Russia is leading in global diamond production in 2016
The Kimberley process with its 54 member-countries made the statistics on of the rough diamond production and trade open and available for studies by all the countries in the world.
The R&M “Lettre”
Sign-up for La Lettre from R&M to get the essentials of current affairs in the diamond industry and privileged access to the articles published below
We keep your data private and only share it with third parties that make this service possible. Read our Confidentiality Policy for more information.
World Diamond Council holds 13th annual meeting in Dubai
The World Diamond Council (WDC), which prevents conflict diamonds from entering the legitimate global supply chain and protecting the value of natural diamonds, concluded its 13th annual meeting this week in Dubai.
Dubai factory to cut 813ct. Constellation
Dubai’s first diamond-manufacturing facility, which officially opened Tuesday, has been tasked with cutting and polishing the world’s most valuable rough diamond.
Dubai trade warns against diamond tax
The introduction of value added tax (VAT) on loose diamonds would strongly jeopardize growth opportunities in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), Dubai’s diamond leadership warned on Monday.
Dubai Bank seeks Antwerp diamond clients
The National Bank of Fujairah (NBF) is planning to open a representative office in Antwerp as it looks to capitalize on the decline in financing to the Belgian city’s diamond sector.
Sarine warns polished oversupply to hit sales
Sarine Technologies’ revenue dropped significantly in the third quarter as an oversupply of polished diamonds resulted in manufacturers limiting production and spending less on equipment.
RJC And DMCC in CSR and sustainability in jewelry industry agreement
The Responsible Jewellery Council (RJC), which certifies members of the entire jewelry supply chain, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Dubai Multi Commodities Centre (DMCC) to work on advancing shared objectives
Dubai Diamond Conference off to a strong start with record number of attendees
The Dubai Diamond Exchange (DDE) today opened the third edition of its biennial two-day Dubai Diamond Conference 2017 under the theme ‘Shaping the future of an interconnected marketplace’.
More than 40% of Americans’ relationship status? Single
Bridget Jones was single, at one time. At one point or another so were Dorothy, Sophia, Rose and Blanche; Carrie, Miranda, Charlotte and Samantha; and Hannah, Marnie, Jessa and Shoshanna.
The MAS is exhibiting Queen Elisabeth of Belgium’s Cartier diadem with the participation of Rubel & Ménasché and Dali Diamond
In 2017, it’s no longer just the Diamond District but the entire city of Antwerp that’s beating to the rhythm of diamonds!
CSR coming of age as social responsibility becomes new normal
The CSR acronym has gained increasing attention in the diamond and jewelry industries in recent years.
Cartier feted its new high jewelry collection with top-tier fashion stars
Cartier celebrated its latest collection of high jewelry Tuesday night with a lavish dinner party on New York City’s Governors Island.