Grundfos, a leading global provider of advanced pumping solutions and water technology, has recently appointed Hamed Heyhat as Executive Vice President and Divisional CEO of its Water Utility division.
Hamed is dedicated to steering the Division toward innovative approaches that enhance water and energy efficiency, ensuring communities worldwide can adapt to climate change.
In his role, Hamed will spearhead Grundfos’ initiatives to improve global water accessibility and promote sustainable aquifer management, while also driving the digital transformation within the Water Utility division.
Working alongside teams in Brookshire, Texas, and throughout the Global Grundfos network, he will execute strategies aimed at fostering a sustainable water future.
The division is focused on addressing the increasing need for clean, safe water by revolutionizing water cycle management—from potable water to wastewater, for both communities and agricultural use.
Hamed brings over 20 years of experience from the broader utilities sector, having worked with global firms such as Alstom, General Electric Company, and most recently, Honeywell. He transitions to Grundfos from his position as President of Honeywell’s Smart Energy division.
Poul Due Jensen, CEO of Grundfos, stated: “Hamed brings extensive expertise from the utilities field, along with years of senior leadership experience and a proven history of success. His ambitious, present, and genuine leadership style makes him an excellent match for Grundfos and our Water Utility division, helping us advance our mission to respect, protect, and enhance the flow of water.”
Hamed Heyhat expressed: “Like Grundfos, I am committed to making water accessible for everyone, and I am thrilled about the opportunity to join Grundfos and the Water Utility division. I look forward to contributing to advancements in this crucial field, making a global impact with sustainability and digitalization as key drivers.”
Aligning his leadership principles with the Grundfos mission, Hamed will also prioritize the wellbeing of Grundfos employees. Therefore, enhancing profitability will go hand in hand with reinvesting in the workforce and the communities they serve, driven by the belief that a global presence entails a responsibility to foster a more sustainable future.
Hamed added: “As a worldwide company, we have a duty to contribute to a better world for future generations. Grundfos leads in integrating water solutions with digital technologies to assist our partners and clients in using water and energy more efficiently, thereby reducing their carbon footprints. It is also a business dedicated to helping the world address climate change challenges, setting an example to inspire others to join us in our quest for a sustainable future.”
Source :Grundfos
