Responsible sourcing.Refined excellence.Trusted trade.
Dubai-based trading in gold bullion, doré bars, silver and diamonds — sourced responsibly, refined in the U.A.E., and delivered with full traceability.
A Dubai Trading House Built on Trust
Vanguard specializes in the responsible sourcing, trading and distribution of refined and unrefined gold, precious metals, silver, diamonds and selected minerals.
- Headquarters
- Burj Khalifa District, Business Bay, Lake Central Tower, Dubai, U.A.E.
- Core focus
- Gold bullion and doré bars, silver, diamonds and selected precious minerals.
- Network
- An Africa focus, with expanding relationships across Latin America, Asia and global markets.
Leadership
Alain Aoun — CEO, Vanguard Bullion and Diamonds Trading L.L.C. · Chairman, AA HoldingAlain Aoun brings over two decades of entrepreneurial leadership and international business experience to Vanguard.
His work across the Middle East, Africa, Asia and Europe has built strong commercial relationships and a sharp eye for strategic opportunity in global markets.
A long-term vision centered on integrity, operational excellence and sustainable growth.
Trust as the foundation
Vanguard was established to bring integrity, transparency, reliability and consistency to the global gold, bullion, diamond and precious minerals trade.
Building relationships through honesty and ethical conduct.
Clear communication and accountable business practices.
Commitment to responsible sourcing and compliance with global standards.
Consistent quality, discipline and professional standards.
Creating lasting relationships with clients, suppliers and stakeholders for sustainable growth.
Our divisions
Four specialist desks, one standard of traceability — from the mine site to certified, market-ready product.
Bullion & doré bars trading
Specialists in the sourcing, trading and distribution of premium bullion and gold doré bars.
- Strict adherence to gold-trading protocols, responsible sourcing practices and regulatory requirements.
- An established global network of miners, suppliers, exporters, refineries, logistics providers and commercial partners.
- Tailored precious-metals solutions for investors, manufacturers, refiners, traders and industrial clients.
- On-the-ground sourcing capabilities across key gold-producing regions.
Silver trading
High-quality silver bars and silver products from trusted global suppliers.
- Reliable supply for investors, manufacturers, traders and industrial clients.
- Quality, secure handling and full documentation throughout the trading process.
- Long-term partnerships based on trust, transparency and consistent supply.
Refining in the U.A.E.
Gold doré bars and other unrefined gold from Africa, Latin America and other producing regions are securely imported into the United Arab Emirates for testing, assaying and refining.
- Processed through established relationships with reputable U.A.E. refineries.
- Output: high-purity, investment-grade certified gold bars.
- Certified, market-ready bullion with traceability, quality assurance and supply-chain integrity.
Diamonds trading
Sourcing, trading and distribution of high-quality diamonds, with a strong focus on authenticity, quality, provenance and commercial value.
- Support for the Kimberley Process Certification Scheme for rough diamonds.
- Bespoke sourcing for jewelry manufacturers, designers, collectors and private clients.
- Comprehensive verification and documentation for transparency, traceability and confidence in every transaction.
From source to sale
An integrated precious-metals model. Select a stage to follow the metal through it.
Source
Responsible acquisition through approved suppliers, miners and strategic partners.
Quality, traceability, compliance and security throughout every stage of the supply chain.
Ethical & responsible sourcing
Every supplier is verified for licences, beneficial ownership, source of minerals, export documentation, sanctions exposure and chain of custody.
What we do
Core services across the precious-metals and diamond value chain.
Direct acquisition
Gold, precious metals, silver, diamonds and valuable minerals.
Secure storage & custody
High-value commodities held through our licensed partners.
Trading & supply
Gold bullion bars, doré bars, silver, platinum, diamonds and other precious metals.
Luxury jewelry on demand
Curated, custom-made collections.
Transaction advisory
Gold transaction advisory, verification and documentation.
Mining & refinery investment
Sustainable mining partnerships and strategic refinery investments.
Why Vanguard
Reliable, compliant and scalable precious-metals trade.
Proven reliability
Disciplined execution and dependable performance.
Vertical integration
Sourcing, secure importation, assaying, refining and market distribution.
Global reach
Active Africa and U.A.E. presence with a growing international network.
Compliance first
Strict adherence to applicable laws, AML rules and industry standards.
Trusted network
Sellers, miners, exporters, refineries, logistics providers and strategic partners.
defaults in our trading history — the record behind every partnership we enter.
Who we serve
Trading partners & investors
Industry
Jewellery & diamonds
Let’s build a trusted partnership
Vanguard Bullion and Diamonds Trading L.L.C. — Dubai, United Arab Emirates.
- Mobile+971 50 2 027 027
- Telephone+971 4 360 777 2
- Fax+971 4 360 777 3
- Emailadmin@vanguardbullion.com
- Webwww.vanguardbullion.com
Burj Khalifa District, Business Bay
P.O. Box 181235, Dubai, U.A.E.