Jewellery, Gem & Technology in Dubai (JGTD) will feature four new country pavilions when it takes place this November at its new venue, the Dubai Exhibition Centre (DEC).

The B2B trade fair will have over 10 exhibit zones, including new pavilions representing China, Sri Lanka, Thailand and the US, showcasing quality suppliers from around the world, according to show organisers Informa Markets Jewellery and Italian Exhibition Group SpA (IEG).

Popular show-floor destinations such as Hong Kong, India, Italy and Türkiye will likewise be present at the show's third outing.  

JGTD 2024 will be held from November 12 to 14 in its new venue, DEC's Halls 1 and 2 South. Located in Expo City, DEC spans 45,000 square metres of event space and 14 exhibition and multi-use halls.

IEG Chief Business Officer Marco Carniello said, “JGTD is a premium sourcing destination for jewellery markets that enjoy easy access to Dubai. This buying event is enriched by an expanded range of offerings, its new dates and venue, and strong industry support. More importantly, JGTD responds to the evolving dynamics of the B2B buying process, catering to the trade’s need for faster sourcing cycles to meet the ever-changing preferences of their customers in the Middle East, Africa, Asia and other regions.”

Celine Lau, director of Jewellery Fairs at Informa Markets Jewellery, agreed, emphasising that the November exhibition dates provided the international buying community with the opportunity to replenish their inventories before the year ends and the holiday season begins.

“Furthermore, the shift to DEC will enable JGTD to build on its existing strengths as a global meeting point for discovering new products, soaking up fresh ideas and establishing meaningful connections within the jewellery community,” she continued.

According to Ahmed Bin Sulayem, executive chairman and chief executive officer of the Dubai Multi Commodities Centre (DMCC), JGTD forms a crucial part of this year’s Dubai Diamond Week from November 11 to 15, which will also see the seventh edition of DMCC’s flagship Dubai Diamond Conference and the culmination of the UAE’s chairmanship of the Kimberley Process at the annual plenary session. 

“With over US$38.3 billion worth of diamonds traded through the UAE last year, including a significant 32 per cent year-on-year growth for the polished segment, Dubai continues to secure its position as the world’s leading hub for precious stones,” he remarked. “We look forward to welcoming global business leaders later this year as we chart the next phase of industry growth.”

JGTD 2024 will feature a wide variety of products from approximately 400 exhibitors representing 25 countries and regions. It expects to welcome buying groups from Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries, including Saudi Arabia and Qatar; North Africa and Asia, among others.

The fair has likewise gained strong support from the Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC), India’s foremost industry organisation.