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MITV OnTheGround – Season 3, Episode 1: Debmarine revolutionises diamond recovery

Monday, October 20, 2025

Laura talks to Debmarine CEO Willy Mertens to discuss the company’s bold vision and boards the flagship vessel, Benguela Gem – a marvel of modern engineering and the world’s largest, most advanced diamond recovery ship.

As the Benguela Gem undergoes a milestone upgrade with the installation of cutting-edge diamond recovery crawlers, Laura’s visit offers a rare, insider’s perspective on the business strategy and technological innovation driving the next wave of sustainable deep-sea diamond extraction.

This episode captures the excitement and ambition of a team pushing the boundaries of what’s possible beneath the waves and highlights how Debmarine is setting new global standards for efficiency, environmental stewardship, and operational excellence in the industry.

Visit our YouTube channel to watch:

MITV OnTheGround - Season 1:

Join Laura (Cornish) Nicholson as she heads to the Venetia Diamond Mine, owned and operated by the De Beers Group to explore the cutting-edge world of autonomous mining!

MITV OnTheGround - Season 2:

Join Laura (Cornish) Nicholson as she explores how Seriti Resources and Seriti Green are driving Mpumalanga’s energy evolution!

 

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