IXON and FERM by SpiceBox Organics Partner to Launch Shelf-Stable Vegan Products
HONG KONG, April 10, 2025 — IXON, a pioneer in advanced food preservation technology, and FERM by SpiceBox Organics, a leading producer of organic plant-based protein products, today announced a strategic partnership to launch shelf-stable plant-based, vegan products in Hong Kong.
The collaboration will introduce innovative tempeh-based products and vegan alternatives that can be stored without refrigeration while maintaining quality, flavour, and nutritional value—a significant advancement in sustainable food technology for the Hong Kong market.
"Our ASAP Technology has proven successful in extending the shelf life of various food products without preservatives or refrigeration," said Felix Cheung, Founder and CEO of IXON. "Partnering with FERM and SpiceBox Organics allows us to apply this technology to plant-based foods, offering consumers convenient, sustainable options while reducing the carbon footprint associated with cold chain logistics."
The first phase of product rollout will feature products including Organic Soya Tempeh, Vegan Tempeh ‘Meat’ Balls, and Vegan Pasta ‘Meat’ Sauce.
"We're excited to bring these revolutionary products to environmentally conscious consumers," said Punam Chopra, Founder of FERM and SpiceBox Organics. "This collaboration combines our expertise in nutrient-dense, organic vegan food production with IXON's breakthrough preservation technology, creating convenient plant-based options that don't compromise on taste or quality."
The products will be available exclusively at SpiceBox Organics retail locations in Hong Kong beginning May 2025. This initial product launch represents the first step of what both companies hope will be a long-term collaboration to transform how plant-based foods are preserved, distributed, and consumed.
About IXON
IXON is a Hong Kong-based company that specializes in food sterilization and preservation. A FoodTech 500 company, IXON is recognized for their proprietary advanced sous-vide aseptic packaging (ASAP) technology that enables the storage and shipment of sous-vide products at room temperature. By eliminating the need for cold chain and greatly extending shelf life, ASAP makes the consumption of meat, fish, seafood — and most recently vegan food — more equitable, convenient and sustainable. For more information, visit https://www.ixon.com.hk
About FERM by SpiceBox Organics
FERM is a women-owned and operated fermentation company on a mission to make plant-based eating both nutritious and exciting. Based in Wong Chuk Hang, Hong Kong, FERM specializes in handcrafted organic tempeh, offering a variety of bold flavors and innovative tempeh-based products. While officially launched in 2023, FERM has been fermenting since 2018, supplying high-quality, nutrient-dense organic tempeh to the local community, restaurants, and the food service industry. More than just makers, FERM is passionate about educating people on the benefits of tempeh and fermented foods, fostering a deeper understanding of their nutritional and environmental impact, and helping Hong Kong embrace the power of fermentation. Find FERM products at SpiceBox Organics, DeliFans, Feast Market, and HKTVMall. For more information, please visit www.spiceboxorganics.com or www.fermbrand.com.
香港時間2025年4月10日 —— 先進食品保存技術先驅IXON與有機植物蛋白食品生產商SpiceBox Organics旗下品牌FERM今日宣佈達成戰略合作，共同在香港推出可常溫保存的植物基純素食品。
是次合作將推出創新天貝(Tempeh)系列產品及純素替代食品，此類產品無需冷藏即可長期保存，同時保持原有品質、風味及營養價值——此為香港可持續食品技術領域的重大突破。
IXON始創人兼執行董事張文浩表示：「我們的ASAP技術已成功實現無防腐劑、免冷藏延長多種食品保質期。此次與FERM及SpiceBox Organics合作，將此技術應用於植物基食品，為消費者提供便捷可持續選擇，同時減少冷鏈物流產生的碳足跡。」
首階段產品線包括有機天貝、純素天貝「肉丸」及純素意粉「肉醬」等即食產品。
FERM及SpiceBox Organics始創人Punam Chopra表示：「我們致力為注重環保的消費者帶來革新產品。此次結合我們在有機純素食品生產的專業與IXON突破性保存技術，創造出兼顧美味與品質的便捷植物基選擇。」
產品將於2025年5月起於SpiceBox Organics香港零售點獨家發售。此次合作標誌著兩家企業長期戰略的第一步，旨在革新植物基食品的保存、分銷及消費模式。
關於IXON
IXON是一間紮根香港的公司，專注於食品殺菌及保存技術。IXON作為全球FoodTech 500榜上有名的企業，憑藉其獨創的「先進低溫真空無菌包裝」(ASAP)技術贏得廣泛認可。這項突破性技術能讓低溫烹調的食品在常溫下長期保存及運送，無需冷藏。通過消除對冷鏈的需求並大幅延長保質期，ASAP技術使肉類、海鮮——以至最新研發的純素食品——消費變得更公平、便捷且可持續。查詢詳情請瀏覽https://www.ixon.com.hk
關於FERM by SpiceBox Organics
FERM為女性創辦的發酵食品品牌，致力推動兼具營養與創意的植物飲食。紮根香港黃竹坑，專注手工製作有機天貝，提供多款創新風味的天貝衍生產品。品牌雖於2023年正式成立，實自2018年起已為本地社區、餐飲業及食品服務界供應優質營養有機天貝。FERM積極推廣天貝與發酵食品的營養價值及環保效益，助力香港發掘發酵食品潛力。產品現於SpiceBox Organics、DeliFans、Feast Market及HKTVMall有售。查詢詳情請瀏覽 www.spiceboxorganics.com 或 www.fermbrand.com
