Alfa Laval to establish Food Innovation Center to address global food challenges Investing.com

LUND, Sweden, January 9, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Alfa Laval is proud to announce the establishment of a state-of-the-art Food Innovation Center in Copenhagen, Denmark. The project is a significant milestone in Alfa Laval capital investments. The facility will be dedicated to supporting food producers in overcoming the increasing challenges of expanding food production for a growing global population while minimizing environmental impact.

By 2050, the world will need up to 70 percent more food to provide sufficient supplies for a growing global population, according to United Nations. During the same time frame, the food sector strives to achieve net zero goals and implement sustainable practices in value chains across industries. With more than 140 years of experience in the food industry, Alfa Laval is committed to supporting a sustainable transition in these vital sectors. A recent increase in capital investment has triggered the establishment of a new Center for Food Innovation in Copenhagen, Denmark.

“This investment is one piece of the puzzle in meeting the challenges of sustainable food supply today and in the future. We see our role as enabling an essential transition of the global food system to meet the increasing demand for food and food production in a radically different way, using less water, less energy and with a holistic approach to resources, this is what pioneering positive impact actually means,” he says Sammy Hulpiaupresident Alfa Laval Department of Food and Water.

The Food Innovation Center will be located at the headquarters Alfa Laval Food and water business and will serve as a center for cutting-edge research and development. It will focus on innovative solutions to increase food production efficiency, sustainability and resilience. By leveraging advanced technologies and fostering collaboration with industry experts – from start-ups to global food corporations and academia – Alfa Laval aims to drive transformative change.

Work on the new facility has already begun, and the opening is planned for 2027. The center will cover an area of ​​about 1,200 m² and will house a visitor center. Its position places it in the heart Denmark a successful biosolutions scene and a strong academic base Copenhagen and southern Sweden region.

This investment emphasizes the company’s long-term vision and responsibility towards the transformation of the global food system. The center will provide food producers with the necessary tools and knowledge, using existing technology and future innovations through artificial intelligence and digitization, to adapt to changing environmental conditions and meet the demands of a growing population.

Contacts
Johan LundinHead of Investor Relations, Alfa Laval
Mobile: +46 730 46 30 90
johan.lundin@alfalaval.com

Sara Helweg-LarsenHead of Communications, Alfa Laval
Mobile phone: +46 730 35 80 98
sara.helweglarsen@alfalaval.com

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The ability to make the most of what we have is more important than ever. Together with our customers, we innovate the industries on which society depends and create lasting positive impact. Alfa Laval is the world’s leading supplier of first-class products in the fields of heat transfer, separation and fluid handling. We are determined to help billions of people get the energy, food and clean water they need. And, at the same time, we are decarbonizing the maritime fleet that is the backbone of global trade.

We are pioneers in technologies and solutions that enable our clients to unlock the true potential of resources. As our customers’ businesses grow stronger, the goal of a truly sustainable world is getting closer. The company is committed to optimizing processes, creating responsible growth and driving progress to support clients in achieving their business and sustainability goals. Together we are pioneers of positive influence.

Alfa Laval was founded 140 years ago, has customers in 100 countries, employs more than 22,000 people, and annual sales were 63.6 billion crowns (5.5 BEUR) in 2023. ¯The company is listed on Nasdaq Stockholm.

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