Programme
Three days. One industry. Held at the source.
The FACETS 2027 programme blends seminars, masterclasses, origin talks and industry awards. All sessions are included with every paid entry pass.
Open hours
9am – 6pm
Opening ceremony
10am, Day 01
Gala dinner
Day 02 evening
Day 01 · Monday
4 January 2027
Hall open: 9:00 – 18:00
- 10:00Opening Ceremony & KeynoteCeremony
- 11:30State of the Ceylon Sapphire MarketMarket Intelligence
- 14:00Origin Determination: Sri Lanka in the LabGem Certification
- 16:00Live Cutting Demonstration — Royal CushionDesign & Craft
Day 02 · Tuesday
5 January 2027
Hall open: 9:00 – 18:00
- 10:00Ethical Sourcing in Coloured GemstonesEthical Sourcing
- 11:30Cat's Eye Chrysoberyl — A Buyer's GuideGem Education
- 14:00Auction Records: What Sapphires Sold ForMarket Intelligence
- 16:00Heat Treatment — Disclosure and DocumentationGem Certification
- 20:00FACETS Gala Dinner (invite only)Networking
Day 03 · Wednesday
6 January 2027
Hall open: 9:00 – 18:00
- 10:00Designer Spotlight PanelDesign & Craft
- 11:30Mining at the Source — A Visit to RatnapuraGem Education
- 14:00Industry Awards CeremonyIndustry Awards
- 16:00Closing RemarksCeremony
Speaker submissions
Industry leaders, laboratory specialists and educators interested in speaking at FACETS 2027 can submit proposals to programme@facets.lk.