The Hong Kong International Diamond, Gem & Pearl Show opened today, with the Hong Kong International Jewellery Show following on Wednesday, together forming what organizers describe as the world's largest one-stop jewellery marketplace. Organized by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC), the twin events feature approximately 4,000 exhibitors from more than 40 countries and regions, with 70% coming from outside Hong Kong, underscoring their international significance. Jenny Koo, Deputy Executive Director of the HKTDC, stated that the shows present an extensive spectrum of product categories, including diamonds, gemstones, pearls, finished jewellery, designer brands, and packaging.
The Diamond, Gem & Pearl Show at AsiaWorld-Expo features more than 20 country and regional pavilions, including debuts from the Zhushan Turquoise Pavilion, representing an area known as the "Hometown of Chinese Turquoise," and the return of favorites like the Tanzanite Foundation. Three major product zones—the Hall of Fine Diamonds, Treasures of Nature, and Treasures of Ocean—highlight materials such as a fancy intense pink diamond from Arihant Star (HK) Limited, an 11-carat Colombian emerald from Emco Gem Inc., and a large freshwater pearl strand from Alain Boite S.A.S. Innovations in authentication are also prominent, with GIA Hong Kong Laboratory Limited launching a new coloured gemstone report for clearer information on type, processing, and origin, while another laboratory promotes origin technologies to enhance identification accuracy.
Throughout the shows, industry seminars and events will address key trends. On March 2, representatives from De Beers will analyze the natural diamond market in "Forever Forward: Igniting Desire for Natural Diamonds." On March 4, Gübelin Gem Lab Limited will discuss "Sustainable Gem Practices: Provenance & Ethical Traceability," integrating scientific testing and blockchain records. On March 5, a special conference will focus on Zhushan Turquoise, detailing its mining and transformation into jewellery. These events aim to provide insights into market dynamics and ethical sourcing, which are increasingly important to consumers and the industry.
The Jewellery Show at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre will showcase finished pieces, featuring 20 group pavilions, including debuts from the World Gold Council's Hard Pure Gold Pavilion and the Hong Kong Watch Manufacturers Association Pavilion. Creative zones like the Designer Galleria will highlight about 50 designers, while the Hall of Fame has expanded by over 40% to present more international brands. To facilitate attendance, the HKTDC offers free shuttle buses between venues and urban areas, including to the HKCEC in Wan Chai, and continues special measures for Muslim buyers, such as prayer rooms and shuttle services to mosques. Partnerships with the Hong Kong Tourism Board provide exclusive buyer privileges for dining, air tickets, and hotels.
The shows adopt an Exhibition+ hybrid format, with the AI-powered Click2Match platform offering online business matching from February 23 to March 13. Physical buyers can use Scan2Match to scan exhibitor QR codes for continued discussions, and advance registration is available through the HKTDC Marketplace App and official fair websites like https://www.hktdc.com/event/hkdgp/en and https://www.hktdc.com/event/hkjewellery/en. This digital integration allows for around-the-clock exploration of business opportunities, enhancing efficiency for global participants. The events reinforce Hong Kong's position as a pivotal hub in the jewellery trade, driving innovation and connectivity in a rapidly evolving market.
