Gold doré offtake agreements
AKIRA RYU structures offtake agreements between artisanal and small-scale mining operations, mid-tier producers and LBMA-compliant Swiss and European refineries. Gold doré — the semi-refined alloy produced at mine site — is one of the most sensitive commodities in international trade, requiring rigorous chain-of-custody documentation and full AML compliance at every stage.
Our role is to verify the mining operation, structure the offtake terms, coordinate LBMA-compliant documentation, and introduce the producer to a suitable refinery partner. We do not handle or transport metal directly; we act as a structured intermediary with documented accountability throughout the transaction.
- West African and Latin American gold doré origins
- Minimum purity levels confirmed by assay at origin and at refinery intake
- LBMA responsible sourcing compliance documentation
- Conflict minerals due diligence under OECD guidelines
- Secure bonded transport coordinated with specialist logistics providers
- Refinery intake certificate and final settlement weight at Swiss or EU refinery
GIA-certified gemstones
For institutional buyers, jewellery manufacturers and collectors seeking verifiable gemstone acquisitions, AKIRA RYU intermediates the purchase of GIA-graded diamonds and coloured stones. Every stone transacted through our mandates carries a GIA grading report, ensuring independent verification of cut, clarity, colour and carat weight.
Mandates are accepted for individual stones of significant value as well as parcel lots for trade buyers. All transactions follow strict KYC protocols and require proof of funds before any offer documentation is shared.
- GIA grading reports on all stones — no exceptions
- Diamonds, sapphires, rubies and emeralds accepted
- Parcel lots and individual high-value stones
- Buyer KYC and proof of funds mandatory before offer presentation
AML compliance in precious metals transactions
Precious metals and gemstones are among the highest-risk categories in international AML frameworks. AKIRA RYU applies bank-level KYC to every counterparty in this practice area: source of funds, beneficial ownership, mining licence verification and export permit review are standard requirements before any mandate is accepted.
Our Swiss domicile and legal advisory network ensure that all transactions are structured in full compliance with FINMA guidelines, FATF recommendations and the applicable regulations of the buyer's jurisdiction.