Mumbai: In a historic move, the Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC) has signed a cooperation agreement with UBM Asia Ltd, for organizing the India pavilion at UBM’s Hong Kong Jewellery & Gem Fair held during June and September 2018. Both shows are the leading and the most sought after ones in the gem and jewellery world. GJEPC is the apex body of the gem & jewellery industry in India, representing more than 6500 member exporters.

• June Hong Kong Jewellery & Gem Fair (6JG), 21 – 24 June 2018, Hong Kong Convention & Exhibition Centre
• September Hong Kong Jewellery & Gem Fair (9JG), 12 – 16 September 2018,
• AsiaWorld Expo, 14 – 18 September 2018, Hong Kong Convention & Exhibition Centre

GJEPC Chairman Mr. Pramod Agarwal said, “Hong Kong has been second largest export market for the Indian gem & jewellery industry. The two UBM shows of June and September is an important platform for the Indian g&j industry as these shows will not only help us to expand our reach in the Hong Kong market but will also give access to other key markets in Asia. In a landmark cooperation agreement with UBM, we have made sure that our best manufacturers get this opportunity at India Pavilion to showcase their capabilities in terms of best cuts and jewellery design”.

Jewellery & Gem Fair 2018 show, India pavilion will cover 582/sqm with 50 exhibitors at Gemstones in Hall no. 5E; Diamonds in Hall no. 3BDCE

A total of 50 exhibitors will be participating at the June Jewellery & Gem Fair 2018 show where Gemstones section is located at Hall no. 5E and Diamonds section is at Hall no. 3BDCE.

For the September show, a total of 110 exhibitors will be participating at India Pavilion covered in an area of 1419 sqm with Gemstones section at Hall no. 10, Diamonds at Hall no. 11 and Fine Jewellery at Hall no. 3E.

India, today, is the most sought after sourcing destination for gems and jewellery for the global market. The overall gem & jewellery exports for the period April 2017 – Jan 2018 accounted for US$ 33903.28 million. Out of which a staggering US $ 10932.78 million export were to Hong Kong; Cut and polished diamonds exports accounted for US$ 7976.81 million; Gold jewellery at US$ 782.13 million whereas coloured gemstones recorded exports worth US$ 160.23 million.

GJEPC, over the years, has played a significant role in boosting and promoting country’s exports through various initiatives and programmes. Be it organizing the mega India International Jewellery Show (IIJS), SIGNATURE or India Pavilions at major Trade Fairs across the world. GJEPC also focuses on programmes like Buyer- Seller Meet. The Council has been at the forefront for the benefit of this gigantic industry.

Exhibiting at the two UBM shows of June and September 2018 under the Indian Pavilion will enjoy a group advertising exposure fully supported by GJEPC. For more details regarding participation under the Indian Pavilion, please contact GJEPC as follows:

Ms. Naheed Sunke, Senior Manager, International Events (GJEPC), G2-A, Trade Centre, Bandra-Kurla Complex, Bandra East, Mumbai 400 051, India. Tel +91 22 43541816, Fax +9122 26524769, Email: naheed@gjepcindia.com