Project Overview: This project focused on the capacity expansion of an existing cheese production facility in the Netherlands, increasing output to 80,000 tones of yellow cheese per year. The initiative was part of the company’s broader modernization strategy to implement low-emission technologies, improve process automation, and integrate an optimized in-house logistics system. The project successfully delivered tangible cost efficiencies and sustainability improvements within a challenging brownfield environment.
Engineering was fully executed by the owner, while procurement and contracting activities were led by IM Procurement, ensuring strategic supplier engagement, cost optimization, and timely delivery of key process equipment and facility components. Our involvement provided measurable value through robust sourcing strategies, risk mitigation, and efficient contract execution..
Key Details:
Scope:
• Expansion of plant production capacity to 80 Kt/year
• Installation of new low-emission processing and packaging technologies
• Upgrade of utility systems and wastewater treatment
• Development of internal logistics and material flow optimization
• Full engineering completion prior to construction start
Challenges:
• Execution within an operational brownfield environment requiring phased shutdowns and strict safety coordination
• Complex engineering requirements demanding 100% design completion prior to construction
• Tight market for key process equipment and long-lead items requiring proactive procurement and supplier alignment
• Balancing cost, schedule, and quality under sustainability and emissions-reduction objectives
Engineering was fully executed by the owner, while procurement and contracting activities were led by IM Procurement, ensuring strategic supplier engagement, cost optimization, and timely delivery of key process equipment and facility components. Our involvement provided measurable value through robust sourcing strategies, risk mitigation, and efficient contract execution..
Key Details:
- Location: The Netherlands
- Timeline: 24 months
- Budget: €56 million
- Actual at Completion: €52 million (net savings of €4 million)
Scope:
• Expansion of plant production capacity to 80 Kt/year
• Installation of new low-emission processing and packaging technologies
• Upgrade of utility systems and wastewater treatment
• Development of internal logistics and material flow optimization
• Full engineering completion prior to construction start
Challenges:
• Execution within an operational brownfield environment requiring phased shutdowns and strict safety coordination
• Complex engineering requirements demanding 100% design completion prior to construction
• Tight market for key process equipment and long-lead items requiring proactive procurement and supplier alignment
• Balancing cost, schedule, and quality under sustainability and emissions-reduction objectives
Why Choose IM Procurement:
IM Procurement brings extensive experience in managing complex industrial projects across Europe, delivering measurable value through strategic sourcing, supplier performance management, and cost control. Our approach focuses on transparency, data-driven decisions, and cross-functional alignment to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and according to sustainability and quality objectives.
By partnering with IM Procurement, clients gain access to a network of trusted suppliers, proven negotiation expertise, and a commitment to operational excellence that ensures long-term project success.
IM Procurement brings extensive experience in managing complex industrial projects across Europe, delivering measurable value through strategic sourcing, supplier performance management, and cost control. Our approach focuses on transparency, data-driven decisions, and cross-functional alignment to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and according to sustainability and quality objectives.
By partnering with IM Procurement, clients gain access to a network of trusted suppliers, proven negotiation expertise, and a commitment to operational excellence that ensures long-term project success.
