The 45th edition of Oroarezzo, the international B2B event organized by IEG – Italian Exhibition Group and reference point for the very best of Made in Italy gold, silver and jewelry manufacturing, opened today and will be ongoing until May 12 at Arezzo Fiere e Congressi. The main theme of the opening ceremony was market transformations and support for businesses in driving change through knowledge-based tools and networking.
Quick Summary
- Oroarezzo 2026 officially opened in Arezzo, Italy
- The event is organized by Italian Exhibition Group (IEG)
- Focus areas include networking, market transformation, and business growth
- 350 exhibitors are participating in this year’s edition
- International buyers from 59 countries are attending the exhibition
- Precious Fashion debuts as a new exhibition area
- Multiple conferences and seminars are scheduled during the show
- The historic Première contest marks its 35th edition
Industry Leaders Attend the Opening Ceremony
The opening ceremony featured remarks from Maurizio Ermeti, president of Italian Exhibition Group; Alessandro Ghinelli, mayor of Arezzo; Alessandro Polcri, president of the Province of Arezzo; Massimo Guasconi, president of the Arezzo-Siena Chamber of Commerce; and Ferrer Vannetti, president of Arezzo Fiere e Congressi. This was followed by a roundtable discussion with Maria Cristina Squarcialupi, president of Confindustria Federorafi; Maurizio Forte, central director for export sectors at the Italian Trade Agency; Leonardo Marras, councilor for the economy, production activities, credit policies and tourism for the Region of Tuscany; and Senator Maurizio Gasparri, chairman of the Foreign Affairs and Defense Committee.
International Conference on Global Jewelry Markets Announced
During the opening ceremony, “The Global Outlook 2026 – Global Jewelry Markets and Practical Tools for Business Growth,” Oroarezzo’s first international conference, organized by IEG in collaboration with Confindustria Federorafi, AFEMO, the Ministry for Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation (MAECI) and the Italian Trade Agency, was announced. The event is scheduled for Monday, May 11.
Strong International Participation at Oroarezzo 2026
At the show, 350 exhibitors — 84% Italian and 16% international — and over 350 international buyers hosted through the partnership with the Italian Trade Agency, alongside more than 100 Italian buyers. The international buyers come 59 countries with the largest numbers from the United States, followed by Romania, Hong Kong, Poland, Mexico, Argentina and Morocco, confirming a broad and diverse participation.
Precious Fashion Debuts at the Exhibition
In this setting, the exhibition offer highlights the complete wealth of the industry, with the addition this year of Precious Fashion, the new exhibition area specifically for fashion jewelry and accessory components.
Conferences, Retail Talks and Première Awards Ceremony
The opening day continued in the afternoon (3 pm – Events Area) with the conference entitled “Geopolitical tensions, conflicts and tariffs: reactions from the Italian gold industry”, organized by Club degli Orafi and Intesa Sanpaolo. Tomorrow morning, Sunday, May 10 (10 am – Events Area), the event “Retail Talk: Jewelry stores in evolution: models, market and perspectives. Focus on Tuscany,” organized by Federpreziosi Confcommercio, will take place. The seminar “Reaching the world: digital marketing for jewelry in the era of new markets,” organized by Club degli Orafi, will follow (12.15 pm – Events Area). In the afternoon (starting at 5.30 pm – in the center of the Chimera Hall), the awards ceremony for the historic Première contest, now at its 35th edition, is scheduled to take place.
FAQs
What is Oroarezzo 2026?
Oroarezzo 2026 is the 45th edition of the international B2B exhibition focused on gold, silver, and jewelry manufacturing, organized by Italian Exhibition Group (IEG) in Arezzo, Italy.
Where is Oroarezzo 2026 being held?
The exhibition is being held at Arezzo Fiere e Congressi in Arezzo, Italy.
What is the main focus of Oroarezzo 2026?
The event focuses on market transformations, business networking, export opportunities, and practical growth strategies for the global jewelry industry.
How many exhibitors are participating in Oroarezzo 2026?
The show features 350 exhibitors, including both Italian and international participants.
Which countries are participating as international buyers?
International buyers are attending from 59 countries, including the United States, Romania, Hong Kong, Poland, Mexico, Argentina, and Morocco.
What is Precious Fashion at Oroarezzo 2026?
Precious Fashion is a newly introduced exhibition area dedicated to fashion jewelry and accessory components.
What special events are taking place during Oroarezzo 2026?
The event includes international conferences, retail talks, seminars on digital marketing, and the Première awards ceremony.
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