Sustainability
Sustainability has become a defining priority for the UK jewellery trade, influencing consumer choices and shaping business practices across the supply chain. For jewellers, designers, manufacturers, and suppliers, staying informed on sustainable materials, ethical sourcing, and environmental initiatives is critical to meeting market expectations and regulatory demands. Jewellery Focus offers in-depth coverage on sustainability, including case studies, industry innovations, certifications, and insights into how businesses are adapting to a more responsible future.
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Dec- 2025 -22 DecemberRetailers
Kering to acquire 20% stake in Raselli Franco
Kering has agreed to acquire a minority stake in Raselli Franco Group, one of Europe’s largest independent luxury jewellery manufacturers, in a deal that paves the way for full ownership by 2032. The French luxury group said it will initially acquire a 20% stake in the family-owned Italian business for…
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15 DecemberAppointments
Responsible Jewellery Council appoints new standards committee co-chairs
The Responsible Jewellery Council has appointed Sara Yood and Eduard Stefanescu as co-chairs of its standards committee, as the organisation continues work on updating its global responsible business standards. Yood is president and chief executive of the Jewellers Vigilance Committee, while Stefanescu is sustainability manager at precious metals firm C.HAFNER.…
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9 DecemberTrade Organisations
Hockley Mint’s Gary Wroe receives 2025 NAJ Chair’s Award
The National Association of Jewellers (NAJ) has named Gary Wroe, managing director of Hockley Mint, as the winner of the 2025 NAJ Chair’s Award. The award recognises his long-standing contribution to the UK jewellery industry, and was presented at the Benevolent Society Christmas Ball at the Grand Hotel in Birmingham…
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8 DecemberRetailers
AG and Sons supports UK reforestation with planting of 200 trees
Family-run fine diamond jewellery brand AG and Sons has planted 200 trees in partnership with Time4Trees as part of its environmental sustainability efforts. The initiative supports verified UK tree-planting and reforestation projects intended to improve biodiversity and contribute to long-term carbon capture. The company’s newly planted woodland is located at…
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Nov- 2025 -21 NovemberRetailers
The Betts Group invests in Fairever to boost responsibly sourced metals
The Betts Group has made a strategic investment in German precious metals supplier Fairever, strengthening a long-standing partnership focused on expanding responsibly sourced gold and silver across Europe. The Birmingham-based firm said the investment would broaden access to materials such as Single Mine Origin (SMO) Gold and AgAIN Silver, while…
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20 NovemberDesigners
Monica Vinader to make Liverpool debut at Liverpool One
Monica Vinader has announced that it is set to open its first store in Liverpool after agreeing a deal with Landsec for a unit at Liverpool One. Located in Keys Court, the 1,000 sq ft store will open next spring. Keys Court is being transformed by Landsec into a dual-sided…
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19 NovemberTrade Organisations
RJC appoints Purvi Shah as executive director
The Responsible Jewellery Council has appointed Purvi Shah as its new executive director, with her tenure due to begin on 7 February 2026. Shah, who has more than 15 years’ experience in sustainability and responsible business practice across the jewellery sector, has played a central role in shaping Environmental, Social…
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13 NovemberDesigners
Ottoman Hands to release first solid gold jewellery range for 15th anniversary
Ottoman Hands will mark its 15th anniversary with the release of its first solid gold collection, due to go on sale exclusively through its website on 5 November 2025. The British jewellery brand, which began on a Portobello Road market stall, will introduce four 14ct yellow gold pieces featuring lab-grown…
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5 NovemberAppointments
De Beers reshuffles executive team as COO steps down
De Beers Group has announced senior management changes as chief operating officer Burger Greeff prepares to retire at the end of the year after more than 30 years with the company. Kevin Smith, currently executive vice-president of corporate affairs and strategy, will become interim chief operating officer from 1 December…
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3 NovemberDesigners
Sarah Jessica Parker joins Astrea London as creative director
Astrea London has announced the appointment of actor and entrepreneur Sarah Jessica Parker as global creative director and founding partner. The company, founded in 2023 by chief executive Nathalie Morrison, said Parker will help shape its creative direction and global brand strategy while promoting its social impact initiatives. Parker is…
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