Pump & Motor Components Supplier KOOT Wins European PIA Award
India-based KOOT, part of the EKKI Group owned by the Arumugam family, has been honoured as a Finalist for the “Supplier of the Year” Award at the prestigious Pump Industry Awards (PIA). (Image source: KOOT)
KOOT supplies critical components and sub-assemblies to leading global pump and motor manufacturers. The Pump Industry Awards, presented by the British Pump Manufacturers Association (BPMA) in collaboration with key European industry leaders, recognize excellence in technical innovation, sustainability, customer focus, and supply chain leadership.
Hosted in Burton upon Trent, United Kingdom, the PIA is one of the industry’s most established international platforms, celebrating top-performing manufacturers and suppliers from across Europe and beyond.
Mr. Kanishka Arumugam, CEO of KOOT and an Oxford University alumnus, commented:
“This is not just a recognition for KOOT it is a proud moment for Indian engineering. Being acknowledged on one of the world’s most respected platforms is a testament to our team’s capabilities and commitment to excellence.
KOOT aims to be a trusted partner and an industry-first platform in the pump and motor sector, spanning engineering design, research, development, and precision manufacturing.”
Backed by the EKKI Group’s 45+ year legacy and presence in over 25 countries, KOOT has built strong collaborations with leading global players in the pump and motor industry. With its integrated, end-to-end platform covering design, development, manufacturing, supply chain, and after-sales support, KOOT positions itself as the “Foxconn of the Pump and Motor Industry.”
“At KOOT, we are redefining how the pump and motor industry can co-create, co-innovate, and scale globally,” added Kanishka Arumugam.
KOOT currently supplies a wide range of pump and motor components from its four production units in India including impellers, casings, shafts, stators, rotors, and sub-assemblies to leading OEMs. The company also supports global customers with engineering services through a team of 50+ engineers working closely with pump and motor companies’ engineering teams. In addition, KOOT has established offices in Germany and the USA to support customers more closely.
Source: KOOT – K21 Ventures
