HRD Antwerp and Bharat Ratnam Mega CFC Announce Strategic Collaboration at IIJS Premiere 2025

Aug 02, 2025

HRD Antwerp and Bharat Ratnam Mega CFC Announce Strategic Collaboration at IIJS Premiere 2025HRD Antwerp, Europe’s leading authority in Diamond and Jewellery Grading, Education and Equipment, has officially launched its operations within the Bharat Ratnam Mega Common Facility Centre (CFC) in Mumbai. This collaboration was unveiled during the prestigious IIJS Premiere 2025 and marks a significant leap in advancing India’s jewellery ecosystem with world-class diamond certification services.

The inauguration ceremony was held in the presence of key dignitaries including Mr. Ravi Menon, CEO of Bharat Ratnam Mega CFC; Mr. Tom Neys, Global Marketing, Sales & Education Director, HRD Antwerp; and Mr. Ramakant Mitkar, Managing Director, HRD Antwerp India. The event was attended by industry leaders, manufacturers, retailers and board members of the Mega CFC.

Situated in the heart of Mumbai’s thriving gem and jewellery district, the newly established facility offers a full suite of diamond certification services for diamonds and jewellery, both natural and lab grown.

Mr. Ravi Menon, CEO of Bharat Ratnam Mega CFC added, “The Bharat Ratnam Mega CFC was envisioned to provide a competitive edge to Indian manufacturers through access to the best technologies and expertise. HRD Antwerp’s presence within our ecosystem is a powerful addition toward fulfilling that vision.”

Commenting on the launch, Mr. Tom Neys, Global Marketing, Sales & Education Director, HRD Antwerp said, “India continues to be one of the most influential players in the global diamond and jewellery industry. Through this collaboration, HRD Antwerp aims to bring its legacy of grading precision and trust to a wider spectrum of Indian manufacturers and exporters.”

HRD Antwerp and Bharat Ratnam Mega CFC Announce Strategic Collaboration at IIJS Premiere 2025 2Mr. Ramakant Mitkar, Managing Director, HRD Antwerp India, said,
“With our presence at the Bharat Ratnam Mega CFC, we are not only enhancing accessibility for exporters but also making it easier for local clients including those from the MIDC and surrounding regions to submit their jewellery directly for grading. This marks a significant step in expanding our footprint and making our globally trusted services more approachable across India. With the upcoming trend in lab grown diamonds, HRD Antwerp is committed to educate the end consumers on the authenticity of their jewellery.”

The integration of HRD Antwerp’s services within the Mega CFC is expected to elevate quality standards, enhance global competitiveness, and bolster confidence in Indian-manufactured diamonds and jewellery.

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