The IIJS 2012 organised by the GJEPC concluded on August 27, leaving exhibitors satisfied for having participated, Diamond World reported in its Weekly E-Post. Usually for a trade show this would mean it was an opportunity for good business, but IIJS being the prime G&J trade platform for the Indian G&J industry, it left exhibitors happy for the scope it delivered in business and networking opportunities.
The show did push away the pre-IIJS gloom of high prices, low demand and economic instability. For it did give moderate business. Exhibitors had mixed reactions of moderate business or mire enquiries although from serious buyers. As India is entering its festive and wedding season, much hope was pinned that it would push demand.
What emerged strong at the show was high level of participation by Indian and international companies, underlining the interest on the Indian market. Being a trade platform that delivers the best of business, networking, market intelligence in the Indian G&J market, IIJS scored well. Let’s hope the Indian festive season adds luster to India's market demand.
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