Traceability
Traceability is becoming a defining issue for the UK jewellery industry as consumers and regulators demand greater transparency across the supply chain. From responsibly sourced gemstones to ethical precious metals, traceability affects every stage of production and retail. Jewellery Focus covers the latest developments in traceability, including technological innovations, certification schemes, regulatory changes, and brand initiatives. Our insights support jewellers, designers, and suppliers in meeting customer expectations, ensuring compliance, and building trust through transparent practices.
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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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Apr- 2022 -1 AprilRetailers
Lubrusan Studio calls for Russian diamond boycott
Lebrusan Studio has called on the jewellery industry to join in taking an active stance against Russian conflict diamonds. The global diamond industry is worth tens of billions of dollars, and Russia – the world’s leading diamond producer – accounts for around 30% of that market. The majority of Russian…
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Feb- 2022 -25 FebruaryRetailers
Bradley’s Jewellers named accredited retailer of sustainability rated diamonds
Independent jewellery retail business, Bradley’s Jewellers York, has been named an accredited retailer under the SCS 007 Certified Sustainability Rated Diamond Standard by SCS Global Services, making it the first female-owned retailer in the UK to achieve such status. Led by Kay Bradley on Low Petergate, this new accreditation authorises…
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Jun- 2021 -29 JuneAppointments
Opsydia names Jonathan Kendall as non-exec director
Opsydia, the diamond security group, has announced the appointment of Jonathan Kendall to the group’s non-executive board of directors. In the new role, which is set to commence immediately, Kendall will be tasked with contributing towards the firm’s international strategy, as well as advocating for Opsydia’s solutions and its commercial…
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May- 2021 -5 MayManufacturers
HB Antwerp partners with Blockchain Solutions
HB Antwerp has announced a collaboration with Blockchain Solutions which will aim to create more transparency in the diamond industry. The collaboration leverages Blockchain’s technology to provide more security and transparency over traceability data. By doing so, the group will be able to provide customers with “real publicly verifiable” diamond…
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Apr- 2021 -21 AprilRetailers
LVMH and Richemont to develop luxury blockchain platform
LVMH has joined forces with rivals, Prada and Cartier, both part of the Richemont group, in order to develop Aura Blockchain Consortium, a global luxury blockchain. The firms said Aura represents a new way for luxury brands to communicate directly to consumers to share updates on the quality of their…
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Feb- 2021 -15 FebruaryManufacturers
Opsydia launches customisable ID features for diamond trade
Opsydia, a diamond security specialist, has unveiled new classifications for its sub-surface identifiers, allowing diamond manufacturers, brands and grading houses to choose from a range of visibilities to suit their specific requirements. Using the laser technology within the Opsydia System, users can choose from Nano ID features or Loupe ID…
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Jan- 2021 -25 JanuaryManufacturers
HB Antwerp hires Eco-Age for sustainability strategy
HB Antwerp has appointed Eco-Age, sustainability and communications agency, as its retained agency for 2021 to manage strategic partnerships and communications for the business. Established in 2020, HB Antwerp specialises in the procurement of high value rough diamonds and has set up “exclusive partnerships” with some of the world’s leading…
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Sep- 2020 -8 SeptemberFeatures
Getting closer to Colombia’s emeralds
Every emerald should tell its own story, from the day the precious gemstone is mined and held to the light for the first time, to the moment the customer holds a jewel of such beauty in their hand. Colombia’s Chivor, Coscuez and Muzo mines produce the finest emeralds in the…
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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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