Portugal’s jewelry and watch sector gathers professional attention in September. Portojóia 2026 takes place from 17 to 20 September 2026 at Exponor, bringing together brands, artisans and retailers to showcase collections and sector trends.
What Portojóia 2026 brings together
The event mixes craft tradition and applied innovation. Official communications highlight participation from jewelry and watch brands, independent designers, suppliers of raw materials and equipment, and sector services. The fair includes dedicated spaces for innovation and sustainability and the Best Of – Aluno Revelação program for emerging talent.
Exhibitor and visitor profiles
Exhibitors range from established jewelry brands and watchmakers to designers and suppliers. Visitors include jewelry and watch retailers, international buyers, designers, interior and luxury companies, and specialized media. This composition supports commercial searches for new collections and sourcing.
Highlighted areas and formats
Portojóia frames its exhibition around product launches and innovation corners. The programme mentions focus areas such as new materials, sustainability in production and the display of exclusive collections by creators. The Best Of – Aluno Revelação spotlights young designers.
Actionable prospecting tips for B2B teams
- Prioritize meetings: target a shortlist of high-value buyers and request meetings in advance.
- Product presentation: bring representative samples and a technical-commercial catalog with clear terms.
- Lead capture: use digital forms and QR codes to gather contacts and preferences quickly.
- Team roles: assign staff to product demos, commercial negotiations and follow-up scheduling to keep trade conversations efficient.
- Post-fair cadence: schedule follow-up emails and calls within the week after the event with concrete proposals.
Getting to Exponor and on-site logistics
The fair takes place at Exponor, located roughly 15 minutes from Porto city and about 10 minutes from Francisco Sá Carneiro International Airport. Transport links include bus lines 601 and 507 with stops at Exponor and metro connections via Casa da Música and Senhor de Matosinhos, with local bus transfers. Road access is via the A1 and A28, exit Exponor.
Practical preparation for exhibitors and buyers
Use the show’s exhibitor list and invitation request options when planning visits. For exhibitors, ensure stand presentation, lighting and high-quality imagery for collections. For international shipments, confirm customs and logistics schedules ahead of arrival.
Final note Portojóia 2026 places sustainability and tech-applied approaches within a market that balances craft and design. For companies active in jewelry and watches the fair is an occasion to verify suppliers and trends; full details and visitor tools are available at the official site http://exponor.pt/portojoia.
