Trade Organisations

Gem-A launches first entry-level online gemmology qualification

The Gemmological Association of Great Britain (Gem-A) has expanded its portfolio of gemmology qualifications with the launch of an online-only,…

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JewelFund opens applications for fifth year

The Jewellers Academy has announced it has opened applications for its JewelFund for its fifth year, offering jewellers a £1,000…

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The SGT expands UK-wide ethical making pledge

The Scottish Goldsmiths Trust (SGT) has officially launched the expansion of the ethical making pledge to art colleges and training…

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RJC unveils leadership shakeup

The Responsible Jewellery Council (RJC), the standards organisation for the global jewellery and watch industry, has announced seven new board…

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RapNet bans Russian diamonds

RapNet, the diamond trading network, has banned Russian diamonds from its platform amid the country’s ongoing attack on Ukraine. According…

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Nivoda launches new website amid rebrand

Nivoda, the online diamond marketplace, has announced a rebrand of the business, including the launch of a new website to…

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RJC executive director steps down amid ongoing Russia conflict

The Responsible Jewellery Council’s (RJC) executive director, Iris Van der Veken, has reportedly resigned from her role following the organisation’s…

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NAJ expands team through gov kickstarter scheme

The National Association of Jewellers has welcomed Ahmed Mohammed and Mojtaba Noori into its team as part of the government-funded…

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Alrosa suspends Natural Diamond Council membership

The Natural Diamond Council (NDC) has announced that Alrosa has stepped down from the board and will cease all financial…

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Alrosa steps down from Responsible Jewellery Council board

The Responsible Jewellery Council (RJC) has announced that Alrosa has voluntarily stepped down from its position as vice-chair, temporarily leaving…

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