ICA | GemLab India has opened a new gemological laboratory in Surat. The launch marks the organisation’s entry into the Indian subcontinent. It also expands its global presence in a major diamond processing and jewellery trading hub.
The new laboratory will test and issue reports for diamonds, coloured gemstones and jewellery. It will also identify whether diamonds are natural or synthetic. In addition, the facility will follow the reporting standards and professional practices used across the ICA | GemLab group.
Milan Shah, Co-founder of Kalamandir Jewellers, attended the inauguration as chief guest. Meanwhile, Amira Hatta, Managing Director of ICA | GemLab Global, and Dr. Dietmar Schwarz, Chief Research Scientist at ICA | GemLab Global, attended as guests of honour.
Amira Hatta said, “India is one of the most important markets in the global gems and jewellery industry. Establishing a laboratory in Surat allows us to serve this market directly and bring our analytical capabilities closer to businesses across the jewellery supply chain.”
ICA | GemLab India said, “Surat is the world’s largest centre for diamond policing, making it an important location for our laboratory. We aim to provide manufacturers, retailers, jewellery brands, designers and consumers with reliable gemological information through established testing methods and reporting standards, helping them make informed decisions.”
The new facility brings testing and reporting services closer to manufacturers and traders. As a result, businesses across the jewellery supply chain can access gemological reports more conveniently.
ICA | GemLab operates from its headquarters in Bangkok. The independent laboratory specialises in diamonds, coloured gemstones and jewellery. It is also affiliated with the International Colored Gemstone Association (ICA), a trade body that represents the coloured gemstone industry.
The new laboratory is located at Excellent Business Hub, Lal Darwaja, Surat.
