The Israeli Diamond Industry has outlined participating in two trade shows in January 2013: the UBM Mumbai Jewellery & Gem Fair from January 5 – 7, and Vicenzaoro Winter from January 19 – 24, 2013. IDI Chairman Moti Ganz said that the Israeli Diamond Industry is looking forward to 2013 with anticipation and optimism. “While 2012 has been a challenging year for the diamond industry internationally, the Israeli Diamond Industry has seen a markedly upward trend in recent months and increased demand for the holiday season,” he said.

At the Mumbai show, five Israeli companies: A.G. Diamond Direct, Leo Schachter Diamonds, Sahar Atid, Shlomo Bichachi and Onyx will participate at the IDI organised Israel Diamond Pavilion. There will also be an image booth to present information about the Israel Diamond Industry and advantages of conducting business with Israel and will register industry members for the Israeli Diamond Industry Portal site and on-line data base. This is the second year of participation by IDI at the UBM Mumbai Show.IDI also plans to participate in the IIJS Signature show in February and IIJS in August.

At the Vicenzaoro Show the Israeli Diamond Industry will be represented by four companies: AFIC Diamonds Ltd., B.S.M. Diamonds Ltd., SDE Group and Gal Diamonds Ltd.

Ganz added that IDI believes strongly in the importance of trade shows for the industry. “In 2013 IDI will be expanding its trade show participation in existing and developing markets,” he added.