Review of HKJMA 2017, International Jewelry Show of Hong Kong Jewelry Manufacturers’ Association, China

JMA Hong Kong International Jewelry Show 2017, held in Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre from Nov 30 to Dec 3. The show welcoming its 25th edition by extending its scope to Hall 3FG, as well as opening up various new zones: Vintage and Refurbished Jewelry, Silver and Fashion Jewelry, Synthetic Diamond, Italy Pavilion, Sri Lanka and Myanmar Pavilion, it turns over a new leaf. The well-defined diversification facilitates a better zoning that leading to a more convenient business matching and trading.

This year, the newly established Bridal Jewelry Gallery showcases tens of extraordinary bridal jewelry for all brides-to-be to choose upon, getting their wedding shopping done in one stop. We will also present various activities including two workshops, Ring Box & Corsage Workshop. Unprecedentedly, we are also launching a “Luxury Jewelry Try-on” activity for visitors to put on bridal jewelry valued millions of dollars. Feel free to upload photos on your social media platforms to share all precious moments.

The most famous and important physical Jewelry show for witnessing good participation from industry personnel, the show becomes the key platform gathering industry elites once a year, facilitating exhibitors in negotiating business, establishing contacts and exploring business opportunities. JMA is the only cash and carry jewelry show in Hong Kong welcomes both trade and public buyers, facilitating exhibitors in exploring new business opportunities. A significant number of exhibitors and booths widen product varieties to satisfy market demands.

Based on strong market demand, the golden chance to boost annual sales as buyers have a strong demand for replenishment before year-end holidays. Extensive promotional programs in Hong Kong and China to attract quality buyers in growing markets. Exhibitors can test the market at year-end to formulate next year sales and marketing strategy.

The JMA Jewelry Show being one of Asia’s key jewelry events, Response to the One Belt, One Road Initiative and the development of Greater Bay Area, with hopes of expanding our market in mainland China, The show invited 42 guests from Mainland China to be the China VIP delegates.

The Show brought new jewelry design, help the exhibtor kept abreast of the international jewelry trend, which were essential to leading position in jewelry market. Being a symbolic jewelry exhibition, it plays a significant role in the industry, it’s not only a good merchandizing opportunity, but also a golden chance to acquire the latest industry news. Looking into the Mainland jewelry trend, simple design and delicate craftsmanship are what post-90s and 00s pursue for.

JMA Hong Kong brings the best jewelry pieces as well as the latest industry information. We have invited jewelry specialists to give seminars on latest jewelry news and professional jewelry knowledge. There are five seminars this year, with topics such as the 2018 Trend Forecast, Quality Assurance for Fine Jewelry, Buying and Appreciating Jewelry Design and Fancy Colored Diamond.

For years, the exhibitors have been providing the best services to buyers. Since 2015, HKJMA has awarded exhibitors with excellent customer services with the Best Service Award to encourage better service quality.

JMA Hong Kong
HKJMA has been organizing the JMA Hong Kong International Jewelry Show since 1995. First held with only dozens of exhibitors at the HKJMA office, the show has expanded into a sizeable international exhibition in HKCEC in the last 20 years, becoming a major Jewelry event in Asia. Because of the high-calibre, the Show has been receiving UFI’s recognition since 2014. The show serves as a sourcing and an immediate sale platform for buyers to source best-valued quality jewelry under one roof.

The show covers almost all categories of interest: Diamond jewelry, Platinum jewelry, 24K fine gold jewelry, Gemset jewelry, Silver jewelry,Jade jewelry,Pearl jewelry,South Sea pearls,Cultured pearls,Fresh water pearls,Diamonds,Colored gemstones,Jade Opals, Jewelry mountings,Carvings/display ornaments,Jewelry display,packaging material, etc.

It is allow the public to have a deeper understanding of the Jewelry industry. Free jewelry seminars will be hosted by experts from GAHK during the show period. There are professional jewelry artisans from Jewellery Institute to conduct demonstrations on the different process of jewel production, like wax carving, hammering, gem-setting and colour rendering, to let the audience witness the process of Jewelry production.

JMA International Jewelry Design Competition 2017
“JMA International Jewelry Design Competition” is organized by Hong Kong Jewelry Manufacturers’ Association and HKJE magazine. The competition is to act as a global platform for potential designers to communicate and exchange creative ideas. It aims at promoting design excellence in the jewelry industry and enhance Hong Kong’s jewelry design standard.

This year, the competition theme is “Tresor”, a magnificent jewelry can always be a kind of art treasures. Let us cherish what we now have: our time, our life, our nature, our love, our honor, and even a fleeting smile. They are a gift worth treasuring.

The JMA International Jewelry Design Competition 2017 Award Presentation Ceremony was held at the Welcome Reception. It aims to commend excellence and innovative ideas of the participating companies and designers. After the award presentation, Miss Jewelry Hong Kong 2017 contestants will demonstrate the awarded and shortlisted entries in a catwalk show.

Hong Kong Jewelry Manufacturers’ Association
Found in 1988, Hong Kong Jewelry Manufacturers’ Association (HKJMA) dedicates to providing diverse quality services for our members and facilitating the development of the industry. HKJMA is dedicated to the uplifting global status of the local Jewelry manufacturing industry. With the four core values, namely ‘member-oriented’, ‘sustainable development’, ‘excellence in operations’ and ‘social responsibilities’, we closely work with our peers to strive for a bright future.

To Uplift Global Status of Hong Kong Jewelry – HKJMA coordinates Hong Kong Pavilion in overseas exhibitions covering US, Europe, Middle East and Asia, and provides exposure for local brands to foreign jewelers. Our annual “JMA Hong Kong International Jewelry Show” serves as a quality sales & trading platform for global exhibitors and buyers, especially those from China and South-East Asia.

To Exude Charisma of Local Designs – HKJMA emphasises on the creation of uniqueness of the local brand. The state-of-the-art craftsmanship and magnificent designs from Hong Kong are showcased in our widely distributed jewelry publications to keep pace with the mainstream pulse; We also proactively make use of electronic platforms and social media to explore business opportunities.

HKJMA is dedicated to quality services for members. We organise tailor-made activities to facilitate interactions and unite members. We develop electronic means to release the latest industry information and technical support, strengthen our role as the development platform for the local Jewelry industry.

HKJMA emphasises on the sustainability of industry development. We create business opportunities by industry transfer to new markets in Asia and cultivate talents by launching seminars and courses. HKJMA is establishing ‘J-HUB Hong Kong’ to provide necessary infrastructure and assistant services for young jewellers, to help inherit the traditional artisanship and explore development possibilities in the future.