Pure Dairy's new processing facility opening soon in Vic

Pure Dairy’s new manufacturing and cheese processing facility located in Dandenong South’s industrial precinct is nearing completion, with production set to begin in April 2025.

The 13,000 m² facility features multiple production lines using the latest cutting-edge technology, which is designed to enhance efficiency and sustainability in producing dairy and plant-based products.

Structural work has been finished, and most internal fit-outs are also nearing completion — including the installation of specialised automated processing equipment.

Established in 2011, Pure Dairy has evolved from a foundation in dairy commodity trading to include a full range of consulting and trade services across international commodity trading, foodservices and retail. With four international offices, including one in Australia, its teams cover every aspect of these complex value chains.

“We’re incredibly excited to see this come together,” said Adrian Josephson, Executive Chairman of Pure Dairy. “For over 10 years, we’ve been liaising closely with clients to perfect their businesses across every area of dairy, right around the world. That’s given us the insights required to combine the most efficient equipment and best practices in a facility of our own. Pure Dairy’s new factory is the physical expression of our international thought leadership — a major asset to every stakeholder in Australian dairy.”

The main structure at its facility at this strategic location in Dandenong South is now complete, and internal configuration of the factory space has begun, along with the development of a test kitchen to support dairy innovation. Specialised, fully automated processing systems are being installed, along with energy- and water-saving technologies throughout the facility.

The next stage of the project will involve the finalisation of equipment installation and operational testing of the production lines, followed by a phased increase in production capacity. This approach is designed to ensure that all systems are thoroughly tested for quality and efficiency before full-scale operations commence.

Once fully operational, the new facility will manufacture a variety of products — including plant- and dairy-based products such as mozzarella, cheddar and specialty cheeses — for both domestic and international markets. The plant is expected to create over 100 new local jobs.

“Pure Dairy is passionate about local produce,” Josephson said. “We also see a wealth of untapped potential for Australian dairy on both the domestic and international markets. Beyond the positive economic impact on the local community, Pure Dairy’s new facility is set to reinvigorate our position as a leading nation in the supply of high-quality dairy products.”

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