As the rough diamond distribution arm of the De Beers family of companies, the Diamond Trading Company (DTC) sorts, values and sells 35- 40% of the world's rough diamonds by value.
With activities in sales, sorting, valuing and diamond beneficiation, the DTC has representative offices in the UK and South Africa, as well as joint venture operations in Botswana and Namibia with the governments of those countries.
Its clients, known as ‘Sightholders', are among the world’s leading diamantaires. Most DTC diamonds are sold through the London sales office. However, DTC South Africa, which is wholly owned by De Beers, sells diamonds to clients based in South Africa.
Similarly, the joint ventures DTC Botswana and Namibia DTC – 50:50 partnerships with the governments of Botswana and Namibia – sell diamonds to clients for cutting and polishing in those countries.
Formed in 1934, the DTC was established as a standalone company within the De Beers family in July 2004. Through its producer and customer value propositions, the company is focused on maintaining its position as the world’s most effective distribution channel for rough diamonds.
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