FrieslandCampina flies Frisian Flag in Indonesia opening
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FrieslandCampina subsidiary Frisian Flag Indonesia (FFI) opened its new dairy factory in Cikarang, West Java in July. The construction involved an investment of €257 million. With this, FrieslandCampina is making a record investment in its international production network, the Dutch co-operative says. The new production facility aims to meet the growing domestic demand for dairy products.
CEO Jan Derck van Karnebeek, said, “This new production facility, our largest investment in our international production network ever, will serve as a central hub for Southeast Asia. It is a testament to our dedication to providing affordable, high-quality, and nutritious dairy products for current and future generations in Indonesia and the region, produced in harmony with people and the planet. With this, Frisian Flag Indonesia supports the government’s efforts to improve prosperity in the region.”
The entire plant spans 25.4 hectares, equivalent to 35 soccer fields, and is processing 400,000 kilogrammes of fresh milk daily. It will produce 700 million kilogrammes of dairy products annually, with the potential to grow up to one billion kilograms. It is built in line with the targets of FrieslandCampina’s Climate Plan, and will contribute to the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions, the dairy says. Green innovations such as biomass boilers, wastewater recycling, and a roof with solar panels will together achieve a 45% reduction in carbon emissions, a 22 percent saving on electricity, and a 25% reduction in water consumption. Additionally, the greening initiatives include the use of more than 55,000 sustainable pallets.