Program aims to educate young consumers about mined stones’ positive qualities.
November spot auction will not take place.
Production down 23% year on year in third quarter.
African producers criticize lack of consultation.
Former Unilever exec will join company December 1, replacing Marc Jacheet.
Miner tested out different cost options during trial of Lightbox engagement rings.
South Africa’s National Union of Mineworkers has been planning industrial action at Venetia deposit.
Parties have been unable to agree on wage rise after four months of negotiations.
Manufacturers, dealers and jewelers overbought during positive periods, ignoring the lessons of previous up-and-down cycles.
South African was also CEO of miner’s parent company, Anglo American.
Operations at Gahcho Kué, Ekati and Diavik continue unhindered.