AIF Centre of Excellence is focused on global identification of innovative freezing technologies for initial trial and subsequent use in New Zealand and internationally. Our innovation center in New Zealand works specifically to assist clients to mitigate the time, opportunity, and financial cost of developing the innovative freezing systems and processes. AIF is actively collaborating with a range of different agencies located in New Zealand to create an optimal environment for scaled process testing, equipment & system certification, and hosting a wide range of scalable test equipment to support internal and external trials.

With new advances in freezing technology centering around the preservation of the cell wall structure – by ensuring the cell walls are not ruptured by the formation of ice crystals during the freezing process – the resulting thawed product has preserved its nutritional value, color, and importantly taste and texture – as if fresh. This is the most significant difference from conventional freezing, and is a game changer for primary food producers, exporters and the food and beverage industry at large.

AIF is committed to optimizing our customers’ existing and future operation with  leading-edge freezing technology solutions, creating responsible and sustainable growth and driving progress. Our technology solutions promote responsible and sustainable use of natural resources by maximising equipment system efficiency, minimise waste, and improve product quality. We plan to establish a full-scale facility in New Zealand to operate equipment packaging, system integration, research and development, engineering and distribution channels collectively.