Curious to discover where diamonds begin their journey from mine to market? Diamond Trading Company Botswana stands before you. This is no ordinary building. It is a place where rough diamonds are transformed.
Diamond Trading Company Botswana is a vital enterprise. It is a 50/50 joint venture. The Government of Botswana and De Beers Group are partners. Together, they oversee the world’s most advanced rough diamond operation.
Imagine 45 million carats passing through here each year. That is the sorting capacity of Diamond Trading Company Botswana. Diamonds arrive directly from Debswana Diamond Company. This company is also a 50/50 partnership between Botswana and De Beers. Their main purpose is to mine and recover diamonds responsibly.
Inside Diamond Trading Company Botswana, experts meticulously sort each diamond. They categorize them using the 4Cs. These are carat weight, cut, clarity, and color. This process ensures each diamond is properly valued.
The sorted diamonds are distributed under a Sales Agreement. 75% goes to De Beers Sightholder Sales. The remaining 25% goes to the Okavango Diamond Company. This distribution supports a sustainable diamond industry in Botswana.
Diamond Trading Company Botswana aims to unlock diamond value. Their goal is adding sparkle to lives. This vision is driven by pioneering new methods of sorting and valuing. They focus on optimizing the potential of each diamond. This enhances their market value and ensures maximum returns.
The company’s history dates back to 1972. Botswana Development Corporation and De Beers formed Botswana Diamond Valuing Company. By 1977, it became a subsidiary of DEBSWANA. In 2006, the agreement to establish Diamond Trading Company Botswana was signed. This was a catalyst for beneficiation.
Diamond Trading Company Botswana values safety above all else. They consider all risks before any activity. Zero harm is the ultimate goal. Passion fuels their work with diamonds. They value the challenges and opportunities.
Teamwork is essential. Diamond Trading Company Botswana unites diverse skills. They care deeply about communities and the environment. The company shapes the future. They find new ways to improve. They set demanding targets and reward excellence.
Diamond Trading Company Botswana is more than a sorting facility. It is a symbol of Botswana’s diamond industry. It exemplifies precision, timeliness, and citizen empowerment. The company transitioned from a reactive industry to a leadership position. It redefines diamond sorting through innovation and technology. This is Diamond Trading Company Botswana.