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Sustainability Awards finalists revealed at Asia’s biggest mid-year fine jewellery event
Twenty-one entries from 15 sustainability champions across eight countries and regions have advanced to the finals of the Sustainability Awards 2024 by JWA (Jewellery World Awards), Informa Markets Jewellery revealed today at Jewellery & Gem ASIA Hong Kong’s (JGA) Media Gathering at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre (HKCEC).   more

South India's Jewellery Prowess Shines at Hyderabad Jewellery Pearl & Gem Fair 2024, featuring over 200,000 designs
The 16th edition of the Hyderabad Jewellery Pearl & Gem Fair (HJF), organised by Informa Markets in India, successfully concluded at HITEX, Hyderabad. HJF 2024 stood out as a premier event, featuring over 350 exhibitors and showcasing more than 750 brands across a sprawling 120,000+   more

JCK 2024 Maintains its Reign as the #1 Jewelry Show
JCK, solidifying its position as the most important global gathering for the jewelry trade, concludes its 2024 edition on a high note. Considered the “Super Bowl” of the jewelry industry, JCK continues to set the tone, the trends, and the mood for the jewelry industry for the year to come. 30,000 industry professionals from all facets of the jewelry industry joined JCK and Luxury for a week of product sourcing, education, and networking. The industry continued to gather   more

High jewellery and precious gems to launch in Hong Kong this month
World-class jewellers and gemstone suppliers will be out in full force at Asia’s No. 1 mid-year B2B fine jewellery and gemstone marketplace, which is kicking off in Hong Kong this month, show organiser Informa Markets Jewellery announced. Taking over the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre (HKCEC)   more

Registration Opens for JCK 2024 in Las Vegas
JCK, the most important jewelry buying experience globally, operated by RX, has opened registration today for the highly anticipated 2024 event, returning to The Venetian Expo & The Venetian Resort. As the industry’s most renowned jewelry trade event in the world, uniting the industry in Las Vegas for over 30 years, JCK is the place the industry convenes   more

SRK Exports Founder Govindbhai Dholakia elected Surat Diamond Bourse [SDB] Chairman
Surat Diamond Bourse the largest office complex and diamond center in the world has recently been witnessing turbulent times especially after the mega launch of SDB by Prime Minister of India Narendra Modi. SDB was helmed by Vallabhbhai Lakahni, Founder Kiran Gems who was instrumental in making SDB a   more

GIA’s 7th Annual Jewelry Design Competition Celebrates Emerging Talent
Recognizing the outstanding talent of GIA (Gemological Institute of America) jewelry design students from around the world globally, the Institute recently awarded the seventh Gianmaria Buccellati Foundation Award for Excellence in Jewelry Design. The award, created with the Gianmaria Buccellati Foundation in 2018, was presented during the annual GIA   more

#IJS #IDGPS – Strong Comeback of Twin Jewellery Shows @HKCEC & @AWE
Exciting News! The Hong Kong International Diamond, Gem & Pearl Show and Hong Kong International Jewellery Show come back again this year!
!!Skip the Queue!!
REGISTER and VERIFY your buyer badge now for hassle-free entry to the fair!   more

INHORGENTA anniversary program
From history into the future
BOLD is not only the motto for the new look for INHORGENTA, taking place in Munich from February 16 to 19, 2024, but also for its supporting program. In its anniversary year, it is more extensive than ever: whether in the Trendfactory, the Experience Hub with the Watch Talks, the redesigned Recruiting Area, and many other activities in,   more

A BRAND BY EZARA JEWELS CELAVO
Lab Grown Diamond Jewellery
Celavo, A Brand By EZARA JEWELS has grown to be one of the most trusted lab-grown diamond jewelry brands in India by offering a wide array of lab-grown diamond jewelry to cater to a variety of needs in B2B. All our diamonds range between 0.01 To 4 carats, and are affordable and eco-friendly.   more

Despite Headwinds, Cartier-Scion Jean Dousset Says
The Future Is Set In Lab-Grown Diamonds
Recent controversies have rocked the lab-grown diamond industry. It’s given mined-diamond industry insiders hope that their dominance is secure and that the disruptive incursion of man-made, lab-grown diamonds (LGD) into their jewelry dominion can be thwarted. Yet, there are always bumps along the way   more

Surat based Diamantaire joyfully presents the mukut with immense reverence for Ram Lalla's Idol at Ram Mandir Pran Pratishtha Ceremony
On the occassion of the historic Pran Pratistha ceremony at the Ram Janmabhoomi temple, the divine child Ram Lalla received a breathtaking crown, handcrafted in Surat. This dazzling gift, a symbol of devotion and meticulous craftsmanship, comes from   more

Hon’ble PM Shri Narendra Modi inaugurates Bharat Ratnam Mega Common Facility Centre (CFC) in SEEPZ Mumbai for gem & jewellery Industry
Today signifies a momentous occasion as the esteemed Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi inaugurated the commencement of the Bharat Ratnam Mega CFC at the SEEPZ SEZ in Mumbai in virtual mode (remotely). This momentous event is a testament to the Government's   more

G7 Ban on Russian Diamond Imports from January - Statement by GJEPC Chairman Vipul Shah
The recent statement from G7 leaders, informing of a decision to impose direct import restrictions on Russian-origin diamonds effective January 1, 2024, and on diamonds processed by third countries from March 1, 2024, while not surprising, raises valid concerns for the Indian Gems and Jewellery trade.   more

India Jewellery Designers Forum 2023 - A Huge success
‘Design as an element in business is of immense value. In today’s robust global economic framework all businesses understand the power and financial value of a good design. In this “Era of Design” successful brands seem to really value design and utilize it to secure a competitive advantage’ The Designers’ fraternity in India have played an important role in transforming the gems and jewellery   more

Gems & Jewellery Exports could witness a fall of up to 15%
The Gems & Jewellery exports from India comprising Precious Metals Jewellery as well as Polished Diamond Exports could fall upto 15% this fiscal compared to YOY results said Vipul Shah, Chairman, GJEPC. Attributing this fall to economic volatility, ongoing Russia – Ukraine war and slump in two major markets that    more

JGTD returns for third edition with richer showcase of product diversity and innovation
Further solidifying its distinctive position as a top-tier destination for B2B sourcing worldwide, Jewellery, Gem & Technology in Dubai (JGTD) is returning for its third edition with new pavilions and an enhanced selection of products   more

Gembridge customers co-create jewellery with some of the world’s best designers
Customers of digital gemstone marketplace Gembridge can now design jewellery directly with a diverse range of world-class designers and artisans around the world, from New York to Geneva, Beirut to Bangkok. Vatche Aghjayan, the New York-based designer and one of America’s top jewellers, has created a statement ring with a Gembridge customer in Asia.   more

VICENZAORO SEPTEMBER 2023, IEG: GOLD AND JEWELLERY ALREADY SOLD OUT
Vicenzaoro is all sold out for the September edition. The gold, jewellery and watch community’s most eagerly awaited event in Europe will be back from 8th to 12th September with the entire exhibition area of Italian Exhibition Group's Vicenza Expo Centre already fully-booked as of June. IEG's b2b trade show will bring the sector’s present and future to   more

Industry faces new challenges in post-COVID world, CIBJO President tells pearl conference in Zhuji
With the world finally emerging from the restrictions imposed during the COVID crisis, the jewellery industry is now required to compete without certain of the strategic advantages it had during the pandemic, and this is occurring during a period of economic slowdown in many regions,   more

OROAREZZO: WHERE INTERNATIONAL BUYERS AND RETAILERS MEET MADE IN ITALY DESIGN, INNOVATION AND SUSTAINABILITY
Jewelry ideas take shape at Oroarezzo, the event dedicated to the best Italian gold, silver and jewellery manufacturing for the design and development of unique creations and private labels, a segment shown to be increasing considerably in the luxury   more

MIT, DANAT establish research collaboration on pearl identification
MIT and The Bahrain Institute for Pearls & Gemstones (DANAT) have established a research collaboration to develop advanced characterization tools for the analysis of the properties of pearls and to explore technologies to assign unique identifiers to individual pearls. The three-year project will be led by Admir Mašić, associate professor of Civil   more

GJEPC Presents India Advantage at the Hong Kong Show
On the sidelines of the ongoing 39th HKTDC Hong Kong International Jewellery Show and 9th HKTDC Hong Kong International Diamond, Gem & Pearl Show, GJEPC organised an Event and Discussion on INDIA ADVANTAGE in the august presence of His Excellency Mr. Pradeep Kumar Rawat (Hon. Ambassador of India,   more

The Jewelry of Economy Shines
Türkiye’s exports grow unabated despite the setbacks in global supply chain that deeply affect the entire world, the Russian-Ukrainian war, and energy crisis. ‘Jewelry Sector’ holds an important position in respect of export products. While the jewelry sector performed 5 billion 855 million dollars of exports in 2022, the gold and silver exports increased by 7% and stone jewelry exports grew by   more

A Sustainable Glow at the Jewelry Show
Istanbul Jewelry Show bases its sustainability work on 3 fundamental points: helping the jewelry sector by inspiring sustainable development, making the fair more environmentally sensitive every single day, and organizing the fair by fulfilling social responsibilities. The fair provides   more

Hon’ble Karnataka Minister Dr. Murugesh R. Nirani inaugurates the 1st Edition of IIJS Tritiya
India’s apex body, The Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC) presents India International Jewellery Show - IIJS Tritiya – in Southern India at the Bangalore International Exhibition Centre (BIEC) from 17th to 20th March 2023 – a month prior to Akshaya Tritiya,   more

Jewellery, Gem & Technology in Dubai roars back with 20% growth in buyer numbers
Jewellery, Gem & Technology in Dubai (JGTD) saw a year-over-year 20% boost in buyer attendance throughout its three-day run, driven by an influx of new and returning buyers from 95 countries and regions. Held from 12 to 14 February at the Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC), the B2B   more

IEG, VICENZAORO JANUARY: THE RECORD EDITION EXCEEDS EXPECTATIONS
A record edition that exceeds the already high expectations of the evening before the start, files away the most difficult years and looks to the sector’s future with total optimism. This is Vicenzaoro January 2023, which closes today at Vicenza Expo Center.   more

The Diamond Synthesisers - by Nina Notman
Nina Notman takes a whistle-stop tour of the synthetic diamond industry and learns about some of the applications its lab-grown diamonds are being used for: The Imperial State Crown took centre stage during Queen Elizabeth II’s lying in state and funeral. Atop her coffin it somehow looked even more majestic than   more

Dharmaj Technologies
Break through Solutions for Diamond Faceting based on AI Technology
Bharat Kotadia, Chief of R&D & Partner, Dharmaj Technologies speaks on the cutting edge tech products and the highly skilled team.
Please tell us about the cutting edge infrastructure and latest Technology that is being used in your factory?   more

Lab-Created Diamond Sales Reaching New Heights in US
Industry analyst Edahn Golan presented data compiled from more than 1200 US jewellery stores at the Facets 2022 conference at the Antwerp World Diamond Centre. The data comes from Tenoris, a consultancy formed by Golan and National Jeweler publisher Chris Casey. According to Tenoris, lab-created   more

Lightbox Jewelry, the De Beers lab-created diamond jewellery brand, is planning to open physical stores in the US within the next two years
Lightbox is exploring the option of opening one or two own-brand brick-and-mortar stores in the US from 2024 onward in support of building the brand and plans to continue with e-commerce as a focus for the business within the next five years,” a filing in a UK corporate registry   more

New Lab Grown Diamond Jewellery launched by Taylor & Hart
The collection has been inspired by love and honours the treasured moments and precious bonds that people gather throughout their lives, making each piece an expression of love celebrating a milestone or loved individual. Three distinct capsules make up the jewellery collection, which includes earrings, bracelets and necklaces in 18ct yellow,   more

MONTSERRAT New York Unveils Denim, Lab-Grown Diamond Jewelry
Downtown New York's favorite brand , MONTSERRAT New York, is breaking into the denim market with the first drop of their Autumn Collection featuring their iconic Jet Set reimagined in the Classic American fabric. Along with this, the brand is also venturing into new mediums in their jewelry category with the launch of the Shoko Necklace,   more
ELEMENT SIX (E6) AND ORBRAY, ANNOUNCE STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIP
Tomorrow’s cutting-edge industrial applications across telecommunications, defense, and artificial intelligence (AI) will place unprecedented demands on power and energy efficiency. Enabling these technologies to reach their full potential requires novel material solutions. Synthetic diamond, thanks to its   more

IEG: OROAREZZO 2024, INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS IN ITALY’S TOP DISTRICT
In the Auditorium, institutional greetings from Maurizio Renzo Ermeti, president of Italian Exhibition Group, Alessandro Ghinelli, mayor of Arezzo, Alessandro Polcrì, president of the Province, Massimo Guasconi, president of the Arezzo-Siena Chamber of Commerce, and Ferrer Vannetti,   more

IJS hosted jewelery professionals from 139 countries
55th IJS (Istanbul Jewelry Show) organized by Informa Markets and sponsored by Elmas Kule, gathered the jewelry world at Istanbul Expo Center on 17-20 April 2024 under one roof. IJS where more than 1,500 brands from 16 countries including Türkiye exhibited, hosted more than 30,000 visitors from 139 countries in an area of 70 thousand square meters. In the   more

JGTD 2024 gathers momentum with debut of new country pavilions
Primed and ready to achieve new milestones in its new home this November, Jewellery, Gem & Technology in Dubai (JGTD) is further gaining momentum with 10+ exhibit zones, including four new country pavilions, showcasing quality suppliers from around the   more

Hong Kong calls: It’s time to get ready for Jewellery & Gem ASIA this June
New products, new innovations and new business opportunities await trade buyers at Asia’s premier mid-year B2B fine jewellery and gemstone sourcing event in Hong Kong this June, Informa Markets Jewellery announced today. Returning to the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre (HKCEC) from   more

IGI Expressions™ Names 9 Jewelry Design Champions from 1,500+ Submissions spanning 40 Countries
The International Gemological Institute (IGI), the world’s largest gemological organization, has announced the winners of the 2023-24 IGI Expressions™ Jewelry Design Competition. This year’s event enjoyed unprecedented response, attracting a total of 1,515 submissions from   more

MATTEO FARSURA APPOINTED ITALIAN EXHIBITION GROUP’S GLOBAL EXHIBITION MANAGER OF THE JEWELLERY & FASHION DIVISION
Passing of the baton within Italian Exhibition Group (IEG), Jewellery & Fashion Division. While the Global Exhibition Director of the Jewellery & Fashion division, While the Global Exhibition Director of the Jewellery & Fashion division, Marco   more

Final report
The start of international growth
For its 50th anniversary, INHORGENTA MUNICH presented itself fresher, more modern, more diverse, more international, and more high-profile than ever from February 16 to 19. The strong growth in exhibitor and visitor numbers shows: The new concept is a success. The focus for   more

LGD industry in China
Severe Competition & Mixed Sentiments
The LGD (Laboratory-Grown Diamond) industry in China faces severe competition. However, competition can stimulate innovation and allow some firms to thrive, while eliminating those that cannot adapt to change. Some wholesalers are also entering the retail market, further depressing retail prices. Brands that can evolve with the times, meet the needs of young people,   more

CIBJO releases guidance document outlining ESG principles for companies operating in the laboratory-grown diamond sector
The World Jewellery Confederation (CIBJO) has released a guidance document outlining environmental, social and governance (ESG) principles for companies primarily involved in the laboratory-grown diamond sector. Entitled “Environmental,   more

VICENZAORO JANUARY, IEG: THE NEXT 70 YEARS OF JEWELLERY START FROM 2024
The Jewellery Boutique Show, opens the 70th anniversary of the gold and jewellery event in Vicenza. From today until Tuesday 23rd January, Italian Exhibition Group's international show will host over 1,300 exhibiting brands from 37 countries occupying the entire Vicenza Expo Centre. Not only Made in Italy since 40% of the halls are occupied by    more

Third Edition of Nebu Gold & Jewelry Expo: A Glittering Success
This year's Nebu International Gold & Jewelry Expo was a resounding triumph, bringing together over 10,000 industry leaders, designers, and merchants under one roof. The event showcased breathtaking collections, highlighted emerging Egyptian designers, and provided a platform for networking and collaboration with over 50 exhibitors and international   more

GIA Alumni Collective, Mumbai Chapter Hosts an Insightful Evening during Bharat Diamond Week
GIA Alumni Collective, Mumbai Chapter hosted an insightful evening in which the attendees were enthralled by a conversation with Avnish Anand, CEO, CaratLane. The event, held at the Bharat Diamond Bourse, during the Bharat Diamond Week, brought together GIA alumni from diverse backgrounds and was followed by a networking meet.   more

Indian High Fashion & Jewellery Shine at GJEPC's 'Jewels UnBounded' in Hong Kong
The Gem and Jewellery Export Promotion Council of India (GJEPC), the apex trade organization dedicated to promoting Indian gem and jewellery exports worldwide, hosted a historic event - "Jewels UnBounded - a one-of-a-kind showcase in Hong Kong   more

International participation roars back at the biggest jewellery show in the world
The 40th edition of Jewellery & Gem WORLD Hong Kong (JGW) wrapped up on a triumphant note this past Sunday, 24 September – setting records as the city’s first event since the pandemic to witness the full resurgence of international participation. Widely recognised as the largest jewellery fair globally, with 3,417 exhibitors   more

50th anniversary—strong momentum
New hall structure for a brilliant future
INHORGENTA is positioning itself for a future-proof transformation with fresh concepts. Europe's leading platform for jewelry, watches and gemstones is experiencing a powerful and inspiring trading-up on its 50th anniversary in 2024. Part of this transformation is a new hall structure, fostering synergies and creating space   more

London Diamond Bourse – Practical Diamond Knowledge Workshop – CPD Certified
On June 12th the London Diamond Bourse announced the certification of their educational Practical Diamond Knowledge Workshop. Production of the course originally got underway back in 2021 and was officially launched in August 2022, since then there has been a steady stream of    more

DMCC ANNOUNCES REPRESENTATIVE OFFICE IN MUMBAI DURING TRADE ROADSHOW TO BOOST UAE-INDIA RELATIONS
DMCC – the world’s flagship free zone and Government of Dubai Authority on commodities trade and enterprise – has successfully concluded its Made For Trade Live trade roadshow last week in India. Throughout the roadshow, which covered the    more

The Watch & Jewellery Initiative 2030 appoints new industry and independent Board Members
The Watch & Jewellery Initiative 2030 (WJI 2030) announced today seven new Board Member appointments. Since its foundation, the Watch & Jewellery Initiative has been working diligently on a robust governance framework. Over the past six months, the organisation   more

Amazon Looks to Grow Diamonds in Bid to Boost Computer Networks
Amazon.com Inc. is teaming up with a unit of De Beers Group to grow artificial diamonds, betting that custom-made gems could could help revolutionize computer networks.  De Beers’s Element Six division will be working on the project with Amazon Web Services’ Center for Quantum Networking, a unit that’s seeking next-generation   more

JCK Announces 2023 Keynote Speaker & Over 60 JCK Talks Educational Sessions
JCK, the most important jewelry buying experience globally, operated by RX, is proud to announce “Johnny Cupcakes” as the 2023 Opening Keynote speaker in addition to an increased educational line-up of over 60+ JCK Talks and the all-new Social Media stage taking place at The Venetian Expo & The Venetian in   more

IIJS Premier 2023 to be organised in Dual venues: JIO World Convention Centre & NESCO
GJEPC announced today that it will be hosting the IIJS Premiere 2023 in Two different venues in Mumbai city. The show will run simultaneously held in NESCO Grounds Goregaon Mumbai as well as JIO World Convention centre Bandra Mumbai. The Show will be organized from the 3rd to 7th of August in the Jio Centre and from 4th to 8th August   more

Registration Now Open for World Diamond Congress
The World Federation of Diamond Bourses (WFDB) has announced that registration is now open for the 40th World Diamond Congress, which will take place in Ramat Gan, Israel from March 28 – 30, 2023. The World Diamond Congress, the WFDB’s most important event, convenes representatives of the 29 member bourses as well as leaders of the   more

World Jewellery Confederation to launch CIBJO Academy, to educate industry and public about standards and terminology
World Jewellery Confederation President Gaetano Cavalieri has announced the establishment of the CIBJO Academy, which will be responsible for the preparation and delivery of educational programmes and materials, suitable for jewellery professionals and the    more

Real Illusion LLP
On the cutting Edge Infrastructure:
Real Illusion houses state of the art and latest Infrastructure and Machinery to compliment the highest quality products created by us. The Lab grown Industry has grown tremendously compared to what it was around 5 years back. With the evolution and ground breaking technology that is a constant feature in the setor,   more

HRD Antwerp announces the winners of the 18th HRD Design Awards at Vicenzaoro
In the fully packed Teatro Palladio at Vicenzaoro, the reinvented design competition came to its conclusion with the announcement of the 3 category winners, the two runners-up and the overall competition winner. That final honor falls upon the young and new talent Wang Xuerui from China. CEO Ellen Joncheere also launched a   more

EMERALD LIMELIGHT Announce Dilara Jewels as Their Authorised Dealer For Kerala
Emerald and Limelight recently announced their partnership to offer the finest quality of pure CVD diamond studded jewellery from India to the world. And on 10th December at The CVD Conclave, EMERALD & LIMELIGHT were super proud to announce their authorised dealer for Kerala, Dilara Jewels.  more

JUWELS & CO. X AETHER
Next Gen Diamonds Made from Air
We are proud to announce that we are one of the first jewelers in the world to use carbon-negative diamonds for our Engagement Rings. Every diamond ring we produce helps to actively reduce carbon from the air.
Our Carbon-Negative Diamond Rings
Our unique diamond engagement rings    more

Chemical Vapour Deposition [CVD] - Processed Grown Diamonds a blessing for the semiconductor Industry
CVD diamonds can be used in the semiconductor industry for the Electronics, EV Car Battery, Solar Module cells etc. Chemical Vapour Disposition is a very convenient process to grow Diamonds to suit such Industries by adding BORON Gas in the ‘growing’ process. By using CVD Diamonds in the semi conductors, the   more

Charles & Colvard® Expands Signature Collection to Include All New Lab Grown Diamond Men's Bands
Featuring Caydia® lab grown diamonds and 14K recycled yellow and white gold, this sleek new line will join their acclaimed Signature Collection and give yet another glimpse into a bold and exciting new direction for the company already beloved for their Made, Not Mined™ bridal fine jewelry.   more

Tiffany makes Battle for Climate Change A Top Priority
Tiffany & Co pledged to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions across its own operations and supply chain by 2040. Tiffany the luxury jewellery House has accelerated its commitment to combatting climate change in accordance with the Science    more

Pandora launchs Lab grown Diamond jewellery featuring Ashley Graham & Rosario Dawson as Brand Ambassadors
Pandora, the world's largest jewelry brand, today announces that Diamonds by Pandora is available in the United States and Canada. Featuring lab-created diamonds made in the United States from 100% recycled silver and gold, the new collection blends design and sustainability, making diamond   more
Jewellery & Gem ASIA Hong Kong opens!
Jewellery & Gem ASIA Hong Kong (JGA) is off to an exciting start today with thousands of product introductions from approximately 1,500 exhibitors from 30+ countries and regions. Taking place at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre (HKCEC) until Sunday, Asia’s biggest mid-year B2B fine jewellery sourcing fair is divided into   more

Anticipation builds for Asia’s biggest mid-year fine jewellery sourcing event
Jewellery & Gem ASIA Hong Kong (JGA) continues to gain momentum, with major fine jewellery manufacturers and gemstone suppliers confirming their participation in the industry’s biggest mid-year B2B sourcing event in Asia, show organiser Informa Markets Jewellery   more

Meet the judging panel for the Sustainability Awards 2024 by JWA
Informa Markets Jewellery announced the judging panel for the Sustainability Awards 2024 by JWA (Jewellery World Awards), a global initiative that recognises and honours outstanding sustainability efforts undertaken in the past three years by businesses of all sizes in the fine jewellery, gemstone and related industries.   more

OROAREZZO 2024, BETWEEN CLASSIC AND CONTEMPORARY EXPORT CHAMPIONS AND MAJOR INTERNATIONAL PLAYERS
Export-oriented, markedly international and ready to recognise talent. Among the leading names of exhibitors at Oroarezzo 2024, the gold and silverware manufacturing industry is ready to rediscover the foreign reference markets of Italy's leading production district: the Arab Emirates, Turkey, the United States, Hong Kong   more

GJEPC Unveils “Brilliant Bharat” Theme at IIJS Tritiya
India’s apex trade body, The Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC) inaugurated the 2nd edition of the India International Jewellery Show - IIJS Tritiya – in Bangalore (Karnataka) at the Bangalore International Exhibition Centre (BIEC) from 5th to 8th April 2024. India Gem & Jewellery Machinery Expo (IGJME) is running concurrently with IIJS   more

HKTDC twin jewellery shows attract exhibitors and buyers from 130 countries and regions, delivering robust results
Following Hong Kong’s lifting of the mandatory mask mandate and full resumption of travel, business people from around the world flocked to the city’s first major trade fair. Organised by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC), the 39th HKTDC Hong Kong International   more

GIA Expands with State-of-the-Art Laboratory in Dubai
The global diamond industry now has a new, state-of-the-art option for meeting the need for trusted, efficient, and recognized science-based diamond grading services. GIA (Gemological Institute of America) opened the GIA Laboratory DMCC (Dubai Multi Commodities Centre) in Dubai on February 19, 2024.   more

Informa Markets Jewellery launches Sustainability Awards 2024 by JWA
Informa Markets Jewellery launched today the Sustainability Awards 2024 by JWA (Jewellery World Awards), an awards programme that applauds outstanding sustainability initiatives undertaken in the last three years by businesses of all sizes operating in the fine jewellery, gemstone and related   more

The jury has decided
INHORGENTA AWARD 2024 – the finalists
The top-class jury has decided on the finalists of the seventh INHORGENTA AWARD, who will be announced at an exclusive gala evening on February 17, 2024 at the Showpalast Munich. “The INHORGENTA AWARD is the platform for innovation, creativity and craftsmanship. In its seventh edition, we are delighted to see outstanding designs and concepts from the international jewelry, timepiece and gemstone industry. We are overwhelmed by 137   more

LGD Tenders Successfully held in Dubai
Two LGD-tenders have been successfully held by Crysdiam and Koin in Dubai in the last two months of 2023, covering a variety of lab grown rough diamonds from regular roughs, calibrated roughs, 4P and slices, with a wide range in size. “Active and encouraging results were recorded”, report the organisers.   more

Pandora CEO joins the board of Watch & Jewellery Initiative 2030
The global ESG coalition for watch and jewellery companies, The Watch & Jewellery Initiative 2030 (WJI 2030), today announced the appointment of Alexander Lacik, CEO of Pandora, to its board of directors. Alexander Lacik joined Pandora in 2019 and has led the Danish jewellery brand through an impressive financial turnaround while establishing an ambitious   more

CIBJO’s Jewellery Industry Voices begins fifth season with seven hybrid seminars at January VICENZAORO show
CIBJO’s popular Jewellery Industry Voices webinar and seminar series will kick off its fifth season at the VICENZAORO show in Vicenza, Italy, with seven hybrid seminars – in person at the Fiera di Vicenza exposition centre, and simultaneously   more

JGTD 2024 announces new show dates and venue Third edition will be held from 12 – 14 November 2024 at the Dubai Exhibition Centre (DEC)
Jewellery, Gem & Technology in Dubai (JGTD) is rescheduling its third edition to 12 – 14 November 2024 as it prepares to move to its new home in Halls 1 & 2 South of the Dubai Exhibition Centre (DEC). The fair was originally set for 6 – 8 February 2024 at the Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC). Situated in the Expo/District 2020 neighbourhood and community area, DEC covers   more

Addressing 2023 CIBJO Congress, WDC President stresses importance of ESG principles and equitable opportunity
World Diamond Council President Feriel Zerouki has emphasized the heightened importance of responsibility, sustainability and provenance in the jewelry industry, specifically because its products are used to celebrate important life moments. She was speaking during the opening ceremony of the 2023 congress of the   more

Creative director Paola De Luca to outline vision on the future of the industry at the Jewellery Industry Fair in Sydney
Creative director and jewellery expert Paola De Luca, CEO of consulting firm The Futurist LLC and founder of Trendvision Jewellery + Forecasting, an independent observatory of Italian trade show VicenzaOro, will lead seminars at the Jewellery Industry Fair in Sydney from August   more

DITP and GIT announce the Ruby Celebration of Bangkok Gems’ in its 68th Edition This September
Mr. Phusit Ratanakul Sereroengrit, Director-General of the Department of International Trade Promotion (DITP), and Mr. Sumed Prasongpongchai, Director of the Gem and Jewelry Institute of Thailand (GIT), joined forces with nearly 20 governmental and private sector agencies to announce the 68th edition   more

CarbonVERO™ - Unique Diamond Industry Solution to Track Energy Consumption & Carbon Emissions Empowered by Sarine Diamond Journey™
Singapore Exchange Mainboard (SGX) and Tel-Aviv (TASE) listed Sarine Technologies Ltd. (“Sarine” and along with its subsidiaries “the Group”) (U77:SI; SARN.TA), a worldwide leader in the development, manufacturing, marketing and sale of   more

Lifetime Achievement Award to Mr Anoop Mehta
Anoop Mehta, Chairman/Managing Director, Mohit Diamonds and President Bharat Diamond Bourse was conferred the “Lifetime Achievement” honor during the 49th India Gem and Jewellery Awards 2023 held in Mumbai. Mr Anoop Mehta is the Chairman/Managing Director of one of the world’s most prominent Diamond Company,   more

Promoting “Made in Italy” Italian Trade Commission launches campaign to support Italian jewelry exporters at JCK Las Vegas and COUTURE
The Italian Trade Commission in Houston (ITA Houston) is spearheading a new campaign to support the Italian jewelry sector in the United States, presenting the Italian pavilion of around 100 jewelers at JCK Las Vegas and 36 Italian exhibitors at the COUTURE show. ITA Houston,   more

India's Gem & Jewellery Exports Shine Through Global Challenges, Grew 2.48% In FY 2022-23 to Rs. 300462.52 crores
For the FY 2022-23, the overall gem & jewellery exports grew 2.48% to Rs. 300462.52 crores as compared Rs. 293193.19 crores for the same period previous year. In terms of US dollars, the overall gem & jewellery exports accounted for US$ 37468.66 million as compared    more

IDMA's 40th Congress to kick off with Conversations with Industry Leaders on the afternoon of March 28 at the Israel Diamond Exchange Complex
The International Diamond Manufacturers Association (IDMA) will kick off its 40th Congress with a "Conversations with Industry Leaders" happening on the afternoon of March 28 at the D-Mall, adjacent to the Maccabi Building of the Israel Diamond Exchange complex.    more

TAG HEUER PARTNERS WITH CAPSOUL - THE FIRST EVER DIAMOND CROWN
TAG Heuer has joined forces with CAPSOUL to craft a revolutionary piece: a spectacular watch crown, entirely grown and executed in lab-grown Diamond. The crown, a striking 2.5 carat diamond, was created for TAG Heuer’s exquisite TAG Heuer Carrera Plasma watch. This is the first time   more

Brilliant Earth Continues Retail Expansion with First Showroom Opening of 2023 in Charlotte, North Carolina
The Queen City's South End district welcomes leading ethical jewelry retailer's 26th showroom nationwide and first in the Carolinas. Brilliant Earth Group, Inc. (“Brilliant Earth” or the “Company”) (Nasdaq: BRLT),   more

International Grown Diamond Association (IGDA) engages Vivien Johnston Glass as Sustainability Chair
The IGDA welcomes the engagement of Vivien Johnston Glass as Sustainability Chair. The IGDA was founded in 2016 as a US corporation and is a non-profit Association formed to serve as a central point for communication, education, and development of the laboratory   more

Adamas One Taps Industry Veteran Adam Campbell to Design Adamas One Branded Jewelry Line
Adamas One Corp. The Original Lab-Grown Diamond Company™, a high-tech company that leverages proprietary technology to produce high-quality, single-crystal, Lab-Grown Diamonds for jewelry and diamond materials    more

World’s No. 1 fine jewellery event celebrates four decades by honouring 40 extraordinary individuals shaping the future of jewellery
Informa Markets Jewellery is celebrating the 40th edition of Jewellery & Gem WORLD Hong Kong (JGW) – previously known as the September Hong Kong Jewellery & Gem Fair – by honouring the exceptional achievements of 40 extraordinary individuals who have   more

CIBJO and Turkish Jewellery Exporters Association sign MOU pledging cooperation in industry development
The heads of the World Jewellery Confederation (CIBJO) and the Turkish Jewellery Exporters' Association (TJEA) have concluded a Memorandum of Understanding, pledging the intent of the two organizations to cooperate closely in nurturing the development of both the Turkish   more

CVD Diamonds - An Exciting Journey
CVD diamonds are no longer strangers to jewellery stores across USA, EUROPE, CANADA, Australia, etc. CVD diamonds are eco-friendly diamonds although the practice is to grow rough CVD diamonds in the lab. The demand for CVD diamonds is breaking records on a daily basis. CVD diamonds can be grown in any facility. One requires High quality and proven CVD systems to grow the diamonds. Today, there   more

Canadian Company Groupe RSL Produces Canada’s First Lab-Grown Diamond Gem
Groupe RSL is the first company to produce a Canadian lab-grown diamond gem, at its production facility in Quebec. The company is currently producing large diamonds for the premium jewellery market. With sustainability at the heart of its approach, Groupe RSL believes that lab diamonds have the potential to significantly reduce the   more

INHORGENTA MUNICH: perfect for trend scouting
Jewelers are the most important visitor group at INHORGENTA MUNICH, which will host the international watch, jewelry and gemstone industry in Munich from February 24 to 27. How does the retail sector deal with present challenges? We asked Anja Heiden, CEO Jewellery Division and Member of the Board of Wempe in Hamburg/Germany,   more

IGI E-Learning To Be a Staple of IGDA Membership
The International Grown Diamond Association (IGDA) announced recently that the cost of the International Gemological Institute’s (IGI) lab-grown diamond e-learning course will be underwritten for its members, with all six of the institute’s diamond-related courses to be offered on IGDA’s training and education page.   more

Michael Hill commits to an Ongoing Sustainability Journey
The exquisite range of laboratory-created diamonds available at Michael Hill are certified under the SCS 007 Jewelry Sustainability Standard, offering unprecedented diamond origin traceability assurance, climate neutrality and a heightened level of transparency around environmental and social responsibility. According to Tracemark’s   more