Our Journey
From Antwerp's diamond district to the world stage
ALGT Established in Antwerp
ALGT was established in Antwerp, in the heart of the diamond district on Hoveniersstraat, with a founding team of two gemologists.
ALGT Established in Antwerp
ALGT was established in Antwerp, in the heart of the diamond district on Hoveniersstraat, with a founding team of two gemologists.
Gold Medal for Diamond Expertise
Marc Segers was awarded the Gold Medal for Expert in Diamond, one of the highest professional distinctions in Belgium.
Gold Medal for Diamond Expertise
Marc Segers was awarded the Gold Medal for Expert in Diamond, one of the highest professional distinctions in Belgium.
Continued Growth Through Adversity
During the most challenging period of the COVID-19 pandemic, ALGT remained active and continued its development.
Continued Growth Through Adversity
During the most challenging period of the COVID-19 pandemic, ALGT remained active and continued its development.
Team Grew to Nine Members
The ALGT team grew to nine members, strengthening the laboratory's capacity and expertise.
Team Grew to Nine Members
The ALGT team grew to nine members, strengthening the laboratory's capacity and expertise.
FEEG Symposium in Paris
ALGT participated in the FEEG Symposium in Paris, where founder and Chief Gemologist Marc Segers delivered a speech.
FEEG Symposium in Paris
ALGT participated in the FEEG Symposium in Paris, where founder and Chief Gemologist Marc Segers delivered a speech.
China Lab Preparation Begins
ALGT headquarters initiated preparations to open a laboratory in China, aiming to provide more efficient, localized gemstone testing services for domestic and international clients.
China Lab Preparation Begins
ALGT headquarters initiated preparations to open a laboratory in China, aiming to provide more efficient, localized gemstone testing services for domestic and international clients.
LIBS Spectroscopy Acquired
ALGT acquired LIBS (Laser-Induced Breakdown Spectroscopy) to support the detection of beryllium diffusion treatment in sapphires.
LIBS Spectroscopy Acquired
ALGT acquired LIBS (Laser-Induced Breakdown Spectroscopy) to support the detection of beryllium diffusion treatment in sapphires.
Team Expanded to Eleven Members
The ALGT team expanded to eleven members, including six graduates of FEEG (Federation for European Education in Gemmology).
Team Expanded to Eleven Members
The ALGT team expanded to eleven members, including six graduates of FEEG (Federation for European Education in Gemmology).
ALGT Shanghai Launched
ALGT Shanghai was launched in Yuyuan Garden, one of Shanghai's key tourism and jewelry centers.
ALGT Shanghai Launched
ALGT Shanghai was launched in Yuyuan Garden, one of Shanghai's key tourism and jewelry centers.
ACAM Education Collaboration
ALGT's Education Department began a collaboration with ACAM (Royal Academy of Minerals and Gemology) for the Scientific Gemmology Course.
ACAM Education Collaboration
ALGT's Education Department began a collaboration with ACAM (Royal Academy of Minerals and Gemology) for the Scientific Gemmology Course.
Hong Kong Gemstone & Jewellery Show
ALGT exhibited at the Hong Kong Gemstone and Jewellery Show, expanding its presence in the Asian market.
Hong Kong Gemstone & Jewellery Show
ALGT exhibited at the Hong Kong Gemstone and Jewellery Show, expanding its presence in the Asian market.
First FEEG Platinum Sponsor
ALGT became the first Platinum Sponsor of the FEEG Symposium 2024 in Brussels.
First FEEG Platinum Sponsor
ALGT became the first Platinum Sponsor of the FEEG Symposium 2024 in Brussels.
CMA Accreditation in Shanghai
ALGT Shanghai obtained the China Metrology Accreditation (CMA mark), a significant milestone for operations in China.
CMA Accreditation in Shanghai
ALGT Shanghai obtained the China Metrology Accreditation (CMA mark), a significant milestone for operations in China.
3D Virtual Laboratory Tour
ALGT launched an immersive virtual tour of its Antwerp headquarters laboratory, allowing visitors to explore the lab online in 3D.
3D Virtual Laboratory Tour
ALGT launched an immersive virtual tour of its Antwerp headquarters laboratory, allowing visitors to explore the lab online in 3D.
Hong Kong Show — Second Year
ALGT exhibited once again at the Hong Kong Gemstone and Jewellery Show, reinforcing its commitment to the Asian market.
Hong Kong Show — Second Year
ALGT exhibited once again at the Hong Kong Gemstone and Jewellery Show, reinforcing its commitment to the Asian market.
25th FEEG Symposium in Brussels
ALGT participated in the 25th FEEG Symposium in Brussels, where founder Marc Segers shared important updates on the growth of the Antwerp laboratory.
25th FEEG Symposium in Brussels
ALGT participated in the 25th FEEG Symposium in Brussels, where founder Marc Segers shared important updates on the growth of the Antwerp laboratory.
Primetime.nl Feature on Lab-Grown Diamonds
Primetime.nl visited ALGT's laboratory to film a feature on lab-grown diamonds, highlighting ALGT's expertise in this growing segment.
Primetime.nl Feature on Lab-Grown Diamonds
Primetime.nl visited ALGT's laboratory to film a feature on lab-grown diamonds, highlighting ALGT's expertise in this growing segment.
Catawiki Representatives Visit
Representatives from Catawiki, Europe's leading online auction platform, visited ALGT for a productive exchange on gemstone treatments and market challenges.
Catawiki Representatives Visit
Representatives from Catawiki, Europe's leading online auction platform, visited ALGT for a productive exchange on gemstone treatments and market challenges.
Shanghai Lab Relocated to Ocean Building
ALGT Shanghai moved to its new, expanded location in the Ocean Building, Shanghai.
Shanghai Lab Relocated to Ocean Building
ALGT Shanghai moved to its new, expanded location in the Ocean Building, Shanghai.
SRBG Gemmology Courses Partnership
ALGT signed a cooperation agreement with the Société Royale Belge de Gemmologie (SRBG) to organize professional gemmology courses in French: Diamond Grading and Analytical Gemmology.
SRBG Gemmology Courses Partnership
ALGT signed a cooperation agreement with the Société Royale Belge de Gemmologie (SRBG) to organize professional gemmology courses in French: Diamond Grading and Analytical Gemmology.
Micro-Raman Spectrometer Acquired
ALGT acquired a Micro-Raman spectrometer, used to identify the nature of inclusions in gemstones and to support origin determination and detection of low-temperature heat treatment.
Micro-Raman Spectrometer Acquired
ALGT acquired a Micro-Raman spectrometer, used to identify the nature of inclusions in gemstones and to support origin determination and detection of low-temperature heat treatment.
Gemstone Course for Diamantaires
ALGT launched a gemstone course for diamantaires in Antwerp, designed to help diamond professionals expand their expertise into colored gemstones.
Gemstone Course for Diamantaires
ALGT launched a gemstone course for diamantaires in Antwerp, designed to help diamond professionals expand their expertise into colored gemstones.
Shanghai Jewellery Zone Promotion
ALGT organized an information session with the Shanghai government to introduce the Shanghai International Jewellery & Fashion Functional Zone to the European market.
Shanghai Jewellery Zone Promotion
ALGT organized an information session with the Shanghai government to introduce the Shanghai International Jewellery & Fashion Functional Zone to the European market.
Belgian Economic Consul Visit
The Belgian Economic Consul visited ALGT Gem Lab Shanghai, further strengthening ties in the jewelry trade between Europe and China.
Belgian Economic Consul Visit
The Belgian Economic Consul visited ALGT Gem Lab Shanghai, further strengthening ties in the jewelry trade between Europe and China.
Workshop for Catawiki Management
ALGT held a special workshop session for the Catawiki management team, sharing gemological expertise and industry insights.
Workshop for Catawiki Management
ALGT held a special workshop session for the Catawiki management team, sharing gemological expertise and industry insights.
Consumer Rights Day in Shanghai
On World Consumer Rights Day (March 15), ALGT Gem Laboratory participated in the "3·15" Consumer Rights Protection On-site Service Event at Fengshengli Plaza in Jing'an District, Shanghai.
Consumer Rights Day in Shanghai
On World Consumer Rights Day (March 15), ALGT Gem Laboratory participated in the "3·15" Consumer Rights Protection On-site Service Event at Fengshengli Plaza in Jing'an District, Shanghai.