The introduction of the 5th Food on The Road Innovation and Processing Facility (FoodtrIP) was announced by the Industrial Technology Development Institute (DOST-ITDI) under the Department of Science and Technology last July 10, 2025. Deployed at the Food Processing Division, DOST Complex in Taguig City, the new unit includes state-of-the-art aseptic processing module design catering for ultra-high-temperature (UHT) beverage processing. It is considered that this achievement will enhance food safety and upend the shelf life of food to a great extent.

The keynote address was given by DOST Secretary Renato Solidum and the program was opened by Engr. Rey Esguerra, OIC Deputy Director for R&D, Chief SRS, ITDI-EBD and Co-project Lead, with a welcoming remark from Dr. Annabelle V. Briones, Director ITDI . The Mobile Modular Food Processing Facility (MMFPF), which is being developed under the department’s GIA Program, is a component of the SMART Food Value Chain Program that seeks to improve the Philippine food system after the pandemic. Notable attendee Engr. Albert Samuela, VP External Affairs of the Samahan sa Pilipinas ng mga Industriyang Kimika (SPIK), attended the unveiling of this groundbreaking event.