KISTERS announces strategic expansion in India with new local operations led by Akhilesh Kumar.

KISTERS, a global leader in environmental monitoring and water data solutions, announces a strategic expansion in India. With this step, KISTERS aims to enhance its presence in South Asia, focusing on water management, renewable energy, and smart city initiatives. Leading this expansion is Akhilesh Kumar, a seasoned professional with over 20 years of experience in environmental monitoring, sales and operations across South Asia.

Akhilesh Kumar, appointed the new Business Development Manager for KISTERS India, brings extensive experience in water and environmental projects throughout South Asia. Akhilesh’s career spans both the public and private sectors, where he has led projects that have transformed water and environmental data management across the region. Known for his strategic vision and hands-on leadership, Akhilesh is committed to building partnerships and driving sustainable growth.

“For me, leading KISTERS expansion into India is both a professional milestone and a personal mission,” he says. “I have a deep connection to India and a strong commitment to its environmental future. With our expanded presence, this will allow us to work closely with local partners to address India’s critical need for reliable water and environmental monitoring, and to support sustainable development by using KISTERS’ innovative technology to empower communities and industries alike to help this great region reach its potential”.

KISTERS India initiative will focus on providing innovative solutions in the water, energy and environmental sectors throughout India and South Asia. With a strong commitment to sustainability and local partnerships, the team will drive projects in water management, agriculture and renewable energy. Positioned to make a positive impact on environmental monitoring, KISTERS India aims to support growth and security in the region. This expansion underscores KISTERS’ commitment to delivering integrated hardware and cloud-based IoT solutions, alongside specialised software in the environmental, water, agrimet and energy sectors.

“The expansion into India is a strategic milestone in our global growth, reflecting our commitment to addressing the unique challenges of the South Asian market,” said Dr Anton Felder, Director of KISTERS HydroMet. “With Akhilesh Kumar on board, we’re confident that KISTERS India will be a key player in driving sustainability and innovation in water, environmental, and energy management across the region.”

For further enquiries please contact:
Michael Thiemann, Global Head of Business Development, KISTERS HydroMet
michael.thiemann@kisters.de