Year: 2018

Retail footfall drops in February

Retail footfall decreased by 0.5% in February 2018, and is a major decline compared with the rate of 1.0% seen…

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WDC president discusses Kimberley processes at UN event

World Diamond Council (WDC) acting president Stephane Fischler joined a renowned group of executives and dignitaries yesterday at a United…

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TAG Heuer becomes official partner of Aston Martin

Andy Palmer, president and CEO of Aston Martin has announced that TAG Heuer has been chosen as the company’s official…

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Violent crime against retail staff doubles

There has been in ‘concerning spike’ in the number of violent incidents against retail staff, according to a survey by…

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Natalie Perry Jewellery secures La Maison Couture as new stockist

Ethical jewellery designer, Natalie Perry has announced a partnership with La Maison Couture, which will see the designer enter the…

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Is silversmithing at risk?

“It has become very difficult for many silversmithing workshops to find new staff today”, says silversmith Richard Fox. He says…

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A question of integrity

The Responsible Jewellery Council (RJC) has in recent years positioned itself as a leader for responsible business in the jewellery…

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Business in the Community launches ‘healthier workplace’ toolkit

Business in the Community (BITC), in association with Public Health England (PHE), has launched a new physical activity, healthy eating…

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De Beers announces rough diamond demand is strong for second cycle in 2018

De Beers has released data on its second cycle of rough diamond sales for 2018, with revenues provisionally secured at…

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Twin Hong Kong jewellery shows attract record 87,000 buyers

Featuring more than 4,550 exhibitors, the fifth Hong Kong International Diamond, Gem and Pearl Show and the 35th Hong Kong…

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