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BVC Logistics Brings World-Class Logistics Solutions to Hosur

BVC Logistics, India’s leading secure logistics provider, proudly announces the opening of its newest branch in Hosur, reinforcing its commitment to deliver innovative and customer-focused solutions. This expansion marks a key milestone in the company’s mission to enhance service delivery and strengthen its presence across Southern India.

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WFDB Launches “Moments” Social Media Campaign for Natural Diamonds

The World Federation of Diamond Bourses (WFDB) has launched a social media campaign to promote natural diamonds. Called “Moments” the campaign celebrates the emotional significance of natural diamonds in life’s most cherished memories.

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IEG: VICENZAORO JANUARY CONFIRMS ITS SUCCESS: INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS AND NETWORKING PLATFORM

Concrete business, solid design, networking and debate with global industry players, constant relations with stakeholders, focus on trends. And all with the simultaneous continuity - in full respect of the time schedule - of the Expo Centre’s expansion works with no impact whatsoever on companies and buyers. Vicenzaoro January 2025, the event of reference for the global jewellery industry and the starting point of the sector's global calendar. The edition not only confirmed last year's exceptional numbers, it also touched the international dimension record: in fact, foreign visitation – greater than that of Italians – reached the extraordinary participation number of 145 countries from all over the world, with Turkey, the United States, Germany, Spain and Greece in the lead and interesting increases in countries such as North Korea and Australia.

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Sky Gold Ltd. Strengthens Market Presence with onboarding of Aditya Birla Jewellery & Diversification of its Portfolio

Sky Gold Ltd., a leading player in the Indian jewellery manufacturing sector, is pleased to announce significant milestones that underscore its commitment to innovation, client partnerships, and market expansion. Sky Gold has successfully onboarded Aditya Birla Jewellery

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Africa must chart its own course in the global mineral landscape

The world recognises Africa's mineral reserves as critical for the global transition to cleaner energy. However, this narrative, focused on the needs of industrialised nations, overlooks a fundamental truth: Africa's minerals hold a far greater significance to the continent itself. Africa stands at the precipice of a new era, where its vast mineral wealth can redefine its global standing. The continent is home to sizeable reserves of what the world currently defines as critical minerals (http://apo-opa.co/3DltC7t): 55% of cobalt, 47.65% of manganese, 21.6% of natural graphite, 5.9% of copper, 5.6% of nickel, 1% of lithium, and 0.6% of iron ore.

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Diamonds Do Good Welcomes Trailblazing Board Members: Julia Hackman Chafé and Monica Elias

Diamonds Do Good proudly announces the addition of two dynamic leaders, Julia Hackman Chafé and Monica Elias, to its board of directors, further strengthening its mission to create meaningful change in diamond-producing communities worldwide. Julia Hackman Chafé, a third-generation gemstone dealer turned social media sensation, has taken the jewelry and luxury world by storm. With over 700,000 Instagram followers, Chafé has built a reputation as a leading Jewelry and luxury Content Creator. Her coverage of high-profile events, including the “wedding of the century” between Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant in Mumbai, has captivated audiences globally, cementing her status as a prominent voice for natural diamonds.

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GJEPC AND DE BEERS GROUP FORGE STRATEGIC COLLABORATION TO PROMOTE NATURAL DIAMONDS

De Beers Group, the world’s leading diamond company, and the Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC), India's apex jewellery trade body, today announced the commencement of a strategic collaboration to strengthen the natural

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IGI Expressions™ 2024-25: Eminent Global Jury Members Announced for International Jewelry Design Competition

The International Gemological Institute (IGI) is thrilled to announce the esteemed jury members for the fourth edition of its annual global jewelry design competition, IGI Expressions™ 2024-25. This year’s theme, ‘A Journey to the Enchanted Forest,’ invites talented designers from across the globe to unleash their creativity and explore the enchanting world of fairy tales through their exquisite jewelry designs. We are thrilled to present our distinguished panel of international judges, each a leader in their field, whose diverse experience and creative vision. Below is the eminent jury panel -.

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Sustainability Awards 2025 by JWA opens for entries!

Informa Markets Jewellery’s Sustainability Awards by JWA (Jewellery World Awards) is back this year with a redefined set of categories! Recognising sustainability champions in the fine jewellery, gemstone and related industries, the Awards are open for entries from today until 7 April (6pm, Hong Kong Time). “Previously known as the JNA Awards, JWA was launched by Informa Markets Jewellery in 2012 to celebrate pioneers, change-makers and exceptional business leaders who purposefully drive positive change in the world of jewellery and beyond. Since 2024, the programme has shifted its attention to highlighting companies leading the charge towards a greener and more socially responsible industry, reflecting the growing emphasis on a culture centred around sustainability,” said Celine Lau, Director of Jewellery Fairs at Informa Markets Jewellery. “The 2025 edition continues this tradition by honouring enterprises that are boldly tackling the challenge of creating a more sustainable world.”

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DHL Express signs MoU with Gems and Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC) to ship India-made jewellery internationally.

DHL Express, the world’s leading international express services provider, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Gems and Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC) to ship India-crafted jewellery via courier mode, leveraging DHL’s time-definite international (TDI) delivery service. As the first international logistics provider to sign an MoU with GJEPC, DHL will support local jewellery and gem makers to broaden their footprint and increase revenue. The GJEPC is an apex body of the gem and jewellery industry under the Ministry of Commerce, Government of India.

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A Historic Tiffany & Co. Pocket Watch Bears Testament to the House’s Horological Legacy and Sets a New Record Price in an Auction of Titanic Memorabilia

Tiffany & Co. announces its record-breaking acquisition of a historic pocket watch from 1912. Acquired at auction in the UK for $1.97 million, the 18k gold pocket watch is the highest-valued piece of Titanic memorabilia ever sold. The Tiffany & Co. timepiece was given by three prominent women, Mrs. Madeleine Talmage Astor, Mrs. Marian Longstreth Thayer and Mrs. Eleanor Elkins Widener, as a gesture of thanks to Captain (later Sir) Arthur H. Rostron, captain of the passenger ship R.M.S. Carpathia, who saved them – along with nearly 700 other passengers – when R.M.S. Titanic sank after hitting an iceberg on its maiden voyage in April 1912.

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VICENZAORO JANUARY: ICONIC MADE IN ITALY AND INTERNATIONAL JEWELLERY BRANDS AT THE IEG SHOW

Made-in-Italy and international high jewellery will be meeting the Vicenzaoro business community from 17th to 21st January. Iconic brands, prestigious comebacks and several new entries will offer the most complete overview of luxury jewellery. Italian Exhibition Group's boutique show opens the international gold and jewellery exhibition calendar with yet another all sold-out: 1,300 exhibiting brands, 170 of which attending the T.Gold technology show. Of the seven product districts into which Vicenzaoro January is divided, from the gems of “Essence” to the jewellery of “Creation”, through to the contemporary jewellery of “Look” and the packaging of “Expression”, “Icon” is where high-end is presented to the market.

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