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IGJS Jaipur 2025 opens;welcomes over 180 international buyers from 28 countries
Amid the evolving global trade landscape, the Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC) inaugurated the International Gem & Jewellery Show (IGJS) Jaipur 2025 today, reinforcing India’s commitment to strengthening its gem and jewellery industry as it navigates the recent announcement of a 27% reciprocal tariff by the US administration on Indian exports.
The 4th edition of IGJS Jaipur, organized by GJEPC, is being held from 3rd to 5th April 2025 at Novotel, Jaipur Exhibition and Convention Centre (JECC), Jaipur. SECURE is the logistics partner for IGJS 2025. The show serves as a premier B2B platform for fostering trade collaborations and expanding India’s footprint in key global markets.
The event was inaugurated by esteemed dignitaries, including Retired Major General Anuj Mathur; Mrs. Shilpi R Purohit, Joint Commissioner, District Industries Centre, Government of Rajasthan; Mr. Gaurav Joshi, Joint Director & HOO, MSME – Development Institute, Ministry of MSME Jaipur; Mr. Shaunak Parikh, Vice Chairman, GJEPC; Mr. Yogendra Garg, Regional Chairman (Rajasthan), GJEPC; Mr. D.P. Khandelwal, Convener, Coloured Gemstone Panel, GJEPC; Mr. Krishna Behari Goyal, Convener, Silver Panel, GJEPC; Mr. Arvind Gupta, Convener, SEZ Panel, GJEPC; and Mr. Siddhartha H, COO, GJEPC.
Over 50 companies exhibiting at 62 booths, presented a stunning collection of loose gemstones, dazzling diamonds, gemstone-studded masterpieces, and exquisite silver jewellery.
Talking about the show, Shaunak Parikh, Vice Chairman, GJEPC, said, “IGJS Jaipur 2025 offers an unparalleled platform to strengthen partnerships and expand global connections. This year, we are proud to host over 50 companies across 62 booths, welcoming more than 180 international buyers from 28 countries, including the USA, UK, Europe, Oceania, MENA, Russia, and the CIS regions. As a premier business-to-business show, IGJS Jaipur fosters collaboration, drives trade, and unlocks new opportunities in the world of fine jewellery.
Jaipur has long been renowned for its exceptional craftsmanship, and IGJS Jaipur 2025 continues to be the go-to destination for international buyers seeking high-quality jewellery from India. The event showcases the finest gemstone and jewellery collections from leading manufacturers, reinforcing Jaipur’s position as a global hub for innovation and excellence in jewellery.”
On this occasion, Shaunak also addressed concerns regarding the recently imposed 27% tariff by the US administration on India which will have a significant impact gem and jewellery exports. He reiterated GJEPC’s stance, urging the US to uphold the spirit of the longstanding trade partnership between India and the USA, built on mutual respect and shared economic interests.
“The tariff presents both challenges and opportunities. In the short term, we anticipate difficulties in sustaining India’s current export volume of USD 10 billion to the US market. In the long term, this could reshape global supply chains,” said Parikh. He further added, “We urge the Government of India to progress the Bilateral Trade Agreement between India and the US, as it would be crucial in navigating the tariff issues and securing long term interest of the sector.”
GJEPC is actively engaging with stakeholders to address the potential risks and explore solutions that ensure continued access to the US market. The Council remains committed to working with the Government of India to progress discussions on trade negotiations that protect the industry’s growth trajectory.
Talking about the Jaipur gem and Jewellery sector Shaunak Parikh said, “GJEPC is committed to taking Jaipur’s gem and jewellery industry to the next level, ensuring its growth as a global hub. GJEPC is also working closely with the government to establish a Special Notified Zone (SNZ) in Jaipur, allowing direct sourcing of rough gemstones from miners, replicating the successful models of SNZs in Bharat Diamond Bourse and Surat Diamond Bourse. Additionally, Initiatives like the India Rough Gemstone Sourcing Show (IRGSS)—scheduled from 11th to 30th April 2025—are crucial in maintaining a steady supply of rough gemstones for manufacturers. These strategic efforts will further strengthen Jaipur’s position as a leading centre for gemstone manufacturing and jewellery exports.”
Yogendra Garg, Regional Chairman (Rajasthan), GJEPC, said, “Gem Bourse in Jaipur, developed by GJEPC in collaboration with the Jewellers Association, Jaipur, and with the visionary support of the Rajasthan Government. Spread across 43,828 square meters, this world-class facility will not only boost exports but also create 60,000 jobs, transforming Jaipur into a global hub for gems and jewellery.”
By bringing together global buyers and Indian exporters, IGJS Jaipur plays a pivotal role in strengthening India’s position as a trusted sourcing hub, even as the industry navigates complex trade dynamics. GJEPC remains optimistic that initiatives like IGJS will bolster trade relations and open new avenues for growth in emerging markets.
Jeremy Keight, GJEPC Coordinator, Asia Pacific, Oceania, UK, Africa, US & Europe, said: “We’re in an ever-changing jewellery industry where designs and demands evolve, and that only happens through collaboration between the buyers and the suppliers. I encourage you to be open with exhibitors, explore possibilities, and dive into design—that’s how we grow as an industry.”
Ali Pastorini, GJEPC Coordinator, Latin America, commented, “I’m proud to bring delegations to this high-quality event. In these challenging times, unity is crucial, and this is a prime opportunity for buyers and sellers to connect and do great business. We must keep pushing forward. India’s exports must not depend solely on the USA—explore untapped markets like Latin America to open new doors. Visitors, take advantage of the incredible companies here; I visited factories yesterday, and you won’t be disappointed.”
Exhibitors were bustling with activity right from the inaugural day of the show. Jinesh Mehta, Founder of Kaamya Jewels, a high-design jewellery brand, remarked that they had been so engaged with clients that they hadn’t even found time for a lunch break.
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Vicenzaoro September 2026 Closes With Stronger International Footprint
The Five-Day Trade Show Recorded A 4% Increase In Total Visitors Compared With The September 2025 Edition, While International Attendance Rose By 9%.
Vicenzaoro September 2026 concluded on 8 September with further growth in visitor traffic and international participation, reinforcing its position as a key global meeting point for the jewellery, gemstones, precious metals and technology industries. Organised by Italian Exhibition Group (IEG), the five-day trade show recorded a 4% increase in total visitors compared with the September 2025 edition, while international attendance rose by 9%.
The edition marked the first major presentation of the expanded Vicenza Expo Centre following the opening of the new Hall 2. The upgraded infrastructure, combined with the show’s Boutique Show format, brought the jewellery supply chain together under one roof—from manufacturing technologies and machinery at T.Gold to finished jewellery, gemstones, packaging and related services.
International attendance reaches new markets
Vicenzaoro attracted visitors from 136 foreign countries, a 4% increase compared with September 2025. Attendance from Europe grew by 9%, while non-European participation also rose by 9%, reaching 91 countries. Visitors from the United States increased by 2%.
The largest international visitor groups came from:
- The United Kingdom.
- Germany.
- China.
- India.
- Romania.
- Switzerland.
- Spain.
- Denmark.
- Colombia.
- Belgium.
The strongest growth in visitor numbers was recorded from South Korea, Singapore, Kuwait, South Africa, Finland, Norway, Denmark, Indonesia, Cyprus and Saudi Arabia.
India’s presence among the top five international visitor markets underlines the importance of the country to Vicenzaoro’s global strategy and reflects the continued strength of business links between Italian manufacturers and the Indian jewellery trade.
“This growth confirms the work carried out during the transitional editions when construction of the new Hall 2 was underway,” said Matteo Farsura, head of IEG’s Jewellery & Fashion division. He noted that international attendance has risen steadily since September 2024 and, boosted by T.Gold, is now 12% higher despite an increasingly complex global environment.
MAECI and ICE programme delivers 910 buyers
The show’s international business programme, organised in collaboration with Italy’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation (MAECI) and the Italian Trade Agency, brought 700 hosted international buyers to Vicenza. A further 210 Italian buyers participated, taking the total number of hosted trade visitors to a record 910.
The buyers represented 73 countries and were reported to be 33% higher in number than at the September 2025 edition.
Farsura said the programme was designed not only to increase visitor numbers but also to identify buyers according to the profiles of exhibiting companies and the markets they serve. The network of approximately 70 Italian Trade Agency offices worldwide played a significant role in supporting the initiative.
New Hall 2 reshapes the exhibition
The opening of Hall 2 represented a significant milestone in IEG’s development of the Vicenza Expo Centre. The two-storey facility covers approximately 23,000 square metres and connects Halls 1, 3, 4 and 6, improving movement across the exhibition complex and creating a more integrated environment for exhibitors and visitors.
The expanded layout hosted 1,300 exhibiting brands from 40 countries, with international exhibitors accounting for 45% of the total. T.Gold, the specialised exhibition dedicated to jewellery manufacturing technologies and machinery, was brought inside the Expo Centre for the first time, strengthening the show’s ability to present the complete value chain in a single location.
In a period marked by uncertain demand, margin pressure and changing consumer expectations, the format enabled Vicenzaoro to combine commercial activity with a focus on innovation, production efficiency and future market trends.
CIBJO centenary adds global relevance
A major feature of the September edition was the centenary congress of CIBJO, the World Jewellery Confederation. Led by President Gaetano Cavalieri, CIBJO brings together the international jewellery industry around standards, nomenclature, responsible business practices and consumer confidence.
Held in Vicenza to mark the organisation’s 100th anniversary, the congress attracted more than 600 delegates, including representatives of luxury groups, mining companies, retailers, laboratories and other parts of the global supply chain.
The congress addressed several of the industry’s most pressing issues, including sustainability, market transparency, the classification of natural and laboratory-grown diamonds and coloured stones, and the need to strengthen consumer trust. Its presence further positioned Vicenzaoro as a forum where businesses, associations and institutions can discuss the structural changes shaping the jewellery sector.
Networking remains central to the show
Beyond its exhibition and sourcing functions, Vicenzaoro continued to emphasise the value of professional relationships. The event provided a platform for companies, buyers, institutions, associations and international industry leaders to exchange views and develop new commercial connections.
This networking-led approach has become one of the show’s defining characteristics, allowing business discussions to extend beyond individual transactions to wider conversations on market development, technology, distribution and consumer behaviour.
The September edition also featured the ninth edition of VO Vintage, which brought together 53 selected exhibitors specialising in vintage and modern jewellery and watches. The event, open to the general public, combined sales with an educational programme featuring expert speakers and initiatives aimed at strengthening interest in watchmaking culture.
Broad industry support
Vicenzaoro’s strategic partners include MAECI and the Italian Trade Agency. Its international partners are CIBJO, GJEPC India, the Hong Kong Jewellery & Jade Manufacturers Association and Francéclat.
National partners include Confindustria Federorafi, Confcommercio Federpreziosi, Confartigianato Orafi, CNA Orafi, Club degli Orafi Italia, Confimi Industria’s Gold and Silver Category, Assogemme, Assocoral and AFEMO. The regions of Sicily and Campania also participated as institutional representatives.
IEG’s jewellery calendar will continue with JGTD—Jewellery, Gems and Technology in Dubai—from 27 to 29 October 2026. Italy’s jewellery industry will meet next at the Valenza Gem Forum on 22 October and the Italian Jewellery Summit in Arezzo on 3 December.
The next edition of Vicenzaoro and T.Gold will take place from 15 to 19 January 2027, while VO Vintage is scheduled for 15 to 18 January 2027.
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