Novameta, a manufacturer of custom stainless steel equipment for professional kitchens, has won one of the world’s leading design distinctions, the Red Dot Award, for its next-generation A-class cooling counter.

According to Tadas Danusas, CEO of Novameta, the award is an important recognition not only for the company’s team, but also for the growing international visibility of the company’s engineering solutions.

“This is already the third major international recognition for this product, confirming that our cooling counter stands out not only for its aesthetics, but also for its functionality, energy efficiency, ergonomics, and its ability to meet the evolving needs of modern professional kitchens. The Red Dot Award once again proves that the solutions we develop can successfully compete with the strongest international manufacturers,” says Danusas.

The new design of the cooling counter was launched at the beginning of 2025 and has already become one of the company’s fastest-growing product developments. In 2025, sales of this product increased by 16%.

“The cooling counter was developed as a next-generation solution for professional kitchens, where not only technical quality matters, but also efficiency in real working environments. The product offers up to 25% more refrigerated storage space than many comparable alternatives on the market, helping operators make better use of their workspace. This is particularly relevant in professional kitchens, where every centimetre matters,” says Danusas.

The product features A energy efficiency class, consumes up to 45% less electricity than the previous version, uses the natural refrigerant R290, and has been designed for easy maintenance and intensive day-to-day use.

“These engineering solutions and the added value they create for customers are driving growing demand. In 2025, sales of this product increased by 16%, and this year we expect even stronger results. This once again confirms that the professional kitchen market increasingly values higher-value solutions,” adds Danusas.