Lluvia Limited, a subsidiary of Capital Diamond Star Group (CDSG), is one of Myanmar’s foremost integrated food manufacturers and distributors. Headquartered in Yangon, Lluvia has earned national recognition as a leader in the flour milling, baking ingredient supply, and packaged food sectors. Leveraging CDSG’s longstanding distribution infrastructure and market reputation, Lluvia continues to shape the future of Myanmar’s food industry with trusted brands and high-quality products.
Company Overview
Lluvia Limited is a vertically integrated food company operating under CDSG, one of Myanmar’s largest conglomerates. The company plays a pivotal role in the production, processing, and distribution of essential food commodities, particularly wheat flour and bakery ingredients, across retail, wholesale, and industrial channels throughout Myanmar.
Established as part of CDSG’s strategic expansion into the FMCG and agribusiness sectors, Lluvia’s mission is to provide quality, affordable, and safe food products that meet both local demand and international standards.
Core Business and Offerings
Lluvia’s diversified product portfolio is divided into the following major categories:
Wheat Flour
- Diamond Star: Premium-grade multipurpose wheat flour for both industrial and household use
- Rocket: High-strength flour ideal for traditional bread and steamed bun applications
- Done Pyan: Affordable flour brand optimized for value-oriented markets
Baking Ingredients
- Shortening and Margarine: Used by bakeries and foodservice companies for dough conditioning and lamination
- Cake Gel and Flavors: Specialized formulations to improve texture and aroma
- Yeasts and Improvers: Tailored to Myanmar’s tropical baking conditions
Packaged Foods
- Instant Coffee and powdered beverages
- Snack foods including biscuits and cookies
- Collaborations with other CDSG subsidiaries to deliver value-added food items in retail and HORECA segments
Unique Selling Proposition (USP)
Lluvia distinguishes itself through:
- Integrated value chain from flour milling to finished food goods
- Own-label brands with high consumer trust
- Wide distribution coverage reaching over 90% of urban Myanmar and a growing rural presence
- Localized R&D that adapts product specifications to Myanmar's climate, consumer habits, and baking methods
As part of CDSG, Lluvia also benefits from one of Myanmar’s strongest logistics infrastructures, including warehouse hubs, cold chain capabilities, and proprietary retail touchpoints.
Financial and Operational Strength
Lluvia operates at a considerable industrial scale:
- Flour production capacity exceeds 1,500 metric tons per day
- Workforce of 1,000+ employees across production, R&D, sales, and logistics
- Distribution to 20,000+ retail points and 600+ wholesale partners
- Integrated with CDSG’s GDP-ranked top 5 conglomerate network
Lluvia's financial performance is backed by internal capital from CDSG and strong demand for staple commodities in Myanmar’s growing middle-class economy.
Export and Shipment Record
While primarily focused on the domestic market, Lluvia is also exploring export opportunities:
- Products registered and compliant with ASEAN food safety regulations
- Pilot exports of baking ingredients and packaged snacks to Cambodia, Laos, and Bangladesh
- Average monthly outbound trial shipments: 2–4 containers
Logistics are supported through Yangon Port and regional overland routes with customs partnerships for food-grade exports.
Target Markets
Lluvia Limited serves a broad spectrum of customers:
- Bakeries and commercial food producers
- Retailers and supermarkets
- Institutional buyers such as hotels, restaurants, and canteens
- Individual consumers through smaller pack sizes and neighborhood shops
Its multi-brand strategy allows segmentation across premium, mainstream, and budget consumer segments.
Manufacturing and Technical Capabilities
Lluvia’s flour mills and food processing units are outfitted with:
- Swiss Buhler milling technology
- Automated blending and packaging lines
- In-house QC labs for microbial testing, moisture analysis, and protein profiling
- Product development center to innovate SKUs aligned with market trends
Processes are optimized for energy efficiency and food safety in Myanmar’s climate conditions.
Certifications and Compliance
Lluvia complies with international and national food safety standards:
- ISO 22000: Food Safety Management
- HACCP certified processes
- FDA (Myanmar) registration for all major SKUs
- Regular third-party audits and internal compliance checks
All export-ready batches are supported with:
- Certificate of Origin
- Sanitary and phytosanitary (SPS) certificates
- Halal certification for relevant products
Customer Testimonials
“Lluvia’s Diamond Star flour has become a staple for our bakery business. Reliable, consistent quality and support from their sales team.”
— Bakery Chain Owner, Mandalay
“With Done Pyan, we’re able to offer affordable products in rural markets without compromising on product quality.”
— FMCG Distributor, Shan State
Key Achievements
- Dominant market share in Myanmar’s industrial flour sector
- Successfully launched Done Pyan brand to capture mass market in 2019
- Collaborated with local NGOs for food support during COVID-19 pandemic
- Recipient of Best Food Supply Chain Partner award by Myanmar Retailers Association (2022)
- Ongoing expansion into nutrient-enriched flour for school feeding programs
Lluvia Limited remains at the forefront of Myanmar’s food manufacturing sector, blending scale, trust, and innovation to feed the nation—and soon, the region—with high-quality, locally produced essentials.