The conference programme offers experts a platform to examine the key issues of sustainability and the future of retail. Outstanding craftsmanship will be honoured at the Inhorgenta Award gala evening.
“We see a lot of optimism and confidence among our customers. As across Europe, pandemic measures are easing and the jewellery industry is showing a stability. We see both of these factors in our participation at Inhorgenta Munich 2022. The 800 registered exhibitors confirm this, explains Klaus Dittrich, President and CEO of Messe München. “This impressively confirms the leading European trade fair for jewellery, watches and gemstones.” This year Inhorgenta Munich will cover five instead of six halls and will thus be a little more compact. However, it is still able to offer a comprehensive, international overview of the market and provide a platform for valuable contacts. “Our concept of protection and hygiene ensures a safer visit to the trade fair.”.
The new spring date convinces many exhibitors.
Thomas Sabo and many other new exhibitors are supporting Inhorgenta Munich 2022. For example Ana Cardim, Bloch & Co, EDC, egf Manufaktur, Farbergé, Frieden, Giovanni Raspini and ShowPress Jewellery. For the first time Belchengruppe, Cyrus Watches, Daniel Wellington, Giberg, LIU JO, Mondaine, Montres Edox, Nordgreen, SEIKO and Sherpa Watches will be in the watch sector.
Other exhibitors who did not participate in February will now benefit from the new date. Some of them: Anke Gralfs, August Mayer, Citizen Myota, Copenhagen Watch Group, Hizakiahu Kupfer, Horbach, Katinka Neuner, Kettenmacherin, Eva Steinberg, Mig-O-Mat, Nebert, Nomad's, Noble Osmium, Rubin, Taloumis, Terré and Wonderland Trade Solutions.
One-off move of rooms C.
For this year's edition of the exhibition, the “Contemporary Design” section will be divided between two other halls. Jewellery designers and manufacturers, exhibitors from the Concepts Forum and exhibitors from the special sectors Sustainability, Silversmithing and Brand New will be found in Hall B2 “Elegance & Lifestyle”. Concepts include classic jewellery, gemstones, lifestyle and trend jewellery. Inhorgenta Campus, Future Retail, Trendfactory and Campus Talks will also be moved to Hall A2 “Technology & Bijoux”. They include the home of watchmaking schools as well as technology, lab equipment, packaging and software companies. In addition, the special design of the “Contemporary Design” hall will also change location.
Due to the vaccination centre and a parallel event, the C1 “Carat” room will also be moved. Specifically in B3, where we find the gems, pearls and genuine stone ornaments.
Rich program at Trendfactory.
The conference programme is defined by two main themes: sustainability and the future of retail. Among the keynote speakers is Kyle Rodrick of Bijoux Review, who will highlight sustainable storytelling. Even Elle Hill, CEO of Hill & Co, who takes aim at the digital future - and how to achieve it. Finally, computer scientist Johanna Pirker discusses how games and virtual reality environments are capable of driving innovation. In addition many other smart minds will provide valuable insights, from NFTs to sustainable business management.
INHORGENTA AWARD
The Inhorgenta Award ceremony will take place on 9 April, at an exclusive gala evening hosted by Vivianne Geppert. The judges are: watch expert and author Gisbert L. Brunner, Sarah Fabergé (Director of Special Programmes Fabergé), Jantje Fleischhut (Professor of Design of New Craft Objects), Anja Heiden (Member of the Executive Board of WEMPE), Siems Luckwaldt (Lifestyle Director “Capital” and “Business Punk”), jewellery designer Leo Mathild, designer Patrik Muff, founder and editor-in-chief Katerina Perez and Nina Schwichtenberg, blogger and fashion brand owner.
Source: inhorgenta.com
