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The 2nd SEZ Gem and Jewellery Conclave
Conclave provided valuable insights in technology, branding, exports, SEZ policy
The Second SEZ Gem and Jewellery Conclave held at Bharatratnam Mega CFC in SEEPZ, Mumbai, brought together influential stakeholders from across the gem and jewellery sector to deliberate on industry growth, innovation, and policy advancements.The conclave provided valuable insights into the latest industry trends in technology, branding, exports.
The conclave was inaugurated by Dr P Anbalagan, IAS, Principal Secretary, Industries Department, Government of Maharashtra. Present at the inauguration were Kirit Bhansali, Chairman, GJEPC, Saunak Parikh, Vice Chairman, GJEPC, Suvankar Sen, MD, Senco Gold & Diamonds, Sabyasachi Ray, ED, GJEPC, Colin Shah, Head of the Working Group, Bharat Ratnam Mega CFC and Adil Kotwal, Director – SEEPZ GJ Manufacturers Association.
Dr. P Anbalagan in his inaugural address said “The Union and state governments aim to grow India’s economy from USD 3 trillion to USD 30 trillion, requiring double-digit growth across sectors, with Maharashtra as a key driver. As the state with the highest FDI, Maharashtra targets a USD 1 trillion economy in 4-5 years, needing 13-14% annual growth. We are looking at the GJ sector as generator of employment and employment.The employment intensive GJ sector will be cornerstone of Maharashtra becoming a $1 trillion economy.The GJ sector in Maharashtra is contributing 47 per cent of India’s GJ exports.”
Track 1 – Technology included: Platinum Group Metal Recycling , Dr Debashish Bhattacharya, Technical Director of Covalence, India, Casting, Stamping and Tubing in Platinum, Dr. Peter Hofmann, Chairman of INDUTHERM, Germany and Rakesh Jangid, Technical Director, Lagor India, 3D Printing of Precious Metal for Commercial Use-Dr Andrea Friso, R&D Head, Legor Italy ,Technology in Diamond Testing, Jayant Kulkarni , Partner ,SGL, Challenges in Identification of Lab Grown Diamonds by Deepa Srinivasa, Chief Gemmologist – Research & Development – GSI, India
Track 2 – Branding included: Redefining Businesses by Sachin Jain, Educator, LÉCOLE School of Jewellery Arts , Dubai, Revitalizing Diamond Desire by Amit Pratihari, Managing Director, De Beers.
Track 3 – Investments included: Booster to G&J Manufacturing by Sabyasachi Ray, Executive Director, GJEPC ,Draft Report of Common SoP for SEZs by Nishant, Partner, ELP.
With key decision-makers in attendance, the conclave promises to be an influential platform for shaping the future of the sector.
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Mikimoto Sheds Light on L’éclat, a Celestial High Jewelry Collection
Debuting at Paris Haute Couture Week, The 60-Piece Collection Celebrates Light, Brilliance and Exceptional Pearl Craftsmanship
Mikimoto has introduced its latest high jewellery collection, L’éclat, during Paris Haute Couture Week, presenting a dazzling tribute to light, brilliance and celestial beauty. The 60-piece collection blends the brand’s iconic cultured pearls with rare coloured gemstones, creating bold, contemporary designs inspired by the energy and radiance of light.
Among the collection’s highlights is the Solaire collar necklace, centred on a remarkable 104.52-carat tourmaline, complemented by cascading Akoya cultured pearls, sapphires, emeralds and diamonds. Another standout is a striking 12-row Akoya cultured pearl necklace featuring sculptural light-inspired motifs, accented with South Sea pearls, diamonds and mother-of-pearl, accompanied by a matching ring set with a 19 mm South Sea pearl.
Inspired by the explosive beauty of stars, the Supernova rings combine white diamonds, yellow diamonds and pink sapphires to capture the brilliance of a stellar burst. The collection also features dramatic L’éclat brooches, designed to resemble shooting stars, showcasing rare gemstones including 18.14-carat morganite and 28.2-carat blue tourmaline paired with Akoya pearls and coloured sapphires.
Adding an artistic touch, several brooches pay homage to masterpieces by Vincent van Gogh and Claude Monet.
Designs inspired by The Starry Night, Sunflowers, and Water Lilies feature an exquisite combination of golden South Sea pearls, lapis lazuli, turquoise, blue tourmaline, purple sapphires, demantoid garnets, and diamonds.
With L’éclat, Mikimoto once again showcases its mastery of pearls, gemstones and haute jewellery, presenting a collection that embodies optimism, inner strength and timeless elegance.
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