Brilliance Meets Integrity
Crafting Masterpieces, Inspiring Trust
The KGK Advantage
KGK Group’s unparalleled, vertically integrated business spans the entire gems and jewellery value chain, from mining to retail. This seamless integration ensures a strong industry presence, delivering significant competitive advantages at every stage.
Global headquarters in Hong Kong
Operations across Asia, North & South America, Europe, and Africa
A dynamic team of 18,000 professionals
The Legacy
The KGK Group’s journey began in 1905 when Shri Keshrimalji Kothari started trading Burmese colored gemstones in Jaipur, India. His values of integrity and dedication continue to shape the business today. Building on his father’s vision, Shri Ghisilalji Kothari fostered a culture of innovation and diversity, driving the group’s early growth and expansion.
Under the leadership of the third generation, the KGK Group evolved into a leading multinational corporation. Guided by the founding principles of faith, respect, and integrity, the brand remains committed to upholding this legacy.
Our Guiding Values
At the heart of KGK Group lies a value system that guides us to create responsibly, lead with purpose, and grow together with our communities. Rooted in integrity and driven by excellence, these principles define who we are and how we shape the future.
Innovative Thinking
We embrace change and challenge convention to stay ahead of the curve and create new possibilities for the future.
Passion for Excellence
With dedication and precision, we pursue the highest standards in everything we do, turning quality into a lasting hallmark.
Celebrating Creativity
We value original thinking and artistic expression, allowing imagination to shape meaningful experiences and beautiful outcomes.
Integrity in Every Facet
Honesty, transparency, and responsibility guide us at every step, ensuring trust remains at the heart of all we build.
Driven by Inspiration
We draw energy from progress, ideas, and people, transforming motivation into actions that leave a lasting impact.
Rooted in Relations
We nurture long-term bonds with our people, partners, and communities, built on respect, care, and mutual growth.
Unwavering Ethics
We uphold ethical conduct not just in outcomes but in every decision, ensuring our legacy is built on respect and accountability.
Agile by Nature
We stay responsive to change, adapting quickly with resilience and clarity to turn challenges into opportunities
Navrattan Kothari
Patriarch
Since 1962, Mr. Navrattan Kothari has been the guiding force behind KGK Group, transforming it into a modern multinational with world-class infrastructure and operations. Under his visionary leadership, KGK has continually innovated, expanded into new markets, and earned global recognition.
More than just building a business, Mr. Kothari has shaped a company driven by values, placing trust, integrity, ethics, and corporate responsibility at its core. As the Patriarch, he continues to steer KGK with wisdom and foresight, inspiring teams worldwide with his experience and strategic acumen.
Navrattan Kothari
Patriarch
Since 1962, Mr. Navrattan Kothari has been the guiding force behind KGK Group, transforming it into a modern multinational with world-class infrastructure and operations. Under his visionary leadership, KGK has continually innovated, expanded into new markets, and earned global recognition.
More than just building a business, Mr. Kothari has shaped a company driven by values, placing trust, integrity, ethics, and corporate responsibility at its core. As the Patriarch, he continues to steer KGK with wisdom and foresight, inspiring teams worldwide with his experience and strategic acumen.
Sanjay Kothari
Vice Chairman
Based in Hong Kong, Sanjay Kothari is driving KGK Group’s expansion into new markets, steering the business to new heights. Overseeing the entire gems and jewellery value chain, from mining to retail, he plays a pivotal role in the group’s continued success.
His journey with KGK began with establishing diamond manufacturing in Mumbai. Since then, he has spearheaded the development of multiple verticals, including international sales and marketing, jewellery manufacturing, gemstone mining, jewellery retail, and real estate. Additionally, he leads the group’s IT and corporate identity initiatives, ensuring a strong, cohesive global presence.
Sanjay Kothari
Vice Chairman
Based in Hong Kong, Sanjay Kothari is driving KGK Group’s expansion into new markets, steering the business to new heights. Overseeing the entire gems and jewellery value chain, from mining to retail, he plays a pivotal role in the group’s continued success.
His journey with KGK began with establishing diamond manufacturing in Mumbai. Since then, he has spearheaded the development of multiple verticals, including international sales and marketing, jewellery manufacturing, gemstone mining, jewellery retail, and real estate. Additionally, he leads the group’s IT and corporate identity initiatives, ensuring a strong, cohesive global presence.
Sandeep Kothari
Managing Director
Since joining KGK Group in 1990, Sandeep Kothari has played a pivotal role in the growth of the diamond procurement and processing business on a global scale. His strategic leadership has significantly expanded the group’s footprint in the industry.
Now based in Antwerp, the world’s leading diamond hub, he has been instrumental in driving polished diamond sales across Europe. His expertise in fostering strong, long-term partnerships with renowned mining companies has further solidified KGK’s reputation as a trusted leader in the global diamond trade.
Sandeep Kothari
Managing Director
Since joining KGK Group in 1990, Sandeep Kothari has played a pivotal role in the growth of the diamond procurement and processing business on a global scale. His strategic leadership has significantly expanded the group’s footprint in the industry.
Now based in Antwerp, the world’s leading diamond hub, he has been instrumental in driving polished diamond sales across Europe. His expertise in fostering strong, long-term partnerships with renowned mining companies has further solidified KGK’s reputation as a trusted leader in the global diamond trade.
Our Certifications
We are proud to be BPP Compliant and certified by the Responsible Jewellery Council.
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