AWDC Annual Report 2014

The impressive figures booked by the Antwerp diamond community speak for themselves, yet they do not tell the whole story of 2014. With diamond imports and exports setting record highs in terms of value, Antwerp again confirmed its leading role in the global diamond trade, remaining the preferred global partner. The opportunities as well as the challenges of the global diamond industry are well known. Issues related to sustainable financing and a global economic downturn made for a challenging year, but we are now experiencing a slow but steady recovery – particularly in the largest as well as emerging consumer markets.

In 2014, AWDC reinforced ties with important diamond countries such as Russia, Canada and with southern African producers, hosting their leading representatives. We visited and solidified trade relations in crucial markets worldwide, including China and the USA. And we took more networking initiatives than ever before, locally as well as internationally.

“Antwerp has been the leader of the diamond industry for over 500 years, and has risen above every challenge we have faced. The Antwerp World Diamond Centre sees no reason for this to change anytime soon,” says Ari Epstein, CEO of AWDC. “Temporary setbacks are just that – temporary – and 2014 is certainly not the final chapter in the amazing story of diamonds.”

You can download the full AWDC Annual Report 2014 below.