As the international gems and jewelry trade looks ahead to the second half of 2026, all eyes are turning to Bangkok. Following the landmark success of its 73rd edition, which generated over 4.75 billion baht in trade value and attracted more than 40,000 visitors from 118 countries, the Bangkok Gems …
July, 2026
June, 2026
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25 June
INTERNATIONAL COLORED GEMSTONE ASSOCIATION APPOINTS BRANDEE DALLOW AS CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
The International Colored Gemstone Association (ICA) has announced the appointment of Brandee Dallow as its next Chief Executive Officer, effective July 6, 2026. Dallow, a respected industry veteran with extensive experience across mining, manufacturing, certification, retail, and responsible sourcing, will work closely with the Board of Directors and membership to …
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25 June
IJS ISTANBUL JEWELRY SHOW CELEBRATES 60TH EDITION AND 40TH ANNIVERSARY
The 60th edition of the IJS Istanbul Jewelry Show, one of the world’s top five international jewelry exhibitions and the undisputed leading event in its region, will take place from 30 September to 03 October 2026 at the Istanbul Expo Center. This milestone edition also marks the show’s 40th anniversary, …
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23 June
INDUSTRY TITANS UNITE TO LAUNCH BASILIA: A NEW INTERCONTINENTAL STAGE FOR JEWELLERY AND WATCHES
In a landmark move for the international luxury trade, Informa Markets and MCH Group have announced a strategic collaboration to launch the Basilia Jewellery & Watch Fair, set to debut in Basel in April 2027. This partnership unites two industry powerhouses to create a dedicated commercial and cultural bridge between the …
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16 June
IEG and AFEMO Renew Strategic Alliance Through 2028
In a move that solidifies Italy’s position as the global epicenter of jewelry manufacturing innovation, the Italian Exhibition Group (IEG) and AFEMO (the Italian Association of Manufacturers and Exporters of Jewellery Machinery) have officially renewed their strategic partnership for the 2026–2028 period. The landmark agreement, announced on June 16, 2026, …
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9 June
SIXTY EDITIONS, FORTY YEARS: IJS ISTANBUL PREPARES TO SHAPE 2027
There are trade shows that simply move product, and then there are those that move markets. For four decades, the IJS Istanbul Jewelry Show has quietly but decisively belonged to the latter. Now, as it celebrates its 40th anniversary and prepares for its 60th edition, running from September 30 to October 3, …
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9 June
BEYOND THE BRILLIANT: THE MUNSTEINER PHILOSOPHY OF INNER WORLDS
In the quiet Hunsrück village of Stipshausen, far from the flash of international show floors, lies a creative oasis that has quietly redefined the grammar of high jewellery. The Atelier Munsteiner is the synthesis of a familial legacy where the lapidary art transcends decoration to become pure artistic expression. For …
May, 2026
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22 May
MID-YEAR MAGIC IN HONG KONG: WHY JEWELLERY & GEM ASIA 2026 IS THE B2B EVENT OF THE SEASON
There is a particular energy in Hong Kong every June, the humidity rises, the city buzzes, and for those of us in the fine jewellery trade, the calendars mark a date we simply cannot miss. Next month, from 18–21 June, the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre (HKCEC) will transform …
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18 May
KIMBERLEY PROCESS INTERSESSIONAL 2026 CONCLUDES IN MUMBAI
The Kimberley Process Intersessional 2026 drew to a close on 15 May in Mumbai, highlighting the commitment to a natural diamond trade built on credibility, compliance, and consumer confidence. Over four days, governments, industry leaders, and civil society convened under India’s Chairship to advance the 3Cs framework, the central theme …
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14 May
A RIBBON OF LIGHT, VAN CLEEF & ARPELS ENSHRINES THE BOUCLE SOLITAIRE
In a quiet celebration of its couture-infused heritage, Van Cleef & Arpels has elevated the Boucle solitaire from a high jewelry standout to a permanent signature within its esteemed collection of solitaires and wedding bands. First introduced into the Maison’s high jewelry repertoire in 2014, the Boucle creation has proven …
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