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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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The Next Generation Metal In Jewelry Collections Yuliya Kutovaya Jewelry
A Rare Fusion Of Eastern Heritage and Cutting-Edge Metallurgy, The Lagan Osmium Collection Redefines Contemporary Jewelry Design
Jewelry designer Yuliya Kutovaya presents the new Lagan Osmium collection, created in collaboration with the Osmium Institute. The collection embodies a contemporary approach to design, merging tradition with innovation.
At the core of the concept lies the aesthetic of traditional Eastern culture combined with the uniqueness of osmium as an innovative jewelry material.
–Yuliya Kutovaya Said:
“The idea for the collection originated from the image of the Uzbek lagan — a round, decorated serving plate traditionally placed at the center of the table, around which guests gather. In my imagination, I sought to unite this symbol of Eastern hospitality with a material that represents something truly unique and captivating. Osmium became a metaphor for the central element around which form and ornament are built.”
Crystalline osmium is an innovative platinum group metal — the rarest and densest precious metal in the world. It is highly resistant to external influences, and its natural structure does not require cutting.
The Lagan Osmium pieces are adorned with the refined vegetal “Islimi” pattern — a traditional Eastern ornament commonly found in wood carving. The tactile relief of the jewelry conveys the sensation of natural surfaces, while the contemporary interpretation of the ornament reflects the artistic heritage of Uzbekistan.
The design allows for transformation: the central osmium element can be easily removed.
The collection already has its own story. Last year, Yuliya Kutovaya presented her design at the Osmium Visionary Contest in Germany and subsequently continued her creative collaboration with the Osmium Institute. The collection will be showcased in May at the international exhibition GemGenève in Switzerland.
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