Australia
Australia is a key player in the global jewellery trade, known for its rich resources of precious metals and gemstones, including opals, diamonds, and gold, as well as its growing market for luxury and fashion jewellery. For UK jewellers, designers, and suppliers, Australia offers opportunities in sourcing, export, and collaboration, alongside insights into consumer trends shaped by its vibrant domestic industry. Jewellery Focus covers Australia-related developments, from mining and supply chain updates to market trends and trade relationships relevant to UK professionals.
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Dec- 2020 -24 DecemberNews
Lucapa recovers seven diamonds and 72 chromites in Australia
Lucapa has announced that seven diamonds and 72 chromites were recovered from a recent loam and stream sampling at the Brooking diamond province in West Kimberley, Australia. The diamond company had previously announced that alongside its partners, it had already identified diamondiferous lamproite at Brooking, where over 1,200 micro and…
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14 DecemberEvents
GJEPC announces international buyers show
The Gem and Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC) has announced that it will organise its first “export-oriented” International Gem & Jewellery Show (e-IGJS) for international buyers online from 18 to 22 January 2021. The council said that merchandisers representing major and independent retailers, design houses, jewellery manufacturers, importers, exporters and…
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11 DecemberNews
Vincero Watches sees 120% UK revenue surge
Vincero Watches has announced a surge in its international growth with a 120% increase in revenue in the UK. The group saw international revenue increase by 87% in the Netherlands and 44% in Australia as well as an international conversion rate growth by 31% year-on-year. The watchmaker also announced it…
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Nov- 2020 -10 NovemberInternational
Industry reacts to Argyle mine closure
Western Australia’s Argyle mine closed today (10 October) after more than 30 years of being in operation. The mine, owned by Rio Tinto, was known to have been the source of the world’s most prized pink diamonds, which have gone on to be sold to Ernest Jones and H Samuel…
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Oct- 2020 -14 OctoberQ&A Sessions
Q&A with 247 Diamonds
Tell me about the history of the business? We started the very first UK jewellery presence on the Internet, launching a ‘net based B2B service in the text based black hole that was the Internet before the World Wide Web, we are talking late 1980’s, way too early, we must…
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Sep- 2020 -10 SeptemberCurrent Affairs
Government launches new ‘bounce back’ plan for retailers
A new series of measures has been announced by the UK Government to support businesses in the consumer and retail industries during the Covid-19 pandemic. The plans, announced by Minister for exports Graham Stuart, will offer immediate support to businesses by ensuring specialists provide advice on online retail and international…
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Aug- 2020 -10 AugustFeatures
In the spotlight with Veronica Favoroso, CEO of GemCloud
More businesses rely on the internet to go to market, generate sales and provide customer service. This means professional inventory management is increasingly being considered as a necessity and GemCloud, as the sector leader, has taken tremendous steps to bring the coloured gemstone industry online. The tech company has recently…
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Jul- 2020 -15 JulyE-Commerce
Everledger reveals revamped blockchain platform
Everledger has announced the launch of a new version of its blockchain platform, with features that match the supply-and-demand of diamonds based on the customer criteria. The group said the renewed platform will bring “additional transparency” to the diamond industry by highlighting key characteristics of stones, such as diamond quality,…
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Jun- 2020 -11 JuneE-Commerce
De Beers launches new e-commerce site
De Beers has announced the launch of a new “customer-centric” website, debeers.com, that is set to provide a “unique offering” among the fine jewellery industry. The e-commerce site will be available in English, French and Chinese, and will expand the group’s product selection that is available for purchase, including a…
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Jan- 2020 -15 JanuarySponsored
INHORGENTA MUNICH: International like never before
International, diverse and high caliber: That’s how the exhibitor list for INHORGENTA MUNICH looks about one month before the fair’s beginning. Over 1,000 companies will be there. Fine Jewelry and Carat booked out Hall B1 “Fine Jewelry,” where exclusive jewelry creations and especially valuable pieces are exhibited, is completely booked…
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