EKKI, a leading pump manufacturer in the industry, recently welcomed the German Consul General, Michaela Küchler, and senior German diplomats to its state-of-the-art R&D Centre in Coimbatore. The visit showcased the successful collaboration between EKKI and Germany, highlighting the significant advancements and technological innovations achieved through their partnership.
Consul General Küchler was warmly received by Arumugam, CEO, and Kanishka Arumugam, Co-CEO of EKKI, who provided an exclusive tour of the K2V Labs, the company’s cutting-edge R&D facility. The visit aimed to emphasize EKKI’s transformation into a globally competitive pump manufacturer, driven by collaborative efforts with Germany.
EKKI has established an international joint venture alliance with HOMA, a top wastewater pump company in Germany, which has played a crucial role in the company’s progress. Additionally, EKKI maintains close ties with several technology partners and institutes in Germany, further strengthening the collaboration between the two nations.
During the visit, Consul General Küchler gained valuable insights into the pivotal role of pumps and water technologies across various sectors, including agriculture, buildings, public utilities, and industries. She had the opportunity to engage with EKKI’s R&D executive team and employees involved in pump development, highlighting the company’s unwavering commitment to innovation and excellence.
The visit by Consul General Küchler served as a testament to the strong bonds between EKKI and Germany, underscoring the significance of international collaboration in driving innovation and progress. EKKI’s state-of-the-art R&D Centre, strategically located in Coimbatore, stands at the core of the company’s three other manufacturing sites. The sustainable business model employed by EKKI has garnered recognition and has even become a case study at the renowned INSEAD Business School.
Kanishka Arumugam, Co-CEO of EKKI, seized the opportunity to showcase the remarkable technological advancements and improvements made by EKKI over the years in fields such as metallurgy, machining, finishing, and testing. Arumugam emphasized that these advancements would not have been possible without the collaborations with Germany, which have propelled EKKI to become a globally respected and competitive pump manufacturer from India. He expressed EKKI’s eagerness to continue fostering strong partnerships with Germany and other global technology leaders to further advance sustainable water solutions worldwide.
Expressing her gratitude, Consul General Küchler stated, “I’d like to thank EKKI for the insights it provided me into its state-of-the-art pumps and the investments made in R&D to further advance their technology.” She also highlighted the compatibility between the family-based business infrastructure in Coimbatore and the business model in Germany, particularly in federal states such as Thuringia or Saxony.
