Mehul Shah, President of WFDB, addressed the CIBJO Centenary celebrations on the sidelines of the VicenzaOro gems and jewellery exhibition in Italy by endorsing the use of the terminology "Synthetic Diamonds" instead of "Lab grown Diamonds" as a global term. He also appealed to trade bodies and governments to prescribe declarations on the usage of terminologies related to synthetic diamonds in the local language for better understanding and consumer awareness. He suggested launching an identification mark for natural diamonds such as the "Natural Diamond Mark," citing the Woolmark as an example, which is a globally renowned certification mark that guarantees authenticity with respect to wool.
The Dubai Diamond Conference 2026 is slated to be organised between the 25th to 27th of October in Dubai with the theme: A Strategic Rest, Reigniting Desire, Unlocking New Value. Bringing hundreds of industry heads and diamond pundits to Dubai, DDC 2026 is a not-to-be-missed event, especially since it is held when the industry is at its lowest ebb due to factors like economic volatilities, trade tariffs, and continuing warfare.
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During the ongoing Vicenzaoro jewellery exhibition in Italy, at a closed-door meeting held in connection with the CIBJO Centenary Congress, Mehul Shah, President of the World Federation of Diamond Bourses (WFDB), and newly appointed CIBJO Director, highlighted the importance of consumer awareness through proper declarations.
In a candid interview, Mehul Shah, Vice President of Bharat Diamond Bourse and now President of the WFDB, discusses the road ahead for the diamond trade.
Jewellery industry leaders gathered at Jewellery & Gem WORLD Hong Kong (JGW) to discuss the evolving global jewellery landscape, highlighting sustainability, artificial intelligence, changing consumer preferences, international expansion and Hong Kong’s continued role as a bridge between East and West.
In a landmark gathering that brought together the country’s political leadership and the leadership of India’s gem and jewellery industry, the Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC) hosted the prestigious 52nd India Gems & Jewellery Awards (IGJA), with Shri Amit Shah, Hon’ble Union Minister of Home Affairs and Minister of Cooperation, as the Chief Guest.
Mehul Shah, President WFDB & Vice President BDB, and Kirit Bhansali, Chairman GJEPC were elected by the CIBJO General Assembly to the Board of Directors of The World Jewellery Confederation (CIBJO) at the organisation’s Centenary Centenary Congress which concluded in Italy on September 7.
As a highlight of Bangkok Gems, The Craft of Brilliance is a captivating exhibition that traces the evolution of Thailand’s gems and jewelry craftsmanship — from traditional knowledge and time-honored techniques to modern design, technology and innovation. Discover how generations of Thai artisans have transformed nature’s treasures into extraordinary creations, and experience the skill, creativity and heritage behind Thailand’s reputation as a global jewelry destination.
Ms. Kirida Bhaopichitr, Vice Minister for Commerce, presided over the opening of the 74th Bangkok Gems and Jewelry Fair at the Queen Sirikit National Convention Center (QSNCC), Bangkok. The fair is organized by the Department of International Trade Promotion (DITP) as the main organizer, in collaboration with the Gem and Jewelry Institute of Thailand (GIT), with support from government and private-sector agencies as well as 17 key trade associations in the industry.
Vicenzaoro September 2026 sees yet further growth. The Italian Exhibition Group trade show, restyled by the new Hall 2, closes today with a 4% increase in total visitor numbers compared with the September 2025 edition and a 9% rise in international attendance compared with last year. Confirming the event’s growing international standing, the largest numbers of international visitors came from the United Kingdom, Germany, China, India and Romania. These were followed by: Switzerland, Spain, Denmark, Colombia and Belgium.
Singapore Exchange Mainboard and Tel Aviv Exchange listed Sarine Technologies Ltd (“Sarine” and along with its subsidiaries “the Group”) (U77:SI; SARN.TA), a worldwide leader in the development, marketing and sale of precision technology solutions for the evaluation, planning, processing, measurement, grading and trading of diamonds and gems, today announced the opening of a new GCAL by Sarine Jewelry Certification and Quality Assurance Lab in SEEPZ, Mumbai in India, further expanding the Group’s presence and capabilities in one of the world’s most important jewelry markets.
The London Diamond Bourse (LDB) is delighted to announce the launch of three newly redesigned membership tiers, making membership more accessible and cost-effective than ever before. Designed to accommodate jewellery businesses from the occasional hot-desk visitor to a full-time member, the new structure simplifies membership while maintaining the institutional integrity that has defined the LDB for nearly a century.
