New products, new innovations and new business opportunities await trade buyers at Jewellery & Gem ASIA Hong Kong (JGA), Asia’s premier mid-year B2B sourcing event scheduled for June this year, Informa Markets Jewellery announced.

Returning to the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre (HKCEC) from June 20 to 23, Jewellery & Gem ASIA Hong Kong (JGA) will feature more than 1,700 exhibitors from over 30 countries and regions, occupying 30-plus pavilions spanning the group, product and themed categories. Another highlight is the big reveal on the finalists of the highly anticipated Sustainability Awards 2024 by JWA, an awards programme that recognises and honours sustainable business practices in the global jewellery community. Also deserving focus is the return of an immersive exhibit on the “King of Gems” – Red Radiance 2.0 – The Ruby’s Mine-To-Market Adventure.

Buyer online pre-registration is now open and will remain available until June 13.

“With the ever-changing landscape of our industry, trade buyers are now placing greater emphasis on intentional sourcing, and our JGA exhibitors – who represent the very best in the market – are fully prepared to meet these evolving demands,” said David Bondi, senior vice president of Informa Markets in Asia. 

Positioned in the middle of the year, JGA stands as a centrepiece event in the trade show calendar. 

“Buyers will have four days of sourcing, all in one place,” shared Celine Lau, director of Jewellery Fairs at Informa Markets Jewellery. “JGA’s strategic timing provides businesses with a prime opportunity to review and replenish inventory for the rest of the year, and simultaneously prepares them for the world’s largest fine jewellery sourcing event in September – Jewellery & Gem WORLD Hong Kong (JGW).”

JGA will present a wide range of collections, encompassing finished jewellery, diamonds, coloured gemstones and pearls. Additionally, dedicated sections will highlight equipment, packaging and technology solutions. By attending, buyers can not only explore the latest product releases but also access valuable market intelligence.

“We do more than just connect people with products. We offer fresh content that adds depth and value to the buying experience. After all, people come to JGA to be inspired,” Lau added.

Fair highlights

During the Media Gathering on June 20, Informa will announce the finalists for the Sustainability Awards 2024 by JWA, which applauds exceptional sustainability initiatives undertaken by businesses in the fine jewellery, gemstone and related industries over the past three years. The 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 JGW Fair Reception on September 18 at the HKCEC. 

Amid the excitement of the Awards, JGA attendees may also explore the world of rubies through 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 onsite experience features a ruby exhibit accompanied by audio storytelling, live gemstone-cutting demonstrations and a dark room where visitors may use a UV torch to inspect rubies. 

Product preview

Professional buyers will have the opportunity to explore 30-plus pavilions, including two signature areas, namely CORE in Hall 1 and Fine Design/Fine Gem in Hall 3. This clear categorisation not only highlights the unique offerings of each section but also makes navigating the show floor easier.

The CORE Pavilion hosts leading jewellery makers in Hong Kong, emphasising the city’s position as a hub for jewellery design and manufacturing. In addition, Fine Design/Fine Gem presents top jewellers’ design-focused collections and one-of-a-kinds, and gemstone dealers’ exceptional diamonds, coloured gemstones and pearls, among others.

In addition to exhibits, JGA will host seminars and presentations, including exhibitor-led sessions. Details will be announced soon.