Pure Dairy cheese facility nears completion

Dairy trading house and manufacturer Pure Dairy has confirmed that its new cheese factory in Dandenong South (pictured) is on schedule for a production launch in 2025.

Structural work has been finished, and most internal fitouts are also nearing completion – including the installation of specialised automated processing equipment.

The 13,000 square metre facility will feature cutting-edge technology, according to the company.

The Executive Chairman of Pure Dairy Adrian Josephson said: “For over ten 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.”

Founded in 2011, Pure Dairy has evolved from a dairy commodity trading business to include consulting and trade services, and soon, manufacturing in its own right.

Key Progress Milestones:

• Construction: The main structure is now complete, and internal configuration of the factory space has begun, along with the development of a test kitchen to support dairy innovation
• Equipment installation: Specialised, fully automated processing systems will increase efficiency and ensure the output of consistent, high-quality dairy products
• And sustainability initiatives: Committed to taking the lead in environmental responsibility, Pure Dairy are installing energy- and water-saving technologies throughout the facility.

The next stage of the project will finalise equipment installation and operational testing, followed by a phased increase in production capacity.

The new facility will manufacture a variety of premium 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 jobs.

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.”

Picture: Pure Dairy