Press Release

GIA Expands with State-of-the-Art Laboratory in Dubai

The global diamond industry now has a new, state-of-the-art option for meeting the need for trusted, efficient, and recognized science-based diamond grading services.

Initially serving clients in Dubai free trade zones

CARLSBAD, CA. – February 20, 2024 – The global diamond industry now has a new, state-of-the-art option for meeting the need for trusted, efficient, and recognized science-based diamond grading services. GIA (Gemological Institute of America) opened the GIA Laboratory DMCC (Dubai Multi Commodities Centre) in Dubai on February 19, 2024. 

“Opening a GIA laboratory in the important global diamond center of Dubai is a significant step in expanding our services to advance our important consumer protection mission and meet the needs of the industry,” said Tom Moses, GIA executive vice president and chief laboratory and research officer. 

“As an industry leader for research, education, and grading, we are delighted that the GIA now becomes an integral part of the new silk route in the global diamond supply chain, further highlighting the strategic role Dubai plays within it,” said Ahmed bin Sulayem, DMCC Executive Chairman and Chief Executive Officer. “The establishment of the GIA DMCC Laboratory at Uptown Tower adds significant value not only for our free zone members but also for the wider industry, particularly when it comes to speeding up cycle times.” 

The new GIA location will be limited to servicing only clients operating in the Dubai free trade zones and cannot accept submissions from other locations in Dubai but will soon be able to accept intake from other countries. Services performed in Dubai will be for D-to-Z diamonds weighing up to 3.99 carats. 

Clients must have a reserved and approved appointment prior to submission. For further details and to make an appointment, please contact dubailab@gia.edu. 

Located in a custom-designed space on two floors in a premier location in the newly constructed Uptown Tower and operating under the Dubai Multi Commodities Centre (DMCC) authority, the GIA Laboratory DMCC is designed for maximum efficiency. 

Clients may contact the GIA Laboratory DMCC at DubaiLab@GIA.edu or call +971 4 875 0700.

About GIA

An independent nonprofit organization, GIA (Gemological Institute of America), established in 1931, is recognized as the world’s foremost authority in gemology. GIA invented the famous 4Cs of Color, Clarity, Cut and Carat Weight and, in 1953, created the International Diamond Grading System™ which is recognized around the world as the standard for diamond quality.

Through research, education, gemological laboratory services and instrument development, the Institute is dedicated to ensuring the public trust in gems and jewelry by upholding the highest standards of integrity, academics, science and professionalism.