OctoFrost, a globally recognized leader in food processing equipment, has acquired HiTec Food Systems, a Netherlands-based expert in tailor-made food processing machinery. This partnership enhances the global market position, combined portfolio, and shared commitment to quality, innovation, and customer-centric solutions.

This strategic move combines OctoFrost’s expertise in blanching, cooking, chilling, and freezing with HiTec’s specialized capabilities in coating, frying, oil filtering, cooking, grilling and cooling – creating comprehensive solutions for a wide variety of food products while expanding OctoFrost Group to three production sites in Sweden and the Netherlands.

"This acquisition represents an important step in our mission to serve our customers with the most innovative, efficient, and reliable food processing solutions,” said Rasmus Larsson, CEO of OctoFrost Group. “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."

As part of the OctoFrost Group, HiTec will continue to deliver its signature high-quality, hygienic, and innovative solutions while benefiting from the enhanced resources, global reach, and expertise of the larger organization. The shared vision of both companies ensures that customers will receive unparalleled service and comprehensive solutions for their food processing needs.