Mysore/Mysuru: Malabar Gold & Diamonds, the 6th largest jewellery retailer globally, has launched their new showroom in Australia at Sydney. The showroom marks Malabar Gold & Diamonds’ expansion into the 13th country of operations.

Currently, the brand has an extensive retail presence of over 340 showrooms spread across India, UAE, Qatar, Kuwait, Oman, KSA, Bahrain, Singapore, Malaysia, the USA, the UK, Canada & Australia.

The new showroom was inaugurated by renowned Australian Cricketer Brett Lee in the presence of Shamlal Ahamed, MD – International Operations, Malabar Gold & Diamonds, O. Asher, MD – India Operations, Malabar Gold & Diamonds, M. Ajith, Regional Head – Far East & Australasia, Malabar Gold & Diamonds; Ameer CMC, Head of Finance & Admin, Malabar Gold & Diamonds; A.K. Faisal, Head of Manufacturing, Malabar Gold & Diamonds; Shaji Kakkodi, Chief Digital Officer, Malabar Group; representatives from the Sydney government, other senior management team members from Malabar Gold & Diamonds, customers & well-wishers.

Speaking on the occasion, Malabar Group Chairman M.P Ahammed said: “This is a proud moment for us as the first Indian International jewellery retailer to begin operations in Australia. We have been a strong proponent of ‘Make in India; Market to the World’, showcasing the artistry of  Indian jewellery on a global stage and expanding into Australia is another testimony of our commitment to this initiative. This is also a great success story leveraging the strong trade relationship and recent bi-lateral free trade agreement between Australia & India.”

Located at 109 Wigram Street in Harris Park within the Little India Precinct, Malabar Gold & Diamonds’ new outlet will be the largest jewellery showroom in Sydney. With an extensive collection of jewellery in 18K, 22K gold and diamonds, the showroom will showcase over 30,000 designs across bridal wear, daily wear and occasional wear.

Malabar has facilitated a customised jewellery design facility at their showroom, enabling jewellery enthusiasts in the region to bring to life their jewellery design assisted by expert designers & craftsmen from the brand.