Moindou Prawn Farm

Moindou, located on the western coast of Grande Terre, is home to a world-class aquaculture industry focusing on the cultivation of the Blue Prawn (Litopenaeus stylirostris). These unique crustaceans are highly prized in the international culinary world for their distinct blue color, firm texture, and sweet flavor. As New Caledonia's second-largest export sector after nickel mining, the prawn farms in Moindou are vital to the territory's economic diversification. The farming operations utilize sustainable, low-density aquaculture methods that take advantage of the pristine lagoon waters, ensuring a high-quality product that meets the stringent standards of the Japanese and French gourmet markets. Visitors to the Moindou area will notice large expanses of saltwater ponds integrated into the coastal plains, reflecting a sophisticated balance between industrial production and environmental stewardship. This sector provides significant employment and remains a source of pride for the local community, showcasing New Caledonia's ability to produce world-renowned sustainable seafood.

Nearby cities

Vallée du Tir

Vallée du Tir is a popular and historical district of Nouméa, located near the harbor.

Nouméa

Nouméa is the capital and largest city of New Caledonia, situated on a peninsula in the southwest of the main island.

Dumbéa

Dumbéa is a rapidly growing suburb of Nouméa and part of the Great Nouméa metropolitan area.

Kone Economic Pole

Kone has developed into the primary economic hub of the North Province.

Koné

Koné is the capital of the North Province and a vital center for the nickel industry in the north.

Thio

Thio is considered the cradle of nickel mining in New Caledonia, located on the southeast coast.

Païta Pioneer District

Païta is known for its history as the first major settlement outside Nouméa.

Païta

Païta is located west of Nouméa and hosts the territory's primary international airport.

Kouaoua

Kouaoua is a mining town on the east coast famous for having one of the world's longest conveyor belts.

Houaïlou

Houaïlou is a town on the east coast known for its lychee cultivation and mining tradition.

Poindimié

Poindimié is the most important economic and administrative center on the northeast coast of the main island.

Canala

Canala is a historical center of nickel mining on the east coast of New Caledonia.

Pouembout

Pouembout is a growing town in the North Province, closely linked to the development of Koné.

Rivière-Salée

Rivière-Salée is a large residential district in northern Nouméa, named after the local 'salty river'.

Bourail

Bourail is a significant town on the west coast, known for its cattle ranching and tourist attractions.

History & landmarks

Nouméa City Hall

The city hall of Nouméa is housed in a prominent building located at the edge of the Place des Cocotiers.

Koné City Hall

The city hall of Koné is the administrative center of the North Province of New Caledonia.

Old Moindou Post Office

This small, well-preserved colonial building served as a post office in the rural area during the 19th century.

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Fort Teremba

A former military fort and penal colony in Moindou, established in 1871.

More places

Ducos

Ducos is the primary industrial and commercial zone of Nouméa, located on its own peninsula.

Doniambo

Doniambo is the industrial heart of Nouméa, home to the massive SLN nickel smelter.

Grandes Fougères Provincial Park

A tropical rainforest park near Farino, known for its giant tree ferns and diverse highland bird populations.

Col d'Amieu

The Col d'Amieu is an important mountain pass connecting the west coast with the east coast in the center of the island.