BKtech supports Magnusson Petfood on their sustainability journey
BKtech and Magnusson Petfood AB have signed an agreement for a new BioOne Energy Center (870 kW) to supply process steam at Magnusson’s production site in Bro, Sweden. The installation will run on renewable wood pellets and marks an important step in Magnusson’s sustainability journey.
Founded on the Magnusson family farm, the company is known for its high-quality pet food made from Swedish ingredients, with a strong focus on animal welfare and sustainable production.
When it comes to sustainability, we strive to minimize our environmental impact in many ways. We like to use local and sustainable ingredients, reduce waste, and work actively to make our production processes more energy efficient. That’s why it feels right to invest in a plant that meets our steam demand with a fossil-free and renewable fuel, says Kåre Magnusson, CEO Magnusson Petfood.
BKtech’s BioOne is a prefabricated and modular energy plant that includes a steam boiler, pellet storage, burner, control system, and feedwater tank. The solution is factory-tested in Blomstermåla, Sweden, before delivery, which minimizes commissioning time and makes it easy to relocate if needed.
BioOne is one of our best-selling products, meeting customer demands for both component quality and reliability. Since it’s prefabricated and modular, it’s fully assembled before delivery, which makes installation straightforward and ensures dependable operation. For Magnusson, the Energy Center will also be painted red to blend in with the beautiful surroundings, says Staffan Lundegårdh, Sales Manager Nordic at BKtech.
Demand for pet food rises
This is BKtech’s first agreement with a pet food producer – a sector with significant potential. According to FEDIAF’s (European Pet Food Industry Federation) report Protecting Pet Food Ingredients (2024), pet ownership in Europe has risen to 352 million animals, with 50% of households now owning a pet – up from 38% in 2019. Europe currently produces around 9.9 million tonnes of pet food annually, and the market is expected to keep growing.
With large parts of the industry still dependent on fossil fuels, the opportunity to decarbonize production with renewable steam is substantial.
In pet food production, process steam is used in several applications, whether for wet or dry feed, which represents a major opportunity for us at BKtech. With the right technology, expertise, and market presence, we can help pet food manufacturers transition to fossil-free and renewable steam based on wood pellets instead of fossil alternatives, says Axel Fohlin, Market Intelligence Analyst at BKtech.
Delivery of the Energy Center is scheduled for autumn 2025.
About Magnusson Petfood
Magnusson Petfood AB was founded on the family farm Håbolund in Sweden with a focus on providing nutritious food for pets, built on a strong commitment to animal welfare. Over the years, Magnusson has grown and become known for its natural recipes based on Swedish ingredients and its dedication to sustainable production methods, with all manufacturing carried out in Sweden.
Read more about Magnusson Petfood
For questions, please contact:
Staffan Lundegårdh
Sales Manager Nordic, BKtech
staffan.lundegardh@bktech.se
+46 (0)10-153 78 11