Saturday, 6 March 2010

ISSUE 2




Booth: 3CF13
Booth: 3DB44
Booth: 3CE15
Booth: 3DA44

Opening Ceremony
Guest of honour, Bi Lijun, Vice-Director of National Gems & Jewelry Technology Administrative Center, the Hon. Starry Lee Wai-king, member of the Legislative Council Panel on Commerce and Industry, Gaetano Cavalieri, President of World Jewellery Confederation (CIBJO), Fred Lam, Executive Director of HKTDC, Lawrence Ma, Chairman of Jewellery Advisory Committee and Fair Organising Committee, along with VIP guests and industry officials celebrate the opening of the HKTDC Hong Kong International Jewellery Show.


VIP Tour

The Carat Party at
Exclusive Showroom (Diamonds)
Lawrence Ma (2nd from left) and Gaetano Cavalieri (1st from right) led the guests in a toast to continued success at the Carat Party, a celebration of the style and sophistication of the Exclusive Showroom (Diamonds).

Gold Rush
At the Chuk Kam Jewellery Design Competition Award Presentation held yesterday, the fascinating creations of winning designers were paraded by models at Hall 3C Oasis. These wonderful designs are on display at the Hall 1C Concourse Display Area for all to see and enjoy.


Mutation of the Jewellery Market
At the seminar "The Great Mutation of the High-end Jewellery Market", Didier Brodbeck, International Consultant of GIE Perles de Tahiti, gives the audience his insight on major shocks of the jewellery world over the last two decades.


Secret of Selling in the Chinese Mainland
Simon Yau, Area Manager of Southern China and Hong Kong, K-gold Director of World Gold Council and Shi Li Hua, Chief Executive Officer of Shanghai Lao Feng Xiang Co., Ltd., share with the audience their experience at the seminar "Decoding Mainland Jewellery Retail Market and Consumer Behaviour".


Hear What Buyers Say
"In business for 25 years, JM is an importer of jewellery and gemstones. I like the show very much and that’s why I come here every year. This is an important place for me to source quality products at the right price. Everything is good here. I’ve already found some good items and will place orders after the show."
Alcislei Alves Cavalcante Pego, Director, JM Comércio E Lapidaçâo De Pedras Preciosas Ltda., Brazil

"We have been selling watches and jewellery since 1962 and currently run 14 retail shops in Saudi Arabia. Hong Kong International Jewellery Show is one of the best fairs for jewellery business and it offers a great opportunity to learn about market trends and find suppliers. The fair is well managed with efficient and excellent services, comfortable environment and good security. I love it."
Ali Hassan Al-Nemer, Managing Director, Abdul Samad For Watches & Jewellery, Saudi Arabia


Hear What Exhibitors Say
"We specialise in the sale of antique watches and have been a long-time exhibitor for the fair. The show is getting better and better each year. Our business has been growing steadily and we make good business through the exhibition. This is a very international trade event. We’ve received strong interest from buyers particularly those from the Chinese mainland, Vietnam and India."
P.S. Szeto, Proprietor, Leow Antique Watch & Jewellery, Singapore

"This is the 10th year we've participated in Hong Kong International Jewellery Show. We have come with an exquisite collection of Fred Leighton jewellery this year. This is a very good show and we are positive about the results. It provides a great platform to meet agents and retail clients in the region. The Hong Kong fair is one of the top shows for us every year."
Hugo Foutermann, Vice President, International Sales, Windsor Jewelers Inc, USA


What’s On 6 March
Hall of Fame and Hall of Jade Jewellery Parade
Time: 11:00-12:00 Venue: Hall 3E Concourse
Seminar on "Latest National Standard for Diamond, Jade and Pearl in Chinese Mainland"
Time: 11:30-12:30 Venue: Meeting Room S221
Bangkok Gems Road Show, Hong Kong 2010*
Time: 11:30-14:30 Venue: Meeting Room N201B
Seminar on "Global J-ID Management Label Scheme"
Time: 14:30-15:30 Venue: Meeting Room S221
Networking Reception at "Hall of Time" with Parade*
Time: 15:30-16:30 Venue: Hall 3C Oasis Area
"Jewels of Italy" by Italian Trade Commission*
Time: 19:00–21:30 Venue: Grand Foyer
*By Invitation Only

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Smartphone Info Site
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Mobile Info Site
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Fair Opening Hours

Fair Dates

Opening Hours

Buyer Registration Hours

6-8 March (Sat-Mon) 10am-6:30pm 9:30am-6pm
9 March (Tue) 10am-5:30pm 9:30am-5pm

See What the World Has to Say about Asia's Largest Spring Jewellery Show
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 1D, 3B, 3G and Hall 5E concourse for more details.

Free Magazine
Don't forget to collect a FREE copy of the fair’s official magazine at the Buyer Registration Counter or the HKTDC Buyer Centre.

 
hktdc.com Free Sourcing Service
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 at the fairground.

Enquiry Contact
Customer Service Line (852) 1830 668


 

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Rebecca Tse
Manager, Marketing Communications
Exhibitions Department