Hilite International Honored with 2026 Impact Award

On December 8th, our North America Management team joined the West Michigan Works awards ceremony—an afternoon filled with recognition, community spirit, and celebration.

We are proud to share that Hilite International received the 2026 Impact Award, honoring our measurable economic contributions to the West Michigan region. This achievement reflects our successful integration of a world class Research and Development Center into what is now Hilite’s Muskegon Research & Development Center.

The afternoon brought another highlight: Hilite was also presented with a Congressional Certificate of Special Recognition for the Impact Award.

Hilite extended its appreciation for this important recognition and shared:

“Hilite continues to strengthen its global footprint. The addition of the Muskegon Research & Development Center is a clear example of our ongoing commitment to building a robust, future-ready global organization. Winning the Business Impact Award is an incredible honor and a meaningful validation of the work our teams are doing every day. We are truly grateful for our partnership with West Michigan Works—an organization whose support and collaboration have played a vital role in helping us grow, innovate, and invest in the West Michigan community.”

A big thank you to West Michigan Works and to our dedicated teams whose passion and commitment made this recognition possible. Here’s to continued growth, innovation, collaboration and impact in West Michigan and beyond!