Bioculture (Mauritius) Ltd
Bioculture (Mauritius) Ltd is the founding company of the Bioculture Group, a world leader in the ethical breeding and export of Specific Pathogen Free (SPF) cynomolgus macaques (Macaca fascicularis) for biomedical research.
About Bioculture Mauritius
Founded in 1985 by Mary-Ann and Owen Griffiths
Company History
Bioculture (Mauritius) Ltd was established to create an ethical, sustainable, and scientifically reliable source of NHPs for global biomedical research. The company pioneered SPF breeding in the Indian Ocean region, combining animal welfare principles with genetic management and veterinary excellence.
Role within the Bioculture Group
Bioculture Mauritius serves as the Group’s core breeding and export center, ensuring the highest welfare, health, and traceability standards across every animal destined for research.
Its operations form the first phase of the Group’s Care to Cure value chain, connecting responsible breeding with the scientific needs of U.S. and international research institutions.
Facilities Overview
Located in a secure, environmentally managed area of Mauritius, the company’s facilities include SPF colonies, quarantine zones, veterinary laboratories & behavioral enrichment units designed for animal health, socialization & biosecurity.
our Services
Bioculture Mauritius specializes in breeding SPF cynomolgus macaques for use in biomedical and pharmaceutical research.
Animals are housed in social groups, raised under welfare-focused husbandry & supported by data driven management.
– SPF colonies only.
- Pathogen screening for major zoonotic & simian diseases.
- Genetic profiling & pedigree tracking for colony management.
- Continuous veterinary monitoring & behavioral assessment.
- Full-time veterinary & technical staff on-site.
- Preventive health care programs, environmental enrichment & nutrition management.
- ISO-aligned data recording & health reporting systems.
Bioculture’s facilities in Mauritius are designed to balance welfare, biosecurity, and operational efficiency.
Every enclosure provides space, light, and social interaction, supporting physical and psychological wellbeing.
SPF Colony Units
Multiple independent units preventing cross-contamination.
Quarantine & Nursery Areas
Controlled environments for animal development and acclimation.
Veterinary Hospital & Laboratory
Equipped for diagnostics, pathology, and health monitoring.
Research Support Infrastructure
Secure holding areas for pre-export preparation and welfare review.
Standards & Certifications
Bioculture Mauritius operates under stringent international welfare and research standards to ensure consistency, credibility, and ethical assurance.
Industry Certifications
- AAALAC International – Accreditation for animal care and use.
- Mauritian Ministry of Agro-Industry License – Regulated breeding and export authority.
- CITES Compliance – Certified under the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species.
Compliance Standards
- Follows USDA, CDC, and OECD welfare and research frameworks.
- Adheres to the 3Rs Principle (Replacement, Reduction, Refinement) in all operations.
Quality Assurance Protocols
- Routine audits and external welfare inspections.
- Health certification issued prior to every export.
- Full traceability via digital colony and logistics tracking systems.
Contact Bioculture (Mauritius) Ltd
For NHP supply inquiries, compliance documentation, or partnership discussions, please contact our Mauritius office directly.
- +230 217 2735
- www.bioculturegroup.com
- Pailles, Mauritius
- info@bioculturegroup.com
