HONG KONG, June 03, 2025 — Hong Kong-based foodtech startup IXON Food Technology and CMA+, the technology commercialization platform of CMA Testing, today announced a strategic collaboration to fast-track IXON’s innovative food preservation solutions to market. IXON, which has developed advanced sous-vide aseptic packaging (ASAP), a process that sterilizes foods at gentle temperatures (60–80 °C), joined the CMA+ InnoLIFE program in April 2025. This membership grants IXON access to CMA+’s extensive industry–academia network designed to turn cutting-edge research into commercial products.
Since joining, CMA+ has actively supported IXON’s efforts to commercialize its technology in the pet food and senior soft food segments. In return, IXON will conduct all of its food safety and quality analyses at CMA Testing’s accredited laboratories, leveraging CMA Testing’s decades of expertise in food and consumer-product testing.
CMA+ has provided IXON with hands-on guidance and resources to adapt its ASAP technology for new market niches. The collaboration now includes plans for IXON to replicate its production facility at CMA+’s Pilot Manufacturing Center (PMC). The PMC is a dedicated pilot-production hub that provides production sites and supporting facilities for enterprises engaged in experimental production. In practical terms, this means IXON can develop prototypes, integrate automation, and conduct low-volume pilot runs under one roof.
“Access to the PMC will help us accelerate product development and reduce technical risk on the path to scale-up,” said Felix Cheung, CEO of IXON. “Combining CMA+’s incubation support with our ASAP technology, we aim to bring high-quality, shelf-stable foods to market more quickly.”
Mr. Robert LOK, Vice President of CMA and Chairman of CMA Testing, explained that the platform was named “CMA+” to highlight its mission of expanding beyond testing services into technology commercialization. It aims to support the transformation of scientific research into real-world products across government, industry, academia, and research sectors. In addition to providing innovative laboratory facilities, CMA+ offers four key services tailored to the needs of early-stage technology companies: technical and certification support, access to manufacturers and supply chains, financing and legal guidance, and marketing support. By connecting startups with essential resources and partners, CMA+ helps accelerate the path from innovation to market.
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 food products at room temperature. By eliminating the need for cold chain and greatly extending shelf life, ASAP makes food consumption more equitable, convenient, and sustainable. For more information, visit https://www.ixon.com.hk.
About CMA Testing and CMA+
CMA Testing is a third-party quality assurance organization established in 1979, offering testing, inspection and certification services worldwide. It is accredited by HOKLAS and other international bodies, serving industries from consumer electronics to food and personal care. CMA+ is CMA Testing’s newly established Technology Commercialisation Platform, dedicated to bridging industry and academia. CMA+ provides technology and certification support, manufacturing and supply-chain assistance, financing and legal guidance, as well as sales and marketing channels. Its Pilot Manufacturing Center (PMC) offers on-site prototyping and small-scale production facilities to help innovators validate and scale their products. For more information, visit https://www.thecmaplus.org.
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