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Indian Exhibitors Saw Steady European Demand Vicenzaoro September
Indian Trade Exhibitors Report Steady European Demand For Diamonds and Fine Jewelry, Buoyed By Buyer Interest In Lightweight Engineering and Ethical Sourcing
Indian trade exhibitors report steady European demand for diamonds and fine jewelry, buoyed by buyer interest in lightweight engineering and ethical sourcing despite elevated global gold prices, delegates at the Vicenzaoro September trade fair said.
Organized GJEPC), the India Pavilion featured 34 member exporters spanning nearly 690 square meters. The event opened with 1,300 exhibiting brands from 40 countries and hosted 910 foreign buyers.
​Market Stability: Exporters cited consistent year-on-year growth across the European Union and Middle East, describing European buyers as price-conscious yet receptive to high-craftsmanship designs
Engineering Around Gold: Rising gold costs have driven manufacturers to adapt product designs. Companies like Renaissance Jewellery are utilizing 3D printing, CAD/CAM, and AI to engineer negative space into pieces, reducing metal weight while maintaining visual scale and structural durability.
Traceability & Ethics: Exhibitors noted heightened European demand for certified supply chain transparency, pointing to Responsible Jewellery Council (RJC) audits as a standard requirement for polished diamond buyers.
Trade Catalyst: Exporters pointed to the prospective India-EU Free Trade Agreement (FTA) as a key future catalyst that could streamline logistics, reduce administrative barriers, and lower market entry costs for smaller Indian manufacturers.
The sentiment reflects a broader push by Indian suppliers to pivot toward high-value technology and certified sourcing to capture European market share amid shifting commodity costs.
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Sydney Jewellery Fair Puts Education, Technology and Business Growth In The Spotlight
12 Expert-Led Sessions To Equip Jewellery Retailers With Insights On AI, Diamonds, Gemstones, Security, Insurance and Next-Generation Consumers
With the International Jewellery Fair in Sydney set to take place from 22–24 August 2026, organisers Expertise Events have announced an extensive education programme aimed at helping jewellery retailers strengthen their businesses and stay ahead of industry developments.
The three-day fair will feature 12 expert presentations, covering everything from AI and digital tools to gemstone education, diamond detection, business security, insurance and consumer trends.
The programme will open on Saturday, 22 August, with Vikas Sodhani of Unbridaled exploring how AI tools can boost sales and streamline daily operations. The day will also feature sessions on Australian opals, Colombian emeralds, jewellery business security and insurance.
Gemstone specialists Alyssa Cameron and Mateo Patino of GemstoneX will offer practical insights into Colombian emerald quality, treatments, origin and certification. Meanwhile, John Papadimitriou of Safeguard Locksmiths will focus on improving operational discipline and business controls, while Lachlan Renshaw of Centrestone Jewellery Insurance will address protecting jewellery businesses beyond the point of sale.
Technology will remain a key theme, with Ryan Abdullah and Isaac Schaider of CaratIQ demonstrating how AI and technology can help jewellers increase sales and simplify operations. Stephen Moignard of Australian Jade will also take attendees through the origins and characteristics of Australian jade.
Focus on Trust, Technology and Changing Consumers
The education programme continues on Sunday, 23 August, with Christina Loccisano of Searay presenting a live demonstration of diamond detection technology and examining how retailers can use trust as a competitive advantage.
The Gemmological Association of Australia (GAA) will address one of the industry’s most relevant areas—the distinction between natural, treated and synthetic materials, including natural and lab-created diamonds.
Other sessions will explore how outsourced manufacturing and integrated software are reshaping bespoke jewellery, while generational consultant Scott Millar will examine the trends influencing the next generation of jewellery consumers.
The final day, Monday, 24 August, will open with Mustafa Ali of Fog Bandit ANZ, who will focus on proactive approaches to jewellery business security and loss prevention.
By bringing together industry expertise, practical education and emerging technology, the Sydney Fair aims to provide retailers with actionable knowledge that can be applied directly to their businesses.
The International Jewellery Fair will be held at the International Convention and Exhibition Centre (ICC Sydney) from 22–24 August 2026.
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