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The Conference
Global voices. Shaping the future.

27 September 2026 · ITC Ratnadipa · Colombo

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The Conference

The centrepiece

The Conference was the heart of Gemlogue 2026. Held at ITC Ratnadipa — Sri Lanka's most iconic luxury address overlooking the Indian Ocean — it brought together the world's most respected voices in the gem industry for a full day of dialogue, perspective, and progress.

From a live Guinness World Record cutting demonstration to scientific conversations about the future of Sri Lanka's mining industry, the Conference was designed to deepen understanding, spark connections, and shift the trajectory of an industry.

“Sri Lanka has never been defined solely by resources, but by the minds and hands capable of transforming them.”
The day

What's included

  • Full-day access to all conference sessions
  • Keynote address by Victor Tuzlukov
  • Live gemstone cutting demonstration
  • Panel discussions with global speakers
  • Networking sessions with industry leaders
  • Access to the Gemlogue exhibition floor
  • Conference materials and programme
  • Catering throughout the day
Speakers

The Voices on Stage

  • Victor Tuzlukov speaking at the conference lectern
    Keynote Speaker

    Victor Tuzlukov

    World Record Gemstone Cutter

    “The future of Sri Lanka's gems lies in mastering cutting, design, and value creation — not simply in what comes out of the ground.”

    • Multiple Guinness World Record holder in gemstone cutting
    • International gem cutting champion — USA, UK, Spain, Australia
    • Works exhibited at the Smithsonian, the Louvre, and the Vatican Museums
    • Judge at leading global jewellery design and faceting competitions
  • Katerina Perez laughing on stage, microphone in hand
    Speaker

    Katerina Perez

    High Jewellery & Precious Gems Specialist

    “A gemstone's true value is inseparable from its story — the origins, the hands that shaped it, and the vision that brought it to light.”

    • Internationally recognised as one of the leading voices in the world of high jewellery
    • 532K followers — a leading digital authority in gems, rare stones, and luxury jewellery
    • Celebrated editorial work spanning the world's finest jewellery houses and rarest coloured gemstones
    • Bridges craftsmanship, storytelling, and luxury positioning for global gem demand
  • Peter Lyckberg speaking at the lectern, microphone in hand
    Speaker

    Peter Lyckberg

    Explorer · Geologist · Mineral Author

    “Better Knowledge. Better Yield.”

    • Global expert in geological and mineral exploration
    • Advocate for precision-based, sustainable gem mining
    • Contributor to international mineral research and education
    • Bridges traditional mining knowledge with modern geological science
  • Justin K. Prim examining a gemstone through a loupe at a faceting machine
    Speaker

    Justin K. Prim

    Gem Cutter & Author

    “Understanding the history of cutting is understanding the future of what gems can become.”

    • Internationally renowned gem cutter and educator
    • Author on the history and science of gemstone cutting
    • Returning speaker from Gemlogue 2025
    • Known for bridging Eastern and Western gem cutting traditions
  • Mubashir Mansoor
    Speaker

    Mubashir Mansoor

    MATERIALS SCIENTIST

    “The global gem market rewards those who show up prepared and connected.”

    • Respected figure in international gem industry circles
    • Brings a global collector and trading perspective
    • Returning speaker from Gemlogue 2025
    • Deep knowledge of cross-border gem commerce
  • Hospitality partnerITC Ratnadipa
  • Endorsed byCeylon Gem & Jewellery Association
  • Endorsed byLanka Gem Dealers & Miners Association
  • Presented byCeylon Gem Chronicles
FAQ

Common Questions

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Thank you for joining us

The Conference took place on 27 September 2026 at ITC Ratnadipa, Colombo.

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