Masterclass on Retort Technology: Innovation and Practical Application

Dr. Lim Bee Gim holds a PhD in Chemical Engineering from the National University of Singapore and has nearly 30 years of experience in food processing, R&D, and manufacturing. She spent 20 years at Nestlé, where she was involved in both R&D and large-scale manufacturing, playing a key role in scaling up biohydrolysate production, optimizing processing lines, and securing six patents in biohydrolysate processing technologies. 

Currently serving as Technical Advisor at FoodPlant, Dr. Lim provides strategic guidance in food innovation, commercialization, and advanced processing technologies. She was previously the Founding CEO of FoodPlant for five years, where she led the development of Singapore’s first shared food processing facility, overseeing infrastructure setup, process design, and management systems. Under her leadership, FoodPlant became a vital platform for food businesses to test, refine, and scale up new products with access to advanced processing technologies. 

Alongside her advisory role, Dr. Lim is an Associate Professor at the Singapore Institute of Technology (SIT), where she has spent the past 10 years training and mentoring food technologists, bridging academic knowledge with real-world industrial applications. A recipient of the SIT Teaching Excellence Award in 2021, she is deeply passionate about industry training. She designs and delivers specialized courses in Extrusion Technology and Retort Processing, equipping professionals with hands-on expertise in advanced food manufacturing solutions.

Yan Li Hui is a seasoned professional with over a decade of invaluable experience in food manufacturing. Her expertise in food safety and processing technologies, coupled with her meticulous approach, makes Li Hui an asset in ensuring compliance with stringent industry standards while optimising production processes. Li Hui's in-depth knowledge of microbiology and quality control has been instrumental in driving operational efficiency and maintaining the highest levels of product integrity. As a Project Executive at FoodPlant, Li Hui continues to drive innovation, empowering food entrepreneurs with her technical prowess. She also co-conducts masterclasses on retort technology and food extrusion, contributing to the upskilling of the food industry. Li Hui's dedication to delivering high-quality results and continuous improvement is reflected in positive feedback and the success of her projects.

Angeline is a results-driven Food Scientist with a robust background in the food industry. As a Quality Assurance & Business Development Executive at FoodPlant, she actively drives organisational excellence and excels in enhancing customer satisfaction, demonstrating a keen understanding of client needs and expectations. She was also instrumental in FoodPlant’s ISO 22000:2018 and ISO 45001:2018 certification. Angeline focuses on critical operations, specialising in quality control and assurance. Previously, at Prima Pte Ltd, she played a key role in product development and quality enhancement, particularly in oriental sauces and ready-to-eat meals. Angeline’s expertise extends to hands-on experience with retorted products and shelf-life testing, which she demonstrates when she co-conducts masterclasses on retort technology. Angeline has a Bachelor of Food Technology (Honours) and a Diploma in Food Science and Nutrition.