## Lamb Weston EMEA Accelerates Innovation with New Innovation Center
Lamb Weston EMEA, a leading potato processor, has recently inaugurated its cutting-edge Innovation Center and pilot plant in Bergen op Zoom, the Netherlands. The facility aims to drive innovation within the company and propel product development on a global scale.
### Enhancing Product and Process Innovation
The state-of-the-art Innovation Center, opened in the presence of Lamb Weston employees, suppliers, and local authorities, provides a platform for the company to develop and trial novel products and processes. By incorporating a small-scale production line, or pilot line, Lamb Weston gains the ability to experiment with different potato varieties, cutting techniques, chip shapes, and flavors. Moreover, sustainable production methods that promote reduced energy and water consumption can be fully assessed within this new facility.
### A Commitment to Sustainable and Consumer-centric Excellence
Marc Schroeder, President International of Lamb Weston, highlights the significance of this Innovation Center as a means to deliver innovative solutions to customers and consumers. By fostering best-in-class product and processing innovation, Lamb Weston aims to deliver its popular potato products to a larger audience, all while ensuring a sustainable approach.
### Strong Collaborative Opportunities
Located within a vibrant innovation hub composed of the Delta Agriculture Business (DAB) and agricultural/technical schools, the Innovation Center in Bergen op Zoom offers an ideal environment for new ideas to thrive. Frank Petter, the Mayor of Bergen op Zoom, recognizes this center’s potential for growth in the agri-food industry, benefiting the entire sector.
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