Cargill has recently opened a new cocoa production line in Indonesia to meet growing demand for indulgent foods.
This new line will add to Cargill’s existing processing plant in Gresik in East Java, and will enhance innovation capabilities for its customers in the bakery, ice cream and chocolate confectionery segments, as well as for the cafee-style beverages in foodservice.
Francesca Kleemans, Managing Director of Cargill’s Food Solutions Southeast Asia said, “When it comes to bakery, chocolate confectionery and ice cream, as well as the indulgent café-style beverages in foodservice, cocoa and chocolate have always been one of the most popular ingredients. Cargill expects high growth in these indulgence categories in the coming years, driven by consumer demand for multi-sensorial experiences, healthy indulgence, and conscious consumption.”
According to Cargill’s 2024 proprietary TrendTracker® study, APAC consumers have a strong and growing appetite for novelty and experimentation, seeking foods with unique tastes, flavors, and textures. At the same time, consumers are also increasingly putting more focus on holistic health, and seeking products that reflect their personal values. Complementing an existing cocoa production line in the Gresik facility, the new line enables the production of specialty cocoa solutions with a higher degree of customization, allowing the plant to produce cocoa powders and cocoa liquors with unique flavor and sensory profiles for different consumers’ needs in Asia.
This new investment is set to meet the needs of Asia’s most demanding customers and consumers. Through its new capabilities in Gresik, Cargill hopes to leverage on the latest manufacturing technology and advanced R&D, to offer breakthrough innovations and unparalleled speed to market.
To celebrate the commissioning of the new line, Cargill has also launched 2 dark Gerkens® cocoa powders range with deep dark color hues and premium flavor profiles, and a new range of Cargill® Craft cocoa liquor that deliver a variety of flavors from fruity and fresh to roasted.
As one of the industry’s most comprehensive food solutions providers, Cargill’s portfolio extends beyond cocoa & chocolate to also include specialty fats, sweeteners, and many others. Boosted by its state-of-the-art 16 production sites across the region and innovation facilities in Singapore, Malaysia, China, India and Indonesia, Cargill is solidifying its ability to offer comprehensive “Asia for Asia” solutions – from sourcing, market insights, production and innovation – to serve customers in Asia and beyond.
