08.07.2025
Dortmund/Mainz. The Wilo Group has been honoured once more as one of
Germany’s most innovative companies. Participating in the esteemed TOP 100
innovation competition, the multinational technology group has been recognised
for its innovative strength for the third time.
Technology group impresses with innovative processes and structures.
“We are convinced that innovation and sustainability management must go hand
in hand. Only sustainable innovations are fit for the future and will prevail in the
long term”, explains Oliver Hermes, President & Global CEO of the Wilo Group.
“That’s why at Wilo every innovation must contribute directly to the Group-wide
sustainability goals.” This approach is also reflected in the technology group’s
strategic alignment.
“Our innovation agenda follows the principle of 'Impact-driven Innovations’: We
focus on solutions that benefit not only our customers and the industry but also
the environment – and ultimately all of us,” emphasises Georg Weber, Global
CTO of the Wilo Group. Central to this agenda is the sustainability strategy, a
key driver behind all innovation activities.
This approach is reflected in the comprehensive innovation management of the
group. With the global innovation platform WINGS and a network of regional
Innovation Ambassadors, Wilo has created a dynamic ecosystem that
systematically brings together and promotes ideas from all areas of the company
worldwide.
A current example of Wilo’s innovative spirit is the newly developed Wilo-Connect
sensor. This technology digitises existing pump systems, intelligently connects
them with digital infrastructures, and uses AI-supported analyses to optimise
operation, energy efficiency, and maintenance. This solution, awarded the Wilo
internal Innovation Award, emerged from a cross-departmental innovation
process.
The award was presented by mentor Ranga Yogeshwar and the scientific director
of the competition, Prof. Dr. Nikolaus Franke, during a ceremonial event in Mainz.