How Picnic Foods reduced energy costs by $39,000

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Picnic Foods is a dynamic food manufacturing company based in Australia, operating in the highly competitive food production sector. As a manufacturer in this energy-intensive industry, the company relies heavily on electricity and gas for critical operations including refrigeration, heating, and storage facilities. Like many businesses in the food manufacturing sector, Picnic Foods faced mounting challenges from escalating energy costs that were directly impacting their production expenses and overall operational efficiency.

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The company's operations require consistent, reliable energy supply for maintaining food safety standards and ensuring optimal production conditions. With energy representing a significant portion of their operational costs, securing competitive rates while maintaining service reliability became crucial for their continued growth and profitability.

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How Zembl helped

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Picnic Foods was feeling the squeeze of rising energy costs. "Higher electricity and gas prices have raised production and storage costs, especially for energy-intensive industries like food manufacturing, logistics, and retail. Refrigeration, heating, and transport expenses have seen noticeable increases."

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‍With margins under pressure, Zembl stepped in. Our team assessed their operations, analysed the market, and negotiated a competitive energy contract tailored to their needs.

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The result? $39,000 in annual savings and long-term price certainty. The switch was seamless, with clear communication and no disruption to production.

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As Picnic Foods put it, "From the initial contact through to the final delivery, the professionalism and attention to detail really stood out. It felt like you understood our needs and were committed to delivering the best outcome."