DUBAI DIAMOND CONFERENCE
DIAMOND 2.0: A STRATEGIC RESET
Reigniting Desire, Unlocking New Value
25 & 27 October 2026, Almas Tower
26 October 2026, SO/ Uptown Dubai
About the Event
The global diamond industry stands at a defining moment.
Traditional demand models are under pressure. Consumer expectations are evolving. New forms of value creation are emerging.
Organised by DMCC, Dubai Diamond Conference 2026 is a three-day programme bringing together industry leaders from across the diamond value chain to explore how natural diamonds can strengthen their position as objects of enduring desire while opening new avenues for value creation through investment and innovation.
As part of Dubai Diamond Week, Dubai Diamond Conference 2026 returns with a clear mandate under the theme Diamond 2.0: A strategic reset. Reigniting desire, unlocking new value. Focused on reigniting consumer demand for natural diamond jewellery and unlocking new investment-led growth, the conference aims to move beyond discussion and build a shared strategic roadmap for the future of the industry.
The Dubai Diamond week experience includes:
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Moments from 2024
A look back at the conversations, connections and industry leaders that shaped the last edition of Dubai Diamond Conference.
The best Diamond Conference I have attended in many many years.
Jim Pounds, President, Dominion Diamonds Marketing…one of the best diamond conferences we have experienced in the past decade.
Ronnie Van der Linden, President, LDMA…It was a privilege to participate in this highly representative international forum that provided a platform for the leading diamond industry representatives ... The panel sessions were very engaging, and I am sure that we all have received good food for further deliberations on the future of our industry.
Sergey Ivanov, CEO, ALROSACongratulations for this exceptional conference. Dubai has outdone itself…
Elodie Daguzan, Head of Communications and Industry Relations and Goodwill, Ambassador of DDI…The Dubai Diamond Conference really was a tremendous few days and I wanted to thank you and the team for being extremely courteous and accommodating of all our needs before and during the event. Once again, thank you very much and I look forward to seeing you all again.
Christopher Sanger, Trade Development Manager, De Beers GroupOne of the best conferences I have been to. What impressed me the most was that it was full even in the afternoon, in fact it was too full… Quality of the speakers was very impressive.
Zachary Cafaratti, CEO, Dalma CapitalWell done on a very well organised conference with very relevant and current topics. I was thoroughly and enjoyably engaged...
Stephen Wetherall, CEO, Lucapa Diamond Company Limited…It was a very interesting conference to attend and the organisation was just perfect, well done!
Etienne Marvillet, Assistant Director Product & Sales, Gemfields…Having participated at multiple industry events I can say that the organization of the conference was highly professional and subjects discussed were very important and relevant to our industry. […] Looking forward to the next conference and continuing the discussion with the DMCC how technology can assist in creating value to the DMCC customers and community.
David Block, CEO, Sarine Technology Group…It was a pleasure to participate - a great conference with a perfect organization!
Dr Bernold Richerzhagen, President & CEO, Synova
About DMCC
DMCC is a leading international business district that drives the flow of global trade through Dubai. As a single economic platform where commodities, capital and technologies converge, DMCC enables companies to access high-growth markets and global opportunity at scale. Through specialised industry ecosystems, flexible commercial and property solutions and direct access to expertise, partners and talent, we make it easier for our members to do business from one of the world’s most strategically positioned trading hubs. This is why DMCC is home to over 26,000 multinationals and high-impact startups, reinforcing Dubai’s position as a global centre for trade and innovation.
DMCC is where the world does business.
For more information, visit dmcc.ae
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