Supply Chain
The supply chain is the backbone of the UK jewellery industry, connecting designers, manufacturers, wholesalers, and retailers. For trade professionals, understanding supply chain dynamics is essential to managing costs, ensuring ethical sourcing, and maintaining resilience in the face of global challenges. Jewellery Focus provides expert coverage on supply chain developments, from material sourcing and logistics to regulatory changes and sustainability initiatives, helping businesses stay agile and informed in a competitive market.
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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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May- 2024 -1 MayRetailers
Under Her Eyes debuts first jewellery range
New British brand Under Her Eyes has announced the launch of its first jewellery range. The new launch features three collections, namely The Daryl, The Astrid and The Cressida. The Daryl collection is inspired by the sharp heart shaped edges of antique jewellery boxes and the concept of “hard love”,…
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Mar- 2024 -5 MarchTrade Organisations
Responsible Jewellery Council appoints new chair
The Responsible Jewellery Council (RJC) has announced the appointment of Dave Meleski, president, and CEO of Richline Group, as its new chair. Meleski is taking over as chair from David Bouffard, who is term-limited after being elected to two three-year terms in 2018. Bouffard will step down as chair on…
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Feb- 2024 -28 FebruaryRetailers
Facet launches The Timeless Classics Collection
Facet has announced the launch of its first fully traceable range, The Timeless Classics Collection, ensuring responsible sourcing and sustainable practices throughout the supply chain through the certified and audited traceability offered by Tracemark. It said that amid a complex global scenario of geopolitical tensions and economic sanctions, the diamond…
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16 FebruaryManufacturers
De Beers Group Ignite launches new diamond verification tool
De Beers Group Ignite has launched its latest diamond verification instrument, AMS Micro, to offer “rapid”, “automated” and “autonomous” screening of high volumes of the smallest melee diamonds. The first AMS Micro instrument will be delivered to the Swiss office of leading diamond manufacturer De Beers Group Sightholder, KGK, at…
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Jan- 2024 -30 JanuaryRetailers
Pandora shifts to only recycled silver and gold
Pandora has today (30 January 2024) announced it has changed its precious metals supply and is now sourcing only recycled silver and gold for all its jewellery. The shift avoids significant greenhouse gas emissions, as mining requires more energy and resources than recycling. The carbon footprint of recycled silver is…
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Nov- 2023 -7 NovemberDesigners
Considered Jewellery launches debut ‘Created in the UK’ collection
Considered Jewellery, a new online jewellery brand, has announced the launch of its debut signature collection. The premium range of responsibly produced jewellery is made from recycled sterling silver with Fairmined gold vermeil and has been created entirely in the UK. The debut range has been produced in Hatton Garden…
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6 NovemberRetailers
Kiki McDonough receives RJC certification
Kiki McDonough Ltd has been recently certified by the Responsible Jewellery Council (RJC). As an RJC member, the brand commits to operating its business in accordance with the RJC Code of Practices Standard by integrating ethical, human rights, social and environmental considerations into its day-to-day operations, business planning activities and…
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Oct- 2023 -16 OctoberNews
Tracr and Sarine to collaborate on diamond traceability solution
Tracr Limited and Sarine Technologies Limited have announced a partnership to collaborate on a scalable, “cost-effective” solution for use in tracking diamonds from their source to the point of entry into G7 countries. The solution combines the complementary benefits of both the Tracr platform and Sarine’s Diamond Journey traceability solution.…
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Sep- 2023 -15 SeptemberFeatures
How UK jewellers can champion sustainable sourcing in their business
An increasing number of UK jewellery brands are adopting sustainable sourcing due to a boost in customer demand. Since the explosion of climate change activists inspired by Greta Thunberg in August 2018, customers have become attuned to the environmental impact of material sourcing. As such, demand has risen for companies…
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