Dubai's AV Group Acquires Lucapa Diamond Company Behind Angola's Largest Diamonds
Dubai-based AV Group has acquired Australia's Lucapa Diamond Company, which holds a 40% stake in Angola's Lulo alluvial mine, known for producing some of the world's largest diamonds, including the 404.2-carat '4th February Stone' and the 170-carat 'Lulo Rose.' The acquisition also includes Lucapa's Merlin Diamond Project in Australia. Lulo, located in Angola's Lunda Norte province, has yielded over 49 diamonds exceeding 100 carats since 2015, with exploration identifying more than 140 kimberlite pipes by May 2024.
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Sentiment was consistent across outlets (75–75/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
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thetribune broke this story on 13 Nov, 05:10 am. Other outlets followed.