· The show is held concurrently at JIO World Convention Centre (JWCC) and Bombay Exhibition Centre (BEC)
· 42,000 pre-registered visitors pouring in from across India
· 2,000 visitors from over 65 countries
· 3,250 stalls with 1,850 exhibitors, covering an expansive area of 70,000+ sq. mtrs of Exhibition Area.
National, 3rd August 2023: The much-awaited 39th edition of IIJS Premiere 2023, organized by the Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC), kick-starts today in Mumbai. This prestigious event brings together the gems and jewellery industry for an extraordinary showcase of excellence, innovation, and sustainability. IIJS Premiere 2023 promises to be the largest gathering of domestic and international buyers, offering Indian jewellery manufacturers an unparalleled platform to connect with retailers and explore product design and demand trends.
This year the IIJS Premiere is show simultaneously organised at two venues - the Jio World Convention Centre (JWCC) from 3rd to 7th August, and the Bombay Exhibition Centre (BEC) from 4th to 8th August. Combined, these venues will accommodate 3,250 stalls and welcome 1,850 exhibitors, covering an expansive area of 70,000+ sq. mtrs of Exhibition Area.
The grand opening of the show was marked with the gracious presence of Guests of honour Mr. Mike Hankey, Consul General, Consulate General of USA; Dr. Sanjay Mukherjee, IAS, Metropolitan Commissioner, MMRDA; Mr. Paul Rowley, Executive Vice President, Diamond Trading, De Beers Group; Mr. G.R. Radhakrishnan, Managing Director, GRT Jewellers India Pvt. Ltd. along with Mr. Vipul Shah, Chairman, GJEPC; Mr. Kirit Bhansali, Vice Chairman, GJEPC; Mr. Nirav Bhansali, Convener, National Exhibitions; and Mr. Sabyasachi Ray, Executive Director amongst others.
The response to IIJS Premiere 2023 has been overwhelming, with a record-breaking 42,000 pre-registrations from across India. The event will witness more than 2,000 visitors from over 65 countries, including the USA, UK, UAE, Australia, Canada, New Zealand, Fiji, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Iran, Muscat, Italy, Bangladesh, Bahrain, Kuwait, Germany, Turkey, Singapore, Thailand, Vietnam, Cambodia, Sri Lanka, and many more. The distinguished guest list includes delegations from 16 nations, elevating the event to an unparalleled international stature.
Mr. Vipul Shah, Chairman, GJEPC, said, “Last year, the show generated business worth ₹50,000 crore, and with the current trend of a 30% increase in visitor footfalls, we are optimistic about achieving at least 30% to 40% growth in business. More exhibitors and visitors translate to more opportunities for business transactions. Additionally, the market conditions are favourable, with stable gold prices and a robust economic growth in India and the surrounding regions like the Middle East. After some initial challenges, the market has stabilised. Considering the positive response we have received so far, I think IIJS Premiere 2023 will break all records of the past in terms of doing business. This will be our most successful show till date.”
Mr. Mike Hankey, Consul General, Consulate General of USA, said, “Like the rest of the world, the United States recognises the staggering potential of the Indian economy to bring prosperity to all of its citizens and to world partners. I congratulate those in the gem and jewellery industry who are doing so much to expand that prosperity to hire and advance those from underserved communities, from women into leadership roles on their staff. The United States understands the considerable importance of the diamond manufacturing industry to India and its immense contribution to employment that I've seen personally.”
Mr. Paul Rowley, Executive Vice President, Diamond Trading, De Beers Group said, “India was already one of the world's top markets, but it has also been the fastest growing major market this year. The number of middleclass households is expected to grow 30 million in the next decade alone, something like almost 15 times the population of Botswana today. It's clear that the landscape in India will be a perfect platform for growth.”
“Two of the most important trends, we see in De Beers are around provenance and lab grown diamonds. In matters of provenance, we're seeing a growing interest about where diamonds come from, and more importantly, perhaps the impact they have on the people and places on their journey to the consumer.”
“It's not much of a surprise to see that natural diamonds at LGDS are rapidly diverging from each other. In such an environment of change, once again, the key to analysis to understand how to capture that opportunity.”
now enjoy the ease of fully digital badges, making their participation seamless and environmentally friendly.
The organizers have gone the extra mile to ensure the comfort and convenience of exhibitors and visitors alike, securing an astounding 10,000 room nights across 25 hotels.
Among the show-stopping features lined up, attendees can look forward to the highly anticipated innov8 talks at both venues - JWCC and BEC, offering insightful discussions on the industry's latest trends and innovations. Moreover, IIJS Premiere 2023 is celebrating the future leaders in the industry with its "40 under 40" program, acknowledging outstanding talent and recognizing the best of the best.
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