IJS Istanbul Jewelry Show, one of the five largest jewelry fairs in the world, has ended. Showcasing the latest collections of 1,000 brands and companies from 14 different countries, the fair made a great contribution to the sectoral trade. IJS Istanbul Jewelry Show's October show, which attracted 34 percent of foreign buyers, was visited mostly by Iran, Egypt, Algeria, United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, Russia, India, Azerbaijan, Uzbekistan,
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From 17th to 21st January 2025, Vicenza will be the centre of technological innovation for the jewellery industry with the return of T.Gold, the global event of reference for cutting-edge jewellery processing machinery and technology.
Organised by IEG - Italian Exhibition Group in conjunction with Vicenzaoro January, the most important international event dedicated to the jewellery 
The new hall that will be erected in the heart of Vicenza Expo Centre now has its foundation stone. Exactly ten months after the start of the redevelopment work, this morning Italian Exhibition Group celebrated the start of the construction phase of the 22,000 square metre, two-storey building, designed by Hamburg-based Studio GMP in the 
De Beers Group is proud to announce the winners of the 2024 Shining Light Awards, a jewellery design competition dedicated to empowering the next generation of designers from the countries where De Beers recovers diamonds, including Botswana, Canada, Namibia and South Africa. Originally launched in 1995, the Shining Light Awards are part of the De Beers Group Designers Initiative, a youth
Last month, Element Six, a world-leading synthetic diamond company and part of the De Beers Group, announced an investment in Lightsynq, a new quantum interconnect startup founded by Harvard PhDs and former research leads at the AWS Center for Quantum Networking. This is just one example of how Element
Speaking at the conclusion of the 2024 Kimberley Process (KP) Plenary, World Diamond Council (WDC) President Feriel Zerouki commended significant advancements in the KP’s modernization efforts.
Driven by the WDC’s commitment to improving transparency and traceability in the diamond trade, at this 
The third edition of Jewellery, Gem & Technology in Dubai (JGTD) opens its doors at its new home – the Dubai Exhibition Centre (DEC) in Expo City – presenting international buyers a multitude of opportunities to explore, learn and engage. Located in Halls 1 & 2 South of DEC, the three-day B2B fair highlights 350+ exhibitors from 25+ countries and regions spread 
Building on the momentum generated by its new show dates, new venue and new buyer resources, the third edition of Jewellery, Gem & Technology in Dubai (JGTD) surpassed expectations with a solid increase in international attendance, notably from the Middle East, Asia, Europe and the CIS countries. 
VO Vintage, the elegant, B2C fine vintage jewellery and watch event organised by Italian Exhibition Group (IEG), will be back from 17th to 20th January 2025. An unmissable event for enthusiasts and collectors in search of iconic and unique pieces that have marked the style of an era and continue to define the concept of elegance. 
The UN-mandated Kimberley Process (KP), chaired by Ahmed Bin Sulayem, CEO and Executive Chairman of DMCC, inaugurated the historic KP Secretariat in Gaborone, Botswana. The new Secretariat office—the first of its kind for the Kimberley Process—will employ up to five people in its first year, serving as a hub for institutional 
TRENDVISION Jewellery + Forecasting, Vicenzaoro/IEG’s independent observatory that monitors global trends in the jewellery and watch industry, officially launches its first ROADSHOW. The travelling initiative will take the most advanced luxury forecasts to major international trade shows on the global gold and jewellery 
In an exclusive with Celine Lau, Director, of Jewellery Fairs at Informa Markets Jewellery, The New Jeweller bureau gets to know about the JGW 2024, Hong Kong in terms of the critical position that it holds as a benchmark for the growth of Global Gem and Jewellery Industry. Pitted as the most important and acclaimed exhibition, this edition of JGW is destined to be a game changer for the Industry. 
Vicenzaoro, Italian Exhibition Group’s international gold, jewellery and watchmaking exhibition, closes today with a repeat performance of the record attendance of September 2023. The international positioning of IEG’s exhibition is confirmed with visitors arriving from a total of 132 different countries at this September edition. The number 
The most exciting product launches are once again in focus at Jewellery & Gem WORLD Hong Kong (JGW), the biggest B2B fine jewellery and gemstone sourcing fair in the world, show organiser Informa Markets Jewellery announced. The “One Fair, Two Venues” B2B marketplace will be held from 16 to 20 September at the AsiaWorld-Expo (AWE), showcasing a wide range of loose diamonds, 
Jewellery & Gem WORLD Hong Kong (JGW) recorded an increase in international buyer turnout in a milestone edition that showcased a never-before-seen pearl exhibit, a panel series featuring iconic luxury pearl jewellery brands and a celebration of Informa’s Sustainability Awards champions, show organiser Informa Markets Jewellery announced. 
Organised by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC), Hong Kong Watch Manufacturers Association Ltd and The Federation of Hong Kong Watch Trades and Industries Ltd, the HKTDC Hong Kong Watch & Clock Fair and Salon de TIME will welcome more than 700 global exhibitors.
Themed “Be on Time”, the fairs will feature different styles 
Speaking on July 18 at the United Nations headquarters in New York on the final day of the High-Level Segment of the organisation’s Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC), CIBJO President Gaetano Cavalieri reaffirmed the commitment of the international jewellery industry to support meeting the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals and implementing its Agenda 2030.
Trade buyers from across the globe will uncover a wealth of high-quality B2B sourcing opportunities, inspiring events and the latest in industry-related technologies at one of the world’s premier jewellery marketplaces – Jewellery, Gem & Technology in Dubai (JGTD). 
The entire jewellery and contemporary watchmaking supply chain will be at Vicenzaoro September from 6th to 10th September at Italian Exhibition Group’s Expo Centre in Vicenza (Italy). A supply chain that, on a global scale in 
Sustainability and the enduring magic of pearls are among the highlights of the biggest B2B fine jewellery event in the world – Jewellery & Gem WORLD Hong Kong (JGW). The “One Fair, Two Venues” jewellery marketplace will be held from 16 to 20 September at the AsiaWorld-Expo (AWE) and from 
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 
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 
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, President of Arezzo Fiere e Congressi. This was followed by the round table entitled 
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 announced.
Exhibitor bookings are building up and trade buyer inquiries
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,
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 annually, delivering an exceptional experience that delights 
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 IJS Tech section of the fair, where the latest products, designs and collections, especially 
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 world, trade fair organisers Informa Markets Jewellery and Italian Exhibition Group SpA (IEG) announced 
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 and France. A quintet worth
Indian diamond jewellery market will grow to US$ 17 bn by 2031 out of India's total gem & jewellery of US$ 120 bn from $ 79 bn in 2021. 2024 is likely to be a record year for gold mine production and jewellery demand will be firm but vulnerable to gold prices. These interesting nuggets were revealed through several compelling sessions at InnovNXT, 
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 
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 Tritiya Bangalore 
The World Federation of Diamond Bourses (WFDB) concluded its annual Presidents’ Meeting for 2024, held in Shanghai, China. The three-day meeting explored the most pressing issues facing the world diamond industry – the G7 restrictions, synthetic diamonds, and the lackluster Chinese market -- with expert panels, speeches, and discussions. 
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 Jewellery Show and the 9th HKTDC Hong Kong International Diamond, Gem & Pearl 
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. “Opening a GIA laboratory in the important global diamond center of Dubai is a significant step in expanding our services to advance our important consumer 
Passing of the baton within Italian Exhibition Group (IEG), Jewellery & Fashion Division.
While the Global Exhibition Director of the Jewellery & Fashion division, Marco Carniello, takes on the role of Chief Business Officer at the helm of IEG's new Business Division that will coordinate all the industries headed by the exhibition player, Matteo Farsura, former Exhibition
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 than 1,100 artists and creatives around the world. From a total of 54 designs advanced as finalists, seven have been named the 2023-24 IGI 
Exciting News! The Hong Kong International Diamond, Gem & Pearl Show and Hong Kong International Jewellery Show come back again this year!
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 industries. 
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 INHORGENTA 2025 will be on further expanding internationalization with India as the guest country. 
“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 submissions and thank everyone for their effort and dedication. They have all contributed to turning this AWARD into something special! 
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 sustainability programme. Under his leadership, Pandora 
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, for example, 
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, Social and Governance Principles for Laboratory-Grown Diamonds,” the new guidance document is designed to assist
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 international exhibitors and about 
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 buyers.
The Israel Diamond Exchange will once again host a professional diamond conference and international diamond exhibition during International Diamond Week, to be held from April 1 – 4, 2024.
The events will include the second annual Israel Diamond Conference on April, 2024, which will feature talks and panels by major international personalities in the diamond world, 
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 26-28, giving insights into the future 
‘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 industry in the country and have highlighted the importance of designer jewellery and the aspiration that 
Gems & Jewellery Exports could witness a fall of up to 15% 
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 of Bangkok Gems and Jewelry Fair. The fair, which is Thailand’s largest and Asia’s 
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 for growth. Additionally, a dedicated Wedding World will be introduced. 
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 from 6 to 
The Minister of Mineral Resources and Energy, Carlos Zacarias, yesterday in the city of Chimoio, Manica province, inaugurated the first trading hub for the certification of diamonds, precious stones and gems, where the Kimberley Process Precious Metals and Gemstone Management Unit also operates. Zacarias announced that more such hubs, able to certify diamonds, precious stones 
The American Gem Trade Association (AGTA) has announced that it has resumed its membership in The World Jewellery Confederation (CIBJO) after an absence of seven years. The decision comes ahead of the 2023 CIBJO Congress, which will take place October 3–5 in Jaipur, India, a key coloured gemstone manufacturing and trade centre. “We are delighted to welcome AGTA back into 
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, CIBJO President Gaetano Cavalieri has told the Global Pearl Development Conference in Zhuji, China, on May 21, 2023. 
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 participants, and the feedback has been extremely positive. 
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 has launched a rigorous multi-stakeholder consultation with members, 
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, whose team will be present at JCK Las Vegas,
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 and fashion sector. From 13th to 16th May 2023, in the halls of Arezzo Fiere e Congressi, the market, major brands, 
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 and Environmental Engineering, in 
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, the auspicious gold jewellery-buying festival. IIJS Tritiya follows the stupendous success of IIJS Premiere - Bengaluru 2021, which revealed the latent potential of Southern region. 
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, People’s Republic of China) and Ms. Satwant Khanalia (Consul General, Consulate General of India, 
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 support to the designers, workshops, vocational high schools, and universities with a view to underscoring the importance of sustainable development.
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 around 33%. Representatives of such an outstanding 
The International Colored Gemstone Association (ICA) is pleased to announce the 2023 Board of Directors, led by new President, Damien Cody. Cody hails from Australia and is the principal of Cody Opal (Australia) Pty Ltd. The new Board took office at the ICA Board of Directors Meeting in Dubai last week. 
On February 23, 2023, guided by the The People’s Government of Panyu District, Gems & Jewelry Trade Association of China, China Gold Association, Guangdong Trading Holding Group, and supported by The World Federation of Diamond Bourses, Shanghai Diamond Exchange, Natural Diamond Council, the highly anticipated "Guangzhou International 
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 2023 in the NESCO Exhibition Centre. Members of 
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
With a show footprint that is 46 percent bigger than the 2022 edition, Jewellery, Gem & Technology in Dubai (JGTD) is throwing open its doors today with impressive product launches, endless networking opportunities and an awards ceremony celebrating exceptional business leadership and success, show organisers Informa Markets Jewellery and Italian Exhibition Group SpA (IEG) 
A new idea of gold-jewellery manufacturing is taking shape in Arezzo. For its 42nd edition Oroarezzo is evolving and preparing for an event brimming with new ideas. From 13th to 16th May 2023, in the halls of Arezzo Fiere e Congressi, the Italian Exhibition Group (IEG) event specifically for the excellence and craftsmanship of the best Made in Italy gold and jewellery production will enhance its offer 
The Israel Diamond Exchange (IDE), organizers of the Israel International Diamond Week, to be held from March 27 – 30, 2023, reports that due to overwhelming registration for the event only a few hotel rooms for participating buyers are available. Buyers participating in the International Diamond Exhibition from March 28 – 30, 2023 are eligible for three complimentary nights at a 
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 helped shape and continue to make a positive difference 
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 world diamond community every three years in a different diamond center. Due to the 
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 new initiative to support young designers worldwide: 
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 consuming public, about standards, operating principles and terminology developed within CIBJO’s various commissions and expert committees. 
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 and international jewellery, gemstone and precious metals industries. 
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. And it was precisely during these days that IEG officially announced the start of the work aimed at giving the Expo 
Israel International Diamond Week, to be held from March 27 – 30, 2023, will feature a much-anticipated tender of polished goods held at the Israel Diamond Exchange’s International Tender Center. The tender will be conducted by Diagurus from March 26 – 30, 2023. The tender will include a large amount of white and fancy 
This October, the Natural Diamond Council’s newly appointed Global Ambassador actress Lily James visited the country of Botswana to experience first-hand the positive impacts of the natural diamond industry, and incredible process of recovering the rare, billion-year-old precious gems. Her trip began with four days on Safari at The Selinda Reserve, a picturesque wildlife sanctuary home to 
Reed Exhibitions has announced that International Jewellery London (IJL) will not take place in 2021 as a result of the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic.
Following the cancellation of IJL 2020 on 9th June; we have taken the even more difficult decision to not run IJL in 2021.
Both the UK live events and jewellery industries are in uncertain positions and whilst we are confident that they will return in due course, a combination 
The Natural Color Diamond Association is proud to introduce the newest member of our team, Robert Bouquet. Robert will be reporting on the diamond market and how the pipeline connectivity affects all aspects of the jewelry industry including natural color diamonds. Roberts' experience and intuitive opinions will give insight into the global natural diamond trade and will provide information for greater transparency and movement of the ever changing cycles of supply 
The World Federation of Diamond Bourses (WFDB) and the International Diamond Manufacturers Association (IDMA) have announced that the next World Diamond Congress will be held in a virtual format on September 14 – 15, 2020. The 39th World Diamond
De Beers Group recently announced a $200,000 donation across its four producer partner countries of Botswana, Canada, Namibia and South Africa to assist women’s shelters and support organisations to respond to an increase in gender-based violence resulting from the COVID-19 situation.
The donation will be split equally across Botswana, Canada, Namibia and South Africa.
Historically, international crises have been inflection points in the human experience, and the COVID-19 epidemic is likely to be one of the most transformative in living memory. The world we knew before March 2020 will be different to the one that emerges at the other end of the tunnel through which are traveling, and it will be incumbent upon us to adapt in
The JNA Awards, one of the most prestigious and renowned awards programmes in the global jewellery and gemstone trade, is now accepting entries for its ninth edition. Interested companies and individuals may submit their entries until 29 April 2020. Organised by Informa Markets, the JNA Awards has recognised, honoured and celebrated best business practices, excellence and innovation demonstrated by individuals and companies 
We are delighted to announce that De Beers Group Industry Services has been shortlisted in the 'Service Supplier of the Year' category of this year's UK Jewellery Awards. This recognition in the UK market reflects months of hard work in supporting retailers, diamond suppliers and industry associations across diamond grading, education and instrumentation. 
The Gem and Jewelry Institute of Thailand (Public Organization) or GIT has launched the new color standards master of ruby: The Rabbit's Eye and Golden Red Ruby. The "Rabbit's Eye", one of the two colors of new color standards master of ruby,is introduced by the GIT to celebrate Chanthaburiprovince as the "City of Gems" and to recognize the great wisdom of ruby enhancement skills possessed by Thai artisans as well as their exceptional craftsmanship skills that 
Italy is the global reference point for quality jewellery production, design excellence and manufacturing elegance. A supremacy that makes OROAREZZO a much-awaited event for buyers and traders from all over the world: the 41st edition will be staged from 18th to 21st April in the Arezzo Fiere e Congressi halls and will be
A scholarship from GIA (Gemological Institute of America) can help with the cost of the Institute’s industry-leading and globally-recognized diploma and certificate programs. Applications are now available for scholarships for professionals and students interested in gemology and jewelry manufacturing arts programs, distance education courses and lab classes related 
ALROSA unearthed first colored rough diamond at its new Verkhne-Munskoye deposit in Yakutia, which started operations in 2018.
A bright yellow gem-quality diamond weighing 17.44 carats was recovered in mid-February from the Zapolyarnaya kimberlite pipe, a part of the Verkhne-Munskoye deposit. The transparent crystal with a habit transitional between octahedron and dodecahedron has 
The Fancy Color Research Foundation (FCRF) announced today the results of the Fancy Color Diamond Index (FCDI) in 2019 and over the last decade. During the years 2010-2019 the general index showed a steady market price increase of 77%. Leading the index during the decade were 
BVC Logistics, India’s largest secure logistics company started its 60th year and unveiled its “Vision 2022” today. The new vision is to ‘Make Shipping The Competitive Advantage of 30,000 Businesses by March 2022.’ Today, logistics is a cost centre for every business and BVC aims to transform this and make shipping a competitive advantage where simply by using BVC to ship, businesses can make their 
The ribbon-cutting ceremony is considered one of the key moments of any grand opening event. This ceremony was the inspiration for Thai artisans from MysticGold to create the Grandiose Renita, the one-of-a-kind ribbon cutting scissors. At the International Chanthaburi Gems and Jewelry Festival 2019, the Grandiose Renita was featured at the opening ceremony. The exquisite details of the masterpiece caught the attention of participants at the event who appreciated 
The Panel, moderated by Philip Olden, President of CIBJO’s Responsible Sourcing Commission, saw interventions from some of the most important voices in the sector: from Giorgio Bodei, Manager of Pomellato, to Steven Tranquilli, Director of Federpreziosi. 
Dubai, United Arab Emirates – The critical role of design in the global jewellery industry was at the heart of two panel discussions at the 3rd edition of the Middle East Jewellery Designers Forum held on Wednesday at VOD Dubai International Jewellery Show held at the World Trade Centre. The
sell-out event is organised
Last evening, an eminent jury comprising renowned fashion, design and jewellery experts completed the first Jury round for the 3rd Artisan Jewellery Design Awards 2020 organised by Gems and Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC) in Mumbai. The theme Architectural Gems, the Artisan Awards 2020 looks at celebrating three key periods from different architectural eras - Art Deco,
Pramod Kumar Agrawal, current Chairman of the Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC), has become the first member of the Indian industry to be elected one of the three Vice Presidents of CIBJO, the World Jewellery Confederation. He was nominated by CIBJO President Gaetano Cavalieri, and the decision was confirmed by the organisation’s General
Gem & Jewellery Skill Council of India (GJSCI) organized a press meet on 19th November and announced its first ever “India Jewellery Excellence Symposium” (IJES) to be held on 8th & 9th January 2020 at Hotel “The Leela” in Mumbai. India Jewellery Excellence Symposium is a unique technical symposium, being organized for the very first time in India and soon would 
INHORGENTA MUNICH announces that after an absence of five years, the Spanish Festina Group is making a notable welcome return. Festina is one of the world’s leading watch brands and will be showcasing its portfolio of products in Hall A1. INHORGENTA MUNICH, the international trade fair for jewelry, timepieces and gemstones held at the Messe München site, will be 
The 2019 CIBJO Congress has opened in Bahrain, with a call on the jewellery industry by CIBJO President Gaetano to take action on climate change, which he said was not an issue specific to the sector, but it is the “most important story of our time.” “There is a tendency, when faced by a challenge of this magnitude, to feel that we as individuals are helpless,” Dr. Cavalieri continued.
The Fancy Color Research Foundation (FCRF) reported that prices of Fancy Color diamonds in Q3 2019 largely remained stable. The Fancy Color Diamond Index (FCDI) for Q3 2019 showed a decrease of 0.5% in overall Fancy Color prices, driven by a 1.5% decline in the prices of Yellow diamonds. Prices of Blues and Pinks stood firm. As in the past 12 months, in the third quarter, the 
This fall, Barcelona and Lucerne were the stops for INHORGENTA TRENDFACTORY—the international industry platform of INHORGENTA MUNICH. The format will also be employed at the exhibition itself. This year’s focal topics are sustainability and future retail. A wide range of talks, podium discussions and special exhibitions will be held on these topics from February
IGI School of Gemology had its first batch of Iranian students graduate in the diamond as well as colored stone program on October 21, 2019. These students, led by Amir Kazem Kefayati of Iran attended a ten-day program which gave them a broader picture of the international gem and jewelry market as well as a closer look at the Indian industry. IGI has been
The Gem Color Academy, Gemewizard®'s educational arm, and the Gem Training International of South Africa, run by Alan Lowe, announced today the official signing of a strategic agreement that will enable Gem Training International to offer online and on-site classes of Gem Color Academy's brand new Colored Stones Grading Course in the
Jewellery will be playing the star role during the four days that DV Global Link, the joint venture between Italian Exhibition Group (IEG) and the Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC), is organizing in the Emirate city of Dubai. From November 13th to 16th, VOD Dubai International Jewellery Show 2019 (VOD DIJS), the exclusive B2B and B2C jewellery event in the MENA area (Middle
On the second anniversary of becoming a HeForShe Thematic Champion and partnering with UN Women, De Beers Group today announced that more than 700 women micro-entrepreneurs in Namibia and South Africa have successfully completed their training. The Accelerating Women Owned Micro
Isabella Yan reports on some of the exclusive highlights from the highly anticipated Bonas gemstone tender, which will take place at Hong Kong SkyCity Marriott Hotel from Saturday 14th to Wednesday 18th September 2019 to coincide with the September Hong Kong gem and jewellery show. 
With members of the jewellery and gemstone sectorsunder growing pressure to actively demonstrate that they are conducting their businesses in a sustainable manner, including verifying that the items they purchase, process and sellhave been sourced responsibly, a range oftechnological 
The International Diamond Manufacturers Association ( IDMA) and the organizers and hosts of the 21st Presidents’ Meeting, the Dubai Diamond Exchange (DDE), a DMCC platform, will be staging a roadshow of current diamond identification and detection technology during the meeting that takes place September 23-25. The Presidents’ Meeting is the biennial meeting of the leadership 
The Swiss Gemmological Institute SSEF has become the first gem laboratory worldwide to introduce DNA fingerprinting of ivory as a standard client service. It involves a scientific method that can provide valuable information about the species of ivory being used in jewellery and ornamental objects, in order to determine whether it is CITES-listed elephant ivory
INHORGENTA TRENDFACTORY – the recognized network platform of the international timepiece, jewelry and gemstone industry – will make a stop this fall in Barcelona (10/17) and Lucerne, Switzerland (10/22). Visitors will not only have the perfect opportunity for personal interaction, they will also learn valuable information about current business topics and 
The Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC)through its CSR initiative 'Jewellers for Hope' charity dinner raised funds to donate the proceeds towards Indian Army Welfare, Tribal Integrated Development & Education Trust (TIDE) and Shrimad Rajchandra Love & Care (SRLC), held on 8th August, Mumbai. Mr. Pramod Kumar Agrawal, Chairman, GJEPC, hosted Jewellers for Hope 
Jewelers of America (JA), the national trade association for businesses serving the fine jewelry marketplace, held theJewelers of America National Convention, an education-focused executive forum open to jewelry professionals, on July 28-29, 2019, at the InterContinental New York Barclay in New York City. The Convention featured four dynamic keynote speakers, thought provoking breakout sessions, an informativeDiamond Detection Lab and interactive Retail 
From September 30th to October 2nd will be the Fourth World Meeting of the International Mubri - Mujeres Brillantes Association, whose main mission is to help women to advance and develop in the jeweler sector through education, mentorship and networking. The chosen city will be Cuenca, Ecuador, better known as World Heritage according to UNESCO. The idea of bringing the Meeting to Latin America is to celebrate the progress made by the group since its creation in 2016 in Panama 
As diamond suppliers, manufacturers and retailers are warned to improve transparency to consumers around lab-grown and natural diamonds, Presidium, an industry-leading manufacturer of diamond and gemstone testing 
Italian Exhibition Group S.p.A. (IEG) pulls the trigger on the 20th edition of OROAREZZO, the show that promotes the very best of Made in Italy jewellery production at Arezzo Fiere Exhibition Centre from 6th to 9th April. 
The JNA Awards and the Responsible Jewellery Council (RJC) have renewed their collaboration for a further year, to encourage an even greater number of businesses in the international jewellery industry to celebrate their positive business approach at the 2019 Awards. Armed with their shared values and vision for the trade, the collaboration, first established in 2018, promotes best practices and responsible behaviour across the jewellery supply chain, ultimately leading to long term industry advancement.
Organizers of the Fifth Mediterranean Gem and Jewellery Conference (MGJC) are putting the final touches to the event which this year takes place from May 17-19 in Limassol, Cyprus.
This year's conference follows the success of the four previous Conferences which took place in Greece 2015, in Spain in 2016, in Italy in 2017 and in Montenegro last year. The 5th annual MGJ Conference is organized by CGL-GRS (Canada) and IGL (Greece) and sponsored/supported by DANAT lab (Bahrain), Octonus (Finland), HRD Antwerp (Belgium), Swarovski (Austria), Gemetrix (Australia) Jewellery Appraises of the World (UK), Cyprus Gemological Lab (Cyprus) and NAJA (USA). 
The inauguration of the third edition of the Museo del Gioiello,the exhibition area inside the Basilica Palladiana, managed by Italian Exhibition Group SpA (IEG) in partnership with Vicenza Municipality, an international jewellery reference point.
The opening event – preceded by an exclusive VIP Preview – was held at 5 pm in the Stucco Room at Palazzo Trissino and was attended by, among others, the Deputy Mayor of Vicenza, Matteo Tosetto, the Director of the Jewellery and Fashion Division at IEG, Marco Carniello and Alba Cappellieri, Director of the Jewellery Museum, Professor of Jewellery Design at Milan Polytechnic and Italy's top jewellery expert. 
The Board of Directors of CIBJO, the World Jewellery Confederation, has approved the first edition of the Responsible Sourcing Book, which provides a framework and guidance for due diligence related to the responsible sourcing of gemstones and precious metals in the jewellery sector. It becomes the latest in CIBJO's Blue Book series of definitive industry guides for standards and nomenclature, joining the Blue Books for diamonds, coloured gemstones, pearls, precious coral, precious metals and gemmological 
Bonas Group is pleased to announce the inaugural sale of 800 kg of the mineral Sugilite. This purple manganese-based mineral is mined in South Africa at Wessels mine. The Wessels mine hosts the only significant deposit of gem quality Sugilite in the world, located deep in the Kalahari Manganese Fields.This is the first time that high-quality Sugilite will be 
"Art and culture, along with creativity, artisanship, inspiration and authenticity have always been of central importance to the House of Gübelin," explains Raphael Gübelin, President of the Swiss family-owned firm, "and we have long been deeply involved in these areas and in promoting these values." Such as this cooperation with Athene Galiciadis, which arose from the partnership with E.A.T. / Engadin Art Talks. In this project, the artist Athene Galiciadis and the jewellery designer Michael Bühler interpreted the spectacular microphotography of a select ruby and drew inspiration for their works of art. 
The 63rd edition of the Bangkok Gems and Jewelry Fair (BGJF), which will take place from 20-24 February, 2019, is set to present an extraordinary array of gold and silver jewelry, fine jewelry, gem-set jewelry and polished precious and semi-precious stones. Impressive figures from pre-registration show major buyers from across the world including the United States, EU, India, Australia, Middle East and ASEAN.The 63rd edition of the Bangkok Gems and Jewelry Fair (BGJF), 
The excitement and discoveries from GIA's (Gemological Institute of America) sixth International Gemological Symposium can be experienced in the Fall issue of Gems & Gemology (G&G), GIA's quarterly professional journal. Nearly 800 attendees from 36 countries gathered in Carlsbad, California, from Oct. 7 to 9 to learn about leading-edge gemological and mineralogical research and to advance their understanding of global business. The research and business tracks ran simultaneously, offering guests the opportunity to immerse themselves in either area. 
The critical role of design in the global jewellery industry was at the heart of two panel discussions at the 2nd edition of the New Jeweller Middle East Jewellery Designers Forum held at VOD Dubai International Show. The event was held to illustrate the vast wealth of jewellery designs being created by designers in the region that is not only prominent and high in demand in the GCC and Middle Eastern region, but also in high demand across the globe.The first panel titled "Jewellery designs from GCC and the Arab world and its demand in the International Markets" was moderated by Chandu Siroya, Managing 
Alongside the nominees, prominent figures from the worlds of business, media and culture will once again be gracing the red carpet at the exclusive gala event on February 24, 2019 at the Eisbach Studios in Munich. "The fact that the INHORGENTA AWARD is now in its third year and the positive feedback that we have received ever since it started prove just how important the award is for the industry. Our top-class jury and exclusive gala evening will help to ensure that the award ceremony attracts attention from far beyond the reaches of the industry itself," says Klaus Dittrich, Chairman 
Vicenzaoro January 2019, the International Jewellery Show, organized by Italian Exhibition Group (IEG), in the presence of the Minister for Regional Affairs and Autonomies, Erika Stefani.
In her speech, Minister Stefani declared: "Vicenzaoro brings with it all the territory's dynamics and ability to promote development and training within the sector."In his greetings, IEG President, Lorenzo Cagnoni, referred to Italian Exhibition Group's role as the leading Italian trade show player in terms of the number 
Eager-to-buy visitors made for happy exhibitors - that's the score from the 41st Mineralien Hamburg, which came to a close on Sunday. Approximately 20,000 visitors were fascinated by the exquisite range from around 400 exhibitors, who presented a huge selection of sparkling minerals, unique jewels and million-year-old fossils. Cutting-edge special exhibitions and an enticing programme for the whole family perfectly rounded off the extensive lineup. "The visitors seemed to be particularly impressed by the special exhibition. Many stroll 
Significant achievements in the harmonisation of wording on laboratory reports and the reporting of new treatments have been chalked up during the 29th meeting of the Laboratory Manual Harmonisation Committee (LMHC), which was hosted by the Gübelin Gem Lab in Lucerne, Switzerland, on November 14 and 15, 2018. The LMHC is currently comprised of representatives from the Central Gem Laboratory (CGL), CISGEM Laboratory, DSEF German Gem Lab, Gübelin Gem Lab, GIA Gem Laboratory, the Gem and Jewelry Institute of Thailand (GIT) and the Swiss Gemmological 
Over 55,000 visit
Over 55,000 visitors from 48 countries attended the 27th edition of the Middle East's premier jewellery and watch exhibition, Jewellery Arabia 2018, marking a 9% increase on the previous event.
Jewels, gems and watches worth over US$ 1 billion went on display at the glittering five-day exhibition staged across 21,000 square meters at the Bahrain International Exhibition and Convention Centre. A total of 561 exhibitors from 31 countries converged to launch new product lines, display latest collections and introduce limited edition pieces to discerning private buyers and trade professionals. 
The Indian Gems and Jewellery Industry is all set for a Grand & Royal Jewellery trade show in the Pink City of India! All India Gem and Jewellery Domestic Council (GJC), the apex gem & jewellery trade body is presenting its next in the series of the 4th edition of Preferred Manufacturer of India (PMI). Today, PMI is revered as India's most premium and exclusive B2B marketing platform in the G&J sector as it not only provides a dedicated platform for focused business but also brings the best leisure and luxury for the industry. During this 3-day convergence event comprising the India's leading 150 
"Trat has both raw materials and skilled craftsmen, but local entrepreneurs usually produce jewelry pieces using molds. Though it is very convenient, it lacks creativity. Nowadays, people love to buy things which have stories behind them," Mr. Surasak Maneesathianrattana, founder of Carletta Jewellery talked about what he felt about Trat, a province in the Eastern Thailand and a home of the legendary Siam ruby.He was also a mentor in the Gems Treasures project of the Gem and Jewelry Institute of Thailand, a project which had the key objective to enhance the capabilities of Thai jewelry entrepreneurs and transform Thai jewelry to become 
The Israel Diamond Institute (IDI) is optimistic as it prepares for the Hong Kong International Jewelry Manufacturers' Show, November 29 to December 2, 2018 at the Hong Kong Convention & Exhibition Centre. IDI said that positive expectations are based on rising demand in Hong Kong and other Asian markets, and an anticipated increase in activity before the Chinese New Year.IDI's Israel Diamond Pavilion will host 26 companies. 
The International Gemological Institute (IGI), the world's largest independent gemological institute, announced the October 16th, 2018 opening of a new facility in Mumbai at the Bharat Diamond Bourse. Located at Tower FW in the exchange, the space will serve as a welcomed extension of IGI's existing laboratory services in the capital city, operating as a full-fledged sorting and screening facility. Streamlining the evaluation process, trade personnel will also be able to drop their parcels at the fully operational office from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. and collect them once the certification 
The Gem and Jewelry Institute of Thailand (Public Organization) or GIT, under the supervision of the Ministry of Commerce, and China's National Gemstone Testing Center (NGTC) jointly promote the collaboration on colored gemstones testing standard for ruby and sapphire through GIT certificate to strengthen the confidence of Thai and Chinese entrepreneurs.According to GIT, China is one of the world's largest gems and jewelry markets with increasing annual growth. In the first 
DMCC, the world's flagship Free Zone and Government of Dubai Authority on commodities trade and enterprise, today attended the official opening of TRIGEM's manufacturing workshop in DMCC's purpose-built Jewellery & Gemplex facility in Jumeirah Lakes Towers (JLT).
TRIGEM DMCC has launched its purpose-built coloured gemstone, diamond and jewellery operations in 
Poland is a true power in jewellery production, especially when comes to amber products. That's why national stand of Poland will be present at one of the leading trade shows in the Asian industry taking place at Hongkong Convention &Exhibition Centre. Polish share in the global market is estimated to be nearly 70%. The majority of the EUR 200 million worth of jewellery production is intend for export. Polish jewellery is sold to
Inaugurated recently, VICENZAORO September 2018 – the Jewellery Boutique Show, the international gold and jewellery Show organized by Italian Exhibition Group S.p.A. (IEG) at Vicenza Exhibition Centre, open until 26th September. A Show that, as Dario Galli, Vice Minister for Economic Development, pointed out, is the leading light of a manufacturing industry that, together with fashion, best represents the Italian ability to produce value thanks to an abundant network of SMEs.According to ICE President, 
Organized by the Sri Lanka Gem & Jewelry Association, this year's edition of the country's leading international Gem and Jewelry show – FACETS – is set to take the global community by storm. Scheduled to begin on the 30th of August and end on the 2nd of September 2018, FACETS showcases the best of the best of Sri Lanka's topmost resource. 
Carats.io, the fintech startup company that is issuing the world's first-ever digital currency backed by diamonds, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Celsius, a blockchain-powered global financial platform that allows its members to borrow capital and earn interest against their crypto-holdings. Carats.io's inherently non-volatile CARAT coins will be a featured stable coin within the Celsius digital wallet
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The 35th edition of the India international Jewellery Show IIJS organised by GJEPC concluded in Mumbai today with a note of positivity and cheer for the entire trade. IIJS, a premium annual event received all round support with over 40,000 visitors from over 800 cities across 80 countries attending and previewing exhibitions of over 1300 exhibitors. of over 1300 exhibitors. GJEPC had organised a Prelude to IIJS, jewellery fashion extravaganza by the IIJS 2018 Exhibitors to showcase their exquisite jewellery collections to crème de la crème audience comprising of leading retailers, 
A new edition of the critically acclaimed Pearls: Treasures from the Seas and the Rivers exhibition will open in Moscow on July 11th as part of the Qatar Russia 2018 Year of Culture. The exhibition was curated specifically for this year's Year of Culture programme and will display over 100 pieces of jewellery and other examples of pearl craftsmanship made from freshwater pearls born in Central Asia, 50 of which are new, never-before-shown artifacts. The Qatar Museums (QM) exhibition is hosted by the World Diamond Museum at the Exhibition Centre of the State Historical Museum in Moscow from 11 July 2018 to 1 October 2018. 
OROAREZZO, The Italian jewellery Show organized by IEG, Italian Exhibition Group, that dictates the jewellery "musts" for summer 2018, closed defining colors for the season. The general lines that emerged from the products presented at the stands of over 600 exhibitors spoke loudly of the fashion trend of this summer's jewellery: first and foremost, 
Lucara Diamond Corp. ("Lucara" or the "Company") is pleased to announce the appointment of Ayesha Hira as Lucara's Vice President of Corporate Development and Strategy, effective immediately.
Ayesha Hira is an experienced executive who began her career as a Canadian geologist. Working initially in diamond, base metals and gold exploration, she transitioned to capital markets working with mining companies listed in North America,
The Diamond Empowerment Fund (D.E.F) last week hosted its most successful Diamonds Do Good Awards to-date, held May 31 at the Four Seasons Hotel in Las Vegas.
The funds raised will be used to provide higher education scholarships and assistance to empower young people living in diamond producing countries and where the diamond industry does business and to help communicate this 'diamonds do good' impact to consumers. 
IEG joins the UN Global Compact, reinforcing its commitment to Corporate Social Responsibility. Through CIBJO, the World Jewellery Confederation, IEG is participating to the High-Level Political Forum (HLPF) of the UN Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) to promote and support CSR and sustainability practices throughout jewellery's chain of distribution.
The Gem and Jewelry Institute of Thailand (Public Organization) or GIT invites designers worldwide to compete for the winning cash prize of USD 9,000 or over THB 300,000 in the 12th edition of the international jewelry design contest under the theme of 'The Pearl of Wisdom – Illumination from under the Surface'. Submissions are open until May 28, 2018. Ms. Duangkamol Jiambutr, Director of the Gem and Jewelry Institute of Thailand or GIT reveals that the institute has been organizing this annual 
International Jewellery London have announced the six winning designers selected as the 2018 IJL KickStarters. This annual mentoring programme, now in its tenth year, offers the six the exciting opportunity to not only exhibit under the KickStart umbrella at IJL 2018 but also receive invaluable marketing support from IJL and co-sponsors, The National Association of Jewellers. This initiative is recognised by the industry as one of the most successful bursary programmes for new emerging British talent. 
The United Nations Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) has confirmed the Special Consultative Status held by CIBJO, the World Jewellery Confederation, for the coming four years. The decision follows CIBJO's successful submission and the acceptance of its Quadrennial Report, covering the period 2014 through 2017. One of the six main organs of the United Nations, ECOSOC serves as the principal body in the international 
The Gems & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC), an organisation set up by the Ministry of Commerce and Industry will collaborate with leading banks and release a white paper in a Banking Summit on May 11 in Mumbai. The paper will aim to address critical banking issues like Assessment of credit limit, collateral security, related party transactions, inventory Valuation , subsidiary financing guidelines, and is aimed at mitigating the 
Borsheims Fine Jewelry is the latest company to share their positive social impact stories through the Diamond Empowerment Fund's Diamonds Do Good initiative. Borsheims, based in Omaha, Nebraska and owned by Warren Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway Group, is spreading its community development efforts to Botswana, the country where its Kalahari Dream Diamonds are sourced. In two of the drought-impacted villages near where the diamonds are cut and polished, Borsheims has funded the creation of a direct, consistent and sustainable water system. 
CARAT+, The World's Premier Diamond Event, is pleased to welcome an array of first-time exhibitors to its second edition at Antwerp Expo from May 6-8, 2018. The businesses joining CARAT+ hail from a range of international markets, with many seeking a fresh alternative to existing global trade events. Those who have given their 'vote of confidence' in CARAT+ 2018 will travel from Hong Kong, India, Japan and Germany to name a few locations. 
According to China Gold Association, the co-host organizer of China Gold Congress and Expo, Dr. Mark Mobius, Emerging markets fund manager and founder of Mobius Capital Partners is confirmed to be the Keynote speaker at the coming event. Dr. Mobius has been a key figure in developing international policy for emerging markets. As a recognized industry expert, Mobius appears frequently on financial industry television shows and networks. After more than 40 years in global emerging markets, Dr. Mobius has received numerous industry awards, including being named one of Bloomberg Markets Magazine's 
GIA India offered complimentary seminars on synthetic diamonds from 23-25 April at the Diamond Detection Expo & Symposium 2018 in Bharat Diamond Bourse (BDB), Mumbai. GIA India experts conducted multiple seminars on 'Spotlight on Synthetics' and 'Identifying Synthetic Diamonds' – nearly 200 guests attended. Participants gained insights about the methods for producing synthetic diamonds, the identifying characteristics of natural and synthetic diamonds, and the latest synthetic diamond research from GIA 
Established in 2017, at the instigation of HRH Prince Salman bin Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, Deputy King, Crown Prince of Bahrain and First Deputy Prime Minister of the Kingdom of Bahrain, the Bahrain Institute for Pearls and Gemstones (Danat) was formed as a wholly owned subsidiary of the Bahrain Mumtalakat Holding Company (Mumtalakat), the sovereign wealth fund of the Kingdom, with the vision to become 
Rio Tinto has unveiled the largest Fancy Red diamond in the history of its Argyle Pink Diamonds Tender, during a world exclusive preview in New York. The 2.11 carat polished radiant cut diamond, known as The Argyle Everglow™, is the dazzling centrepiece of the 2017 Argyle Pink Diamonds Tender – an annual 
"Here in the US, if it's pretty, it sells," says Gary Roskin, executive director of the International Colored Gemstone Association. Processes like heating gemstones to enhance their colour are so common that "no-one is really concerned," he adds, but other treatments like filling fractures with lead glass to hide the poor quality of stones are also commonplace and "need to be disclosed all the way to the consumers." According to the Gemological Institute of America which examines more than two million diamonds, 
The Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC) presented the trade with two wonderful opportunities to commence the Year's buying season with the 11th edition of Signature IIJS and the 5th edition of India Gem & Jewellery Machinery Expo (IGJME). Mr. Arunkumar Mehta (Chairman, Rosy Blue (India) Pvt. Ltd. & B. Arunkumar & Co.) inaugurated Signature IIJS 2018 in the presence of Shri Pramod Agarwal 
Gem and jewelry experts from across the globe will gather to attend the World Ruby Forum 2017 in Bangkok, Thailand to share their insights on world ruby activities in all dimensions from upstream to downstream. GIT director states that the organization will develop and implement strategies to establish Thailand as the global gem and jewelry 
In a special meeting on the 2017 ICA Jaipur Congress, the Jaipur Congress Steering Committee decided that the 2017 ICA Jaipur Congress will be moved from April to October. The new dates for the 2017 ICA Jaipur Congress are October 21st through October 
Oman International Exhibition Centre is proud to announce the 8th Muscat International Jewellery Exhibition 2017 to take place on October 24-28, 2017 at Oman Convention and Exhibition Centre, Muscat, Oman. Muscat International Jewellery Exhibition (MIJEX) has been organized and well received among traders and buyers for seven consecutive years as the exhibition features a wide range of masterpiece jewellery from various leading brands and newcomers from many countries. Moreover, Oman is recognized as a gateway 
The world’s number one fine jewellery event – the September Hong Kong Jewellery & Gem Fair (September Fair) opened today at AsiaWorld-Expo (AWE). AWE houses the raw materials section of the September Fair. The fine finished jewellery section, meanwhile, will open on 15 September at the Hong Kong Convention & Exhibition Centre (HKCEC). The September Fair hosts over 3,600 exhibitors from 55 countries and regions. Fair organiser UBM Asia expects about 58,000 buyers from around the world to create active traffic in the two venues. 
The Thai Gem and Jewelry Traders Association (TGJTA) has partnered with public and private sectors to organize the inaugural Thailand Gems & Jewelry Fair 2017 with the aim of establishing Thailand as the world’s hub for gems and jewelry manufacturing and trading. Representatives from AEC+6 industry associations, the Ministry of Tourism and Sports, the Tourism Authority of Thailand and the Tourist Police have showed their continuing support for the gems and jewelry industry at the fair which is to be held from 
GIA (Gemological Institute of America) will introduce for sale later this year an easy-to-operate, sophisticated desktop instrument to reliably identify natural diamonds, separating them from all simulants and from diamonds that may be synthetic or treated. The GIA mounted gem testing device combines advanced spectroscopic technology; GIA’s extensive research into the qualities of natural, treated and synthetic diamonds; 
The Dubai Diamond Exchange (DDE), a subsidiary of DMCC, recently announced the successful conclusion of the first of six tenders scheduled for 2017. The tender was held at the Almas Tower and was facilitated by the Dubai Diamond Exchange in a secure, transparent and regulated environment, which resulted in 50,000 carats worth of rough diamonds 
