Jewellery, Gem & Technology in Dubai (JGTD) delivered its strongest performance to date in its fourth edition, welcoming 5,667 trade buyers, a 15 per cent increase year on year. 

Delegates from 102 countries and regions highlighted Dubai’s growing prominence as a primary sourcing destination amid challenging market conditions, according to show organisers Informa Markets Jewellery and Italian Exhibition Group SpA (IEG).

JGTD 2025 saw unprecedented international participation, with overseas visitors climbing 55 per cent to 3,332 buyers, representing 59 per cent of total attendance – the highest international turnout since its inception.

The three-day fair, which took place from November 11 to 13 in Halls 1 & 2 South of the Dubai Exhibition Centre (DEC) in Expo City, saw attendance climbing sharply across major buying markets including China, India, Israel, Saudi Arabia, Sri Lanka, Türkiye and Uzbekistan.

Hosted buyer delegations from 25 countries joined established purchasers recalibrating their sourcing strategies in response to supply chain pressures and fluctuating gold prices.

The growth in buyer attendance reflected the event’s strong appeal and clear market positioning. Its dedicated B2B approach meant trade business came first, fitting with Dubai’s standing as a world business hub, noted the show organisers. The fair attracted buyers through its high-quality and comprehensive product offering, featuring the Middle East’s biggest gemstone collection and an expanded technology section that highlighted its leadership in industry innovation.

“These attendance numbers solidify JGTD’s status as the best B2B sourcing event in the Middle East and a prime buying destination for markets within a six- to seven-hour flight radius of Dubai,” noted Celine Lau, director of Jewellery Fairs at Informa Markets Jewellery.

Marco Carniello, chief business officer at IEG, added, “The show floor atmosphere reflected buyers’ strategic sourcing focus, with participants arriving well-prepared with specific requirements, established budgets and clear procurement schedules.”

The fair likewise fortified its industry relationships with two returning partners. DMCC (Dubai Multi Commodities Centre), led by Executive Chairman and CEO Ahmed Bin Sulayem, continued as Official Partner, while Dubai Jewellery Group (DJG) under Chairman Tawhid Abdulla, maintained its Industry Partner status for the fourth consecutive year.

The B2B marketplace featured approximately 400 exhibitors from 26 countries and regions, with net exhibition space expanding by 10 per cent year on year. Nine international pavilions presented suppliers from China, Dubai, Hong Kong, India, Italy, Sri Lanka, Thailand, Türkiye and the US, alongside first-time participants from Jordan, Kazakhstan, Oman and Taiwan. This global diversity offered buyers extensive sourcing options to mitigate supply chain risks.

Product highlights spanned the entire jewellery spectrum. Exhibitors showcased diamonds from 1 carat to over 100 carats, rare gemstones and fine pearls. Gold jewellery ranged from 18-karat to 22-karat pieces, available in plain gold or diamond-set designs.

Advanced manufacturing solutions were equally prominent, featuring cutting-edge 3D printing technology alongside traditional artisanal techniques such as specialised hand-engraving and bespoke craftsmanship. Together, these offerings demonstrated the industry’s capabilities in both mass production and customised manufacturing.

The exhibition’s broad international reach created a rich mix of exhibitors and visitors while smart business matching services were carefully designed to suit the specific types of companies involved. This was backed by a full programme of market knowledge sessions that provided insights on trends and opportunities, with expert input from partners DMCC and DJG, according to the show organisers.

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