Anuradha Somaweera, a mechanical engineer, is passionate about ethical sapphire mining in Sri Lanka.Committed to fair trade and sustainability, he works to ensure the sapphire industry remains transparent, eco-friendly, and responsible.
Isuru Akalanka is an experienced hotelier based in the UK with a strong passion for sapphires. Dedicated to promoting sustainability in the gem industry, he actively works to implement eco-friendly practices in Sri Lanka’s sapphire trade. Isuru’s goal is to help make the industry both sustainable and prosperous, ensuring long-term benefits for all involved.
Nicola Scrof, an experienced software developer from Italy, brings his passion for sapphires and mining into the digital world by creating innovative software solutions for the sapphire industry. His work aims to introduce an AI based software soultion for gem labs to identify certain conditions with microscopic images of sapphires the efficiency, combining technology with his love for
gemstones to support a more advanced and sustainable industry.
Oshadi Umayangana is the Business Development Manager at Nordic Ceylons, bringing her deep expertise in quantity surveying and a passion for the sapphire industry. With her extensive experience in both project management and international trade, she plays a pivotal role in driving the growth and success of Nordic Ceylons. Oshadi’s strategic vision and commitment to sustainable practices ensure that the company maintains its dedication to fair trade while expanding its global reach. Raised in a gem-rich region, her personal connection to Sri Lanka’s sapphire heritage shines through in every facet of her work.
I really think that American gentlemen are the best after all, because kissing your hand may make you feel very good, but a diamond and a sapphire bracelet lasts forever
I really think that American gentlemen are the best after all, because kissing your hand may make you feel very good, but a diamond and a sapphire bracelet lasts forever
It’s good to start early when buying jewelry pieces. Aside from being investments, they are classic, they are timeless, and they are something that you pass on – it’s a memory, it’s an heirloom