The impact of the 74th Bangkok Gems and Jewelry Fair was reflected through the experiences and perspectives shared by participants from across the international gems and jewelry community, including buyers, exhibitors, designers, and industry professionals.
Fazil Ozen, Turkey
“I’ve been coming to Thailand for almost all my life, I can say that Thailand is like a heaven of gemstones, as almost all kinds of gemstones are available here in this country from all around the world. There are many talented cutters. The price is reasonable. And at the Bangkok Gems you have the chance of meeting with all the world’s gemstone dealers and then jewelers.”
Temsup Techarukpong, Thailand
“I think this fair especially is probably the biggest fair I’ve seen in a long time. This year I visited the designer zone; that zone stood out to me a lot. There are some really creative pieces that I haven’t seen before and also new materials that I’ve never seen. So, I’m really excited to go check out this floor especially and discover new pieces all around. The fair is very diverse, in terms of people, creators, collectors, and all kinds of offerings.”
Dirk Blommaert, Denmark
“It doesn’t come overnight, but Bangkok is really a global hub for gemstone buyers. If you want to find a particular gemstone, Bangkok is the place to be. It’s a global business center for gemstones. And the Bangkok show is becoming more and more important in the last few years. Many gemstone companies that are members of the global association come from Thailand. That’s why it’s important to visit the Bangkok show.”
Mark the date for the 75th Bangkok Gems & Jewelry Fair:
🗓 February 23–27, 2027
📍 Queen Sirikit National Convention Center (QSNCC), Bangkok
🔗See more details at www.bkkgems.com
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Post-show Report: 74th Bangkok Gems & Jewelry Fair Exceeds Expectations, Generating Over THB 5.8 Billion in Trade Value
The Department of International Trade Promotion (DITP), in collaboration with The Gem and Jewelry Institute of Thailand (Public Organization) (GIT), has announced the successful conclusion of the 74th Bangkok Gems and Jewelry Fair, held from 8–12 September 2026 at the Queen Sirikit National Convention Center (QSNCC). The five-day event welcomed more than 50,000 buyers and visitors from 123 countries and generated over THB 5.8 billion or 174 million USD in trade value, reflecting strong international confidence in the potential of Thailand’s gems and jewelry industry and reaffirming Bangkok Gems as a key international trading platform for the global industry.
Ms. Sunanta Kangvalkulkij, Director-General of DITP, the fair’s main organizer, said: “The 74th Bangkok Gems & Jewelry Fair achieved results beyond expectations. Over the five-day event, more than 50,000 buyers and visitors attended, an increase of more than 12% from the previous edition, with international visitors accounting for over 74% of total attendance. The top five visiting nations were 1. India, 2. Myanmar, 3. China ,4. Japan and 5. Sri Lanka. The fair also attracted a growing number of buyers from emerging markets, while total trade value exceeded 174 million USD, representing a 31% increase from the previous edition. The event featured 1,300 leading Thai and international exhibitors from 20 countries across more than 2,800 booths, occupying Halls 1–8 on the G and LG levels, as well as the Plenary Hall at QSNCC.”
The five most sought-after product categories were gemstones, machinery and equipment, fine jewelry, silver jewelry and diamonds, respectively. Gemstones remained the standout category, accounting for 35% of total trade value generated at the fair. This strong performance highlights Thailand’s competitive strength as a global colored gemstone trading hub and Bangkok Gems’ role in connecting producers and traders with buyers from around the world.
“This success was made possible through the collaboration of 17 partner organizations and industry associations from both the public and private sectors. Together, they have helped strengthen Bangkok Gems as one of the world’s top four international gems and jewelry trade fairs, creating new business opportunities for Thai entrepreneurs and reinforcing Thailand’s position as a leading international hub for gems and jewelry trade,” the DITP Director-General added.
Mr. Sumed Prasongpongchai, Director-General of GIT, the fair’s co-organizer, said: “Bangkok Gems continues to grow in terms of visitor numbers, trade value and product diversity, particularly in the colored gemstone segment, which brings together gemstones from around the world — including rare stones, gems from emerging sources and high-quality cut gemstones. With Thailand’s internationally recognized expertise in gemstone cutting and enhancement, the country has become an important destination where businesses can bring in raw materials, add value through specialized expertise and develop them further for international markets.”
Beyond its comprehensive range of products and services covering the gems and jewelry value chain, the fair featured a series of activities highlighting the capabilities and creativity of Thailand’s industry. These included The Craft of Brilliance, an exhibition showcasing the refined craftsmanship and jewelry-making expertise of Thai entrepreneurs; The Ones to Watch, presenting designs by emerging Thai jewelry designers; and the Networking Reception, which created opportunities for business networking between exhibitors and international buyers. The fair also featured GIT’s professional gem testing services, as well as seminars designed to provide industry professionals with new knowledge, insights and perspectives.
Mark the date for the 75th Bangkok Gems & Jewelry Fair:
🗓 February 23–27, 2027
📍 Queen Sirikit National Convention Center (QSNCC), Bangkok
🔗See more details at www.bkkgems.com
Appendix: Fact sheet and video interview of 73rd Bangkok Gems & Jewelry Fair, February 2026.
| 70th (Sep 2024) | 71st (Feb 2025) | 72nd (Sep 2025) | 73rd (Feb 2026) | |
| 1. Number of exhibitors/ booths | 1,120 companies / 2,470 booths | 1,103 companies / 2,628 booths | 1,106 companies / 2,628 booths | 1,222 companies / 2,794 booths |
| 2. Country/Region of overseas exhibitors | Hong Kong, Sri Lanka, Japan, China, Cambodia | Hong Kong, Sri Lanka, Japan, China, India | Hong Kong, Sri Lanka, Japan, China, India | Thailand, Hong Kong SAR, Sri Lanka, Japan, India, India |
| 3. Number of visitors | 39,579 | 40,000 | 46,129 | 40,721 |
| 4. Country of overseas visitors | India, Myanmar, China, Sri Lanka, Japan | India, Myanmar, China, Sri Lanka, Japan | India, Myanmar, China, Sri Lanka, Japan | India, Myanmar, China, Japan, Sri Lanka |
| 5. Trade value (Million THB) | 3,500 | 3,720 | 4,700 | 4,750 |
Courtesy of Office of Lifestyle Trade Promotion / 2026
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