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production of spirulina. TVMB is a pioneer in
the large-scale cultivation of spirulina using a
photobioreactor.
According to a press release, the conventional
cultivation method uses open raceways which
are more susceptible to environmental and
contamination factors. TVMB’s scientists and
engineers have devoted years of research and
development to optimise the PBR cultivation,
which has resulted in the maximum production
yield at a lower production cost.
Japan’s
cutting-edge
biotechnology,
combined with Brunei’s environment and
climate for algae production, will facilitate
the Tavelmout project’s contribution to the
Sultanate’s economic diversification. The
project will also contribute to bilateral
relations and solve food problems in the
world, said the ambassador.
TVMB is introducing its locally produced
Tabérumo product – the world’s first frozen
raw spirulina that satisfies Japan’s rigorous
and stringent food safety standards and is sold
mainly in the Japanese market by TVMB’s parent
company Tabérumo Corp. The strict safety and
hygiene control system of their processing
facility enables them to create high quality
spirulina which is safe to be consumed raw.
Tabérumo is a product which maximises the
strength of spirulina’s odourless fresh taste and
rich nutrients, and it can be mixed with all kinds
of food to be enjoyed by families, athletes and
those who are beauty-conscious.
TVMB began exporting the product to Japan in
September 2019, and distribution to Japanese
consumers will be done through Tabérumo Corp.
According to a press release, TVMB aims to
product six tonnes per month in the first year.
The production capacity will be increased yearly,
and the maximum production volume after an
expansion of the facility is expected to reach
1,000 tonnes.
Aside from having Japan as the main target
market, TVMB also aims to export its products
globally. As a future plan, in addition to the
continuous marketing in Japan, TVMB aims to
expand to other overseas markets including the
booming global Halal market after the approval
of its Halal certification from Brunei.
The press release elaborated on the topic of
Halal, stating that currently, there is no Halal
certified raw spirulina available in the world.
TVMB also said that they are in the process of
obtaining the approval for its Halal application.
Once certified, the Tabérumo spirulina will be
a part of the expanding portfolio of high quality
Halal products made in Brunei.