What Arjav Diamonds does

Arjav Diamonds is a privately held, family-owned Belgian diamantaire founded in Antwerp in 1981 by Ashit Mehta, now in its third generation of family leadership. The company operates across three vertically integrated activities: rough diamond distribution, polished diamond manufacturing, and polished diamond marketing. It is one of the world's significant rough diamond distributors, holding De Beers Sightholder status since 1991 (with a second Botswana sight awarded in 2013) and a long-term contract with Alrosa since 2009, giving it direct pipeline access to the two largest rough producers globally. Rough inventory spans price points from $1/ct to over $10,000/ct.

Manufacturing is concentrated at the company's Gaborone, Botswana facility, equipped with Galaxy, Helium and Sarin planning and cutting technology, and at its expanded Surat, India facility (capacity scaled in 2007). The workforce supports an R&D-driven, on-demand manufacturing capability producing both round brilliants and fancy cuts (Princess, Cushion, Emerald, Asscher, Radiant, Pear, Marquise, Heart, Oval) at "triple excellent" consistency. Polished inventory exceeds 900 assortments covering 0.10ct to over 10ct, clarities IF to I3, and colours D to M, supported by a fully integrated ERP system that enables parametric and bespoke order fulfilment.

The business model is B2B sales-led, distributing through wholly-owned offices and subsidiaries in seven global diamond centers: Antwerp (HQ and trading), Mumbai and Surat (India operations and manufacturing), Gaborone (manufacturing and De Beers operations), Dubai, New York and Hong Kong. Customers are wholesalers, retailers, programme buyers and jewellers served with relationship-based sales and tailored assortments. The company is certified under the Kimberley Process, De Beers Best Practices Principles, the Forevermark Diamantaire program and ISO 9001:2000, with membership in the Antwerp Diamond Bourse, Antwerpsche Diamantkring and Diamantclub van Antwerpen. The A-Star Alliance, formalized in 2017, consolidates Blue Star Diamonds, Auro Manufacturing, and the Aurostar entities under a unified operating network.

Name

Arjav Diamonds

Legal name

Arjav Diamonds N.V.

Website

https://arjavdiamonds.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1981

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

251–500 employees

Short description

Arjav Diamonds is a Belgian, family-owned diamantaire that distributes rough diamonds (via De Beers Sightholder and Alrosa contracts), manufactures polished diamonds in Botswana and India, and markets 900+ assortments to wholesalers, retailers and jewellers across seven global diamond centers.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Diamond Manufacturing and Distribution

NAICS

Nonmetallic Mineral Product Manufacturing (327)

SIC

Wholesale-Jewelry, Watches, Precious Stones & Metals (5094), Jewelry, Silverware & Plated Ware (3910)

akta.pro primary industry

Diamond Cutting & Polishing (Manufacturing) (CRAKAJAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Polished Diamond Trading & Brokerage (CRAKAJAD), Rough Diamond Trading & Brokerage (CRAKAJAC)

Keywords

• Rough diamond distribution
• Polished diamond manufacturing
• Diamond cutting services
• Fancy cut diamonds
• Diamond export trading

Headquarters

HQ city

Antwerp

HQ country

Belgium

HQ region

Europe

Offices7 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Rough Diamond Distribution: Distribution of rough diamonds sourced directly from De Beers, Alrosa, and other major and junior miners. As a De Beers Sightholder and long-term contract holder with Alrosa, the company provides consistent and secure supplies to clients across all product ranges from $1/ct to over $10,000/ct.
2. Polished Diamond Manufacturing and Sales: Manufacturing polished diamonds in Gaborone, Botswana and Surat, India with capabilities ranging from 0.10ct to over 10ct, in clarities from IF to I3 and colours from D to M. Distribution of over 900 assortments including round brilliants and fancy cuts.
3. Specialized Assortments and Services: Tailored assortments, strict parameter fancies, and layouts for jewellery. On-demand manufacturing of fancies and bespoke cuts customized to specific client requests. Service-oriented approach providing highly specific layouts and matching pairs.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels2 records

Core offering

Arjav Diamonds is a vertically integrated diamantaire that sources rough (uncut) diamonds directly from major producers including De Beers (as Sightholder) and Alrosa, manufactures polished diamonds using Galaxy, Helium, and Sarin technology at facilities in Gaborone, Botswana and Surat, India, and distributes over 900 polished assortments ranging from 0.10ct to 10ct+ to wholesalers, retailers, and jewellers globally. The company also offers tailored assortments, matching pairs, and bespoke cut diamonds customized to specific client requirements.

Product overview

Arjav Diamonds operates as a vertically integrated diamond company with three core activities: rough diamond distribution, polished manufacturing, and polished distribution. The company distributes rough diamonds sourced from De Beers (as a Sightholder), Alrosa, and other major/minor miners, manufactured in company-owned facilities in Botswana and India, and sold as polished diamonds across 900+ assortments. The A-Star Alliance network connects operations across seven global diamond centers. The product portfolio includes Pointer, Carat+, and Fancy cut diamonds in certified and uncertified varieties, with specialized assortment services for bespoke client requirements.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Rough Diamonds Distribution Sourcing and distribution of rough (uncut) diamonds from major producers including De Beers and Alrosa. Covers product ranges from $1/ct to over $10,000/ct with direct access to the largest rough diamond producers and flexible assortment creation systems. Targeted at wholesale, retail, and trading customers requiring consistent supply of ethically sourced rough diamonds.
• Polished Diamonds Distribution Distribution of cut and polished diamonds across 900+ assortments ranging from 0.10ct to over 10ct, clarities from IF to I3, and colors from D to M. Includes round brilliants and fancy cuts such as Pointer (0.18ct-0.99ct), Carat+ (1.00ct-5.99ct), Princess, Cushion, Emerald, Asscher, Radiant, Pear, Marquise, Heart, Oval with emphasis on 3Ex and ideal make parameters. Certified by GIA, HRD, and IGI.
• Diamond Manufacturing Services Manufacturing operations in Gaborone, Botswana utilizing cutting-edge Galaxy, Helium, and Sarin technology combined with skilled artisans. Produces round and fancy cut diamonds from 0.10ct to 10ct+ with on-demand manufacturing capabilities, triple excellent consistency, and exact parameter manufacturing. Supports tailored production according to specific client requirements.

Quantifiable outcome

• 900+ diamond assortments available
• +2 more outcomes

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Three partnerships are on record, tiered flagship and core.

• A-Star AllianceflagshipStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2017Formalized in 2017, A-Star Alliance connects Arjav Diamonds with Blue Star Diamonds, Auro Manufacturing, Aurostar DMCC, Aurostar NY Inc., Aurostar (HK) Ltd., and Aurostar Diamonds Botswana for integrated diamond operations across manufacturing and distribution.
• AlrosacoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2009Long-term contract holder with Alrosa since 2009, providing access to Russian rough diamond supply.
• De BeerscoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 1991De Beers Sightholder since 1991, providing consistent access to direct rough diamond supply through long-term contracts. Second De Beers sight awarded in Botswana in 2013. Complies with De Beers Best Practices Principles.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves9 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Alrosa: Alrosa is one of the world's largest diamond miners and a long-term contract supplier to Arjav. Operates upstream in rough production but also has polishing subsidiaries, making it an overlapping player in the broader diamond value chain.
• De Beers Group: De Beers is the world's largest diamond miner and a Sightholder supplier to Arjav. While Arjav is a customer/client, De Beers' downstream Forevermark brand and Best Practices program define the regulatory framework within which Arjav operates as a diamantaire.

Direct peers

• Rosy Blue: Rosy Blue is another major Antwerp-based Sightholder with vertically integrated rough-to-polished operations across global hubs. Direct competitor in rough distribution, polished manufacturing, and B2B diamantaire services with comparable scale and product breadth.
• Steinmetz Diamonds Group: Steinmetz is a vertically integrated diamantaire with rough sourcing and premium polished manufacturing. Comparable in operating model across the rough-to-polished value chain and serving B2B luxury clients.
• KGK Group: KGK is an India-based vertically integrated diamond and jewelry company with rough sourcing, manufacturing in Surat, and global polished distribution. Comparable in scale, geographic footprint, and broad product assortment.
• Leo Schachter Diamonds: Leo Schachter is a global Sightholder with manufacturing in multiple countries and a focus on polished diamond assortments and bespoke cuts. Comparable in being a family-owned, multi-generational diamantaire with vertically integrated operations.
• Dalumi Diamonds: Dalumi is an Israeli Sightholder with rough sourcing, manufacturing, and polished distribution across global markets. Comparable as a mid-large family-run diamantaire with similar product breadth and B2B distribution model.
• Diarough N.V. Diarough is a long-standing Belgian Sightholder and vertically integrated diamond manufacturer/distributor. Operates a similar model of rough sourcing, cutting in India/Africa, and polished distribution across global diamond centers — directly comparable in scale and customer base.
• Blue Star Diamonds: Blue Star Diamonds is part of Arjav's own A-Star Alliance network, focused on diamond manufacturing. Included as a closely affiliated entity operating in the same diamond manufacturing and distribution space.

Regional players

• Petra Diamonds: Petra Diamonds is a London-listed diamond miner producing rough diamonds from African mines. While Arjav is a customer rather than a peer, Petra represents one of the alternative rough supply sources Arjav could diversify into, making it adjacent in the value chain.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance4 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Subsidiaries6 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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