Oslo, Norway, March 18, 2025 – GK, a leading provider of technical building installations and services, is joining StartBANK, the well-established supplier qualification system managed by Achilles. With decades of experience in supplier assurance, Achilles has been instrumental in helping businesses in the construction sector mitigate risks, ensure compliance, and drive sustainable procurement practices.
By joining StartBANK, GK enhances its commitment to transparency, quality, and sustainability within its supply chain. This strategic decision provides GK with access to a trusted network of validated suppliers while ensuring that its procurement processes meet the industry standards.
Paul Stanley, CEO of Achilles, commented:
“StartBANK has been a cornerstone of supplier qualification in the Norwegian construction industry for years, helping businesses make informed procurement decisions while promoting responsible business practices. We are delighted to welcome GK to the StartBANK community. Their decision to join demonstrates their commitment to supply chain excellence, sustainability, and reducing risk in procurement.”
GK sees this as a key step in strengthening its supply chain operations and ensuring that all its suppliers meet the highest industry and regulatory standards.
Martine L. Drevvatne, HSE Director at GK, added:
“At GK, we want to be a role model when it comes to responsible and sustainable operations, and this should be reflected in everything we do. The construction industry and the technical disciplines that GK represents have several risk areas in the value chain, both in terms of working conditions and the conditions under which products and components are produced. Through StartBANK, GK gets a very useful tool that enables risk-managed measures and more efficient processes in the work to comply with requirements throughout the value chain. In addition, we see that StartBANK will make GK even more reliable in collaborating with other suppliers who share our values in transparency and sustainability.”
StartBANK is widely recognized as the leading supplier qualification platform for the Norwegian construction industry, trusted by contractors, suppliers, and public sector organizations. By leveraging Achilles’ decades of expertise in supplier assurance, GK is strengthening its position as a responsible industry player while ensuring long-term value for clients, partners, and stakeholders.
For more information, contact:
Max Schweiger, Marketing Manager NEU
