Fair Report For Immediate release
21 July 2016
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June Hong Kong Jewellery & Gem Fair concludes with positive feedback
The June Hong Kong Jewellery & Gem Fair (http://exhibitions.jewellerynetasia.com/6jg/) (June Fair) concluded on a positive note on 26 June 2016. Held at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre, the June Fair featured 2,210 exhibitors in 70,000 square metres of exhibition space. It welcomed 24,861 visitors from 109 countries and regions over its four-day run.
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“We are glad to see the overall number of visitors has remained steady compared to last year’s edition even under the current challenging world economy. The number of visitors from Korea, Myanmar and Cambodia increased 72%, 45% and 43%, respectively. The implication of this growth is that the purchasing power of these emerging markets is unquestionable. Even more exciting is the increase of 15% of the visitor numbers from a traditional jewellery market, the North America. The figures further confirm the strong position of the June Fair in the industry,” said Celine Lau, Director of Jewellery Fairs, UBM Asia.
Below are detailed visitor numbers at the June Fair:
– The total number of visitors over four days reached 24,861. These visitors, from 109 countries and regions, made 46,814 visits during the fair’s four-day run; – Visitors from outside Hong Kong totalled 15,988, accounting for 64% of the total number of visitors; – Hong Kong-based visitors totalled 8,873; – The Top 10 sources of visitors from outside Hong Kong and mainland China were India, Taiwan region, the Philippines, Thailand, Japan, the United States, Korea, Singapore, Australia and Indonesia. Overall, the Top 10 visiting countries accounted for 18.8% of the total number of visitors.
Ms Lau noted that the June Fair will mark its 30th anniversary next year. “We will continue to serve the industry by enhancing the buyers’ sourcing experience further. We are also planning some new features for the fair,” she said.
Exhibitors’ comments
“This is our first time to participate in the June Fair. We met around 10 new Chinese buyers. The fair’s venue is good and very accessible. The organiser’s service is professional. We will participate again next year.” – Wilson Patrick Lembo, representative of Lembo Pearls s.r.l. from Italy
“We participate in the June Fair to explore more business opportunities and meet more international buyers. We met three news buyers from India. We are satisfied with the fair arrangement.” – Parnnook T., representative of Sirus Tanya Co. Ltd. from Thailand
“We are diamond suppliers and have been exhibiting in the June Fair for four years. Our major buyers are mainly from Asia. We met seven new buyers from Singapore and Korea. We are happy that we made more business this year compared to last year. The June Fair is an important fair for us to meet Asian buyers.” – Shai Golan, CEO of Y. L Golan Ltd from Israel
“We are impressed with the organiser’s services. We met buyers from China. The June Fair attracts a lot of international buyers so it is a good platform for us to expand our network. We will come back again for sure.” – Yu Li, general manager (Asia Business) of Cody Opal from Australia
“We met 20 new buyers during the fair. They were mainly from Hong Kong, China, Australia and the United Kingdom. This fair brings in a lot of Asian buyers and it is a good venue to expand our network.” – Chris Semin, sales of Istor Kuyumculuk from Turkey
Visitors’ comments
“My company is an importer of emeralds from Colombia. My friend recommended the June Fair to me so I came to find new suppliers. I met suppliers from Hong Kong and the United States. This first visit to June Fair is satisfactory. The fair is well-organised.” – Monte Zajicek, representative of Equatorian Imports from Colombia
“I came to meet my existing suppliers; they are mostly from India. The quality of exhibitors is good. The June Fair’s schedule is a good time for re-stocking. I will definitely visit again next year.” – Lunchalcorn S, assistant director of Mode Image from Thailand
“The June Fair showcases a wide range of products and features a great number of exhibitors. It enables me to source quality diamonds and gemstones. My visit is satisfactory.” – Daniil Sheinin, director of 8 Gemstones from Russia Federation
“I have been to the June Fair for more than 10 times. I visit the fair to source gemstones from my suppliers from Hong Kong.” – Takayuki Imanari, representative of Marmi Co, Ltd from Japan
“I visit the June Fair regularly. The products that I source are mainly diamonds and pearls. Travelling to the Fair is easy and the organiser is very professional and helpful. I really enjoy the Club Elite service.” – Mary McLachlan, representative of McLachlan Studio from Australia
Special Events
Press Conference
The press conference on the “JNA Awards 2016 – Announcement of Honourees” was held on 23 June. This annual JNA Awards honours companies and individuals that have demonstrated excellence and innovation in the jewellery and gemstone industry, with a focus on their accomplishments in the Asian region.
Auctions
A world-class pearl auction, the 58th Paspaley Pearl Auction, was held during the Fair.
Diamond Auction by PJSC Alrosa, Russia’s the leading diamond mining company, was held from 23 to 26 June. Seminars
The June Fair offered participants a number of learning opportunities. GRS Lab and the Gemmological Association of Hong Kong hosted seminars on timely industry topics on 25 June. The GRS Lab discussed their new book titled “Pigeon Blood Valley” and shared the latest market intelligence about rubies from the city of Mogok, Myanmar. The Gemmological Association of Hong Kong discussed the technology for identifying laboratory-grown diamonds.
Support from the Industry
The Fair enjoys support from major international jewellery organisations including:
Advisory Board • The Hong Kong Jewellers’ and Goldsmiths’ Association • The Hong Kong Jewellery & Jade Manufacturers Association • Hong Kong Jewelry Manufacturers’ Association • Diamond Federation of Hong Kong, China
Sponsors • The Gemmological Association of Hong Kong • Gemological Institute of America (Hong Kong) • Hong Kong Gold & Silver Ornament Workers & Merchants General Union • The Kowloon Pearls, Precious Stones, Jade, Gold and Silver Ornament Merchants Association
Upcoming Fairs
September Hong Kong Jewellery & Gem Fair 2016
13-17 September 2016, AsiaWorld-Expo • Hong Kong Exhibits profile: diamonds, gemstones, pearls, equipment & packaging
15-19 September 2016, Hong Kong Convention & Exhibition Centre Exhibits profile: fine finished jewellery
The September edition of Asia’s Fashion Jewellery & Accessories Fair (AFJ) is held in conjunction with the September Jewellery & Gem Fair. AFJ runs for four days – from 13-16 September 2016 — at AsiaWorld-Expo.
June Hong Kong Jewellery & Gem Fair 2017
The June Hong Kong Jewellery & Gem Fair will be held from 22-25 June 2017 at the Hong Kong Convention & Exhibition Centre. Mineral, Gem & Fossil Asia will be held concurrently from 22-25 June 2017.
Other important jewellery fairs organised by UBM Asia
CHINA |
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China International Gold, Jewellery & Gem Fair – Shanghai |
China International Gold, Jewellery & Gem Fair – Shenzhen |
Dates: 18-21 November 2016 |
Dates: 19-22 April 2017 |
Venue: Shanghai World Expo Exhibition & Convention Center |
Venue: Shenzhen Convention and Exhibition Center |
JAPAN |
SINGAPORE |
Japan Jewellery Fair |
Singapore Jewellery & Gem Fair |
Dates: 1 – 3 September 2016 |
Dates: 4 – 7 November 2016 |
Venue: Tokyo Big Sight Exhibition Center |
Venue: Marina Bay Sands, Singapore |
INDIA |
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New Delhi Jewellery & Gem Fair |
Hyderabad Jewellery, Pearl & Gem Fair |
Dates: 24 – 26 September 2016 |
Dates: 9 – 11 June 2017 |
Venue: Pragati Maidan, New Delhi, India |
Venue: HITEX Exhibition Centre, Hyderabad, India |
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Kolkata Jewellery & Gem Fair |
Gem & Jewellery India International Exhibition |
Dates: 9 – 11 December 2016 |
Dates: 7 – 9 October 2016 |
Venue: Milan Mela Exhibition Complex |
Venue: Chennai Trade Centre, Chennai, India |
TAIWAN |
Taiwan Jewellery & Gem Fair |
Dates: 21 – 24 October 2016 |
Venue: Taipei World Trade Center |
RUSSIA FEDERATION |
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JUNWEX Moscow, JUNWEX Watch |
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Dates: 28 September – 2 October 2016 |
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Venue: All-Russian Exhibition Centre, Moscow |
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JUNWEX St. Petersburg |
JUNWEX New Russian Style |
Dates: 1 – 5 February 2017 |
Dates: 24 – 28 May 2017 |
Venue: LENEXPO, St. Petersburg |
Venue: All-Russian Exhibition Centre, Moscow |
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TURKEY |
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Istanbul Jewelry Show – II |
Istanbul Jewelry Show – I |
Dates: 13 – 16 October 2016 |
Dates: 16 – 19 March 2017 |
Venue: Istanbul Fair Center (CNR EXPO), Turkey |
Venue: Istanbul Fair Center (CNR EXPO), Turkey |
For fair details, please contact: Sales Department, Jewellery Fairs, UBM Asia Tel: (852) 2516 1677 / 2585 6179 Fax: (852) 3749 7319 E-mail: [email protected] Website: http://www.jewellerynetasia.com/ |
For media enquiries, please contact: Marketing Communications Department, Jewellery Fairs, UBM Asia Tel: (852) 2585 6197 Fax: (852) 3749 7318 E-mail [email protected] |
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Notes to Editors:
About UBM Asia’s jewellery fairs (http://www.jewellerynetasia.com/)
UBM Asia, organiser of the most professional international jewellery fairs globally, offers opportunities to the world’s jewellery trade. UBM Asia’s jewellery fairs attract over 100,000 trade buyers and over 10,000 exhibitors from around the world. The September Hong Kong Jewellery & Gem Fair, with over 3,750 exhibitors and more than 57,600 visitors, is the world’s number one fine jewellery event. The June Fair is Asia’s biggest mid-year international jewellery fair. UBM Asia also organises jewellery fairs in Shenzhen and Shanghai in China; Chennai, Delhi, Hyderabad and Kolkata in India; Japan; Turkey; Singapore; Taiwan; and Moscow and St Petersburg in Russian Federation.
About UBM Asia (http://www.ubmasia.com/)
Owned by UBM plc listed on the London Stock Exchange, UBM Asia is the largest trade show organiser in Asia and the largest commercial organiser in China, India and Malaysia. Established with its headquarters in Hong Kong and subsidiary companies across Asia and in the US, UBM Asia has a strong global presence in 24 major cities with 32 offices and 1,300 staff.
With a track record spanning over 30 years, UBM Asia operates in 19 market sectors with 230 events, 28 targeted trade publications, 18 round-the-clock online products for over 2,000,000 quality exhibitors, visitors, conference delegates, advertisers and subscribers from all over the world. We provide a one-stop diversified global service for high-value business matching, quality market news and online trading networks.
UBM Asia has extensive office networks in China, Southeast Asia and India, three of the world’s fastest growing B2B events markets. UBM China has 12 offices in the major cities in mainland China, including Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou, Hangzhou, Guzhen and Shenzhen, where we organise 90 events. In ASEAN, UBM Asia operates from its offices in Malaysia, Thailand, Indonesia, Singapore, Vietnam and the Philippines with 70 events in this region. UBM India teams in Mumbai, New Delhi, Bengaluru and Chennai organise over 20 events every year across the country.
UBM Asia was awarded ‘Asia’s Most Reliable Trade Show Organizer Award’ in Hong Kong’s Most Valuable Companies Awards (HKMVCA) 2016.
Appendix
Visitor Profile
(A) Number of overseas and domestic visitors
Number of Hong Kong-based visitors |
8,873
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36%
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Number of visitors from outside Hong Kong |
15,988
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64%
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Total number of visitors |
24,861
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100%
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(B) Visitor attendance by continent and region
Asia-Pacific (excluding Hong Kong) |
14,376
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58%
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Europe |
662
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3%
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North, South & Central America |
613
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2%
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Middle East, Africa and others |
337
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1%
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Hong Kong |
8,873
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36%
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Total number of visitors |
24,861
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100%
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(C) Visitors were from 109 countries and regions, as follows:
Asia-Pacific Australia, Bangladesh, Cambodia, Mainland China, Hong Kong, Christmas Island, India, Indonesia, Japan, Korea, Macau, Malaysia, Mongolia, Myanmar, New Zealand, Pakistan, Philippines, Singapore, Sri Lanka, Taiwan, Thailand, Vietnam
Middle East Armenia, Bahrain, Egypt, Iran, Iraq, Israel, Kuwait, Lebanon, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates
Africa Algeria, Botswana, Burkina Faso, Republic of the Congo, Ethiopia, Gambia, Guinea, Kenya, Madagascar, Mali, Morocco, Mozambique, Namibia, Niger Republic, Nigeria, Senegal, South Africa, Spanish Territories of North Africa, Swaziland, Tanzania, Tunisia, Zambia
Europe Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Iceland, Italy, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Monaco, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Republic of Ireland, Romania, Russian Federation, Serbia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Turkey, the United Kingdom, Ukraine
South/ Central America Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Costa Rica, Jamaica, Mexico, Peru, Uruguay, Venezuela, Virgin Islands of the USA
North America Bermuda, Canada, the United States
Others Fiji, French Polynesia, Guam, Mauritius, New Caledonia, Wallis and Futuna Islands
(D) Top 10 visiting countries and regions (excluding mainland China and Hong Kong)
Number of visitors from mainland China: 9,579
Ranking
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Country/ Region |
Number of visitors
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India |
831
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Taiwan |
796
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3
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The Philippines |
619
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4
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Thailand |
490
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5
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Japan |
480
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6
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The United States |
423
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7
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Korea |
404
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8
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Singapore |
234
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9
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Australia |
211
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10
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Indonesia |
190
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(E) Exhibitor Profile (By Country/ Region)
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Country/ Region |
No. of Exhibitors
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Country/ Region |
No. of Exhibitors
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Australia |
13
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22 |
Malaysia |
1
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2 |
Austria |
1
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23 |
Mexico |
1
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3 |
Belgium |
55
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24 |
Monaco |
1
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4 |
Brazil |
23
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25 |
Myanmar |
6
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5 |
Canada |
4
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26 |
Nepal |
1
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6 |
Mainland China |
181
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27 |
New Zealand |
2
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7 |
Colombia |
9
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28 |
The Philippines |
1
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8 |
Czech Republic |
1
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29 |
Poland |
6
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9 |
Ethiopia |
1
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30 |
Russian Federation |
4
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10 |
France |
7
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31 |
Singapore |
10
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11 |
French Polynesia |
6
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32 |
Sri Lanka |
25
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12 |
Germany |
35
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33 |
Switzerland |
8
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13 |
Hong Kong region |
922
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34 |
Taiwan region |
78
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14 |
India |
74
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35 |
Tanzania |
1
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15 |
Indonesia |
2
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36 |
Thailand |
209
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16 |
Israel |
55
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37 |
Turkey |
26
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17 |
Italy |
75
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38 |
The United Kingdom |
5
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18 |
Japan |
235
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39 |
Ukraine |
1
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19 |
Korea |
24
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40 |
United Arab Emirates |
3
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20 |
Lebanon |
1
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41 |
The United States |
92
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21 |
Lithuania |
5
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Grand Total: 2,210
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