GEA Group is one of the world's largest suppliers of systems and components to the food, beverage, and pharmaceutical sectors. Founded in 1881 and headquartered in Düsseldorf, Germany, GEA's portfolio includes machinery, plants, process technology, and services that enhance the sustainability and efficiency of production processes globally. The company's solutions are utilized in various industries, including dairy farming, food processing, chemical, marine, and utilities. With a presence in over 50 countries and approximately 18,500 employees, GEA focuses on innovation and digitalization to deliver value to its customers while contributing to a sustainable future.
GEA has launched its new nitrogen freezing pilot plant for bacteria, giving food and dairy processors the opportunity to trial this new technology in their own plants before investing in production-scale equipment. By freezing bacteria into pellets before drying, GEA is now able to provide processors with greater flexibility, a higher active cell count and reduced costs through better utilization of their fermentation lines and freeze dryers.
