Petfood & Aquafeed
Extrusion Conference

Discover the Future of Pet and Aqua feeds
The one-day conference will feature a various of industry expert speakers offering innovative presentations on maximising the use of extrusion machinery and aqua feed systems.
10th Extrusion Conference Program
Pet Food and Aqua Feed 2025 – 11 March
🕙 10.00 AM | Welcome
Roger Gilbert, International Aqua Feed Magazine | UK
🕙 10.15 AM | Reducing Energy Cost & Carbon Footprint in Aquafeed and Pet food Production.
🕙 10.45 AM | Why Particle Size Matters in Aquaculture Feeds and Pet Food
🕙 11.15 AM | Best Practices in Shrimp Feed Production
Michel Pereira, Andritz | Denmark
🕙 11.45 AM | Using the Twin Screw Extrusion Technology to Face the Challenges of Feed Production
🕙 12.15 PM | Lunch Break
🕙 1.15 PM | Towards high quality, durable and affordable Pet Food turnkey processing lines
🕙 1.45 PM | Minimizing the Size of Extruded Micro-Pellets for Young Fish
🕙 2.15 PM | Versatility of Extrusion Systems to Enable Innovations
🕙 2.45 PM | Continuous Atmospheric Coating for Feed
🕙 3.15 PM | TBA
🕙 3.45 PM | Uses of Plasma in Pet Foods and Its Benefits
Dr. Mian N. Riaz, Texas A&M Univ. | USA
🕙 4.00 PM | Q&A Session
MEET THE SPEAKERS: Petfood & Aquafeed Extrusion Conference 2025

Roger Gilbert
CEO of International Aquafeed
Roger Gilbert
CEO of International Aquafeed
Mr Roger Gilbert was the Secretary General of the International Feed Industry Federation, which he co-founded in in 1987. In that time, he saw the federation rise from humble beginnings, to represent more than 85% of all compound feeds produced globally. He initiated the industry’s NGO representation with Codex Alimentarius and set up one of the first Memorandum of Understandings between an industry and the United Nation’s Food and Agriculture Organisation.
Today, Mr Gilbert is the publisher of International Petfood, International Aquafeed and Milling & Grain magazine: three international magazines translated into several languages to promote aqua and terrestrial protein production.
Mr Roger Gilbert was the Secretary General of the International Feed Industry Federation, which he co-founded in in 1987. In that time, he saw the federation rise from humble beginnings, to represent more than 85% of all compound feeds produced globally. He initiated the industry’s NGO representation with Codex Alimentarius and set up one of the first Memorandum of Understandings between an industry and the United Nation’s Food and Agriculture Organisation.
Today, Mr Gilbert is the publisher of International Petfood, International Aquafeed and Milling & Grain magazine: three international magazines translated into several languages to promote aqua and terrestrial protein production.
Mr Roger Gilbert was the Secretary General of the International Feed Industry Federation, which he co-founded in in 1987. In that time, he saw the federation rise from humble beginnings, to represent more than 85% of all compound feeds produced globally. He initiated the industry’s NGO representation with Codex Alimentarius and set up one of the first Memorandum of Understandings between an industry and the United Nation’s Food and Agriculture Organisation.
Today, Mr Gilbert is the publisher of International Petfood, International Aquafeed and Milling & Grain magazine: three international magazines translated into several languages to promote aqua and terrestrial protein production.

Michel Pereira
Andritz
Michel Pereira
Andritz
Michel Bauer Pereira is the Global Application Manager for Aqua & Pet, at Andritz. He has 7 years working with the company, and if focusing currently on sizing equipment, Process evaluations and Trainings. Living in Joinville, Brazil, Michel Graduated in Mechanical Engineering with MSc in Aeronautical Engineering. He is experienced as a project, process and field engineer, working in the food/feed industry for more than 10 years. Michel is also an Amateur marathoner.
Michel Bauer Pereira is the Global Application Manager for Aqua & Pet, at Andritz. He has 7 years working with the company, and if focusing currently on sizing equipment, Process evaluations and Trainings. Living in Joinville, Brazil, Michel Graduated in Mechanical Engineering with MSc in Aeronautical Engineering. He is experienced as a project, process and field engineer, working in the food/feed industry for more than 10 years. Michel is also an Amateur marathoner.
Michel Bauer Pereira is the Global Application Manager for Aqua & Pet, at Andritz. He has 7 years working with the company, and if focusing currently on sizing equipment, Process evaluations and Trainings. Living in Joinville, Brazil, Michel Graduated in Mechanical Engineering with MSc in Aeronautical Engineering. He is experienced as a project, process and field engineer, working in the food/feed industry for more than 10 years. Michel is also an Amateur marathoner.

Dr. Fengde – David Ma
FAMSUN
Dr. Fengde – David Ma
FAMSUN
Dr. Ma earned his Ph.D. in Materials Science from Michigan Technological University, USA. He joined FAMSUN Research Institute in 2015 and has since played pivotal roles in the operation of the FAMSUN Test Center, and the development of feed processing equipment. Dr. Ma has also contributed to multiple key national R&D projects, building extensive expertise in the research, development, and application of feed processing technologies.
Currently, Dr. Ma serves as the Deputy Director of the FAMSUN Research Institute, where he leads efforts in joint innovation with key customers and drives the optimization and advancement of integrated feed processing solutions.
Dr. Ma earned his Ph.D. in Materials Science from Michigan Technological University, USA. He joined FAMSUN Research Institute in 2015 and has since played pivotal roles in the operation of the FAMSUN Test Center, and the development of feed processing equipment. Dr. Ma has also contributed to multiple key national R&D projects, building extensive expertise in the research, development, and application of feed processing technologies.
Currently, Dr. Ma serves as the Deputy Director of the FAMSUN Research Institute, where he leads efforts in joint innovation with key customers and drives the optimization and advancement of integrated feed processing solutions.
Dr. Ma earned his Ph.D. in Materials Science from Michigan Technological University, USA. He joined FAMSUN Research Institute in 2015 and has since played pivotal roles in the operation of the FAMSUN Test Center, and the development of feed processing equipment. Dr. Ma has also contributed to multiple key national R&D projects, building extensive expertise in the research, development, and application of feed processing technologies.
Currently, Dr. Ma serves as the Deputy Director of the FAMSUN Research Institute, where he leads efforts in joint innovation with key customers and drives the optimization and advancement of integrated feed processing solutions.

Dr Mian Riaz
Texas A&M University
Dr Mian Riaz
Texas A&M University
Dr. Mian N. Riaz is Associate Dept. Head and Holder of the Professorship in Food Diversity in the Department of Food Science and Technology at Texas A&M University, USA. He joined Texas A&M University 31 years ago after completing his Ph.D in Food Science from the University of Maine, USA.
Currently, he is the Director of Extrusion Technology Program, where he offers 5 courses every year in food and feed extrusion through Professional & Continuing Education program, TEES Edge, Texas A&M University System. Three of these courses are in pet food/feed and two of them are in snack and plant protein extrusion. He has published seven books (three of them are on extrusion technology) 28 chapters and more than 163 papers on extrusion and other related topics. He has given more than 725 talks in 66 different countries.
Dr. Mian N. Riaz is Associate Dept. Head and Holder of the Professorship in Food Diversity in the Department of Food Science and Technology at Texas A&M University, USA. He joined Texas A&M University 31 years ago after completing his Ph.D in Food Science from the University of Maine, USA.
Currently, he is the Director of Extrusion Technology Program, where he offers 5 courses every year in food and feed extrusion through Professional & Continuing Education program, TEES Edge, Texas A&M University System. Three of these courses are in pet food/feed and two of them are in snack and plant protein extrusion. He has published seven books (three of them are on extrusion technology) 28 chapters and more than 163 papers on extrusion and other related topics. He has given more than 725 talks in 66 different countries.
Dr. Mian N. Riaz is Associate Dept. Head and Holder of the Professorship in Food Diversity in the Department of Food Science and Technology at Texas A&M University, USA. He joined Texas A&M University 31 years ago after completing his Ph.D in Food Science from the University of Maine, USA.
Currently, he is the Director of Extrusion Technology Program, where he offers 5 courses every year in food and feed extrusion through Professional & Continuing Education program, TEES Edge, Texas A&M University System. Three of these courses are in pet food/feed and two of them are in snack and plant protein extrusion. He has published seven books (three of them are on extrusion technology) 28 chapters and more than 163 papers on extrusion and other related topics. He has given more than 725 talks in 66 different countries.

Louison Duclaux
Clextral
Louison Duclaux
Clextral
Louison DUCLAUX holds a Food Engineering degree from the Rhone Alpes Superior Institute of Agronomy (ISARA Lyon). Based in Singapore, he has been Clextral’s APAC process engineer for the last two years. His wide range of expertise allows him to support the local customers on all extrusion applications (feed & food), from R&D machines to industrial line.
Louison DUCLAUX holds a Food Engineering degree from the Rhone Alpes Superior Institute of Agronomy (ISARA Lyon). Based in Singapore, he has been Clextral’s APAC process engineer for the last two years. His wide range of expertise allows him to support the local customers on all extrusion applications (feed & food), from R&D machines to industrial line.
Louison DUCLAUX holds a Food Engineering degree from the Rhone Alpes Superior Institute of Agronomy (ISARA Lyon). Based in Singapore, he has been Clextral’s APAC process engineer for the last two years. His wide range of expertise allows him to support the local customers on all extrusion applications (feed & food), from R&D machines to industrial line.

Philipp Fritschi
Bühler Southeast Asia & Oceania
Philipp Fritschi
Bühler Southeast Asia & Oceania
Philipp Fritschi is currently Regional Manager, Value Nutrition at Bühler Southeast Asia & Oceania. In his role, Philipp leads the regional business for grains, food and feed solutions, including new market development, customer collaboration and technical services.
Philipp joined Bühler in 2006 and has since worked in various areas of expertise, mainly in milling solutions in Switzerland, Korea and China. Prior to his current appointment, Philipp was Chief Engineer Food Technology in Greater China where he led and supported the strong growing businesses and developed various innovative solutions in grains and food.
Philipp earned a Science Degree in Flour Milling from the Swiss Milling School in Switzerland. He also obtained an MBA of the Bühler Group.
Philipp Fritschi is currently Regional Manager, Value Nutrition at Bühler Southeast Asia & Oceania. In his role, Philipp leads the regional business for grains, food and feed solutions, including new market development, customer collaboration and technical services.
Philipp joined Bühler in 2006 and has since worked in various areas of expertise, mainly in milling solutions in Switzerland, Korea and China. Prior to his current appointment, Philipp was Chief Engineer Food Technology in Greater China where he led and supported the strong growing businesses and developed various innovative solutions in grains and food.
Philipp earned a Science Degree in Flour Milling from the Swiss Milling School in Switzerland. He also obtained an MBA of the Bühler Group.
Philipp Fritschi is currently Regional Manager, Value Nutrition at Bühler Southeast Asia & Oceania. In his role, Philipp leads the regional business for grains, food and feed solutions, including new market development, customer collaboration and technical services.
Philipp joined Bühler in 2006 and has since worked in various areas of expertise, mainly in milling solutions in Switzerland, Korea and China. Prior to his current appointment, Philipp was Chief Engineer Food Technology in Greater China where he led and supported the strong growing businesses and developed various innovative solutions in grains and food.
Philipp earned a Science Degree in Flour Milling from the Swiss Milling School in Switzerland. He also obtained an MBA of the Bühler Group.

Phil Erickson
Reynolds Engineering & Equipment Inc
Phil Erickson
Reynolds Engineering & Equipment Inc
Phil Erickson is currently the International Application Engineer for Reynolds Engineering & Equipment, INC. Phil received his bachelor’s degree from the University of Minnesota in Analytical Chemistry. Employed at Honey well’s sensor and signal processing research and development center after graduation. He has worked n the Bulk Dry Powder Processing industry for the last 30 some years focusing on ultra fine size reduction and classification of inorganic and organic materials.During his year in the industry he has been involved in production of shrimp and larval aqua feeds throughout the world. Working with most major aqua feed facilities in the production of specialty feeds which require ultra fine input materials. In addition, he is well versed in the evolving developments and requirements associated with natural and organic production of foods and feeds.
Phil Erickson is currently the International Application Engineer for Reynolds Engineering & Equipment, INC. Phil received his bachelor’s degree from the University of Minnesota in Analytical Chemistry. Employed at Honey well’s sensor and signal processing research and development center after graduation. He has worked n the Bulk Dry Powder Processing industry for the last 30 some years focusing on ultra fine size reduction and classification of inorganic and organic materials.During his year in the industry he has been involved in production of shrimp and larval aqua feeds throughout the world. Working with most major aqua feed facilities in the production of specialty feeds which require ultra fine input materials. In addition, he is well versed in the evolving developments and requirements associated with natural and organic production of foods and feeds.
Phil Erickson is currently the International Application Engineer for Reynolds Engineering & Equipment, INC. Phil received his bachelor’s degree from the University of Minnesota in Analytical Chemistry. Employed at Honey well’s sensor and signal processing research and development center after graduation. He has worked n the Bulk Dry Powder Processing industry for the last 30 some years focusing on ultra fine size reduction and classification of inorganic and organic materials.During his year in the industry he has been involved in production of shrimp and larval aqua feeds throughout the world. Working with most major aqua feed facilities in the production of specialty feeds which require ultra fine input materials. In addition, he is well versed in the evolving developments and requirements associated with natural and organic production of foods and feeds.

Olivier Dréan
CPM
Olivier Dréan
CPM
Olivier Dréan joined CPM’s Process Solutions Business Unit in October 2024 as Vice President of Pet Food, where he leads the growth of this new segment, tapping into the organization’s expertise and manufacturing capabilities.
Prior to CPM, Olivier served as Managing Director for Clextral in Asia Pacific, driving the expansion of extrusion solutions for food, pet food, and fish feed. With a Master of Science in Industrial Engineering, Olivier has built a diverse career with experience across Europe, South America, and Asia Pacific.
Olivier Dréan joined CPM’s Process Solutions Business Unit in October 2024 as Vice President of Pet Food, where he leads the growth of this new segment, tapping into the organization’s expertise and manufacturing capabilities.
Prior to CPM, Olivier served as Managing Director for Clextral in Asia Pacific, driving the expansion of extrusion solutions for food, pet food, and fish feed. With a Master of Science in Industrial Engineering, Olivier has built a diverse career with experience across Europe, South America, and Asia Pacific.
Olivier Dréan joined CPM’s Process Solutions Business Unit in October 2024 as Vice President of Pet Food, where he leads the growth of this new segment, tapping into the organization’s expertise and manufacturing capabilities.
Prior to CPM, Olivier served as Managing Director for Clextral in Asia Pacific, driving the expansion of extrusion solutions for food, pet food, and fish feed. With a Master of Science in Industrial Engineering, Olivier has built a diverse career with experience across Europe, South America, and Asia Pacific.

Marco Prati
PLP Systems
Marco Prati
PLP Systems
Marco Prati is the CEO of PLP Systems, an Italian company specializing in machinery for liquid and powder handling. After studying Mechanical Implementation and Construction in Piacenza, Marco joined PLP Systems in 2003, a company founded by his father in 1978. He started in the Technical Design and Development office, driving innovation and developing customized solutions for dosing, coating, and weighing powders and liquids.
Marco later transitioned to the Commercial office, focusing on building a global commercial network across Asia, South America, and Europe, which continues to expand. In 2013, following his father's retirement, Marco became the company’s Director. Committed to innovation, precision, and reliability, he prioritizes embracing new ideas and solutions to position PLP Systems as a market leader.
Marco Prati is the CEO of PLP Systems, an Italian company specializing in machinery for liquid and powder handling. After studying Mechanical Implementation and Construction in Piacenza, Marco joined PLP Systems in 2003, a company founded by his father in 1978. He started in the Technical Design and Development office, driving innovation and developing customized solutions for dosing, coating, and weighing powders and liquids.
Marco later transitioned to the Commercial office, focusing on building a global commercial network across Asia, South America, and Europe, which continues to expand. In 2013, following his father's retirement, Marco became the company’s Director. Committed to innovation, precision, and reliability, he prioritizes embracing new ideas and solutions to position PLP Systems as a market leader.
Marco Prati is the CEO of PLP Systems, an Italian company specializing in machinery for liquid and powder handling. After studying Mechanical Implementation and Construction in Piacenza, Marco joined PLP Systems in 2003, a company founded by his father in 1978. He started in the Technical Design and Development office, driving innovation and developing customized solutions for dosing, coating, and weighing powders and liquids.
Marco later transitioned to the Commercial office, focusing on building a global commercial network across Asia, South America, and Europe, which continues to expand. In 2013, following his father's retirement, Marco became the company’s Director. Committed to innovation, precision, and reliability, he prioritizes embracing new ideas and solutions to position PLP Systems as a market leader.
VENUE IMPACT
City Bangkok
Country Thailand
Dates
March 12-14, 2025
Opening hours
10.00 – 18.00 hrs