INHORGENTA 2025, Europe’s leading platform for jewellery, watches, and gemstones, set new standards once again from February 21st to 24th 2025. With international growth and groundbreaking partnerships, INHORGENTA provided momentum for the industry in challenging times, setting the stage for another successful year for the industry.
INHORGENTA is now more international than ever. With 1,334 brands from 38 countries, it grew by 3.4% compared to the previous year, after the 2024 edition had already seen a 9% increase. This continued strong growth is primarily due to the high level of international participation – more than half of the exhibitors came from abroad. Italian exhibitors occupied the largest space, and the Franceclat pavilion expanded its area, as more French watch brands joined each year.
Attracting 25,000 visitors from 97 countries, the show once again recorded a roughly 1% increase compared to the previous year. Particularly encouraging were the increases from key markets such as the Middle East (Bahrain, Israel, Qatar, Kuwait, Lebanon, Oman, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates), Switzerland, Italy, Denmark, the United Kingdom, and Belgium.
“Especially the growing international interest clearly shows: INHORGENTA remains Europe’s leading platform for jewellery, watches, and gemstones in 2025. It provides the industry with momentum in challenging times,” said Stefan Rummel, CEO of Messe München.
High Visitor Satisfaction and Successful Trading-up
INH0RGENTA enjoys exceptionally high customer satisfaction; 98% of visitors rated the show as “good” to “excellent,” a 2-percentage point increase.
The proportion of visitors interested in high-priced products starting at €5,000 increased from 11% to 24% in the jewellery sector and from 14% to 24% in the watch sector. This strengthens the fair’s role in the premium and luxury segment. “I see the potential for INHORGENTA to become a Watches & Wonders for High Jewellery,” said Elke Wolf, CEO of Juwelier Jasper.
“We are very grateful that our vision has been so well received,” said Stefanie Mandlein, Exhibition Director of INHORGENTA. “With strong international growth, successful trading-up, and high visitor satisfaction, we look to the future with great confidence.”
Internationalisation in Focus
The spotlight was on the partner country, India, in collaboration with the GJEPC. More than 50 exhibitors showcased high-quality diamond jewellery, gold and platinum lines, and gemstones to visitors. Kirit Bhansali, Chairman of GJEPC, said at the opening of the show: “Jewellery from India is the shining star of the Indian economy, with exports worth $32 billion. The planned free trade agreement with the European Union will create even more opportunities for growth and collaboration between India and Europe.”
The collaboration with the Fondation Haute Horlogerie (FHH) was also a great success. The “FHH Cultural Space” focused on the craftsmanship and cultural heritage of watchmaking.
Innovative Highlights and New Discoveries
A special highlight was the “Timeless Brilliance” exhibition, which immersed visitors in the fascinating facets of a diamond. Nine exclusive pieces of jewellery showcased the heritage and symbolism of these precious gemstones. The TRENDFACTORY and the WATCH TALKS witnessed 74 top-tier speakers from Europe, the USA, Canada, Asia, the UK, and Saudi Arabia. Together with the new Guided Tours, visitors were able to gain a quick and expert overview of current industry topics.
A Sparkling Celebration of the 8th INHORGENTA AWARD
The highlight was the presentation of the 8th INHORGENTA Award, regarded as the highest honour in the jewellery, watch, and gemstone industry. In a glamorous gala, the best in the industry were honoured across nine categories. The festive evening at the Kleine Olympiahalle, hosted by Rebecca Mir, attracted numerous VIP guests. The show-stopping performance by Icelandic singer Asdis was a highlight of the event.
The next INHORGENTA will take place from February 20th to 23rd, 2026, in Munich.