FACETS 2015, a buyer's paradise

Premium quality precious stones and exceptional designs will be featured at FACETS gem and jewellery fair when the 25th anniversary edition opens on September 3.

Organizers expect a footfall of 10,000 which will be the largest the fair has witnessed in its 25 years.

"Visiting FACETS is looked at by buyers as a profitable step to grow their business. The show is compact enough to fully explore sourcing opportunities and with a large number of new participants, it is the ideal platform to network," said Chairman, FACETS Sri Lanka, Juzar Adamaly.

He added that the ever-growing number of participants from manufacturers, retailers, designers, artisans, wholesalers to buyers and the value-added trade show have created a unique business marketplace.

"The increasing number of exhibitors in one of the fastest growing markets in the region makes way for a jewellers dream and a buyers paradise," said Secretary, SLGJA, Ziqufi Ismail. "There is no finer place to buy gemstones and fine jewellery than from the source," he said.

FACETS Sri Lanka attracts key players from the gem and jewellery industry. Extensive promotions as in the past were carried out in Hong Kong, Bangkok, Tucson, China and Dubai to attract high-profile buyers.

"All 150 booths have been sold out. This is a testament to the fact that there is a huge demand for manufacturers to showcase their precious stones and for buyers to seal a deal," added Ismail.