• The 40th HKTDC Hong Kong International Jewellery Show launches today (29 February) and runs until 4 March at HKCEC
• The exhibition showcases world-class jewellery masterpieces, combining traditional culture with modern, creative and culturally inspired pieces
• A brand new online self-authentication function launches this year. Buyers can download the HKTDC Marketplace App to register and authenticate before the fair for direct admission

HONG KONG, Feb 29, 2024 - (ACN Newswire) - The 40th Hong Kong International Jewellery Show, organised by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC), opened today at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre (HKCEC) and will run for five days, until Monday, 4 March. The 10th Hong Kong International Diamond, Gem and Pearl Show opened on Tuesday (27 February) at AsiaWorld-Expo and runs until Saturday, 2 March. The twin jewellery shows return in the Two Shows, Two Venues format for the first time since the pandemic, attracting over 4,000 exhibitors from 44 countries and regions, and over 100 buyer missions from 65 countries and regions.

Sophia Chong, Deputy Executive Director of the HKTDC, said: “This year is an important milestone for the twin jewellery shows. The Hong Kong International Jewellery Show is now in its 40th edition, and it’s encouraging to see that the scale of the two shows has greatly exceeded last year’s. The Gala Dinner held tonight will be themed Be Part of the Splendid Legacy and we hope to celebrate this milestone with international jewellery industry representatives and buyers, and we look forward to co-creating more remarkable legends together in the future.”

The Hong Kong International Jewellery Show features 18 geographic and industry pavilions supported by jewellery trade associations and organisations from all over the world, including the Japan Jewellery Association, Japan Pearl Exporters’ Association and the Asia Pacific Creator Association. The Hong Kong Jewellery & Jade Manufacturers’ Association and Italian Exhibition Group S.p.A. also continue their partnership in organising the T-Gold+METS pavilion focusing on jewellery manufacturing machinery.

The Show contains 18 zones, including the Hall of Extraordinary reserved for the most exquisite, valuable and unique jewellery masterpieces; the Hall of Fame dedicated to creations from world-renowned brands; Designer Galleria showcasing trendy designer pieces targeting a younger yet quality-conscious market; and World of Glamour featuring a stage where Hong Kong’s jewellers can shine at their brightest. Some of the highlighted products are listed below:

Jewellery industry celebrates 40th edition milestone

The Jewellery Gala Dinner will be held this evening hosting international jewellery industry representatives and buyers, to celebrate the milestone of the 40th edition of the Hong Kong International Jewellery Show. A cocktail reception will be held before the dinner to provide an industry networking session with two jewellery parades, including a showcase of the winning pieces in Chuk Kam Jewellery Design Competition organised by The Jewellers’ and Goldsmiths’ Association of Hong Kong Limited, and an exhibitors’ parade featuring a selection of diamonds, pearls and jewellery.

Download HKTDC Marketplace App for pre-registration and authentication for fast access

To facilitate buyers’ admission, the HKTDC Marketplace App and official websites of the two shows launched an online self-authentication function. Buyers can download the HKTDC Marketplace App and register through the App by uploading their photos and valid documents for instant authentication to obtain a verified buyer e-badge for direct admission, which will greatly reduce queuing and waiting time on-site.

Photos download: https://bit.ly/3Te2jRP

Fair Details:

* Press registration: For security reasons, all media will be required to present a name card and valid photo-bearing identity card (or passport) for press registration. Individuals with a valid press pass will be required to present their identity card (or passport) again at the entrance to the exhibition halls. Please allow sufficient time for registration.

Websites:
Hong Kong International Jewellery Show: https://www.hktdc.com/event/hkjewellery/en
Hong Kong International Diamond, Gem & Pearl Show: https://www.hktdc.com/event/hkdgp/en
Selected Products: https://bit.ly/3wvmX71
Shuttle Bus Arrangement: https://www.hktdc.com/event/hkdgp/en/travel-to-fairground-awe
https://www.hktdc.com/event/hkjewellery/en/travel-to-fairground-hkcec
Activity list: https://www.hktdc.com/event/hkjewellery/tc/intelligence-hub

HKTDC Media Room: http://mediaroom.hktdc.com

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About HKTDC

The Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) is a statutory body established in 1966 to promote, assist and develop Hong Kong's trade. With 50 offices globally, including 13 in Mainland China, the HKTDC promotes Hong Kong as a two-way global investment and business hub. The HKTDC organises international exhibitions, conferences and business missions to create business opportunities for companies, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), in the mainland and international markets. The HKTDC also provides up-to-date market insights and product information via research reports and digital news channels. For more information, please visit: www.hktdc.com/aboutus. Follow us on Twitter @hktdc and LinkedIn

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