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JMAIIE 2024-The Ultimate Jewellery Machinery Exhibition
An unprecedented success with 6,000+ visitors, 250+ exhibitors
The 3rd edition of the Jewellery Machinery & Allied India International Expo 2024(JMAIIE 2024) held at Mumbai, was an unprecedented success. JMAIIE 2024 was held from 9-12 Feb 2024 at Bombay Exhibition Centre, Mumbai.
JMAIIE, organized by KNC Services, and powered by JMA Forum, is the largest sourcing hub for jewellery machinery and allied products worldwide. JMAIIE 2024 featured250+ exhibitors and saw 6,000+ visitors across all over the world in attendance. Over 200 overseas buyers attended the exhibition. JMAIIE 2024 saw the presence of exhibitors from Italy, Turkey, Germany, Switzerland, Dubai, Qatar, Oman; they all received an excellent response from Indian jewellery manufacturers.
JMAIIE 2024 was inaugurated by Chief Guest Rajesh Kumar Mishra (IRS), Zonal Development Commissioner-SEEPZ-SEZ, Mumbai along with Guest of Honour Kevin James, MD-Goodwin Refractory Services India Pvt Ltd. Present at the inauguration were Kranti Nagvekar, Founder – KNC Services, Farhad Sethna, Chairman, JMA Forum and Michael Donald Secretary, MA forum.
In his inaugural address, Rajesh Kumar Mishra (IRS), Zonal Development Commissioner-SEEPZ-SEZ, Mumbai said, “I am pleased to see that the concept and organization of JMAIIE is fulfilling the objective of growing the jewellery machinery sector, leading to growth of the GJ industry. My advice to the industry is that there should be an increased focus on skilled labour, maintaining quality and growing the domestic base of jewellery machinery sector.”
Kevin James, Managing Director, Goodwin Refractory Services India Pvt. Ltd said “JMAIIE continues to be a platform for excellence, creativity and progress.The innovation in manufacturing technology showcased here is key to supporting the jewellery machinery sector.”
Farhad Sethna, Chairman-JMA Forum, said, “JMAIIE, the exclusive jewellery machinery show has been a tremendous success.It is our endeavour to make it the largest jewellery machinery shop in the world. It provides unmatched opportunities to buyers to see the latest in jewellery machinery and is a platform for manufacturers to promote their products in India and abroad.”
Kranti Nagvekar, Founder of KNC Services, expressed, “I wish to convey my appreciation to both exhibitors and visitors for their incredible support. We expect a huge turnout of both manufacturer and buyers from the industry to attend the largest Jewellery Machinery Exhibition of India.The latest cutting edge technology in manufacturing seen here is contributing to the PM’s vision of Make in India.”
Michael Donald, Secretary-JMA Forum delivered the vote of thanks.
The JMAIIE Excellence Awards were held concurrent to the exhibition. The awards included total of 54 categories, of which 35 companies were nominated. The jury comprised Shailesh Sangani, MD, Priority Jewels, Vasant Birawat, MD, Chain N Chain, Bipin Viradiya, Founder & Director, Tanvi Gold Cast LLP, Santosh Krishna, COO, Emerald Jewel Industry India Ltd and Elangovan A, Sr. Vice President, Group Head, Malabar Group.
A posthumous award was dedicated to the late Nikunj Shah of Nikunj Exim.A lifetime achievement award was presented to Farhad Sethna of Western Enterprises and Chairman, JMA Forum.
The JMAIIE has achieved unprecedented success, surpassing all previous records. It has potential to breathe new life into the country’s machinery exports by showcasing the very best in machinery, technology, and global connections.
KNC Services has emerged as a leading jewellery trade event organizers, and has continuously strived to both expand its reach and depth in its promotional activities as well as widen and increase services to trade.
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PNG Jewellers Wins IACC Excellence In Service Award At IACE 2026
Prestigious Recognition Honours PNG Jewellers’ Commitment To Customer Service, Retail Excellence and Evolving Consumer Expectations
PNG Jewellers has been honoured with the Excellence in Service award at the 22nd Indo-American Corporate Excellence Awards (IACE) 2026, organised by the Indo-American Chamber of Commerce (IACC). The recognition celebrates PNG Jewellers’ retail excellence in Sunnyvale, California, and its commitment to delivering service excellence and trusted jewellery retail experiences to customers in the U.S. market.
The award was presented at a prestigious ceremony held on September 11, 2026, at Hotel Sahara Star, Mumbai, in the presence of business leaders, members of the Indo-U.S. business community, IACC members and representatives of the diplomatic community. Dr. Saurabh Gadgil, Chairman and Managing Director, PNG Jewellers, received the award on behalf of the company from Union Minister Shri Nitin Gadkari.
The winners were selected by an eminent jury chaired by Shailesh Haribhakti, alongside Kaku Nakhate, S. S. Mundra, Rajyalakshmi Rao and Nilesh Vikamsey. P. N. Gadgil Jewellers Ltd. was unanimously selected as the winner in the Excellence in Service category.
Commenting on the recognition, Dr. Saurabh Gadgil, Chairman and Managing Director, PNG Jewellers, said:
“This recognition is a testament to the trust our customers have placed in PNG Jewellers and to the commitment of our teams who work relentlessly to deliver an exceptional jewellery-buying experience. For us, service excellence goes beyond the transaction. It is about understanding evolving customer expectations, offering greater transparency and ensuring that every interaction strengthens a relationship built over generations. We are deeply honoured to receive this recognition from the Indo-American Chamber of Commerce.”
The recognition specifically acknowledges PNG Jewellers’ store in Sunnyvale, California, and the brand’s commitment to extending its legacy of trust, craftsmanship and service excellence to customers in the United States. The Sunnyvale store represents an important milestone in PNG
Jewellers’ international journey, bringing its heritage-led approach together with contemporary retail experiences tailored to evolving consumer expectations in the U.S. market.
The Indo-American Corporate Excellence Awards recognise organisations and individuals making significant contributions to the Indo-U.S. trade and business corridor.
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