Jewellery & Gem ASIA Hong Kong (JGA) continues to gain momentum, with major fine jewellery manufacturers and gemstone suppliers confirming their participation in the industry’s biggest mid-year B2B sourcing event in Asia.

According to show organiser Informa Markets Jewellery, exhibitor bookings are building up and trade buyer enquiries are streaming in as the global jewellery industry prepares to meet at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre (HKCEC) from June 20 to 23. 

JGA is anticipated to host over 1,700 exhibitors from more than 30 countries and regions, occupying over 30 pavilions under the group, product and themed categories. The latter comprises two distinct sections: the CORE Pavilion, which showcases leading jewellers from Hong Kong, and the Fine Design/Fine Gem Pavilion.

Online registration is now open for trade buyers.

“In an ever-changing business landscape, our community stays nimble, consistently adjusting to challenges and embracing opportunities for growth,” said David Bondi, senior vice president of Informa Markets in Asia. “That is precisely why it is important to have a physical presence in live events like JGA. Nothing compares to being right where the action is. The timing, scale and calibre of attendees at the fair are too valuable to overlook.”

JGA will present a comprehensive collection of finished jewellery and loose precious materials, including diamonds, coloured gemstones and pearls. The exhibition also has dedicated sections for jewellery-related equipment, packaging products and technology solutions.

“JGA is the place where industry professionals can make new business connections and explore valuable market resources. I strongly advise the buying community to plan ahead for JGA, since this will enhance their chances of having a successful visit,” said Celine Lau, director of Jewellery Fairs at Informa Markets Jewellery.

Event highlights

In addition to product sourcing, JGA provides valuable opportunities for learning and networking.

Leading off JGA’s programming is the announcement of the finalists in the Sustainability Awards 2024 by JWA (Jewellery World Awards). The shortlisted nominees will be revealed at a Media Gathering on June 20. 

The judging panel is composed of experts from both within and beyond the jewellery and gemstone industry, namely John Mulligan, director of Market Relations and Climate Change lead at the World Gold Council (WGC); gem and jewellery industry expert Nirupa Bhatt, Business Leadership coach & strategic adviser; Hayley A. Henning, Coloured Gemstone business strategist; Andrew Lau, director of ESG Advisory for Colliers Asia, and Jan Porter, head of Sustainability at Meiyume, a B2B provider of beauty packaging solutions.

The Sustainability Awards programme has five categories, namely Environmental Stewardship, Social Empowerment, Manufacturing Innovation, Community Engagement and Sustainability Leadership. The winners will be revealed in July and honoured at the Jewellery & Gem WORLD Hong Kong (JGW) Fair Reception on September 18 at the HKCEC.

Also adding to JGA’s inspiring atmosphere is the Red Radiance 2.0 – The Ruby’s Mine-to-Market Adventure. First introduced at JGW’s 40th edition last September by Informa’s Jewellery & Gem Knowledge Community, this learning experience features a ruby showcase accompanied by audio storytelling, live gemstone-cutting demonstrations and inclusion viewing.

Click here to view JNA's coverage of JGA 2024.