Doors open for largest-ever Hong Kong International Diamond, Gem & Pearl Show

The largest-ever iteration of the Hong Kong International Diamond, Gem & Pearl Show has opened its doors this morning at the AsiaWorld Expo exhibition centre near Hong Kong Airport. The show this year – which was attended by Jewellery Focus’ editor Michael Northcott – offers two developments on previous years:…

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90% of small firms not prepared for new data regulation, new research shows

Over a third of small businesses have not yet started preparing for the introduction of the General Data Protection Regulations (GDPR), according to the Federation of Small Businesses (FSB). A further third (35%) are only in the early stages of preparation, claims the new research published today. Only 8% of…

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Beaverbrooks named one of best companies to work for in 2018

Beaverbrooks the jewellers has risen up 15 places to number 11 in ‘The Sunday Times 100 Best Companies to Work For 2018’ and is the highest ranked retailer. The family owned company, which is celebrating its 100th birthday next year, has featured in the prestigious list for 15 consecutive years…

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Warning issued over fake magnetic piercings

Two young boys needed life-saving surgery after swallowing magnetic balls meant to mimic piercings. Freddie Webster, 12, had to have part of his bowel removed due to magnets ripping a hole in the wall of his stomach. He was taken to Hull Royal Infirmary where he underwent over four hours…

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Raymond Weil celebrates partnership with The Brit Awards 2018

Luxury Swiss watchmaker, Raymond Weil celebrated its association with The 2018 Brit Awards with MasterCard, at last night’s ceremony held at the O2 Arena. The brand continued as the official timing partner to the UK’s premier music awards ceremony, celebrating the best of both British and international musical achievements throughout 2017. In celebration…

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Two Hong Kong jewellery trade shows to open next week

Two major jewellery trade shows organised by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) will be opening next week. The fifth Hong Kong International Diamond, Gem and Pearl Show, which specialises in loose stones and raw materials for jewellery, will be held from 27 February to 3 March at AsiaWorld-Expo.…

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Elliot Brown releases new neon watch strap collection

Watch brand Elliot Brown has released a new collection of neon straps as its looks ahead to spring. The Poole-based watch specialists have combined their passion for making durable, weather-proof watches with a variety of vibrant new colours. Made from EPDM rubber, the new straps are hypoallergenic and are not…

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Fellows reveals ‘record’ auction sales in 2017

Auction house Fellows has said that it is the “leading UK regional auctioneer” by hammer total, after recording overall sales of £17m in 2017. A notable sale in 2017 was the Fancy Intense Yellow Diamond Ring by Graff Diamonds, sold for £1,307,600 (including buyer’s premium). The sale of the Graff…

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Signet CEO responds to Human Rights Watch criticisms

The CEO of Signet Jewellers has responded to criticisms levied against the company and the jewellery industry on the whole in an open letter. Virginia Drosos’s response came after a Human Rights Watch (HRW) report rated the company’s policies towards responsible sourcing as ‘moderate’. In the letter Drosos labels criticisms…

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Breitling launches new Navitimer 8 Collection

At a red-carpet event at Zurich’s Hallenstadion, the Swiss watch brand, Breitling, celebrated the debut of its new Navitimer 8 collection. Around 600 guests from the worlds of business, culture, and entertainment, as well as international media and opinion leaders, were welcomed by Breitling’s new global CEO, Georges Kern, who…

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