Precision in Every Form.
Trusted Across Markets.
Precision, Control, & Performance
Principles that define both engineering
and refining. SAM Precious Metals stands
as part of the UAE’s industrial growth,
connecting global markets through advanced
refining, minting, and analytical capabilities
built to meet international demand.
SAM
AT A GLANCE
France and the UAE continue to strengthen collaboration across trade, education, and innovation. This connection is further facilitated by SAM Precious Metals, whose role extends beyond refining, supporting engagement across the Francophone ecosystem through partnerships and collaborations through its educational arm, the SAM Precious Metals Institute. Positioned at the crossroads of global trade, SAM connects Europe, Africa, and Asia through an integrated refining and development ecosystem.
PRECISION &
CAPABILITIES
Refining
Minting
Expertise
Engineering
Processing
RESPONSIBLE
SOURCING & IMPACT
2018
Foundation & First Operations Established in Dubai Production City, marking the start of SAM Precious Metals ISO Certifications Achieved Awarded ISO 9001:2015, ISO 14001:2015, OHSAS 18001:2007, ISO 10002:2014, and CE Mark
2019
RUC Code of Practices Certification First UAE-based refinery to achieve RJC CoP certification Regional Expansion Begins Launch of Egypt expansion and growth of UAE operations
2020
Laboratory Excellence (ISO/IEC 17025) Accredited for advanced precious metals testing and analysis Operational Expansion Dubai facility expanded to 22,000 sq. ft. to support growing production Dubai Customs Recognition Awarded appreciation for contribution to trade and compliance
2021
UAE Good Delivery - Silver Certified for silver granules and large bars under UAE Good Delivery standards Industry Recognition & Media Presence Featured by The New Jeweller and invited to speak at EMEA Security Conference
2022
UAE Good Delivery - Gold Accredited for gold bars, grains, and silver products under UAE Good Delivery First Middle East Refinery - RJC CoC Achieved Chain of Custody certification at a regional first Exporter of the Month - Dubai Chamber Recognized for highest export value among emerging companies
2023
DGCX Market Maker - Gold & Silver Awarded Market Maker for Sharia-compliant gold (DGSG) and silver (DSSC) contracts Diplomacy Magazine Awards Best Gold & Silver Refinery in the Middle East Personality of the Year - Mr. SamiAbu Ahmad HIBX Milestone First UAE refinery to supply UAE Good Delivery silver grains to India International Bullion Exchange Facility Expansion Relocation to 65,000 sq. ft. integrated facility in Dubai Production City
2024
Global Certification Milestone Achieved Fairmined and Fairtrade-certified DGCX Market Maker (Continued) Recognized again as Market Maker for gold and silver Largest Precious Metals Exporter - Egypt Awarded by General Organization for Export and Import Control (GOEIC) Government Recognition Official visit by HE. Dr. ThaniAl Zeyoudi, UAE Minister of State for Foreign Trade
2025
Guinness World Record Achievement Produced the world's largest silver bar (1971 kg) Global Academic Expansion Strategic partnership with Ecole de Commerce de Lyon Francophone Engagement Formalized an academic cooperation agreement at the National Assembly of France with Mr. Herve Diaz and Mr. Bruno Fuchs. DGCX Market Maker (Ongoing) Continued recognition as Market Maker for gold and silver Title Sponsor - DPMON Third consecutivé year as Title Sponsor of Dubai Precious Metals Conference
2026
Expansion into Producing Countries
Set to expand into Ethiopia with the opening of National Precious Metals Refinery in
H2 2026.
Full Operationality of Rock Lab
Became the first refinery with an in-house rock analysis lab in the UAE with advanced and accurate analytical techniques.
Operational Expansion
Cairo facility exponentially expanded to support growing production.
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