Dalumi has been honoured with Israel’s Outstanding Exporter 2008 award by Israel's Ministry of Industry, Trade and Labor. Mr. Meir Dalumi and Mr. Kobi Itzchaki accepted the award at the hands of President Shimon Peres at a special ceremony held at the President’s Residence on 7th December 2009. %% "By maintaining manufacturing facilities in Israel, Dalumi contributes to Israel’s economy while simultaneously enhancing the reputation of the country’s diamond industry worldwide,” said President Shimon Peres. The President also noted that "Dalumi has proved its strength and ability to deal with the world’s economic crisis. %% Meir Dalumi said that, “The driving force behind our company's success is our staff. I am confident that they will continue to be the key to our success in the future, and I want to thank them from the bottom of my heart for all that they have done.” Dalumi has achieved the recognition as Outstanding Exporter for the second time.