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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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GIA Celebrates America’s 250th Anniversary With Special Red, White and Blue Gem Showcase
Through This Curated Exhibition, GIA Highlights The Scientific, Historical and Artistic Dimensions Of Gemstones While Commemorating A Major Milestone In American History.
The Gemological Institute of America (GIA) has assembled a distinctive collection of red, white and blue gemstones and pearls to mark the 250th anniversary of the United States. The showcase demonstrates the remarkable diversity of gem materials and highlights how crystal structures, trace elements and natural formation processes influence colour and appearance.
The collection presents a patriotic palette through an array of rare and notable gemstones. Featured in the red category are ruby, red spinel, rhodochrosite and red beryl. A standout exhibit is a finely carved ruby portrait of Abraham Lincoln, underscoring the artistic possibilities of gemstone carving. The display also includes red beryl, one of the world’s rarest gemstones, which is commercially mined only at Utah’s Ruby Violet Mine.
Representing the white and colourless segment are zircon, beryllonite, apophyllite and pearls. Colourless zircon is renowned for its exceptional brilliance and fire, while beryllonite from Maine adds a uniquely American element to the collection. Natural pearls further enrich the display, showcasing the fascinating biomineralisation process through which they are formed inside mollusks.
The blue section features blue spinel, dumortierite, euclase and benitoite. Among these, benitoite holds special significance as California’s state gemstone. First discovered in 1907 and officially designated as the state gem in 1985, benitoite is celebrated for its vivid blue colour and striking sparkle. Despite extensive study, scientists have yet to fully determine the cause of its distinctive hue.
Through this curated exhibition, GIA highlights the scientific, historical and artistic dimensions of gemstones while commemorating a major milestone in American history.
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