Jemora Gemhouse expands viewing to New York, USA for its inaugural auction of rare and high-value polished sapphires

Following the overwhelming response to the launch of Jemora Gemhouse, we are pleased to announce an additional viewing opportunity for its inaugural auction in New York, scheduled for March 24-26, 2025. This follows the initial viewing on March 17-19, 2025, at the DMCC’s Almas Tower, Dubai, UAE. The auction results will be

RapNet and Del Gatto Finance Fund to Provide Diamond Industry Financing

RapNet, the world’s largest online marketplace for diamonds, gems and jewelry, has partnered with Del Gatto Finance Fund, the largest non-bank lender to the global diamond industry, to provide quick and easy financing solutions for all RapNet members

Antwerp Diamond Industry Welcomes Postponement of Deadline for Mandatory Traceability in G7 Sanctions

The Antwerp World Diamond Centre (AWDC), the industry organization representing the interests of Belgian diamond companies, welcomes the provisions of the 16th sanctions package against Russia, announced today by the G7. AWDC considers the postponement of the deadline for the mandatory implementation of a traceability mechanism for diamonds to January 1, 2026, an important signal, as it grants diamond companies the necessary time to thoroughly prepare for its implementation.

ENDIAMA signs mining investment contract with N'Dumba Ltd

ENDIAMA signed, this Tuesday, in Cape Town, South Africa, a mining investment contract for prospecting, exploration and marketing of diamonds, with the company N'Dumba, Ltd, a subsidiary of the Jean Boulle Group. The N'Dumba concession

TRANS ATLANTIC GEM SALES (TAGS) ANNOUNCE EXPANSION OF OPERATIONS INTO SOUTH AFRICA

It is with great pleasure that the management of Trans Atlantic Gem Sales (TAGS) announce the expansion of our operations and the opening of our new, fully equipped tender facility in Johannesburg, South Africa. This secure facility will provide a state-of-the-art environment with 13

WFDB Presidents’ Meeting 2025 to be held in New York, June 10 - 11

The World Federation of Diamond Bourses (WFDB) has announced that its next Presidents’ Meeting will be held on June 10 -11 in New York City, hosted by the Diamond Dealers Club of New York. The annual Presidents’ Meeting is an important international event

Unveiling Jemora Gemhouse: A Groundbreaking Auction House for High-Value Coloured Gemstones

Jemora Gemhouse, an innovative auction house dedicated to rare and valuable polished coloured gemstones, is set to redefine the gemstone market by bridging the gap between coloured gemstone owners and an exclusive network of buyers. Jemora Gemhouse (JGH), led by Dev Shetty and his team, establishes a sanctuary for the world's rarest gems. Known for the turnaround of Gemfields, Mr. Shetty played a key role in developing their emerald and ruby mines. Mr. Shetty also founded Fura Gems, the only company mining emerald, ruby, and sapphire globally.

ARMED ROBBERY ON NAMDIA PREMISE

NAMDIA confirms that the incident that occurred at its premises in the early evening hours of Saturday, 18 January 2025, has been confirmed as an armed robbery and not an attempted armed robbery as previously stated. A formal police docket has been registered under charges of Armed Robbery with Aggravating Circumstances and Murder.

Antwerp Diamond Industry and Belgian Government Engage in Constructive Dialogue on the Future of the Diamond Sector at the World Economic Forum in Davos

Leaders from Antwerp's diamond industry participated in a panel discussion at Belgium House during the World Economic Forum in Davos. Representing the industry were Karen Rentmeesters, CEO of AWDC, and Ravi Bhansali, Vice President of AWDC. They joined Belgian Minister Annelies Verlinden, Head of Belgian Customs Kristian Vanderwaeren, and De Beers CEO Al Cook to discuss the challenges and future of the Antwerp diamond industry.

Choron Group Announces Strategic Acquisition of AMC Group

The Choron Group (“Choron”), a global leader in the diamond industry, proudly announces the acquisition of the AMC Group (“AMC”), a renowned De Beers Sightholder and supplier of certified polished diamonds to luxury brands and retailers in Asia and Europe. This strategic move strengthens the Choron Group’s position as a leader in the international diamond pipeline and expands its manufacturing and distribution capabilities.

VICENZAORO 2025
Focusing on Next Gen Jeweller, Fostering Innovation & Growth

In an exclusive with Matteo Farsura, the Global Exhibition Manager for Jewellery & Fashion at Italian Exhibition Group (IEG) The New Jeweller International Bureau gets an insight on the upcoming Vicenzaoro 2025 and its significance. In this interview Matteo also emphasizes on T Gold, the leading technology show showcasing cutting edge tech tools that is destined to transform the very jewellery making processes

The 2025 Doha International Diamond & Gem Conference: a defining moment for Qatar’s luxury and gemstone industry

The inaugural Doha International Diamond & Gem Conference concluded today, marking a pivotal moment in Qatar’s journey toward becoming a new hub for luxury, trade, and innovation in the diamond and coloured gemstone industry. Held alongside the Doha Jewelry & Watches Exhibition, the conference brought together some of the most diverse and influential voices in the diamond and coloured gemstone sector, setting the stage for an era of collaboration, sustainability, and market evolution.

Future-Proofing African Mining: Indigenous People and Mining Communities at the Heart of Mining Indaba 2025

Mining Indaba - the premier platform for deal-making, investment, and corporate networking for African mining for over 30 years – has announced a 2025 agenda that emphasises the voices of indigenous people and communities in the mainstream of the conference. The new focus for next year’s event – Investing In Mining Indaba 2025 (https://MiningIndaba.com) – reinforces the Mining Indaba commitment to future-proofing African communities, by foregrounding the experiences of those directly affected by mining.

Inaugural Doha International Diamond & Gem Conference opens January 29, in Doha, Qatar

The inaugural Doha International Diamond & Gem Conference will be held in Doha , the capital of Qatar, at The Ned, from January 29 to 31st, 2025. “The conference endeavours to be different from other global industry events staged over the past few years. We are fully aware of the recent structural changes that have taken place throughout the diamond and gemstone supply chain. In addition, consumer preferences and behaviour also have significantly shifted” Alex Popov, Chair of the Organising Committee, declared.

Botswana and G7 announce G7 Verification Point with Antwerp support

The Diamond Technical Team of the G7 and Botswana announced today in a joint statement that an Export Verification Point for rough diamonds will be established in Botswana. For the development of this G7 verification point, Botswana will receive support and expertise from the Antwerp World Diamond Centre (AWDC), which has been operating as a G7 verification and certification hub since March 1, 2024, ensuring that diamonds of Russian origin no longer gain access to G7 markets. Earlier this year, the Antwerp World Diamond Centre already emphasized the importance of multiple export verification points and an inclusive approach,

Angola and United Arab Emirates sign partnership that removes tariffs and trade barriers between the countries

The CEPA, signed in Dubai, is part of a series of initiatives aimed at strengthening economic and financial cooperation ties with strategic partners and boosting sustainable development. Once implemented, this bilateral agreement will reduce or remove unnecessary tariffs and trade barriers, improve market access and create new investment and collaboration platforms for the private sector, based on mutually beneficial partnerships, the Government said in a statement to which VerAngola had access. On the Angolan side, the Secretary of State for Commerce and Services, Augusta de Carvalho Forte, signed, and on the Emirati side, the Undersecretary for International Trade, Juma Mohammed Al Kait.

African Mining Ministers to unite at the Mining Indaba 2025 Ministerial Symposium: Building a unified African mining value chain

In a landmark event set for 2025, African government leaders, industry stakeholders, and key figures in the mining sector will gather for the Ministerial Symposium, a critical platform aimed at advancing collaboration, addressing challenges, and fostering sustainable growth in Africa’s mining industry. This gathering reaffirms the continent’s commitment to transforming its rich mineral resources into avenues for economic resilience and development.

Inaugural Doha International Diamond & Gem Conference opens January 29, in Doha, Qatar

The inaugural Doha International Diamond & Gem Conference will be held in Doha , the capital of Qatar, at The Ned, from January 29 to 31st, 2025. “The conference endeavours to be different from other global industry events staged over the past few years. We are fully aware of the recent structural changes that have taken place throughout the diamond and gemstone supply chain. In addition, consumer preferences and behaviour also have significantly shifted” Alex Popov, Chair of the Organising Committee, declared.

Choron Group Announces Strategic Acquisition of AMC Group

The Choron Group (“Choron”), a global leader in the diamond industry, proudly announces the acquisition of the AMC Group (“AMC”), a renowned De Beers Sightholder and supplier of certified polished diamonds to luxury brands and retailers in Asia and Europe. This strategic move strengthens the Choron Group’s position as a leader in the international diamond pipeline and expands its manufacturing and distribution capabilities.

VICENZAORO 2025
Focusing on Next Gen Jeweller, Fostering Innovation & Growth

In an exclusive with Matteo Farsura, the Global Exhibition Manager for Jewellery & Fashion at Italian Exhibition Group (IEG) The New Jeweller International Bureau gets an insight on the upcoming Vicenzaoro 2025 and its significance. In this interview Matteo also emphasizes on T Gold, the leading technology show showcasing cutting edge tech tools that is destined to transform the very jewellery making processes

Future-Proofing African Mining: Indigenous People and Mining Communities at the Heart of Mining Indaba 2025

Mining Indaba - the premier platform for deal-making, investment, and corporate networking for African mining for over 30 years – has announced a 2025 agenda that emphasises the voices of indigenous people and communities in the mainstream of the conference. The new focus for next year’s event – Investing In Mining Indaba 2025 (https://MiningIndaba.com) – reinforces the Mining Indaba commitment to future-proofing African communities, by foregrounding the experiences of those directly affected by mining.

Botswana and G7 announce G7 Verification Point with Antwerp support

The Diamond Technical Team of the G7 and Botswana announced today in a joint statement that an Export Verification Point for rough diamonds will be established in Botswana. For the development of this G7 verification point, Botswana will receive support and expertise from the Antwerp World Diamond Centre (AWDC), which has been operating as a G7 verification and certification hub since March 1, 2024, ensuring that diamonds of Russian origin no longer gain access to G7 markets. Earlier this year, the Antwerp World Diamond Centre already emphasized the importance of multiple export verification points and an inclusive approach,

Angola and United Arab Emirates sign partnership that removes tariffs and trade barriers between the countries

The CEPA, signed in Dubai, is part of a series of initiatives aimed at strengthening economic and financial cooperation ties with strategic partners and boosting sustainable development. Once implemented, this bilateral agreement will reduce or remove unnecessary tariffs and trade barriers, improve market access and create new investment and collaboration platforms for the private sector, based on mutually beneficial partnerships, the Government said in a statement to which VerAngola had access. On the Angolan side, the Secretary of State for Commerce and Services, Augusta de Carvalho Forte, signed, and on the Emirati side, the Undersecretary for International Trade, Juma Mohammed Al Kait.

African Mining Ministers to unite at the Mining Indaba 2025 Ministerial Symposium: Building a unified African mining value chain

In a landmark event set for 2025, African government leaders, industry stakeholders, and key figures in the mining sector will gather for the Ministerial Symposium, a critical platform aimed at advancing collaboration, addressing challenges, and fostering sustainable growth in Africa’s mining industry. This gathering reaffirms the continent’s commitment to transforming its rich mineral resources into avenues for economic resilience and development.

Angola Signs Memorandum of Understanding with Antwerp World Diamond Centre [AWDC]

Angola's Endiama E.P and Sodiam E.P signed a historic collaboration agreement with Antwerp World Diamond centre [AWDC] marking a New Era for rough diamonds mined in Angola. This agreement comes at the wake of Facets Diamond conference recently organised in Antwerp and attended by heads of mining economies, stakeholders from the diamond supply chain and companies providing traceability solutions.

UAE CONCLUDES KIMBERLEY PROCESS PLENARY IN DUBAI, ACHIEVES MAJOR OUTCOMES IN ‘YEAR OF DELIVERY’

The UN-mandated Kimberley Process (KP) Plenary concluded in Dubai, UAE, on Friday as part of the historic Dubai Diamond Week which gathered hundreds of representatives from across the diamond world including industry, governments, and civil society.

Arslanian Group - Leadership Status Built on the Legacy of Trust

In an exclusive with Mr Sahag Arslanian, Director, Arslanian Group, the New Jeweller bureau gets an insight on the success of the company that has