Organised by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC), the world’s largest one-stop jewellery marketplace will return in early March under its proven “Two Shows, Two Venues” format. The 12th Hong Kong International Diamond, Gem & Pearl Show will take place from 2 to 6 March at AsiaWorld-Expo and will feature a wide range of jewellery raw materials. Also, the 42nd Hong Kong International Jewellery Show will be held from 4 to 8 March at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre and will showcase finished jewellery pieces.Jenny Koo, Deputy Executive Director of the HKTDC, said: “This year’s twin jewellery shows bring together some 4,000 exhibitors from over 40 countries and regions, with 70% coming from outside Hong Kong. Exhibitor participation from Brazil, United Arab Emirates and India has expanded, and Uzbekistan joins for the first time. The HKTDC presents the world’s largest one-stop jewellery marketplace to highlight Hong Kong’s status as an international trade capital and jewellery sourcing hub.”
In reviewing the global jewellery market, Hong Kong’s export volume of premium jewellery to ASEAN recorded a 51% increase, while exports to the United Kingdom, Australia and Switzerland grew year-on-year by 36%, 28% and 10% respectively.
Over 40 themed pavilions, including a new Hard Pure Gold Pavilion
The twin shows attract strong global industry support, with exhibitors participating from over 40 regional and industry pavilions. Participating regions include Chinese Mainland, Taiwan, India, Israel, Korea, Myanmar, Singapore, Sri Lanka, Thailand, Uzbekistan, Belgium, Germany, Italy, Spain, Türkiye, Brazil, Colombia, Mexico and the United States, etc.
The World Gold Council debuts the Hard Pure Gold Pavilion, featuring a total of 11 exhibitors from Chinese Mainland, showcasing innovative gold craftsmanship to the global market. The pavilion aims to leverage the fairs as a springboard for international expansion.
The Hong Kong Watch Manufacturers Association Ltd will participate as a pavilion for the first time, while the Zhushan Turquoise pavilion from Hubei will also make its debut. Other returning participants include the Tanzanite Foundation, the International Colored Gemstone Association (ICA), the Asia Pacific Creator Association, and the Asia Jewellery Culture Design and Crafts Association. The Hong Kong Jewellery & Jade Manufacturers Association will once again join forces with the Italian Exhibition Group (IEG) to present advanced jewellery manufacturing equipment and technologies.
International brands in the spotlight
The Hall of Fame at the Hong Kong International Jewellery Show makes a highly anticipated return this year with more than 40% expansion in scale. It will welcome renowned international jewellery brands and help enhance global brand exposure. Turkish diamond jewellery brand Zen Diamond (Booth: CEC 3B-C12) presents diamond ring collections featuring exquisite cutting techniques. At the Hall of Extraordinary, Hong Kong exhibitor Continental Diamond Company (Booth: CEC GH-C07) showcases an 18K white and rose gold ring set with blue and light pink diamonds. Another Hong Kong exhibitor, Unique Brilliant Ltd (Booth: CEC GH-C13), unveils a necklace and earring set, the rubies display the coveted “pigeon blood red” colour.
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