Vicenza Oro Winter 2013 has started (held from 19 to 24 January in the Venetian capital). The winter event brought together 1,500 exhibitors from over 30 countries, as well as buyers from 120 countries. In short, Vicenza is the world capital of jewellery. After the planned pharaonic opening ceremony, as reported on this site, it will finally be the turn of the products. And about business. Domestic consumption is decreasing, but demand from abroad is still strong, starting from the United Arab Emirates (22%), as can be seen in the graph on this page. Italian exports in 2012 increased in value by 8.1%, even if the jewelery sold (by number) decreased (-8.7%). On the other hand, immense markets are opening up, such as the Chinese one. And if they ever manage to open the doors to India, where customs duties currently discourage exports… For now, one step forward is the collaboration agreement signed last year with the India International Jewelery Show in Mumbai, which provides slightly less restricted access for Italian companies in the sector. It’s not much, but it’s a good omen.
