Noumi Limited: Pioneering a Healthier Tomorrow through Cellular Agriculture
Noumi is an Australian company driven by its purpose of Imagining a Healthier Tomorrow. From its beginnings in 1984 as a small business specialising in plant-based milks, Noumi has grown to become a global Australian company with more than $500m in revenue across its diverse range of dairy and plant milk beverages, as well as cutting-edge nutritional protein ingredients and sports supplements.
Noumi unites top-tier research and development, operations and commercial teams to deliver products and ingredients to local consumers and suppliers around the world. State-of-the-art facilities across New South Wales and Victoria bring unique capabilities that add value to the highest quality ingredients that Australian primary producers have to offer. Our long-term partnerships with Noumi farmers and suppliers ensure premium Australian ingredients for high-quality products that provide healthier choices from Australian farms to consumers around the world.
Noumi sees Cellular Agriculture as one of the critical technologies in helping to provide sustainable and nutritious food to the world’s consumers.
Noumi's Journey and Current Portfolio
Today, Noumi’s portfolio of strong brands, modern manufacturing and global markets coverage provide a strong foundation for Noumi’s future investment and growth. Several key Noumi highlights include:
- Australia’s largest UHT milk processor and largest exporter of UHT milk
- Noumi’s flagship brand, Milklab, is the leading café plant milk brand in Australia and growing popularity in over 20 global markets including Indonesia, Philippines, Vietnam, Malaysia, China, Singapore, South Africa and UAE.
- Noumi is a global leader in the production, sales and distribution of Native Lactoferrin, a highly valuable dairy protein with proven health benefits across all life stages.
- Leader in Sports Nutrition with a portfolio of brands and products
Driving Sustainability and Innovation in Cellular Agriculture
Noumi's commitment to ESG is embedded within Noumi’s "Healthier Tomorrow Plan" which was launched in FY22. The plan aims to deliver sustainable future growth across all aspects of its operations and encompasses Healthier Lifestyles, Healthier Planet and Healthier workplace. The four core areas under Noumi’s ‘Healthier Planet’ commitment include: Waste and Packaging, Energy and Climate, Sustainable Water Usage and Sustainable agriculture.
A key component of Noumi's ESG strategy is the use of Precision Fermentation to produce PUREnFERRIN® Lactoferrin. This not only ensures a sustainable source of this valuable protein but also enhances Noumi’s ability to create lactoferrin-containing therapeutic products. Collaborative research with the University of Newcastle and Monash University has been instrumental in this endeavour. These partnerships have driven research into the application of lactoferrin in consumer products, particularly those aimed at improving immune system health and addressing COVID-19 infection concerns.
Noumi's Unique Strengths and Growth Plans
Noumi's dedication to producing lactoferrin via Precision Fermentation places them at the forefront of food protein biotechnology and nutrition science. They are pioneers in the development and working towards commercialisation of this technology, ensuring a sustainable and environmentally neutral source of lactoferrin. This innovative approach positions Noumi to lead the dairy protein Precision Fermentation sector in Australia, a sector that is projected to be worth up to $10 billion by 2030, according to CSIRO.
Additionally, their efforts have significant potential for the development of lactoferrin-containing products aimed at preventing or mitigating viral illnesses, including COVID-19. As the pandemic continues to affect the global community, these products could generate substantial population health benefits. Noumi's role in advancing the production of lactoferrin is instrumental in ensuring the success of these product developments, aligning with their mission to create a healthier tomorrow.
Acknowledging the Importance of Cellular Agriculture of Australia's Sponsors
Noumi Limited's partnership with Cellular Agriculture of Australia (CAA) is a testament to their dedication to innovation, sustainability, and advancing the field of cellular agriculture. As a leading Australian company, Noumi's involvement in cutting-edge research and production of essential dairy proteins like lactoferrin showcases their commitment to shaping a healthier and more sustainable future. CAA's sponsors, including Noumi, play a pivotal role in supporting and driving the progress of cellular agriculture, and their contributions are invaluable. Noumi extends their thanks to CAA and the other sponsors, for joining them in their pivotal role in fostering a brighter and healthier tomorrow for all of us.
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