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The 2nd SEZ Gem and Jewellery Conclave

Conclave provided valuable insights in technology, branding, exports, SEZ policy

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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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Tiffany & Co. Makes a Landmark Statement in Bangkok with First-Ever Thailand Building Wrap

The 1,598-sq.-Metre Installation Transforms Exchange Tower in Asok into a Giant Showcase for the Iconic Tiffany HardWear Collection

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Tiffany & Co. has made a striking statement in Thailand with the launch of its first-ever building wrap in the country, transforming the façade of Exchange Tower in Bangkok’s Asok district into a dramatic visual tribute to its iconic HardWear collection. The installation spans more than 1,598 square metres, turning one of the city’s prominent landmarks into a large-scale expression of the jewellery house’s design identity.

At the centre of the installation is the Tiffany HardWear Graduated Link Necklace in 18K Yellow Gold with Pavé Diamonds. The statement piece features the collection’s signature graduated links, crafted in 18K yellow gold and set with round brilliant-cut diamonds in a refined honeycomb setting designed to maximise light and brilliance.

The HardWear collection draws inspiration from a 1962 bracelet design discovered in Tiffany’s archives. The collection translates that archival influence into a contemporary design language associated with strength, resilience, boldness and empowerment, while retaining the House’s distinctive craftsmanship and heritage.

By presenting the necklace on an architectural scale, Tiffany & Co. has taken the idea of jewellery beyond the traditional boutique environment and into Bangkok’s urban landscape. The combination of gold, diamonds, scale and architectural visibility creates an immersive brand statement designed to capture attention across the busy Asok commercial district.

The landmark activation marks an important moment for Tiffany & Co. in the Thai market, demonstrating how the Maison is using large-scale creative experiences to bring its jewellery icons and heritage closer to a wider audience. The installation also reinforces HardWear as one of Tiffany’s contemporary design signatures, connecting archival heritage with modern luxury and visual storytelling.

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