www.bluearchipelago.com Blue Archipelago Bhd (655173-D) T3.9 KPMG Tower,8 First Avenue, Persiaran Bandar Utama, 47800 Petaling Jaya, Selangor. T: +603 7725 0020 F: +603 7725 2050 E: [email protected] Corporate Brochure 2011 FA.indd 1 4/22/11 5:38 PM Seafood You Can Trust Corporate Brochure 2011 FA.indd 2 4/22/11 5:38 PM Seafood You Can Trust BLUE ARCHIPELAGO BERHAD produces 100% safe, high quality shrimps that meet stringent export market criteria. Our chemical free seawater farming utilizes the latest technology with facilities that enable full traceability and maintains harvest freshness. Our iKERPAN facility has received the Best Aquaculture Practices and Global Trust certifications from Global Aquaculture Alliance. These certifications are recognitions of our efforts in producing shrimps that are safe, high quality and sustainable. In addition, iKERPAN also has been accorded certification by Department of Fisheries, the competent authority in Malaysia to export our shrimps to EU countries. Blue Archipelago has also introduced an innovative concept to shrimp farming, fondly known as iSHARP (Integrated Shrimp Aquaculture Park). iSHARP aims to organize shrimp aquaculture production to meet global standards for food safety and traceability. Our ultimate aim is to develop a Malaysian brand that is synonymous with wholesomness, integrity and quality. Corporate Brochure 2011 FA.indd 1 4/22/11 5:38 PM Corporate Brochure 2011 FA.indd 2 4/22/11 5:38 PM iKerpan The Source of Safe Seafood Thailand iKERPAN (Integrated Kerpan) located in the state of Kedah, iKerpan, is fully integrated with a hatchery, grow out ponds, a feed Kedah mill and a processing plant. About iKerpan: • Annual production capacity of 4,000 tonnes. • Trained staff ensure stringent quality control and export specifications are met. • Uses up-to-date integrated facility with full traceability, from hatchery to farm, feed mill and processing. • Endowed with 226 culture ponds and a hatchery capable of producing 30-40 Singapore million post larvae per cycle, up to 7 cycles per year. • Leverages on sea water cultivation, internationally accepted on yielding better tasting and healthy shrimp. • Only 15 minutes away from pond to processing plant to ensure freshness. • Pristine water quality supported by a 2.8km seawater intake system into the Straits of Malacca. Corporate Brochure 2011 FA.indd 3 4/22/11 5:38 PM Full Strength Seawater and Fully Traceable Shrimp Hatchery Producing SPF Post-Larvae Freezing / Cold Storage Facilities Processing Plant Complies with Requirements and Standards Set by International Regulatory Entities Corporate Brochure 2011 FA.indd 4 4/22/11 5:38 PM iSHARP SETIU iSHARP Setiu CONSTRUCTION SITE Vision of The Future SEA WATER PUMP STATION ONSHORE PIPE LINE SITE OFFICE PHASE 1 432ha PHASE 2 568ha OFFSHORE PIPE LINE Thailand With the first 1,000 ha iSHARP being constructed in Setiu, Terengganu, iSHARP Setiu represents a unique public-private partnership and has the capacity to consistently produce 10,000 tonnes of L. Vannamei iSHARP Setiu, (white leg shrimp) for the global market. Terengganu Supported by an on-site processing plant equipped with the latest freezing technologies, iSHARP Setiu will be able to meet the standards and the requirements of the premium market producing fully certified, fully traceable, and safe shrimps consistently and at volume. At iSHARP Setiu, a cluster of small to medium enterprises will be catalyzed as they are able to leverage the controlled and biosecure facilities to produce shrimps and meet all stringent criteria set by the export market. It will also act as a catalyst for Singapore growth in rural space, providing for more than 1,200 job opportunities. Corporate Brochure 2011 FA.indd 5 4/22/11 5:38 PM Our Winning Edge Our secret for high global standard shrimps with excellent taste and texture is our on-site advanced processing plant that maintains harvest freshness. Farmed through sustainable means, it offers premium taste and freshness, with consistent colour and yield. In short, from harvest to home, pond to plate, our produce is fully traceable and environmentally friendly. Product Traceability From hatchery to processing, stringent biosecurity standards are adopted to maintain peak quality and ensure excellent traceability. Quick Transfer from Farm to Processing Plant Within an hour, harvested shrimps are transported from our farm to the processing plant and frozen to -20°C. This ensures minimal environmental exposure to the shrimp, hence retaining the highest product freshness possible, even after it is frozen. Full Strength Seawater Culture for Tastier Shrimp Full strength Seawater Culture for tastier shrimps. The water is channeled into the farm by a 2.8km seawater system and discharged to the river after a series of retention and treatment ponds ensuring the local environment remains unaffected. All Natural, without Antibiotics and Hormones Our shrimps are chemical free with no antibiotics or hormones. Not only are they safe for consumption, our high quality water also enhances their taste and our farming techniques preserve their natural texture. Fully Lined Ponds and Ideal Weather for Consistent Supply and Quality Malaysia’s tropical climate allows for continuous shrimp farming. This is an advantage as we can practice staggered stocking and carry out harvesting plans for our live shrimps. These factors are vital in delivering consistent yield, size and quality in produce, while allowing for more production cycles per pond. It also ensures that the shrimp colour is dark and consistent all year round. Corporate Brochure 2011 FA.indd 6 4/22/11 5:38 PM Enhancing Our Core Competencies Our philosophy is that the man closest to the shrimp must be the most knowledgeable. Which is precisely why Blue Archipelago has implemented a training program to arm workers with vital skills and knowledge in shrimp aquaculture that meets world standards. Upon completion, successful participants of the program will receive a Certificate in Shrimp Aquaculture (CISA). The four-level CISA which is equivalent to a diploma is a carefully designed program in collaboration with Universiti Putra Malaysia. Supported by Malaysian government bodies such as the Northern Corridor Implementation Authority and the Department of Fisheries, it has been recognized by the Malaysian Ministry of Human Resources. In recognition of our efforts to develop our human capital, Blue Archipelago was awarded the “MSC Malaysia HR Achievement Bronze Award 2010”, by the Malaysian Institute of Human Resource Management. Corporate Brochure 2011 FA.indd 7 4/22/11 5:38 PM BACA: 4Es for the Community The Blue Archipelago Community Alliance (BACA) is our way of giving back to the community, particularly in areas that we operate from. Our initiatives are supported by the four pillars known as the 4Es. ETHICAL ENGAGEMENT Conducting all business ethically, whilst protecting, sustaining and enhancing both human and natural resources for the future. ECOLOGY & ENVIRONMENT Adhering to stringent quality assurance measures and operation techniques to ensure environmental sustainability. EDUCATION Focusing on nurturing young talents through sponsorship, training “aquapreneurs”, and collaborating in aquaculture industry research programs. ESSENTIALS Practicing “sharing and caring” by improving the standard of living in the communities we operate from. Corporate Brochure 2011 FA.indd 8 4/22/11 5:38 PM