The 45th edition of concluded in Arezzo, Italy, with a 6% increase in international attendance and representation from 110 countries, up 10% compared to the previous edition. Organized by Italian Exhibition Group, the event hosted 350 exhibiting companies, 84% of which were Italian.
According to organizers, overall visitor numbers remained in line with 2025 despite ongoing global economic and geopolitical challenges. The exhibition focused on strengthening business connections with established export markets while supporting access to emerging regions for Italian jewellery manufacturers.
In collaboration with the Italian Trade Agency and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, the event welcomed 364 hosted foreign buyers from 59 countries, alongside more than 100 hosted Italian buyers.
Key international markets represented included the United States and the Middle East, both significant destinations for Italian jewellery exports. Organizers also highlighted participation from Turkey, Poland and Spain, as well as growing attendance from African markets including Algeria, Tunisia, Libya and South Africa. Participation from South America, Asia and Oceania also increased.
The organizers stated that the results reflected a long-term strategy developed jointly with industry and regional stakeholders, including Confindustria Federorafi, the Arezzo Goldsmiths’ Council, Confartigianato, CNA Orafi, Tuscany Region and local institutions in Arezzo.
The exhibition covered manufacturing, jewellery technologies, gemstones, semi-finished products, components, packaging and cash-and-carry supply. The addition of the Precious Fashion section expanded the event’s positioning between jewellery manufacturing and luxury fashion accessories.
A new conference initiative, “The Global Outlook 2026”, was also introduced during the show. Organized by IEG together with Confindustria Federorafi, AFEMO, the Italian Trade Agency and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, the conference examined emerging market opportunities, export diversification and global trade trends affecting the jewellery sector.
The next edition of Oroarezzo is scheduled for May 2027, while the 6th Italian Jewelry Summit will take place in December 2026.
