Global flavour company, McCormick, has unveiled a state-of-the-art trade waste treatment facility at its factory on the Sunshine Coast, Queensland. The upgrade was developed in collaboration with Aerofloat and McNab and designed to support the increased production capacity for its Gourmet Garden range.
state-of-the-art trade waste treatment facility
at its factory on the Sunshine Coast, Queensland.
(Source: McCormick Australia)
The treatment facility took seven months to complete and will manage liquid waste generated by manufacturing. It can process 25-40 cubic metres of wastewater per hour and has a 500-kilolitre holding capacity.
McCormick Australia managing director, Paris Golden, said the system strengthened sustainable and efficient operations, enabling increased output while maintaining environmental and regulatory standards.
“By reducing waste disposal costs and mitigating overflow risks, the facility enhances the brand’s ability to scale and meet growing market demands,” Golden said.
The facility is located at Palmwoods in the Sunshine Coast Hinterland, which is also the production hub for the Gourmet Garden herb and spice range.
McCormick estimated the upgraded facility would have around a $27.93 million in total economic impact in the Sunshine Coast region, and create about 90 local jobs, directly and indirectly.
“As we continue to expand our international presence, we’re investing in smart infrastructure to uphold our high standards in trade waste management,” he said.
McCormick Australia operational project manager, Tim Cooney, said, “The success of this project was driven by strong collaboration with Aerofloat and McNab, and closely supported by Unity Water and the Sunshine Coast Council.
“Together, we have delivered a facility that strengthens our operational capabilities and positions us for long term sustainable growth in the Sunshine Coast region.”
He said the Sunshine Coast Council also played a “pivotal role” in the project by providing McCormick Australia with development assistance and commercial growth initiatives.
The facility is in a 650 square metre building with landscaped outdoor areas featuring 731 native plants, designed to enhance the site’s environmental footprint and promote local biodiversity.
Sunshine Coast mayor, Rosanna Natoli, said McCormick contributed to the local economy and had an “unwavering commitment to remain a vital part of the region’s growth and prosperity”.
“The facility also supports McCormick’s continued focus on enhancing its sustainable practices, which aligns with being in one of only five UNESCO biosphere reserves in Australia.
“Here on the Sunshine Coast, we are proud of our sustainability goals and of the businesses that help make those ideals a reality,” Natoli said.
