"Antwerp the World Capital of Diamonds Conference"

Mr. Freddy Hanard, CEO of the Antwerp World Diamond Center (AWDC) gave a conference on the topic “Antwerp, the world capital of diamonds, present and future” as BLBC’s guest speaker at the Antwerp Hilton.

As to Antwerp’s share in the diamond trade, more than 80% of the world consumption of rough, polished and industrial diamonds passes through Antwerp. Most of the most important sight holders of the Diamond Trading Company (former De Beers Consolidated Mines Ltd) reside in Antwerp.

It is clear that the professional and energetic approach of AWDC will be a major asset to further develop Antwerp’s leading position in line with the changes that are taking place in the world of diamond trade & industry.