China International Gold, Jewellery & Gem Fair

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Jointly organised by CMP China Ltd, CMP China (Guangzhou) Co Ltd., China Gold Association and China International Exhibition Centre Group Corporation, the 7th edition of the China International Gold, Jewellery & Gem Fair – Shenzhen today sees its grand opening. Running until 1 March 2009 at the Shenzhen Convention & Exhibition Center, this year CMP's Shenzhen Fair features over 300 exhibitors from 13 countries and regions, coming from China, Hong Kong, India, Israel, Italy, Korea, the Philippines, Poland, Tahiti, Taiwan, Thailand, Turkey and the United States, making the Fair a truly international event.

Officiating the Fair's opening ceremony this morning was Mr Zhuo Qin Rui, Vice Mayor of the People's Government of Shenzhen Municipality. Representatives of industry associations, renowned corporations and government also graced the Fair with their presence; they are: the China Gold Association, World Gold Council, China Council for the Promotion of International Trade, HK & Macau Rep Office and Shenzhen, National Gemstone Testing Centre, Guangdong Gold & Silver Jewelry Association, Shanghai Gold Exchange, Shanghai Gold & Jewellery Trade Association, Tianjin Gold Jewellery Association, China Gold and China International Exhibition Centre Group.

Mr Michael Duck, Senior Vice President of CMP Asia Ltd said in the opening ceremony, "2009 is a year that is full of challenges for the international jewellery industry. As one of the world's most sophisticated trade fair organisers, we see opportunities amidst crisis. China, one of the world's largest markets, is full of potential and opportunities for jewellers. In 2003, we launched the China International Gold, Jewellery & Gem Fair – Shenzen and in just six short years, our Shenzhen Fair has established a good foundation, and received wide support from the industry. It has developed to become one of the most important jewellery trade events in southern China."

Mr Zhang Bing Nan, Vice Chairman and Secretary-General of China Gold Association said in the opening ceremony, "Despite the difficulties and problems posed by the winter storms, the Sichuan earthquake and the global financial crisis, China's gold industry managed to grow in 2008. China's gold output topped 282 tons last year, a 4.26-percent increase compared with the previous year, helping the nation retain its spot as the world's biggest gold mining country. It is an obvious fact that China has successfully risen to become of the world's most influential gold markets of the world. Over the past seven years, we are also delighted to have witnessed the healthy growth of the China International Gold, Jewellery & Gem Fair- Shenzhen. The Fair has successfully built up a world-class trading platform for the industry and I strongly believe that the success of the Fair will give impetus to the prosperous future development of the jewellery industry in China"

Highlights of this year's event include:

- Over 300 exhibitors from 13 countries and regions, including China, Hong Kong, India, Israel, Italy, Korea, the Philippines, Poland, Tahiti, Taiwan, Thailand, Turkey and the United States.
- Participation of renowned jewellery enterprises such as Fai Po Jewellery, Shenzhen Cheung Ning Diamond Co Ltd, Sinojewel Mfg (Shenzhen) Ltd, Brio Jewellery Co Ltd, TTF Studio, Vetorisn Jewellery Company Ltd, Shanghai Brilliant Diamond Co Ltd, Bhavani Hong Kong Ltd, Henry Jewellery Manufacturer Co Ltd, Waddy Jewellery, Guangzhou KTL Jewellery Ltd and RMC Gems HK Co..
- "Gold Day" hosted by the China Gold Association highlighting the bullish growth of China's gold jewellery market
- Factory Visit Programme
- Industry seminars where industry experts share their market insights and experiences with Fair participants.

"Gold Day" puts spotlight on China's gold jewellery industry

"Gold Day" hosted by the China Gold Association will take place on 27 Feburary. It includes a series of seminars that provide industry players with the latest updates on China's gold jewellery market and industry trends. According to data from the Guangdong Customs of China, Guangdong's total exports of gold jewellery and ornaments in 2008 reached US$1.03 billion, a rise of 33.4 percent from the previous year. 2009 is expected to be another fruitful year for gold jewellery enterprises in China.

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