According to a report from Industry Net (Hong Kong) on March 2, 2015, the “2nd Hong Kong International Diamond, Gemstone and Pearl Fair,” organized by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC), opened this morning at the AsiaWorld-Expo and will run until Friday, March 6.

The Hong Kong International Diamond, Gem & Pearl Show specializes in exhibiting raw materials for jewelry, providing the jewelry industry with the most comprehensive platform for sourcing these materials. The “32nd Hong Kong International Jewellery Show,” which showcases finished jewelry pieces, will be held from March 4 to 8 at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre in Wan Chai. Together, these two exhibitions have attracted over 4,360 exhibitors from 52 countries and regions, setting a new record and making them the world’s largest jewelry trade platform.

In the new exhibition area, “Marine Treasures,” featuring high-quality pearls, Ms. Yip Lau Shuk-yee, a member of the Executive Council and a Legislative Council Member, served as the keynote guest at the opening ceremony of the Hong Kong International Diamond, Gem & Pearl Show. She performed the traditional “dotting of the eyes” on the lion dance sculpture and delivered the opening address.

The 2nd Hong Kong International Diamond, Gem & Pearl Show has opened with great fanfare, kicking off the year’s premier jewelry event.

She praised Hong Kong jewelry manufacturers for their outstanding craftsmanship and innovative designs, which are highly regarded by the international industry. “Hong Kong is strategically located at the heart of Asia and serves as a vital hub for jewelry trade in the global industry. I believe buyers from all over the world will be able to find high-quality products from a wide variety of international and local brands at this exhibition.”

In her speech, Ms. Sin Yat-yan, Chairperson of the Hong Kong Trade Development Council’s Jewelry Industry Advisory Committee, stated: “Building on the success of last year’s inaugural ‘Two Exhibitions, Two Locations’ event, this year we are once again bringing together a dazzling array of gemstones and pearls at the AsiaWorld-Expo, attracting over 1,800 exhibitors from 38 countries and regions.”

The 2nd Hong Kong International Diamond, Gem & Pearl Show Kicks Off with Great Fanfare

Buyer Registration Desk for the 2nd Hong Kong International Diamond, Gem & Pearl Show

The 2nd Hong Kong International Diamond, Gemstone & Pearl Show features three major exhibition zones, showcasing a wide range of jewelry raw materials across different categories. These include the "Fine Diamonds Showcase," which brings together high-quality diamonds from around the world; "Natural Treasures," featuring an extensive selection of precious colored gemstones; and the newly added "Ocean Treasures" zone, dedicated to displaying various types of premium pearls.

Exhibition Layout for the 2nd Hong Kong International Diamond, Gemstone & Pearl Fair

Exhibition venue

The exhibition also features pavilions from 20 countries, regions, and industry organizations, including mainland China, Thailand, India, and the United States, as well as first-time participants Australia, Colombia, and Pakistan. Industry organization pavilions include the Antwerp World Diamond Center, the International Colored Gemstone Association, and the Japan Pearl Exporters’ Association. The Hong Kong International Jewellery Show will kick off this Wednesday. The Hong Kong International Jewellery Show, which opens this Wednesday, is divided into eight distinct exhibition zones showcasing various types of finished jewelry pieces.

This year’s newly established “Tian Gong Gui Bao” exhibition area focuses on showcasing exquisitely crafted decorative pieces made from precious and semi-precious stones, gold, silver, and other materials. The annual highlight exhibition area, “Brand Essence Gallery,” features 46 internationally renowned jewelry brands this year—breaking the previous record. Among them are Hong Kong’s “LORENZO,” Italy’s “THE FIFTH SEASON BY ROBERTO COIN,” “GIORGIO VISCONTI,” and “FOPE,” as well as China’s Lao Feng Xiang. Other exhibition areas include the “Jewelry Essence Gallery,” “Splendid Jewelry Pavilion,” “Classic Essence Gallery,” “Selected Jewelry Designs,” “Jade Jewelry Gallery,” and “Watches Gallery.”

The Japanese pearl exhibition area was crowded with people.

Ma Yongyi, Chairman of the Preparatory Committee for the two exhibitions in 2015, stated that the specialized exhibition zones make it easier for buyers to find their target products and partners. The event organized more than 110 buyer delegations, with approximately 9,000 buyer delegates from over 65 countries and regions around the world visiting the exhibition and bringing forth limitless business opportunities.

To help the industry stay closely attuned to market trends and exchange the latest information, more than 30 events will be held during the two exhibitions, including jewelry shows, networking receptions, specialized seminars, and forums. These events will cover hot topics such as the online jewelry market, advances in diamond research, and challenges in gemstone identification.

During the overlapping period of the two exhibitions, the organizer will provide shuttle bus services between the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre and the AsiaWorld-Expo, making it convenient for traders to travel between the two venues and visit the exhibitions.