SPECTRUMGIA’s Advanced Synthetic Diamond Seminars Come
To Mumbai, London & Carlsbad
Gemological Institute of America (GIA), the world’s foremost
authority in gemmology, will offer its new Advanced
Synthetic Diamond seminars in August in Mumbai and
London, and in October at its world headquarters in
Carlsbad, California. The seminar dates coincide with
the gem and jewellery events or trade shows in each city.
Participants will have the opportunity to gain in-depth
knowledge of advanced diamond identification techniques
and to have a hands-on experience with the current
production of synthetic diamonds and the latest detection
technology. While there are no pre-requisites, previous
gemmological training or experience is recommended.
Taught by GIA research scientists and experienced
classroom instructors, the seminars will combine lectures
with practical lab instruction, including the latest GIA
instrumentation for differentiating natural diamonds from
CVD and HPHT synthetic diamonds and diamond simulants.
Instruments include the GIA iD100™, GIA DiamondCheck™
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and GIA UV Lamp with Viewing Cabinet. The GIA
research scientist presenting the seminar will have
expert knowledge of synthetic diamond as a material, its
identification and gemmological characteristics, along
with the processes used by GIA’s laboratories to separate
synthetic from natural diamonds. To provide the most
effective instruction, registrations are limited to 20 or
fewer, depending on the location.
Held at GIA schools in each city, the seminars are
scheduled around other industry events, including the
GIA International Gemological Symposium in Carlsbad,
California; the Hong Kong Gem and Mineral Show; the
India International Fashion Jewellery & Accessories Show;
and the International Jewellery London trade show. The
cost and specific curriculum for each seminar will vary by
location. Discounted pricing is available for GIA Alumni
who have completed a certificate course or diploma
programme. Dubai Diamond Exchange Elects New Board
Dubai Diamond Exchange (DDE), a Dubai Multi
Commodities Centre (DMCC) platform, and the only
bourse in the Middle East affiliated with the World
Federation of Diamond Bourses (WFDB), has elected its
new Board of Directors with DDE chairman, Ahmed Bin
Sulayem, at the helm.
“The Dubai Diamond Exchange has rapidly grown
to a focal point for the global diamond trade with over
1,000 members and monthly tenders further connecting
producers and buyers fuelling further growth. We welcome
the newly elected Board of Directors to the DDE who will
bring in fresh views and expertise to further boost our key
strategic goals, particularly around rough and polished
diamond tenders, to elevate our diamond marketplace
for the benefit of Dubai and the industry worldwide,” said
Ahmed Bin Sulayem, executive chairman, DMCC and DDE
chairman.
The newly elected DDE Board of Directors includes
chairman Ahmed Bin Sulayem, executive chairman, DMCC,
and directors Amit Dhamani, CEO and MD, Dhamani
Jewels, Davy Blommaert, unit head, Precious Metals &
Diamonds, National Bank of Fujairah, Gautam Sashittal,
CEO, DMCC, Maryam Al Hashemi, director of the UAE
Kimberley Process Office, Mike Aggett, general manager,
TAGS, Rihen Mehta, chairman, 7 Cs Group, and Sanjeev
Dutta, executive director – Commodities, DMCC.
“The Dubai Diamond Exchange sits at the heart of
the region’s diamond trade and offers a significant
contribution to the United Arab Emirates’ national
economic diversification strategy. There are many factors
driving the success of the Exchange but none more so than
its ability to listen to the needs of the market and adapt
accordingly. The announcement is testament to that, and
the DDE Board of Directors is all set to drive continued
growth of the Exchange and deliver world-class services
for all its members and affiliates,” said Gautam Sashittal.
“DMCC is all about creating and growing marketplaces
for commodities trade which in turn has enabled Dubai to
secure its position as one of the world’s leading physical
gold markets, and one of the top three hubs for the
diamond trade. That is why we continue to innovate, and
push boundaries for market participants regionally and
internationally,” Bin Sulayem concluded.