Franklin Electric Acquires Groundwater Distribution Company

As global economies become more integrated, industrial manufacturers encounter both expanded possibilities and heightened challenges. Selling into a global market means far more than shipping products overseas. It requires adapting to varied industries, navigating strict regulatory landscapes, and anticipating technological shifts that will reshape demand. For companies in fluid transfer, these considerations are magnified: the applications are diverse, the compliance requirements are stringent, and the markets evolve at different speeds.

KOOT, founded by an Oxford University alumnus, announced its global launch as a trusted partner and industry-first platform in the pump and motor sector, spanning engineering design, research, development, and precision manufacturing. The company also proudly revealed that it has been honoured with the European PIA Supplier Award, recognizing its outstanding contributions to engineering innovation.

Franklin Electric Co., Inc. announced that Daniela Williams will join its executive leadership team as Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO), bringing a proven track record of driving growth for global organizations.

Franklin Electric Co., Inc. announced today that Jennifer Wolfenbarger has been appointed Chief Financial Officer (CFO) and Chief Accounting Officer. As a core member of the executive leadership team, Wolfenbarger will help shape the company’s financial future by enabling growth and overseeing fiscal accountability for the entire organization.

The British Pump Manufacturers Association (BPMA) has unveiled a new brochure, Pumps: A World of Opportunity, aimed at inspiring interest in the wide array of career paths available within the pump industry.

The Board of Directors of Franklin Electric Co., Inc. has elected Jennifer L. Sherman, President and Chief Executive Officer of Federal Signal Corporation, as Chairperson effective as of May 2, 2025 for a term expiring at the 2026 Annual Meeting of Shareholders.