Bangkok gems and jewellery fair exceeds expectations

The 69th Bangkok Gems and Jewellery Fair, held at the Queen Sirikit National Convention Centre, concluded on a high note, exceeding its initial expectations.

The event, organised by the Department of International Trade Promotion (DITP) and the Gem and Jewelry Institute of Thailand (GIT), recorded an estimated value of orders surpassing 3.7 billion baht, a 12% increase over the target. With close to 40,000 attendees participating in various activities, the event demonstrated the vitality and resilience of Thailand’s gem and jewellery industry, said Phusit Ratanakul Sereroengrit, Director-General of DITP.

“The 69th Bangkok Gems and Jewellery Fair surpassed our expectations, with total expected orders over the five days exceeding 3.7 billion baht (US$ 103 million).”

The fair saw participation from over 1,125 leading exhibitors, domestic and…