Find your vendor of choice

Whether you are sourcing diamonds or gemstones, scouting for suppliers, or exploring opportunities in the region, Singapore is your gateway to a trusted trade.

The Diamond Exchange of Singapore (DES) connects you to a vetted network of respected jewellers, diamond and gemstone dealers, and service providers, rooted in trust, transparency, and decades of experience. When visiting Singapore, we encourage you to connect with our members directly and experience the professionalism and integrity that define our trade.

Singapore is renowned for its safety, political stability, transparent regulations, and ease of doing business. Its strategic location places it at the crossroads of major markets, while its open trade policies and world-class infrastructure make it a natural gateway into the region. From high-security facilities for bonded storage to internationally showcased trade fairs and exhibitions, Singapore offers a connected, and well-regulated environment for serious players in the industry.

As part of the region’s vibrant trade network, DES also maintains strong connections beyond Singapore, providing insights, introductions, and access to opportunities across Southeast Asia and the World Federation of Diamond Bourses network spanning 20 countries around the globe. If you're new to the market or simply passing through, speak to us — we’re here to connect you to the right people.

Get access to our incredible network

Whether you're entering the market or expanding your reach, DES connects you to a network of established jewellers, diamond and gemstone dealers, and service providers across Singapore and globally. Our members aren’t just contacts, they’re trusted professionals, bound by ethics and decades of experience.

Through DES, you gain warm introductions, regional insight, and a community that opens doors to new possibilities in the trade.

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Learn about the Singapore scene

Singapore offers a vibrant and trusted base for the gem and jewellery trade in Asia. Home to long-standing family-run ateliers, modern design studios, and leading diamond and gemstone dealers, the city supports a wide spectrum of players.

With no import duties on loose stones and precious metals, a robust GST refund scheme for exports, and access to secure bonded storage facilities, Singapore is built for trade. DES members can help you navigate this well-connected ecosystem — from sourcing and manufacturing to retail and investment.

Upcoming events

  • DES Gathering

    1st December 2025

  • 41st World Diamond Congress

    12-15 July 2026

    WFDB • DES • IDMA

Our Legacy

The Diamond Exchange of Singapore (DES), Asia’s first diamond exchange, was formed and registered in 1976 as the Diamond Importers’ Association of Singapore (DIAS). The founding members consisted of a group of dedicated Singapore diamantaires who recognised the need for an organisation to represent, moderate and promote their trade.

1976-1979
Formed as the Diamond Importers Association of Singapore (DIAS).
Organised first jewellery design competition and trade show, Jeweltime the first event of its kind in Asia.

1980
Accepted as a full member of the World Federation of Diamond Bourses (WFDB).

1984
Re-branded as the Diamond Exchange of Singapore (DES) and developed new rules and by-laws.

1988
Hosted the WFDB 24th World Diamond Congress. A general body gathering attended by 600 delegates from 16 countries

1997
Hosted the WFDB and IDMA Presidents’ Meeting – a bi-annual event

2002
Celebrated DES’ 25th anniversary

2014
Hosted the WFDB Asia-Pacific Presidents Summit, an annual gathering of Asia-Pacific bourse presidents

2025
Granted the opportunity to host WFDB & IDMA World Diamond Congress in July 2026 in Singapore.

Useful Resources

WFDB

Interested in accessing markets outside of Singapore? Browse the various Bourses around the globe. Reach out to arrange an introduction.

Enterprise Singapore

Look up the latest grants by the Singapore government to help grow your business.

MinLaw

Get informed about Singapore’s latest regulations on Precious Stones and Precious Metals dealers.

Singapore Customs

Find out more about the Singapore Customs regulations on imports and exports.

Get in Touch

If you have any questions, or would like to be connected with a member of the Diamond Exchange of Singapore, we would be very happy to assist.

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