continuous Spraying: Non-stop motion while spraying for seamless coverage of high ceilings and expansive commercial facades.
  • Precision Finishing: “One-Pass” coverage on complex curvatures without manual rework.
  • Economic Performance: A 50% efficiency increase, translating to significant ROI and a verified reduction in construction costs by over 60%.

A New Standard for Smart Construction: A Unified Robotic Ecosystem


“We are bringing a solution that bridges the gap between robotic innovation and on-site execution,” says Jason Liang ,Marketing Director. “Legend Robot is no longer just about spraying; we are building a comprehensive smart construction ecosystem.”

Legend Robot’s updated product roadmap for 2026 sets a new industry standard by integrating:

Versatile Spraying Fleet for Commercial & Residential Projects: 

Including 6.2m models for high-volume commercial construction and specialized units for precise residential finishes.

High-Precision Tile Laying Robots:  Utilizing LiDAR technology for perfect alignment and navigation across general construction environments.

Heavy-Duty Floor Grinding Robots:  Providing consistent surface preparation with minimal human oversight.

By combining the precision of Physical AI with the ruggedness needed for diverse construction scenarios, Legend Robot offers general contractors a scalable way to stabilize project timelines and ensure consistent quality.

See the future of “Physical AI” in action at booth N12934.

Multiplier Launches Locals and Partner Perks to Strengthen the Global Employment Ecosystem

New community and partner benefits initiatives support companies scaling across borders

NEW YORK, Feb. 24, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Multiplier, a leading global employment platform, recently announced the launch of two landmark initiatives: Multiplier Locals, a first-of-its-kind global community designed to connect customers, partners, and operators building distributed teams, and the Multiplier Partner Perks Program, a curated marketplace offering exclusive pricing and benefits across best-in-class tools. Together, these initiatives mark a significant step forward in Multiplier’s continued investment in strengthening the global employment ecosystem by expanding the company’s role beyond infrastructure to actively foster the relationships, knowledge, and operational support companies need to scale internationally with confidence.

A Dual Approach to Global Scaling

Multiplier Locals brings together a digital Community Hub, in person City Editions, and an Advocates program into one unified experience designed to connect customers and partners. Built on the belief that global success is shaped by local insight, the initiative enables HR leaders, founders, and operators to exchange practical knowledge and real world lessons from managing distributed teams. Members can access peer insights online, while City Editions extend these conversations offline through curated gatherings in markets including Singapore, London, and New York.

To turn that support into tangible value, the Partner Perks Program is designed to bring additional value specifically to Multiplier customers. The program provides access to best in class tools across HR, finance, legal, tech infrastructure, and business operations, featuring leading companies such as Notion, Ramp, HubSpot, and Intercom at preferred pricing. By integrating these curated partnerships into its ecosystem, Multiplier helps growing teams access essential solutions in one place as they expand globally.

Leadership Perspectives

“Companies today are building teams wherever the best talent lives,” said Sagar Khatri, Founder and CEO of Multiplier. “That shift brings opportunity, but it also brings complexity. We see our role expanding beyond infrastructure to building the support system around global hiring so companies can scale smarter and faster.”

“Global expansion doesn’t happen in isolation. It’s driven by shared knowledge, trusted relationships, and the right support,” said Kate Walsh, Chief Customer Officer at Multiplier. “With the launch of Multiplier Locals and our Partner Perks Program, we’re bringing this to life for the first time by creating spaces where founders, operators, and global hiring leaders can connect, learn from peers, and access meaningful benefits that help them scale globally with confidence.”

“Global employment has evolved beyond software into a dynamic ecosystem,” said Monish Munshi, Chief Marketing Officer at Multiplier. “By integrating Locals and Partner Perks, we’re bringing together community, strategic partners, and our platform into one cohesive experience that gives companies a clear competitive edge in the global talent market.”

Availability and Registration

Multiplier Locals and the Partner Perks Program are now available globally. Registrations are open for the first Multiplier Locals City Edition in Singapore on March 19, where attendees will discover how Multiplier is refining its global human platform to address the nuanced compliance needs of the APAC region. To learn more about the community, visit usemultiplier.com/multiplier-locals-advocacy, and for customers looking to access exclusive benefits, visit the Partner Perks Marketplace at usemultiplier.com/perks.

About Multiplier

Multiplier is precision-built for hiring, managing and paying global teams in 150+ countries. Founded in 2020, Multiplier’s world-class EOR, COR, Global Payroll and HRIS are all compliant by design, making it possible for businesses to expand with total peace of mind. We combine our vast network of owned entities with human-first support and cutting-edge technology to bring you the leading Global Teams Platform, defining the future of work.

Telin Partners with IPification to Launch Telin Mobile Network Verification – Revolutionizing Digital Identity at the Network Level

JAKARTA, Indonesia, Feb. 24, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — PT Telekomunikasi Indonesia International (Telin), a leading global digital connectivity and infrastructure provider, announced a strategic partnership with IPification to launch and commercialize Telin Mobile Network Verification (MNV), a network-level digital identity solution designed to deliver seamless, secure, and instant user authentication—without the need for OTPs or additional applications.

Telin Partners with IPification to Launch Telin Mobile Network Verification – Revolutionizing Digital Identity at the Network Level
Telin Partners with IPification to Launch Telin Mobile Network Verification – Revolutionizing Digital Identity at the Network Level

Fresh from a successful commercial launch with Telkomsel in Indonesia, Telin’s MNV is battle-tested and is available across more than 40 mobile networks worldwide. By blending Telin’s unmatched global network reach and operator relationships with IPification’s pioneering mobile identity technology, businesses can now silently authenticate with a single user tap consenting to the use of the network Data

Turning Networks into Trusted Identity Engines

In today’s fast-moving digital world of finance, e-commerce, gaming, OTT platforms, and public services, old-school SMS OTPs are pressured by phishing scams, SIM swaps, and bot attacks. Telin MNV redefines authentication by anchoring it directly to the network’s inherent trustworthiness. This delivers effortless, secure verification natively integrated into the infrastructure users engage with daily.

“Digital identity works best when it’s built into the infrastructure users already rely on,” said Stefan Kostic, CEO of IPification. “Together with Telin, we’re enabling authentication that happens at the network level—removing unnecessary friction while giving enterprises a more secure and reliable way to verify users.“

Real Results That Matter

Working silently behind the scenes, Telin MNV transforms customer journeys and business operations alike. Enterprises will enjoy instant and OTP-free authentication that delights users, protection against phishing and account takeovers, and lower costs from fewer failed attempts. Mobile operators gain a new revenue stream, turning network intelligence into high-value API services that scale effortlessly to meet massive demand.

Ready for the Biggest Stages

The solution shines for real-world mobile scenarios. “We are excited to complement our Telco APIs signals with TS.43, where Android subscribers on Wi-Fi can now be authenticated without having their mobile data turned on,” said John Tolton, SVP Messaging Mobile Identity & Voice at Telin. “This is an important development for the OTT developer community and mobile network operators, as it enhances authentication options while complementing existing SMS-based authentication revenue.“

This partnership is a bold step toward making mobile networks the heart of digital trust, security, and opportunity worldwide, building directly on the Network API advancements as a continuation in Telin’s previous collaboration announcement.

About Telin

Founded in 2007, Telin is a leading global digital enabler delivering premium international mobility, connectivity and tailored solutions for wholesale, enterprise, digital, and retail customers. Telin supports its customers through global offices in Indonesia, Singapore, Hong Kong SAR, Australia, Malaysia, Taiwan region, the United States, Timor Leste, the United Arab Emirates, and Myanmar, with representatives in the United Kingdom, the Philippines, India, Vietnam, and Canada.

Telin infrastructure spans over 306,376 kilometers of submarine cable systems across 27 global networks, backed by 162 Points of Presence in 35 countries and regions, and more than 19 Tier II to Tier IV data centers in strategic locations including Singapore, Hong Kong SAR, Timor Leste, and Indonesia.

Telin is dedicated to changing the way you connect and drive digital transformation worldwide.

For more information, visit www.telin.net

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Pri Handoko – VP Corporate Affairs, Email: corcomm@telin.net | Phone: +62811 8400 999

About IPification

IPification is building the backbone of mobile authentication of today and tomorrow. By verifying the phone number, SIM card, and device via IP address, IPification patented technology is enabling secure, passwordless, zero-tap compatible mobile user authentication, registration, transaction approval, and fraud prevention solutions for any mobile application. Readily available across numerous countries and regions, IPification is trusted by the leading telecom, technology, payment, and OTT companies.

For more information, please visit www.ipification.com

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Cellebrite Announces Participation in the Morgan Stanley Technology, Media & Telecom Conference

TYSONS CORNER, Va. and PETAH TIKVA, Israel, Feb. 24, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Cellebrite (NASDAQ: CLBT), a global leader in AI-powered Digital Investigative and Intelligence solutions for the public and private sectors, today announced the Company will participate in the upcoming Morgan Stanley Technology, Media & Telecom Conference. Relevant details include:

 

Date:

March 3, 2026

Conference:

Morgan Stanley Technology, Media & Telecom Conference

Presentation Time:

10:45 a.m. ET

Format

Fireside Chat

Event URL:

https://investors.cellebrite.com/events/event-details/morgan-stanley-technology-media-telecom-conference   

Cellebrite Executives:     

 

David Barter, chief financial officer

Andrew Kramer, vice president, investor relations

About Cellebrite
Cellebrite’s (Nasdaq: CLBT) mission is to protect communities, nations and businesses as a global leader in digital investigative and intelligence solutions. More than 7,000 global law enforcement agencies, defense and intelligence organizations and enterprises trust Cellebrite’s AI-powered software portfolio to make forensically sound digital data more accessible and actionable. Cellebrite technology allows customers to accelerate more than 1.5 million legally sanctioned investigations annually, enhance sovereign security, elevate operational efficacy and efficiency and enable advanced mobile research and application security. Available via cloud, on-premises and hybrid deployments, Cellebrite’s technology enables its customers around the globe to advance their missions, elevate public safety and safeguard data privacy. To learn more, visit us at www.cellebrite.com. 

Investor Relations
Andrew Kramer
Vice President, Investor Relations
investors@cellebrite.com
+1 973.206.7760

Media
Victor Cooper
Sr. Director of Corporate Communications + Content Operations
Victor.cooper@cellebrite.com
+1 404.804.5910

TERREPOWER Hits New Milestone in Sustainable Manufacturing with a 50 MW Solar Lot

DAPHNE, Ala., Feb. 24, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — TERREPOWER, formerly BBB Industries, a global pure-play aftermarket leader in sustainable manufacturing, today announced a major expansion of solar module processing. Approximately 95,000 solar panels totaling 50 MW at its Sparta, Tennessee facility will be produced using the company’s proprietary sustainable manufacturing process, marking another growth milestone in the clean-technology leader’s history.

“This is our largest opportunity to date and a tremendous success story,” said Alexandra Harrison, president of TERREPOWER’s Industrial Strategic Business Unit. “It highlights how we responsibly restore solar modules through sustainable manufacturing, and the value we deliver to developers, operators and end users.”

The solar modules, resold by a large developer after a project was canceled, are being prepared for re-entry into the market. They reflect TERREPOWER’s commitment to responsible sourcing, efficient waste management and resource conservation—enabling environmental stewardship and financial savings for stakeholders while strengthening the solar industry’s long–term viability.

Innovating to Meet Unmet Industry Needs

TERREPOWER’s operational expansion comes at a pivotal moment for the solar industry. Recent studies show that the volume of decommissioned and aging panels is accelerating faster than projected, creating an urgent need for responsible lifecycle solutions. U.S. end–of–life volumes have already reached 4–5 million retired panels per year and are expected to climb to 10 million panels annually by 2030, with steeper increases anticipated as repowering and extreme weather events drive earlier–than–expected replacement cycles.

 A volatile market underscores the importance of TERREPOWER’s leadership. By sustainably supplying 50 MW with modules that would have otherwise been discarded, TERREPOWER is delivering verified, reliable and sustainably manufactured panels at a moment when traceability and quality assurance are more essential than ever.

“No one else offers this level of evaluation, cleaning, testing, inspection, secure repackaging and validation,” said Harrison. “The market told us clearly: we want panels that have been verified by experts. And that’s exactly our specialty.”

Driving Local Impact with a Global Circular Economy Model

As TERREPOWER scales its solar operations to meet demand, the Sparta facility continues to add jobs, investment and specialized training opportunities. The state-of-the-art, 200,000-square-foot sustainable manufacturing facility is now the largest of its kind in North America, with the capacity to produce 300,000 solar modules per year and the ability to scale up to more than one million solar panels annually. At full capacity, this operation is projected to divert more than 16 million pounds of material from landfills each year while powering as many as 20,000 homes.

“This project directly contributes to the local economy,” said Peter Hutchings, business development manager at TERREPOWER. “We’re turning panels that would otherwise become waste into reliable, market–ready modules.”

Solar developers worldwide face growing challenges with aging assets, stranded inventories and the need for responsible lifecycle management. Sparta’s success reflects a practical, proven and scalable pathway to redeploy solar modules that still have productive life ahead.

For more information about TERREPOWER, its solar offerings and other products sold under its Ontility brand, visit www.terrepower.com and www.ontility.com.

About TERREPOWER

TERREPOWER, formerly BBB Industries, is the largest sustainable manufacturer in the world by volume. Founded in 1987 on a legacy of innovation, TERREPOWER is a global pure-play aftermarket leader specializing in providing high-quality components to the automotive and industrial markets. Based in Daphne, Alabama, TERREPOWER has a dedicated global workforce of over 10,000 employees and an extensive operational footprint throughout North America and Europe, including 19 sustainable manufacturing facilities, 14 distribution centers, and 28 brands with products sold in more than 90 countries. TERREPOWER is committed to strengthening supply chain resilience, reducing waste and advancing the circular economy. Learn more at www.terrepower.com.

CNS INTERTRANS Provides Door-to-Door Global Logistics Solutions Through Integrated Sea, Air and Road Networks

SHENZHEN, China, Feb. 24, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — CNS INTERTRANS (SHENZHEN) CO., Ltd., an international freight forwarder and logistics service provider, is introducing a door-to-door global logistics service that brings sea, air, and road transport into one coordinated network. By running shipments through a single framework, the company aims to reduce handover delays that commonly slow cross-border trade.

Heavy machinery, containerized cargo, and project equipment move through a global port hub as CNS INTERTRANS coordinates multimodal transport solutions to support complex international supply chains.
Heavy machinery, containerized cargo, and project equipment move through a global port hub as CNS INTERTRANS coordinates multimodal transport solutions to support complex international supply chains.

The company now handles the entire journey from pickup at the origin through to final delivery under a single operational umbrella that covers sea freight, air transport, and inland trucking. By pulling these modes together, CNS INTERTRANS eliminates many of the headaches shippers face when juggling multiple carriers and handoffs.

The Push for Smarter Global Logistics

Unreliable schedules and port congestion have pushed shippers to rethink cargo movement across global supply chains. Flexible routes that combine sea, air, and road transport are increasingly used to avoid delays and missed deliveries.

CNS INTERTRANS focuses on smart intermodal logistics solutions. Routes can be adjusted around delivery deadlines, budget considerations, or real-time conditions at the destination—without disrupting the overall flow of cargo. That flexibility matters most in trade lanes with multiple stops and varying regulations.

One Network Linking Sea, Air, and Road Transport

Ocean shipping still carries the bulk of global freight. CNS INTERTRANS offers full container loads, special containers, roll-on/roll-off, breakbulk, and heavy-lift services, serving everyone from standard goods shippers to those moving oversized or odd-shaped loads.

When speed is critical, air freight steps in. Air freight is the go-to move when deadlines loom. CNS INTERTRANS folds those flights neatly into the sea and road transport, letting shippers shave days off transit without having to rethink their entire routing strategy.

Road transport connects everything, taking cargo from ports and airports to inland warehouses or straight to the final delivery address. Coordinated trucking and intermodal handoffs help maintain cargo continuity from gateway to doorstep.

Door-to-Door Means Handling the Whole Mess

Door-to-door logistics extends well beyond physical transport. Customs clearance, local handling at the destination, and compliance with a maze of regulations are often what make or break the timeline.

CNS INTERTRANS bundles customs brokerage, destination services, and warehousing into the package. Fewer handovers mean better visibility and fewer surprises throughout the process—especially helpful in cross-border trade and time-sensitive project cargo.

Handling Complex Project Cargo

Some industries need far more than standard containers. CNS INTERTRANS specializes in project logistics for heavy machinery, oversized equipment, and non-standard loads.

Special containers, breakbulk transportation, and RO-RO shipping options, combined with custom routing and equipment planning, support major infrastructure builds, industrial exports, and large-scale equipment moves.

Adapting to Evolving Global Trade Demands

Logistics buyers today want partners who can run an entire multimodal network, not just pieces of it. The ability to combine sea, air, and road under one roof has become a must-have for building resilient supply chains.

By tying these transport modes together, CNS INTERTRANS is ready to handle whatever new trade patterns and challenges come next.

About CNS INTERTRANS

Founded in 2005, CNS INTERTRANS is an international freight forwarder and logistics provider offering door-to-door global logistics services through integrated sea, air, and road networks. Its capabilities include container shipping, special containers, project logistics, breakbulk and heavy cargo handling, customs clearance, destination services, and warehousing.

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Kennametal Launches “Machinist of the Year” Global Program to Honor Long-Time Customers and Industry Leaders

PITTSBURGH, Feb. 24, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Kennametal Inc. (NYSE: KMT), a global leader in metal cutting solutions, today announced the launch of its Machinist of the Year program, a new annual initiative designed to recognize the skill, dedication and innovation of long-time machinist customers across every region. Winners will be announced in the Americas, EMEA, APAC and India.

“Machinists are the backbone of manufacturing,” said Eddie McBarnett, Kennametal’s Vice President of Marketing & Strategy. “Kennametal’s innovations have always been driven by the needs of these skilled professionals with tooling solutions that cut faster, last longer and help shops achieve greater precision and profitability.”

The Machinist of the Year program celebrates this enduring partnership by celebrating machinists who embody craftsmanship and innovation. Teams in the Americas, EMEA, APAC and India will each recognize a machinist who showcases the very best of their region’s machining excellence.

“Our global search for Machinists of the Year is more than a contest—it’s a celebration of the partnerships and expertise that drive our industry forward,” said Scott Etling, Vice President of Product Marketing Management.

To enter, participants should post a brief, compelling video on their own social media channels, sharing how they use Kennametal products and why they should be selected as “Machinist of the Year.” Entrants must tag Kennametal, include the hashtag #KMTMachinist and have been actively using Kennametal products at their workshop for at least the past year. Finalists will be selected regionally by the company’s marketing teams in each region, and final voting will be open to the public on Kennametal’s social media channels.

Each regional winner will receive the following:

  • Feature on Kennametal’s website, blog and social media channels
  • Award package including exclusive signage and merchandise
  • $7,500 (USD equivalent) in branded “Machinist of the Year” Toolbox and Kennametal tooling
  • Invitation to lead live machining demonstrations at a global trade show (IMTS, AMB, JIMTOF, IMTEX/AMTEX, as applicable)
  • Automatic designation as a Kennametal Brand Ambassador

Timeline

  • February 2026 — Official program launch
  • June 2026 — Regional nominees announced, voting begins
  • September/October 2026 — Regional winners revealed at trade shows and online

For full details, submission guidelines and voting information, visit Kennametal’s Machinist of the Year page.

About Kennametal
With over 85 years as an industrial technology leader, Kennametal Inc. delivers productivity to customers through materials science, tooling and wear-resistant solutions. Customers across aerospace and defense, earthworks, energy, general engineering and transportation turn to Kennametal to help them manufacture with precision and efficiency. Every day approximately 8,100 employees are helping customers in nearly 100 countries stay competitive. Kennametal generated $2 billion in revenues in fiscal 2025. Learn more at kennametal.com. Follow @Kennametal: Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn and YouTube.