IGI
The International Gemological Institute (IGI) is a leading global authority in gemstone certification and grading, trusted by retailers, manufacturers, and consumers alike. IGI plays a key role in verifying quality, authenticity, and ethical sourcing—particularly in the lab-grown diamond and fine gemstone sectors. Jewellery Focus covers IGI’s certification standards, lab innovations, market influence, and role in consumer education. Our reporting supports UK jewellery professionals seeking clarity on grading practices, accreditation, and global benchmarks in quality assurance.
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Apr- 2025 -11 AprilDesigners
Exclusive: Astrea London CEO takes full control in strategic buyout
Nathalie Morrison, CEO of Astrea London, has revealed that she has taken full control of the company after buying out her co-founder’s 50% shareholding. With full ownership now secured, Morrison is accelerating Astrea’s international expansion, building on its current boutiques at the 5-star Fairmont Hotel in Windsor Park and Villa…
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Oct- 2024 -14 OctoberRetailers
Astrea London to open new boutique in Fairmont Windsor Park
Luxury jewellery brand Astrea London is set to open a stand-alone boutique within the entrance lobby of the Fairmont Windsor Park. The boutique will be the first store in the world located within a luxury hotel dedicated to sustainable and lab-grown diamonds. Set to open in mid-October 2024, the boutique…
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Nov- 2023 -3 NovemberManufacturers
Adamas One Corp announces launch of lab-grown colourless diamonds
Lab-grown diamond company Adamas One Corp has announced the initial delivery of colourless diamonds. Adamas One’s “extensive” internal R&D efforts lead to the creation of D, E and F diamonds, which are considered to be colourless as determined by gem grading labs such as GIA, IGI, and EGL. According to…
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Sep- 2023 -13 SeptemberRetailers
Swarovski Created Diamonds collection launches globally
The Swarovski Created Diamonds collection is expanding globally to China, Italy, Korea, Japan, UK, Australia, France, Germany, Austria, and the UAE, after its debut launch in the USA and Canada. Swarovski Created Diamonds are 100% identical to mined diamonds – the only difference is how they originate. They are made…
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Aug- 2023 -21 AugustTrade Organisations
Gem-A warns of scam products as false credentials circulate
Gem-A, the Gemmological Association of Great Britain, has issued a warning to its members, the gemstone trade and the wider public about an ongoing issue with fraudulent jewellery parcels, which are being distributed bearing fake Gem-A credentials and logos. Individuals receiving these parcels are from geographically diverse areas, including the…
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8 AugustAppointments
International Gemological Institute appoints new global CEO
International Gemological Institute (IGI), a Blackstone portfolio company, has announced the appointment of Tehmasp Printer as its new global CEO, effective 1 October 2023. The news comes after Roland Lorie, current CEO, decided to step down after spending nearly five decades building the “largest” network of gemological laboratories and schools…
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Jun- 2023 -14 JuneTrade Organisations
RJC appoints new board members at 2023 AGM
The Responsible Jewellery Council (RJC), the leading standards-setting organisation for the global jewellery and watch industry, has announced that its members on 9 June elected three members to its executive committee of the board of directors, and elected nine members to the board, at its Annual General Meeting (AGM). Edward…
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Sep- 2022 -2 SeptemberRetailers
Lily Arkwright sees 10% YOY growth during ‘Sustainable September’
Lily Arkwright has revealed that it has seen a 10% average year-on-year growth in sales in Sustainable September since 2016. By using lab-grown diamonds, Lily Arkwright’s says its collection is better for the planet, and has seen “significant” growth in recent years as shoppers seek more sustainable product options. In…
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Mar- 2022 -11 MarchEvents
Programme of events unveiled for Vicenzaoro this March
Vicenzaoro is set to rally sector institutions, thought leaders and key influencers for five days of talks and conferences on the evolution and prospects of the gold and jewellery industry. The event will take place in Vicenza from 17th to 21st March 2022 during the International Jewellery Show organised by…
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Jan- 2022 -5 JanuaryTrade Organisations
IGI appoints new senior director of education
The International Gemological Institute (IGI) has named John Pollard as its newest senior director of education. In this newly created role, Pollard will oversee and expand the institute’s educational offerings and diploma programs, currently taught at 14 schools of gemology around the world. The programs include a wide array of…
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