Diamond industry
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We are building a world-class company, and our strategy aims both at leadership in terms of production volumes and at implementing the highest international standards in all ALROSA’s operations
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ALROSA’s business relies on a strong resource base, efficient production processes, innovative technologies and international business standards
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We strive to create a sustainable future by striking a balance between commercial and public interests
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We adhere to high standards of corporate governance and strive to increase our investment attractiveness by building open and respectful relationships with shareholders and the investment community.
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Clients
Our sales policy is focused on establishing long-term and mutually beneficial partnerships. We guarantee transparent and fair terms of access to rough diamonds for all customers.
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ALROSA Diamonds
We fully control the journey of the diamond, from the mine to the cutting factory, and guarantee the natural origin of our diamonds. ALROSA diamonds are always natural with unmatched cutting quality.
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Diamond jewelry
Our jewelers carefully preserve the age-old traditions of Russian jewelry, supplementing them with the latest technical achievements and following fashion trends. There are only natural diamonds in our jewellery.
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Diamond industry

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The global rough diamond market is represented by entities that extract and sell rough diamonds. Most of the world’s rough diamonds are mined in just 5 countries, and their overall share in global diamond production (by physical volume) is about 90%. These largest global natural diamond suppliers are: Russia, Canada, Botswana, DR Congo, Australia, South Africa, and Angola.

According to Kimberley Process statistics, global diamond production in 2023 decreased by 8% to 111.5 million carats compared to 2022. The drop in production is mainly due to lower production by public companies as a result of lower beneficiation and average grades.

After a significant increase in sales volumes following the end of the COVID-19 pandemic, the rough and polished diamond market was in a correction zone in 2023, driven largely by a decline in demand for jewelry in the U.S., as well as the accumulation of polished diamond inventories in the polishing sector. For 2023, the diamond jewelry market (JBR) showed a moderate decline of -2% to US$82 billion. The market remained near the record levels of 2021-2022 and remained near the record levels of 2021-2022 due to price growth.
Russia ranks first worldwide by the amount of all rough diamonds mined. There are several major mining companies that handle the rough diamond extraction in the world’s key diamond-rich countries: ALROSA, De Beers, Rio Tinto, Catoca, and Petra Diamonds.

In 2023, the ALROSA Group produced 34.6 mln carats of rough diamonds holding a leading position among the world's major diamond mining companies. The Company increased its share of global diamond production to 31% in volume terms.

Top Diamond Mining Companies in 2023 (% of global production)


Source: companies' reports, Kimberley Process


ALROSA has access to the world’s richest reserves of rough diamonds, leads in the number of carats, and boasts a highly profitable business.