Hong Kong Jewellery and Gem Fair 2009:

Sri Lanka shines

The Hong Kong Jewellery and Gem Fair September 2009 is acclaimed as one of the world's top three fine jewellery fairs and the biggest jewellery fair in Asia.

Foreign buyers at the Sri Lanka Pavilion

The Show had over 3,000 exhibitors from 44 countries and regions representing the broadest range of product categories, the utmost convenience and superior amenities.

The 'Sri Lanka Pavilion' at the event was organized by the National Gem and Jewellery Authority.

The 'National Pavilion' which displayed a glittering array of Gems from Sri Lanka presented by leading members of the trade, attracted buyers of international repute from USA and other leading consuming countries. Twenty nine Sri Lankan companies exhibited a wide range of fine quality gems, calibrated gems and precision cut sapphires of different colours.

The global economic downturn has undoubtedly affected jewellery fairs worldwide in the first half of 2009. However, it can be seen that the leading consuming countries are slightly recovering from the recession, and the jewellery trade is also starting to show signs of increased activity.

The September Fair benefited from this rebound; buyers have started replenishing inventory in preparation for the holiday shopping season.

The Sri Lankan exhibitors were successful in transacting business and securing orders for fine quality single pieces, calibrated sapphires and contract cutting.

A few important buyers accepted the invitation extended to visit 'Facets Sri Lanka' in September 2010.