IDEX Online Joins Responsible Jewellery Council as a Supporter

(IDEX Online News) - The Responsible Jewellery Council (RJC) today announced that IDEX Online SA, the leading provider of trading services and content for the diamond industry, has joined the Council’s membership as a Supporter. The announcement was made at the RJC’s press conference held at BASELWORLD 2011.

“We are delighted to announce IDEX Online SA as a new Supporter of the Responsible Jewellery Council. IDEX Online joins ABN AMRO, Compagnie Financière Richemont SA and BASELWORLD, the World Watch and Jewellery Show, as valuable RJC Supporters and more than 270 companies and Trade Associations in the Council’s growing membership. Many RJC Members have commenced the process towards Certification and we look forward to announcing their achievements over the coming months,” says Matt Runci, RJC’s Chairman.

“IDEX Online SA is an innovative diamond trading environment that links the best of the diamond tradition with the most advanced in today's technology, representing the diamond and internet industries. We are looking forward to supporting RJC by spreading its message of solid responsible business practices in the entire jewelry industry and to give our active contribution to Sustainable Development, “says Abraham Stern, CEO of IDEX Online SA.

About RJC

The Responsible Jewellery Council is an international not-for-profit organization bringing together more than 270 member companies committed to promoting responsible ethical, human rights, social and environmental practices in a transparent and accountable manner throughout the jewelry industry from mine to retail. Their commitment aims to reinforce consumer and stakeholder confidence in diamond, gold and platinum metals jewelry products. The Council has developed the RJC Member Certification System, a certification system – which will apply to all Members’ businesses that contribute to the diamond, gold and platinum metals jewelry supply chain. All Commercial Members of the RJC are required to be audited by accredited, third party auditors to verify their conformance with the RJC’s Code of Practices and become certified under the RJC Member Certification System. A full list of its Members can be found on the web at www.responsiblejewellery.com.

About IDEX Online SA

IDEX Online SA is a leading provider of trading services and content for the diamond industry. Anchored by the world's largest online diamond inventory, valued at over $4 billion with more than 3,000 buyer requests at any given time, IDEX Online SA includes objective wholesale pricing information, market trends, and up-to-date industry news and analysis. Founded in 2000 by experienced industry professionals, IDEX Online SA maintains offices in all major diamond centers worldwide, ensuring a secure, unbiased and user-friendly environment to meet the needs of thousands of traders anytime, anywhere. More information on www.idexonline.com.