【Brazil; Pará】Illegal Brazilian Gold Linked to Italian Refineries and Tech Giants
Editor’s NoteThis article examines a police investigation into an Italian refinery accused of sourcing gold from an alleged illegal trader in the…
Responsible Sourcing
【New York, US】Tiffany & Co. Strengthens Its Leadership in Diamond Traceability
Editor’s NoteTiffany & Co. has set a new industry standard for transparency by publicly disclosing the complete craftsmanship journey of its newly…
【United Arab 】United Arab Emirates to Audit All Gold Refineries in the Country
Editor’s NoteThe UAE will mandate OECD-aligned audits for all gold refineries starting February 2022 to ensure responsible sourcing. Mandatory Audits…
【Italy】Bulgari Takes the Lead in Using ‘Only 100% Ethically Sourced Gold’
Editor’s NoteBulgari has announced a significant step in its sustainability journey, committing to using only certified gold for its entire jewelry…
【Spain】Tracemark: The Second Generation of the Serret Family Drives Jewelry Traceability
Editor’s NoteThis article highlights Tracemark, a Spanish startup using encrypted software and external audits to ensure the traceability of jewelry…
【Italy】Bulgari to Use 100% Certified and Ethical Gold in All Jewelry from 2022
Editor’s NoteBulgari’s commitment to using only certified, traceable gold from 2025 marks a significant step for the luxury jewelry sector. This move…
【Dubai, Unite】UAE to audit all gold refineries to combat illicit trade
Editor’s NoteThe UAE’s move to mandate annual audits for gold refineries aims to curb illegal trade and improve standards in a major global hub….
【Zoom in ESG ⑳】Companies Managing ESG in Their Supply Chains
Editor’s NoteThis article discusses a 2019 lawsuit filed against several major technology and automotive companies concerning their supply chains….
【France】LVMH Launches a Platform Dedicated to Sustainable Practices in Jewelry
Editor’s NoteThis article highlights a significant industry move towards sustainability, as a major luxury group launches a dedicated platform for…
4 Tips for Auditing an Ethical Supply Chain
Editor’s NoteThis article examines how ethical supply chains have evolved from a compliance issue to a competitive advantage, particularly within the…