OctoFrost Group has acquired Netherlands-based HiTec Food Systems, bringing together two prominent players in the food processing equipment industry.
The deal combines OctoFrost’s established presence in blanching, cooking, chilling, and freezing technology with HiTec’s expertise in coating, frying, oil filtering, cooking, grilling, and cooling systems.
The acquisition expands OctoFrost’s manufacturing footprint to three production sites across Sweden and the Netherlands, strengthening the company’s ability to deliver comprehensive food processing solutions. The merger is expected to enhance both companies’ market positions and accelerate their shared focus on innovation and customer service.
“This acquisition represents an important step in our mission to serve our customers with the most innovative, efficient, and reliable food processing solutions. By joining forces with HiTec, we are not only expanding our capabilities but also creating a unique opportunity to deliver complete, integrated solutions for many food industries. Together, we are better equipped to support our customers’ success and add more value to their operations,” said Rasmus Larsson, CEO of OctoFrost Group.
The leadership of HiTec Food Systems views the acquisition as a strategic opportunity for growth. “Teaming up with OctoFrost is a natural step in HiTec’s growth and development. Together, as part of the OctoFrost Group, we can deliver greater value by offering end-to-end processing solutions while ensuring HiTec remains a strong and innovative industry player. Jeroen and I are excited about this new chapter and fully committed to driving the business forward,” said Eddie van Dam, CEO of HiTec Food Systems.
Jeroen Lijkendijk, Sales Director at HiTec, added: “Joining OctoFrost allows HiTec to strengthen its solutions and extend its reach globally. We are eager to build on HiTec’s legacy of quality and innovation while joining OctoFrost to provide complete food processing systems for our customers.”
Under the OctoFrost umbrella, HiTec will maintain its focus on producing specialized food processing equipment while leveraging the expanded resources and global network of the combined organization. The integration is expected to enhance the companies’ ability to serve food processors worldwide with comprehensive processing solutions.
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