#UNITEDFORSUSTAINABILITY
With the aim of reducing the environmental impact of our fair and hosting a more sustainable event, Alimentaria FoodTech carries out actions to promote greater collective awareness. We are aware of the need to implement sustainable measures to combat climate change, with the intention of setting an example for our sector.
Register your sustainable initiative
With the aim of supporting exhibitors and turning the show into a platform to showcase the sector’s Sustainability and its commitment to the SDGs, we have created a form with evaluation criteria to identify exhibitors who have implemented actions and best practices in these areas.
During the show, we will promote the work of these companies by awarding them the United for Sustainability distinction as a “Company with a Sustainable Initiative“. Exhibitors that meet the criteria will enjoy the following benefits:
- They will receive a badge to display at their stand during the event.
- They will be highlighted in the exhibitor listings of the fair (both physical and digital, on the website and app).
- They will be featured in the exhibitor listings of the Visitor’s Guide.
- Selected companies will be published in the United for Sustainability section of the show’s website.
- Selected companies will be promoted on the show’s social media channels.
Remember, the sooner you complete it, the sooner we can promote your participation as a company with sustainable initiatives.
*Deadline to complete the form: September 10th 2026
Consult the Sustainable Participation Guide and find all the information you need to make your visit to Alimentaria FoodTech sustainable and environmentally friendly.
COMPANIES WITH SUSTAINABLE INITIATIVES
Producing more with less: sustainability based on measurable results
Through instrumentation, energy monitoring, and industrial digitalisation and connectivity solutions, it is possible to gain a more comprehensive and accurate view of production processes. Access to reliable, real-time data makes it possible to identify opportunities for improvement, optimise plant operations and make more efficient decisions. This greater transparency helps reduce the consumption of water, energy, raw materials and chemicals, as well as product losses and waste generation.
One of the areas with the greatest potential for optimisation is CIP (Cleaning in Place) processes, which are particularly relevant in the food industry. Advanced analysis and phase separation technologies make it possible to accurately distinguish between product, water and cleaning solutions, facilitating product recovery and avoiding unnecessary consumption during the different stages of the process. Solutions such as the CUD33 sensor help improve the efficiency of cleaning operations while reducing both resource use and environmental impact.
These solutions can also be applied to other key areas of industrial facilities. Energy management, steam generation and distribution, water consumption monitoring, resource reuse and wastewater treatment monitoring are some of the areas where instrumentation and digitalisation can deliver significant improvements. In addition, continuous measurement of critical quality and process parameters makes it possible to detect deviations and reduce product losses.
The combination of smart instrumentation, connectivity and process optimisation enables the industry to move towards producing more while using fewer resources. In this way, Endress+Hauser supports its customers in improving their efficiency and competitiveness, helping them reduce consumption and waste and turn their sustainability goals into measurable, long-lasting results.
Mimasa sustainable washing
At Mimasa, we integrate sustainability into both the design of our equipment and the management of our organisation, developing industrial washing and disinfection solutions that optimise resource use, improve process efficiency and ensure high hygiene standards for the food industry.
One of our main areas of focus is the development of insulated equipment, featuring thermal insulation and double-wall systems that reduce heat losses and optimise energy consumption. These are complemented by intelligent systems capable of adjusting power according to the load and level of soiling, as well as energy recovery technologies such as Heat Recovery.
In terms of water consumption, our equipment incorporates recirculation systems and high-efficiency rotary filters that help maintain water quality over several washing cycles. These solutions help reduce water and energy consumption and promote the reuse of crates, trays, trolleys and other elements used in the food industry, facilitating their return to the production process in optimal conditions.
The hygienic design, accessibility for cleaning and maintenance tasks, and robust construction of the equipment help improve operational efficiency and extend the service life of installations. At the same time, Mimasa promotes social responsibility initiatives related to equality, diversity, training and employee wellbeing, as well as collaboration with social, educational and community organisations.
This commitment to sustainability and responsible management was recognised in 2026 with the Trofeu Espiga for Corporate Social Responsibility, awarded by the Fundació Farinera Girona.
GAMA ECOPLASTIC
INKA PALET’s Ecoplastic range is a sustainable logistics solution based on the principles of the circular economy. Its pallets, mini-pallets and other logistics products are made entirely from recycled plastic sourced from post-consumer lightweight packaging collected through the yellow recycling bin, giving a second life to waste that could otherwise be sent for energy recovery or to landfill.
Through a process that transforms recovered plastic, this waste is converted into reusable, durable and long-lasting logistics products suitable for sectors such as food, industrial and logistics. The initiative demonstrates that it is possible to integrate recycled materials into the logistics chain while maintaining product performance and competitiveness, while reducing the need to use virgin raw materials.
Since the launch of the range, Ecoplastic has enabled more than 4,000 tonnes of recycled plastic to be recovered, avoiding the use of an equivalent amount of virgin plastic, and has exceeded 1,300,000 products sold. These results demonstrate the consolidation of solutions made from 100% recycled material as a viable alternative for logistics.
The initiative therefore contributes to promoting the circular economy by recovering post-consumer waste and transforming it into reusable and durable products. At the same time, it helps companies, particularly those in the food industry, reduce their use of virgin raw materials and move towards more sustainable logistics models aligned with decarbonisation objectives.
Renewable heat solutions to decarbonise industry
The initiative is based on integrating different solutions to design thermal energy generation and storage systems adapted to the specific needs of each industrial facility. By combining different thermal technologies, it is possible to optimise heat production, reduce fossil fuel consumption and improve the energy efficiency of processes.
This multi-technology approach makes it possible to select and manage the most efficient solution at any given time, depending on thermal demand, the availability of renewable energy and operating conditions. Thermal energy storage and intelligent heat production management help make better use of available energy, increase the flexibility of facilities and reduce energy costs.
These solutions also contribute to industrial decarbonisation through the progressive integration of renewable thermal technologies and the electrification of processes, promoting the use of electricity from renewable sources and reducing emissions associated with fossil fuel use. Designing solutions adapted to each facility makes it possible to maximise energy performance and improve competitiveness.
Digitalisation complements this approach through remote monitoring systems and optimisation of facility operations, providing greater control over consumption and reducing unnecessary travel. In this way, the combination of generation, storage, renewable energy and intelligent management enables industrial facilities to become more efficient, flexible and resilient, contributing to the transition towards a low-carbon industry.
Waste Recovery Technology – WRT
Themis WRT is a revolutionary technology designed to transform industrial waste into valuable resources.
Themis WRT-X transforms 100% of treated organic waste into reusable resources, turning an environmental cost into a new source of value. The process generates a dry, nutrient-rich product that can be recovered for new applications, as well as distilled water that can be reintroduced into the water cycle. It also significantly reduces waste volumes, transportation, management costs and associated CO₂ emissions.
Real-time liquid process intelligence for zero-loss production
All food and liquid beverage production plants lose product that they never detect. Mass balance can reveal some of these losses, but no alarm is triggered and, nevertheless, some perfectly good product ends up down the drain during cleaning cycles, product changeovers and rinsing. According to assessments carried out by Collo at its own plants, these hidden losses typically account for between 2 and 6% of total production, and every litre lost represents embedded water, energy and emissions.
Collo makes these losses visible and then eliminates them. The Collo platform uses in-line radio frequency (RF) sensors and AI-based analysis to identify any liquid flowing through the pipes in real time, without the need for sampling. Collo Insights shows plants exactly where product, water and energy are being lost. Collo Signals sends a live signal directly to the plant’s automation system, so cleaning ends when the line is actually clean and product changeovers take place at precisely the right time, preventing losses at source.
The results are measured in production. At Coca-Cola İçecek’s Ankara plant, Collo reduced total water consumption in CIP processes by 17% and energy consumption by 10%, resulting in annual savings of 4 million litres of water and 300 hours of cleaning time. A European beverage producer reduced CIP time by 23% and saved 1.55 million litres of water per year. At a European dairy plant, Collo detected dilution of up to 2.28% of the total product volume that flow meters and automation systems had failed to detect.
The initiative directly contributes to SDG 6 (water-use efficiency), SDG 9 (industrial innovation), SDG 12 (responsible production) and SDG 13 (climate action): less heated water, less wastewater to treat, less product wasted and fewer emissions per litre produced. Collo helps manufacturers make every drop count.
Resource optimisation
By implementing its solutions across diverse industrial sectors, Montelektro helps its customers achieve their sustainability goals. Its reliable, innovative and energy-efficient technologies help optimise processes, improve efficiency, reduce energy consumption and minimise environmental impact. By enabling more sustainable and responsible operations, Montelektro plays a key role in driving sustainable development across the sectors in which it operates.
As part of its resource optimisation services, Montelektro carries out comprehensive analyses of processes and production schedules to identify opportunities to improve efficiency and reduce operating costs. The company prepares short- and medium-term forecasts of resource demand, enabling customers to better anticipate consumption patterns and optimise resource allocation. In addition, Montelektro assesses the current availability and performance of supply systems, identifies potential bottlenecks and proposes optimisation measures that improve operational reliability. By integrating data-driven analysis with advanced optimisation techniques, Montelektro helps customers improve production efficiency, optimise resource consumption and achieve sustainable cost reductions, while maintaining a high level of operational performance.
CleanRock Circular FRP Recycling Initiative
CleanRock is a prefabricated hygienic kerb developed by PolySto to protect the wall-to-floor transition in food processing facilities. Its design provides a durable, easy-to-clean barrier against mechanical impact, water and intensive cleaning procedures. The new kerb has also been entered in the Foodtech Innova Awards at Alimentaria FoodTech.
As part of its development, PolySto has incorporated a circular material solution that makes it possible to reuse waste generated during the production and installation of its CleanSheet FRP panels. Each CleanRock kerb contains a guaranteed minimum of 5% pre-consumer recycled material, sourced from internal production offcuts and installation waste.
The glass-fibre-reinforced thermoset composite material is recovered, processed and reused within the CleanRock manufacturing process. In this way, PolySto transforms its own FRP waste streams into a valuable raw material, reducing waste generation and the need to use virgin resources, while promoting the reuse of composite materials.
The initiative therefore creates an internal material loop between the production of CleanSheet panels and CleanRock kerbs, with a guaranteed minimum recycled content of 5%. In addition, the material’s characteristics may contribute to obtaining material-related credits in projects seeking certifications such as LEED v4/v4.1 or BREEAM, although CleanRock is not directly certified under these systems.
The initiative primarily contributes to SDG 12, Responsible Consumption and Production, while also supporting SDGs 9 and 13 through circular innovation, resource efficiency and reduced dependence on virgin raw materials.
SunFleet – Renewable industrial heat system
SunFleet is a modular renewable heat system developed by Suncom Energy to decarbonise industrial thermal processes. It integrates three main technologies: SunArc, a concentrated solar thermal field that converts solar energy into industrial heat at temperatures of up to 300°C; SunTES, a thermal energy storage system that allows heat to be stored and used when solar generation is unavailable; and Power-to-Heat, which incorporates renewable electricity to ensure a continuous supply regardless of weather conditions. All components are coordinated through SunCore Intelligence, Suncom’s proprietary control system.
Unlike other renewable solutions that are constrained by intermittency, SunFleet is designed to provide industrial heat on demand. Its modular architecture allows the system to be adapted to the needs of each facility and integrated into existing infrastructure with minimal modifications. The solution is particularly aimed at industries with high thermal demand, such as food and beverage, agriculture and chemical manufacturing, with applications including pasteurisation, cooking and drying.
SunFleet helps reduce Scope 1 CO₂ emissions by directly replacing fossil fuels used to generate industrial heat. At the same time, it reduces exposure to energy market volatility and improves the predictability of operating costs. Local renewable heat generation also strengthens the energy security of facilities and, through the integration of Power-to-Heat, contributes to greater flexibility in the use of renewable electricity.
With operations in the Netherlands and Spain and projects in operation and under development, Suncom Energy is driving a cleaner, more flexible and scalable energy alternative for industry, contributing to emissions reductions and the transition towards a low-carbon industrial model.
PREWASH ULTRA – Solución sostenible de prelavado para la higiene en el procesado de alimentos
Food processors are looking to reduce water and energy consumption in their cleaning processes without compromising hygiene and food safety standards. Traditional systems may require prolonged cycles, high water consumption during pre-rinsing and cleaning, and the use of high-pressure water to remove stubborn soils, increasing downtime and energy consumption.
PREWASH ULTRA is an EDTA-free foaming prewash additive developed for open plant cleaning in food, meat, seafood and poultry processing facilities. Its formulation facilitates the removal of fats, proteins, blood residues and other stubborn soils from the early stages of the process, improving cleaning efficiency and reducing the need for intensive rinsing.
Optimising the prewash makes it possible to shorten cleaning cycles and reduce water and energy consumption, while maintaining high hygiene standards even in demanding processing environments. In one application case, pre-rinse time was reduced from 50 to 35 minutes, resulting in a saving of 15 minutes per cycle and an estimated reduction of 375 litres of water on a single piece of equipment.
In addition, reducing the need for hot water can help lower the energy consumption associated with cleaning. As an EDTA-free alternative, PREWASH ULTRA also reduces the load on wastewater treatment systems. Overall, the solution helps improve operational efficiency, reduce costs and move towards more sustainable cleaning processes without compromising hygiene performance.
FOODTECH INNOVA AWARDS AND FOODTECH EMPRENDE AWARDS RECOGNISE SUSTAINABILITY
The FoodTech Innova Awards and FoodTech Emprende Awards recognise and promote research, business dynamism and sustainability.
Sustainability & circular economy
Impact on sustainability and/or circular economy
Projects that improve sustainable practices and the applicability of production processes and/or resource management, as well as projects that innovate in the creation or use of more sustainable materials.
ZERO WASTE AND RECYCLING AT ALIMENTARIA FOODTECH
Zero Waste is an initiative aimed at generating less waste during events and promoting its recycling. The actions carried out in this area include:
Installation of recycling stations for the separation and selective collection of waste into 3 streams
100% digital invoicing
Recycled cardboard pass holders
Collection of tickets, lanyards and pass holders at the venue exit for recycling and/or reuse
Printing of all materials on FSC-certified recycled paper
Elimination of single-use plastic bottles from the event restaurants
CO2 REDUCTION
We travel in a more sustainable way
Wherever possible, our speakers and hosted buyers will travel by train instead of plane to reduce environmental impact and greenhouse gas emissions from these journeys.
Public transport discount
To reduce greenhouse gas emissions and encourage the use of public transport around the city, a 10% discount is offered on the purchase of the Hola Barcelona Travel Card.
