The 12th Hong Kong International Diamond, Gem & Pearl Show opened today at AsiaWorld-Expo, running through March 6, while the 42nd Hong Kong International Jewellery Show will be held from March 4-8 at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre (HKCEC). Organized by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC), the twin shows return under the 'Two Shows, Two Venues' format, presenting an extensive spectrum of product categories including diamonds, gemstones, pearls, finished jewellery, designer brands, and related technologies.
Jenny Koo, Deputy Executive Director of the HKTDC, emphasized the significance of the events, stating that the twin shows bring together some 4,000 exhibitors from over 40 countries and regions, with 70% coming from outside Hong Kong, reinforcing their highly international nature as the world's largest one-stop jewellery marketplace.
The Diamond, Gem & Pearl Show features more than 20 pavilions representing countries and trade organizations such as Germany, Italy, Colombia, the United States, India, and Thailand. Notably, the Zhushan Turquoise Pavilion makes its debut, showcasing natural treasures from Zhushan County in Hubei Province, known as the 'Hometown of Chinese Turquoise.' The Tanzanite Foundation returns as a long-time favorite, and the International Colored Gemstone Association presents 37 exhibitors with rare coloured gemstones. Cody Opal (Australia) Pty Ltd features Lightning Ridge black opal at booth AWE 8--E01.
Three major product zones—the Hall of Fine Diamonds, Treasures of Nature, and Treasures of Ocean—highlight high-end diamonds, natural gemstones, and pearls from around the world. Hong Kong exhibitor Arihant Star (HK) Limited showcases a fancy intense pink VVS2 diamond at booth AWE 5--C15. U.S. exhibitor Emco Gem Inc. presents an 11-carat cushion-cut Colombian emerald at booth AWE 7--H01. French exhibitor Alain Boite S.A.S. exhibits a freshwater pearl strand measuring 14 to 15.8 mm at booth AWE 1--A20.
GIA Hong Kong Laboratory Limited (booth AWE 9--M03) will launch a new coloured gemstone report providing clearer information on stone type, processing, and origin, helping the industry understand each gem's unique value. Hong Kong Limited (booth AWE 7--H26), a leading laboratory and research institution, provides professional testing services and promotes origin-tracing technologies to enhance accuracy and transparency in gemstone identification.
Throughout the show, multiple industry seminars and events will be held. Highlights include a seminar on March 2 titled 'Diamonds Forever Forward: Igniting Desire for Natural Diamonds' with representatives from De Beers analyzing market trends. On March 4, Gem Lab Gübelin Gem Lab Limited will introduce integration of scientific testing and blockchain records for provenance and ethical traceability. On March 5, a special promotion conference for Zhushan Turquoise will explain mining and transformation processes.
The Hong Kong International Jewellery Show, opening Wednesday, will feature 20 group pavilions from around the world. The World Gold Council debuts the Hard Pure Gold Pavilion, and the Hong Kong Watch Manufacturers Association Pavilion highlights jewellery and timepiece craftsmanship. Creative design zones like Designer Galleria feature about 50 designers, while the Hall of Fame has expanded by over 40%, presenting more international jewellery brands.
The HKTDC provides free shuttle bus services between AsiaWorld-Expo and urban areas, including the HKCEC. Special measures for Muslim buyers include dedicated prayer rooms, shuttle buses to local mosques, and lists of Muslim-friendly hotels and restaurants. The HKTDC has also partnered with the Hong Kong Tourism Board to offer exclusive buyer privileges on dining, air tickets, and hotels.
The twin shows adopt an Exhibition+ hybrid format with AI-powered Click2Match providing online business matching from February 23 to March 13. Physical buyers can use Scan2Match to scan exhibitors' QR codes for continued online discussions. Buyers can pre-register and verify through the HKTDC Marketplace App and official websites: Hong Kong International Diamond, Gem & Pearl Show and Hong Kong International Jewellery Show.
