Whether you are looking for a jewellery manufacturer or a jewellery supplier, finding a reliable partner to manufacture your jewellery collection steadily and effectively is no easy task, especially with the shipping and supply chain challenges in this post-COVID climate.
Some good things have come with the new normal, however, on the flip side, the pandemic has accelerated the long-awaited digital transformation of the jewellery industry at large, trade shows organisers and jewellery associations have been putting more effort in creating and promoting various online solutions to keep things afloat, bringing along with them a flock of jewellery manufactures and suppliers that have been flying under the radar. All of these new changes make it all the easier to find the business partner that you have been looking for. Here are a few places to start online and in real life.
Wholesale Marketplace
An online marketplace is one of the easiest ways to connect with potential manufacturers, which you can start anytime and anywhere.
Alibaba
Founded in 1999, Alibaba has grown to become one of the most comprehensive wholesale marketplaces out there, connecting Chinese manufacturers with international buyers. With over 1 million suppliers on the platform and a strict review process, Alibaba is a particularly good place to start for new entrepreneurs.
HKTDC Sourcing
Created by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council, HKTDC Sourcing is a B2B online sourcing platform with over 100k quality suppliers and 2M international buyers. They provide online sourcing support as well as regular webinars to help buyers source effectively and successfully.
Global Sources
Founded in 1971, Global Sources created the world’s first international B2B e-commerce website, globalsources.com, in 1995 and has over 10 million international buyers today. Aside from the online platform, Global Sources still provides traditional business-matching services through trade shows and media.
Trade and Jewellery Associations
Legitimate jewellers around the world more often than not are part of the industry associations in their respective regions. If you already have a country in mind, checking out the member list of the associations in that country will give you a solid place to start.
Some of the major trade and jewellery associations in Hong Kong are
- Hong Kong Trade Development Council
- Hong Kong Jewellery & Jade Manufacturers Association
- Hong Kong Gemstone Manufacturers’ Association
- Hong Kong Jewellery Manufacturers’ Association
- The Chinese Manufacturers’ Association of Hong Kong
- Hong Kong General Chamber of Commerce
- Diamond Federation of Hong Kong
Jewellery Exhibition
As the travel restrictions subside, more and more jewellers are getting back on their pre-pandemic exhibition schedule. If you prefer to get up close and personal with prospective manufacturers, making a physical visit to a major jewellery exhibition or two is perhaps the most effective way to connect with a handful of manufacturers in a short period of time. Jewellery trade shows are hosted regularly throughout the year around the world, and here are a few annual and bi-annual exhibitions to get you started:
Hong Kong
Thailand
Singapore
Japan
Germany
UAE
Italy
USA
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Founded in 1991, EJI is a Hong Kong-based fine jewellery manufacturer specialising in high-quality designs for global brands and private labels. Certified by the Responsible Jewellery Council (RJC), we combine traditional craftsmanship with cutting-edge technology to create bespoke and trend-setting jewellery. From gold and diamond pieces to vibrant gemstone collections, EJI delivers excellence to markets in Europe, Asia, the Americas, and beyond.
EJI provides global B2B jewellery manufacturing with consistent quality, competitive pricing and effective support, helping jewellery businesses scale confidently across international markets.
EJI offers tailored production strategies, transparent processes, and expertise in fine jewellery design, ensuring business owners receive reliable manufacturing that aligns with their brand vision.