CLAS

Algae grown in the sea absorbs both toxins and heavy metals from the water, which can affect the quality of the finished product. In Xomas’s closed system, algae are grown under controlled conditions where water quality is carefully regulated, ensuring that no toxins or heavy metals are present in the water or in the final product. Xoma’s algae are therefore safe to consume, unlike sea-cultured algae which require caution when consumed. The system also allows nutrients to be added to the water and adapted to the customer’s need. 

Land-based cultivation eliminates the seasonality that characterizes sea-based production. In the sea, algae are often planted in the fall and harvested in the spring, while summer production often suffers from contamination and fouling. This meaning the algae are no longer classified as food. Xoma’s technology enables the continuous cultivation and supply of fresh algae all year around, unaffected by factors such as weather conditions and emissions. 

Xoma uses containers as cultivation unit to offer a modular and scalable solution that can be transported and established globally. The concept makes it possible to move production from the sea and grow algae almost anywhere in the world. By locating the cultivation facilities close to production or processing facilities – logistics costs and CO2 emissions from transportation can be significantly reduced. The system also eliminates the need for marine areas, meaning they do not compete with fishing, tourism or other marine activities. 

Xoma’s modular system can be adapted and scaled up as needed, making it flexible for different geographical areas and production volumes. 

Xoma provides fully-equipped cultivation facilities to customers, including farmers and participants in the food production sector. These ready-to-operate sites are integrated with CLAS technology, enabling immediate operational efficiency.

Harvested weekly, the algae from our CLAS technology ensure a continuous stream for our client. With growth rates reaching 50-60% daily for certain algae, the production capacity is exceptionally high, empowering our clients to meet the soaring global demand for sustainable algae products. 

Xoma distributes the technology and expertise to producers of cultivated algae for food wholesalers with further processing into various food and health products. This strategy enhances the algae’s value and expands the market reach for Xoma’s offerings.