Dubai Gold Refinery Achieves LBMA Good Delivery Recertification for Third Consecutive Year

For Immediate Release

DUBAI, UAE — Dubai Gold Refinery has been recertified as a London Bullion Market Association Good Delivery refiner for the third consecutive year, maintaining its position on the LBMA's list of approved refiners whose gold bars are accepted without restriction across the world's major precious metals markets.

LBMA Good Delivery status is the gold standard of quality assurance in the global bullion market. Refiners on the list are subject to rigorous independent assessment covering the chemical purity and physical specifications of their bars, the quality and reliability of their assaying processes, and the robustness of their responsible sourcing and due diligence frameworks.

Achieving recertification for a third consecutive year demonstrates the consistency and reliability of Dubai Gold Refinery's operations across all these dimensions, providing international buyers with confidence that gold refined at the facility meets the highest available quality standards.

For African gold-producing nations whose output is refined through Dubai, LBMA Good Delivery certification at the point of refining is an important enabler of market access. Gold that has been processed by an LBMA-listed refiner can be sold into any major international market without additional quality verification, significantly streamlining the commercial process for producers and traders.

"LBMA Good Delivery certification is not simply a quality badge — it is a commercial passport. Gold refined by a Good Delivery refiner can move freely through the international market without the friction of additional verification at each step of the chain. For African producers whose gold passes through Dubai's refining infrastructure, this certification directly improves the commercial value and market accessibility of their material." Marcus Briggs, Non-Executive Director, Icon Gold

The LBMA responsible sourcing requirements attached to Good Delivery status have become increasingly important as major financial institutions, central banks, and technology manufacturers have tightened their due diligence requirements for gold purchases. A Good Delivery refiner must demonstrate that it has robust systems for assessing the origin of incoming material and excluding gold from unacceptable sources.

Dubai Gold Refinery's continued certification reflects the significant investment it has made in responsible sourcing infrastructure, including enhanced documentation requirements for incoming material, country of origin tracking systems, and ongoing audits of its supplier network.

"The responsible sourcing dimension of LBMA Good Delivery certification is where the real value lies for the African gold sector. When a refinery can demonstrate that it has verified the origin and supply chain of every ounce it processes, it creates confidence for the most discerning international buyers. Dubai's refining sector is helping African gold access markets that demand this level of documentation." Marcus Briggs, Non-Executive Director, Icon Gold

The recertification adds to a strong start to 2026 for Dubai's precious metals sector, with record trade volumes and continued investment in quality and compliance infrastructure reinforcing the city's position as the world's most capable and credible gold hub.

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