February 2025’s top World Pumps news stories

EKKI’s hyper factory in India, Sulzer’s expansion in the Middle East and Grundfos’s new global headquarters in Bjerringbro were the most-read news stories on the World Pumps website in February 2025.

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EKKI invests in new hyper factory in India

Indian pump manufacturer EKKI is building a state-of-the-art hyper factory in Coimbatore. 

The new facility will integrate the KOOT Advanced Components Unit, KKV Labs for cutting-edge design and engineering, quantum testing and quality facilities, and the EKKI Academy. It will enable EKKI to produce high-precision pumps, systems, and components for global markets, reinforcing its commitment to the “Make in India, For the World” vision.

 

Sulzer expands in Middle East with acquisition of Bahrain-based Davies and Mills

Sulzer has acquired Davies and Mills, an electromechanical services (EMS) provider based in Bahrain.

With this acquisition, Sulzer expands its regional footprint in the Middle East to six service locations, and adds 53 former Davies and Mills employees in Bahrain.

 

Grundfos to build new global headquarters in Bjerringbro

Construction work has started on a new global headquarters for Grundfos in Bjerringbro, Denmark.

The new headquarters will serve as a hub for Grundfos activities, with approximately 660 employees across divisions and functions. The 13,100 sq m building will be equipped with the company’s own energy-efficient solutions and designed to inspire creativity and collaboration.