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Wednesday, 4 March 2009 |
ISSUE 1 |
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| Dazzling Opportunities |
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It's the perfect setting for Asia's major jewellery event ¡V the multi-faceted HKTDC Hong Kong International Jewellery Show 2009 is the place to be for anyone in the jewellery industry who wants their business to dazzle. This five-day event, which is ranked one of the top three in the world, is the perfect platform to source the latest products and forge fresh relationships.
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| Triumphant designs from the 10th Hong Kong Jewellery Design Competition were paraded at the press conference. |
This year we are playing host to over 2,300 exhibitors from 46 countries & regions. They include representatives of a total of 22 group pavilions. These pavilions, which represent various countries & regions as well as industry associations, are always a strong feature of the show and attract much interest from visitors.
| Meet the Press |
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At a press conference held on 18 February, the media were briefed on developments in the jewellery industry. The results of the 10th Hong Kong Jewellery Design Competition were also announced at the briefing.
| Gem of a Show |
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 We strive to make the fair experience as comfortable and productive for visitors as possible. This year sees the debut of the Hall of Fame, which offers the perfect showcase for 26 of the prestigious international brand names renowned for high-quality jewellery collections from Hong Kong, France, Greece, Italy, Japan, Malaysia, Monoco, Spain, Thailand,Turkey and UAE. In addition, Les Salons Privˆms, which offers a secluded area for companies specialising in fine pieces, not only features the specialist diamond sector, created in 2008, but a new section for 2009 specialising in South Sea pearls. Also new in 2009 is the Treasury of Carving Zone, it is a show window for carved exhibits of precious materials including jadeite, gold and gemstones.
| Returning Old Favourites |
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Other returning zones include Treasures of Nature Zone for loose diamonds, precious gems and pearls; Le Salon Extraordinaire, presenting precious set jewellery; Designer Jewellery Galleria for design-led collections; Antique & Vintage Renaissance; Jadeite Zone; and the ever-popular Watch & Clock Pavilion.
| Champion of Champions |
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A new dimension is added to the 2009 edition with a prestigious international design award - the International Jewellery Design Excellence (IJDE) Award 2009. The award showcases the "best of the best", being open only to top prize winners at other international jewellery design competitions. The IJDE Award 2009 has received 170 entries from 27 participating countries & regions. To mark the importance and authorisation of the competition, we are proud to have invited nine internationally renowned industry leaders and experts to form a heavy-weighted judging panel. Please do take the opportunity to view the winning entries at the Hall 1 Oasis area.
There is plenty more going on throughout the five days of the show. Two auctions are taking place: the 41st Paspaley Pearl Auction and the 44th Robert Wan Tahiti Perles Auction. A series of parades are featured, each one showcasing the exhibits of a different zone - these add glamour to the fair as well as offering plenty of inspiration. A seminar addressing the topic of jewellery valuation & investment value and a briefing on European retail market for jewellery, watches and precious stones have been organised, as well as a presentation by top-class international jewellery design master Mr Wallace Chan. For more details, please click here.
| What¡¦s On - 4 March |
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| Opening Ceremony* |
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9:30am ¡V Tea reception
10am ¡V Opening ceremony |
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Bauhinia Room, Expo Galleria |
| Designer Jewellery Galleria Parade |
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10:30am-11:30am |
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Hall 1 concourse |
| Meet the Jewellery Design and Craftsmanship Master ¡V Wallace Chan |
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2pm-2:30pm
Mini exhibition of Wallace Chan masterpieces
2:30pm-4pm
Seminar and Q&A Session |
Venue: |
Room 201 |
| The 7th International South Sea Pearl Jewellery Design Competition Award Presentation & Winning Pieces Parade* |
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4pm-5:30pm |
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Meeting Room 306-308 |
| Carat Party* |
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4:30pm-5:15pm |
Venue: |
Foyer Area of Meeting Room 401 |
| Gala Evening cum International Jewellery Design Excellence Award Presentation Ceremony* |
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6:30pm ¡V Cocktail reception
7pm ¡V Dinner |
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Grand Ballroom,
Grand Hyatt Hong Kong |
| *By Invitation Only |
| Fair Opening Hours |
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Fair Dates |
Opening Hours |
Buyer Registration Hours |
4 March (Wed) |
10:30am-6:30pm |
10am-6pm |
| 5-7 March (Thur-Sat) |
10am-6:30pm |
9:30am-6pm |
8 March (Sun) |
10am-5:30pm |
9:30am-5pm |
| See What the World Has to Say about Asia's Largest Spring Jewellery Show |
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Each year the HKTDC creates an intensive marketing campaign targeting buyers worldwide to ensure the success of the show. Take a look at the promotional boards at Hall 1A and Expo Drive Entrance for more details. |
| Free Magazine |
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Don't forget to collect a FREE copy of the fair's official magazine at the Buyer Registration Counters, Publications Booth or Email Lounge.
| hktdc.com Customised Sourcing Service |
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Now you can locate the right products you need by getting a list of relevant exhibitors with booth numbers and product photos at the fair. Look for this friendly sign.
| Enquiry Contact |
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Customer Service Line: (852) 1830 668
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Rebecca Tse
Manager, Marketing Communications
Exhibitions Department
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