Sun Orchard, the industry-leading manufacturer of all-natural, citrus-based ingredients and culinary solutions for a wide range of food and beverage applications, is proud to celebrate 40 years as a trusted partner to leading customers across the country. As it approaches this milestone, Sun Orchard is excited to announce several strategic investments that reflect the company's ongoing commitment to innovation, operational excellence, and delivering extraordinary value to its customers.
Scaling for Growth through New Centralized Operations and Infrastructure EnhancementsTo support increasing demand and continue serving its existing customers with the highest level of customer service, Sun Orchard has completed the build-out of a 227,000 sq ft centralized warehousing, distribution and operations facility in Davenport, Florida. This new hub consolidates activities previously spread across seven warehouses and includes:
— A new high-capacity ambient warehouse
— An expansive refrigerated warehouse
— A multi-pack line for mixed single-serve beverage packs
— Modern supply chain and procurement office space
In addition to the new facility in Davenport, Sun Orchard has continued to enhance the infrastructure in its Tempe, Arizona facility, adding a best-in-class manufacturing line. The Tempe site is now equipped to handle the full breadth of capabilities from extraction to ingredient production and finished product production, with ample room to take on new customers. This strategic move streamlines logistics, improves operational efficiency, and enhances Sun Orchard's ability to scale.
New Aseptic Production CapabilitiesWhile Sun Orchard remains committed to delivering its core products made with fresh, high-quality fruits and ingredients, the company has commissioned a new state-of-the-art SIG 406 aseptic packaging line at its Davenport facility to meet the rising market demand for shelf-stable solutions. A second SIG 312 aseptic line is slated for installation and expected to be commercially operational by early 2026, providing additional capacity to support continued growth.
New Corporate Headquarters and Premier Innovation CenterSun Orchard has officially relocated its corporate headquarters to 980 N Federal Highway, Boca Raton, FL. Co-located in this facility is the company's new world-class Innovation Center. The Center enables rapid development, consumer testing, and field trial size batching of new ingredients – bridging the gap between concept and commercialization – with unmatched speed.
Leadership To Drive Innovation and Strategic GrowthTo spearhead its next phase of growth, Sun Orchard has appointed Asad Hamid as Vice President of Strategy and Innovation. With over 25 years of leadership experience at Campbell's, Mars, and Unilever, Hamid brings a proven track record in innovation and transformation and succeeds Tony DeCastro, VP of Development and Commercialization, in leading the Innovation Center and broader development efforts. DeCastro will continue to support the business for the next 3 years.
About Sun OrchardSun Orchard is the leading developer and manufacturer of clean-label citrus-based ingredients and culinary solutions for blue-chip and high-growth customers across the foodservice, speciality industrial and club channels. Sun Orchard has built upon its strength in citrus juices to develop an expanding portfolio of premium refrigerated, frozen and aseptic products. Sun Orchard is headquartered in Boca Raton, Florida, and has facilities strategically located in Florida, Texas and Arizona. With a longstanding reputation built on superior quality, freshness and taste, Sun Orchard works closely with its customers to turn emerging market trends into innovative ingredients and beverage products with its established product development and commercialization expertise.
Let's ConnectTo learn more about Sun Orchard's capabilities or explore potential partnership opportunities, please contact us at info@sunorchard.com or reach out directly to Jeff DeBoer, Chief Commercial Officer, at jeff.deboer@sunorchard.com.
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