Interko , the global leader for the design, manufacture, and installation of state-of-the-art fresh fruit ripening rooms, is pushing ahead with digital transformation by integrating advanced data processing and soon artificial intelligence (AI) across its next-generation ripening solutions. The bold move is reshaping global fruit ripening; giving operators greater control, better decision-making, and systematic performance improvement as they prepare for an AI-assisted future. Above all, the ability to proactively manage the ripening process is delivering enhanced precision, adaptability, and cost efficiency. Digital transformation represents the latest innovative step in the Dutch company’s development of smart technologies, enabling fruit ripeners to better adapt to a rapidly changing world market. Chris Maat, Managing Director/Partner at Interko, explains: “Ripening has become a data-driven, digitally-managed process rather than a traditional experience-based craft. Through ...