KOOT Named PIA Supplier of the Year Finalist

02 Apr 2026 CW Team

KOOT, an India-based supplier of pump and motor components and part of the EKKI Group, has been named a finalist for the ‘Supplier of the Year’ category at the Pump Industry Awards (PIA) in the United Kingdom.

Organised by the British Pump Manufacturers Association (BPMA), the awards recognise excellence in innovation, sustainability, customer focus and supply chain leadership across the global pump industry. Held in Burton upon Trent, the event brings together leading manufacturers and suppliers from Europe and beyond.

KOOT provides critical components and sub-assemblies to global pump and motor manufacturers, including impellers, casings, shafts, stators and rotors. The company operates four production units in India and supports engineering services through a team of over 50 engineers, while maintaining a presence in Germany and the US.

Backed by the EKKI Group’s long-standing industry experience, KOOT continues to expand its global footprint through integrated capabilities spanning design, development, manufacturing and after-sales support, strengthening its position in the international supply chain.

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