In today’s food and beverage industry, the pressure to innovate and operate efficiently has never been greater. Rising input costs, growing demand for sustainability, and evolving consumer preferences are pushing manufacturers to rethink how they operate. The goal is clear: do more with less, without compromising on quality. That’s where biosolutions are making a real difference.
Novonesis believes that solutions based on biology are essential to meeting today’s food production challenges. By combining the power of enzymes, cultures, and microorganisms with scientific expertise, Novonesis develops biosolutions that help producers improve yield, enhance quality, and reduce waste. These solutions work within existing processes to make food production more efficient, sustainable, and aligned with the evolving needs of the industry.
In Oceania, Novonesis supports food and beverage manufacturers across dairy, beverages, baking, meat, seafood, plant-based and more. Based in Bayswater, Victoria, the head office includes an application centre, technical support, warehousing, customer service and commercial teams, all working together to help manufacturers on their innovation journey.
“Productivity today isn’t just about reducing costs. It’s about finding smarter ways to use what you already have,” says Kylie Evans, Country Manager and Head of Food and Beverage Biosolutions Oceania. “That’s exactly what biosolutions are designed to do.”
At the core of Novonesis in Oceania are two specialised sales teams dedicated to supporting customers. The Food and Beverage team, led by Carlo Mason, partners with manufacturers across beverages, baking, meat, prepared foods, and plant-based categories. The Dairy team, led by Scott Bolch, supports producers in fresh dairy and cheese with solutions focused on yield, texture, and clean-label trends. Both teams work closely with customers to address challenges and identify new growth opportunities.
Sales teams are supported by regional specialists across technical and marketing functions. Led by Sajid Akbar, the technical team works closely with customers to deliver tailored, science-backed solutions that enhance product quality and production efficiency. Marketing, led by Lisa Flower, brings local insights, market trends, and category developments to support innovation, customer engagement, and go-to-market success. Together, these teams combine expertise and insight to deliver practical biosolutions across diverse food and beverage categories.
Biosolutions are gaining momentum in shelf-life extension and food waste reduction. In cured meats, seafood, and fresh dairy, enzymes and cultures help slow spoilage and reduce synthetic preservatives. These solutions also support rising demand for natural claims like fermented, no additives, and naturally preserved.
In baking, biosolutions help overcome challenges like flour variability, ingredient shortages, and rising costs to deliver consistent, high-quality results. In brewing and wine, they improve clarity, stability, and yield. In plant-based foods, they unlock better flavour, texture, and digestibility.
With Chr. Hansen and Novozymes now united as Novonesis, customers in Oceania benefit from a broader toolbox and stronger local support. The mission is clear: to make food better for people, business, and the planet.
“We’re not just here to supply ingredients,” says Evans. “We’re here to partner with food manufacturers and help make better possible.”