Ocean Shell is the worldās leading shell materials business. We are proud to introduce our LumĆ©a range of natural eco-ethical shell materials.
We supply to wholesale and commercial customers around the globe.
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Stewart Island, New Zealand
LumĆ©a is the worldās largest supplier of seashells from the South Pacific.
What Our Clients Say
"I have worked with Ocean Shell for over twenty years. Their can-do attitude, combined with high quality production and attention to detail, make them a pleasure to deal with."
"The reason why we continue to buy MOP from you is for a number of reasons. First of all, the friendship and trust that has been between us for the last 20 years (your Father, Uncle and yourself) Secondly you are a very reliable source, I have always received a positive response from your team over the last 20 years and even if the situation was urgent, you guys have always supported me. Thirdly your material has a consistent quality, this is very important for me."
"Lumea products represent the best quality and the best result in terms of product research and development for a difficult market and demanding customers. Anyway, here you can also find a family atmosphere and a team of people who work seriously to achieve goals and satisfy customers in line with a modern vision of sustainability and respect for the environment."
"We enjoy working with the team at Ocean Shell for many reasons: 1) Their products are exquisite, the best and most colorful we have found on the market; 2) They are very responsive to our questions and ideas; 3) We collaborate together to find the best product options for our company; and 4) Theyāre helpful in navigating importing and customs documentation. Overall, Ocean Shell is one of our best suppliers!"
"Just to say a big thank you to everybody involved for the Shell Sheets which have turned up safely and are super! Will be experimenting with the āPink Pauaā especially very soon."
"Lumea have been one of our most reliable and trusted suppliers for several years now - we absolutely love their shell veneers which are great quality and come in a wide range of colours and finishes. Lumea also source their shell products in a responsible way which is very important to us. They have a friendly customer service team who have been very accommodating and happy to work with us on custom orders. We would thoroughly recommend!"
"Ocean Shell continue to deliver us quality shell products project after project. The team process then dispatches our orders quickly & with a smile"
"I've been working with Ocean Shell for the past 20 years to my utmost satisfaction. Bruce and his devoted team gather or develop beautiful products and are very helpful in designing new projects. With their help we have supplied local craftsmen as well as the biggest luxury brand in Europe. Always with quality and reliability. Thank you, guys!"
"Ocean Shell staff have always been more than helpful in making the effort to find for me the most beautiful, special Paua pieces I need to create my jewellery, the results are truly inspiring."
"Ocean Shellās PÄua and MOP Veneers are a key component in our lures. The quality, range and service is second to none."
Tell us about your project...
Your project is unique, so we provide personalised advice before delivering worldwide from our studio in New Zealand.
LumĆ©a products are made from natural shell with a variety of factors that affect form and function. If you canāt find the right product from within our range, then talk to us about our custom design service. We love to experiment and collaborate with our partners to create unique solutions.