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Belgium approves hire of foreign polishers and sorters
The Belgian government has approved a key policy change allowing the diamond industry to hire foreign polishers and sorters without prior labor-market shortage verification. The move addresses an acute skills gap and supports Antwerp’s position as a leading global diamond hub, the Antwerp World Diamond Centre (AWDC) announced.
With the new provision, foreign specialists can now obtain a combined work-and-residence permit more quickly, giving companies smoother access to critical talent.
This decision comes at a pivotal time, enabling Antwerp to fully leverage its recent agreement with the US government. Under the deal, natural diamonds polished within the European Union are exempt from US import tariffs—making Antwerp the only major trading center with tariff-free access to the American market. The city currently exports approximately USD 2.1 billion in polished diamonds to the US each year.
The policy shift is expected to enhance Antwerp’s global competitiveness and support sustained growth in Belgium’s diamond industry.
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Motorsport Meets High Jewellery: Hannah St John Turns Heads with ‘La Velocita’ Diamond Necklace at F1 Event
A 25-carat, 1,800-diamond Masterpiece Inspired by Formula 1 circuits Takes Centre Stage at the Glamour on the Grid ahead of the Australian Grand Prix
At the glamorous lead-up to the Australian Grand Prix, Hannah St John, partner of Liam Lawson, made a striking statement at the Glamour on the Grid event with a one-of-a-kind diamond necklace that seamlessly blended motorsport and haute jewellery.
Titled “La Velocit” (The Speed), the necklace was crafted by Australian atelier Martin Rogers Jewellery. The extraordinary piece features approximately 1,800 diamonds totalling 25 carats, intricately arranged to trace the outlines of iconic Formula 1 circuits from the global racing calendar.
A true testament to craftsmanship, the necklace required an estimated 250–300 hours of meticulous handwork, including weeks dedicated solely to precision diamond setting. Valued at around AUD $500,000 (approximately $350,000 USD), the piece stands as a bold fusion of speed, design, and luxury artistry.
Blurring the lines between engineering inspiration and fine jewellery, “La Velocità” captured attention across the paddock, proving that Formula 1’s influence extends far beyond the track.
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