Smart Hatchery Operations
Continuous monitoring supports stable conditions throughout sensitive lobster development stages.
From hatchery to market
Project SILAC
Semporna Integrated Lobster Aquaculture Centre—advancing Malaysia's Blue Economy through sustainable lobster aquaculture and biotechnology.
The Opportunity
From Wild Dependency to Sustainable Production
The future of the lobster industry depends on producing more efficiently while protecting the marine environment. Dunia Lobster Semporna is developing an integrated model designed to reduce dependence on traditional wild seed supply through controlled hatchery production and scientific management.
By combining broodstock management, larval production, puerulus development, nursery systems and marine grow-out, we are building a complete pathway from hatchery to market.
Produce better. Grow sustainably. Scale responsibly.
Strategic Location
Why Sabah
Sabah is one of Malaysia's most significant fisheries and marine-resource regions. Its nutrient-rich tropical waters, extensive coastline, favourable oceanographic conditions and established fisheries industry create strong foundations for high-value marine aquaculture.
Its strategic maritime location provides access to regional seafood markets, while investment in aquaculture, biotechnology and rural development creates opportunities for skilled employment, innovation and long-term regional value.
The Coral Triangle
Why Semporna
Semporna is internationally recognised for pristine coastal waters, exceptional biodiversity and a strategic position within the Coral Triangle. Stable tropical temperatures, suitable salinity and strong marine productivity support tropical spiny lobster development.
Project SILAC combines these natural advantages with engineering, scientific management and knowledge transfer to establish Semporna as a recognised centre for sustainable lobster production and marine biotechnology.
Project Location
Timbun Mata Island
The largest island on the southern side of Darvel Bay, Timbun Mata extends more than 26 kilometres and rises to 620 metres at Mount Tannabalu. Its location near Semporna places Project SILAC within a distinctive working marine landscape.
Project Film
See Project SILAC in Motion
Select play to explore the vision, location and development approach behind the integrated aquaculture centre.
Technology Meets the Ocean
Smart Integrated Lobster Aquaculture
Biotechnology & Research
Research strengthens broodstock management, nutrition, live-feed production and survival rates.
Digital Traceability
QR identification, batch management and digital records support traceability throughout production.
Water Quality Management
Filtration, sterilisation, circulation and monitoring systems help maintain optimal hatchery conditions.