About Nelum

Bridging Responsible supply chains and financial markets

Nelum exists because a responsible gold supply chain and a functioning financial market shouldn't be at odds. We help producers, refiners, and buyers meet the standards that keep gold accepted, accountable, and traceable.

The gold supply chain has generated vast riches and shaped economies for centuries, but it has also left behind real challenges: inconsistent quality, unreliable lead times, high transportation risk, and communities that don't always share in the benefits of the mining on their land.

Standards from the OECD and the London Bullion Market Association (LBMA) give the industry a shared framework for responsible sourcing. Our work is to help producers and refiners — particularly in regions like Ghana, Tanzania, and the Democratic Republic of Congo — implement that framework gradually and practically, so their gold stays on the accredited list that financial markets require.

How we approach it

Due Diligence

We help producers and refiners implement risk-based due diligence in line with OECD guidance — identifying, documenting, and mitigating supply chain risk rather than chasing an impossible standard of certainty.

Community & Environment

Mining touches the communities and land around it. We favor partners who engage constructively on compensation, environmental protection, and the livelihoods of artisanal miners.

Technology

Many producing regions face real technological gaps. We work with investors and partners who can build that infrastructure, rather than excluding producers who need more time to comply.

Want to know where you stand?

Get in touch and we'll walk through your current supply chain against OECD and LBMA expectations.

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