ESG
Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) considerations are increasingly shaping strategy and operations in the UK jewellery industry. From reducing environmental impact and ensuring ethical sourcing to promoting diversity, transparency, and corporate responsibility, ESG commitments influence brand reputation, investor confidence, and customer loyalty. Jewellery Focus covers the latest ESG developments affecting jewellers, manufacturers, and suppliers, including regulatory changes, best practice case studies, and industry initiatives. Our coverage provides trade professionals with insights into how strong ESG performance can drive both sustainability and commercial success in the jewellery sector.
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Jul- 2024 -22 JulyTrade Organisations
The NAJ co-opts two new members to its national committee
The National Association of Jewellers (NAJ) has announced the co-option of Kerry Saunders, operations director at Domino Jewellery, and Neil Ventura, CEO of Ventura Fine Jewellery, to its national committee board. Saunders comes with over 25 years of extensive experience in manufacturing, and throughout her career, she has honed her…
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Jul- 2023 -26 JulyNews
RJC officially launches first ESG toolkit
Responsible Jewellery Council (RJC) has officially launched its first ever ESG toolkit to members after it was exclusively launched on 23 June 2023 at Harvard University. The “State of the Art Jewellery” summit hosted by RJC, the Gemmological Institute of America (GIA) and the Mineralogical and Geological Museum at Harvard…
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12 JulyRetailers
Malabar Gold and Diamonds launches new showroom in London
Malabar Gold and Diamonds, the Indian jewellery retailer, has celebrated the opening of its newest showroom at London’s East Shopping Centre – the brand’s 320th outlet globally. Expanding into the company’s 11th country of operation, Malabar Gold and Diamonds has an “extensive” retail presence in India, the Middle East, the…
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Jun- 2023 -19 JuneRetailers
Anne Sisteron achieves Butterfly Mark
Fine jewellery brand Anne Sisteron has achieved the Positive Luxury Butterfly Mark. To achieve the Butterfly Mark, companies must achieve a minimum of 50% in each area of ESG assessment. Anne Sisteron achieved 67% in environment, 57% in social and in governance. Sustainability, charitability and the championing of women are…
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14 JuneDesigners
Molly Brown London achieves Butterfly Mark
Molly Brown London has become the first children’s jewellery brand to achieve the Positive Luxury Butterfly Mark. To achieve the Butterfly Mark, companies must achieve a minimum of 50% in each area of ESG assessment. Molly Brown London achieved 62% in environment, 54% in social and 57% in governance. The…
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Mar- 2023 -8 MarchManufacturers
Dimexon joins United Nations’ WEP
Diamond supplier Dimexon has announced that it has become a signatory of the United Nations’ Women’s Empowerment Principles (WEP). WEP is a set of guidelines designed to promote gender equality within the workplace, and beyond. By becoming a signatory of the WEP, Dimexon is planning to further its mission of…
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Sep- 2022 -14 SeptemberManufacturers
Dimexon joins the Watch and Jewellery Initiative 2030
Dimexon has joined as a member of the Watch and Jewellery Initiative 2030, a global initiative founded by luxury groups Kering and Cartier. The Watch and Jewellery Initiative 2030 was launched in October last year, and its mission is to unite companies in the industry to work collaboratively towards ethical…
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Jul- 2022 -19 JulyRetailers
Dimexon launches first ESG report
Ethical diamond supplier Dimexon has announced the launch of its first Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) report – “Diamonds with Purpose”. The report aims to highlight ESG achievements over the years and to set new sustainability and ethical goals for 2023, 2025 and 2030. Among its aims include 100% traceability…
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Dec- 2021 -10 DecemberManufacturers
Alrosa and AWDC renew cooperation agreement
Alrosa has announced a renewal of its cooperation agreement with the Antwerp World Diamond Centre (AWDC), the official representative of the Antwerp diamond industry. The objective of the agreement is to improve the scope and efficiency of the ties between Alrosa and AWDC, and to commit to supporting the diamond…
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Jul- 2021 -29 JulyInternational
Alrosa commits £155m to ESG initiatives in 2020
Alrosa, the global diamond company, has revealed its social and environmental investments totalled $216m (£155m) in 2020. The investment represents approximately 8% of the group’s total revenue for the year, and consisted mainly of social commitments. Some $141m (£101m) was contributed towards pension funds under non-state insurance programmes for employees,…
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