Connect with us

Headlines

UK Jewelry Show Canceled Amid ‘Serious Security Breach’

The event was set to run Sept. 10-11.

mm

Published

on

The Company of Master Jewellers in the United Kingdom announced the cancellation of its Autumn Trade Event at the end of the first day.

The event was set to run Sept. 10-11. The decision to cancel the event “was made in the interest of the safety and security of all attendees, exhibitors, and staff following a serious security breach,” according to a press release.

Speaking to attendees, Michael Aldridge, chairman of the Company of Master Jewellers, said:

Unfortunately, we have made the difficult decision to cancel today’s event following a serious security breach. This includes tonight’s evening function and tomorrow’s Trade Event. This decision has been made in the interest of the safety and security of all attendees, exhibitors, and staff, including hotel staff. We recognise this is going to cause inconvenience to suppliers and retailers, and many of you will have made previous travel and hotel arrangements, but your safety and wellbeing is paramount to us, and the threat is too severe to ignore. Having taken advice from police, this is the safest course of action.

The Company of Master Jewellers team would like to express its gratitude for the continued support and understanding of its members and the jewellery community at large. It remains dedicated to the core values of excellence, innovation, and safety that have defined its organisation for years.

Advertisement

SPONSORED VIDEO

After 139 Years, A Family Legacy Finds Its Perfect Exit With Wilkerson.

When third-generation jeweler Sam Sipe and his wife Laura decided to close Indianapolis’ historic J.C. Sipe Jewelers, they turned to Wilkerson to handle their retirement sale. “The conditions were right,” Sam explains of their decision to close the 139-year-old business. Wilkerson managed the entire going-out-of-business sale process, from marketing strategy to sales floor operations. “Our goal was to convert our paid inventory into retirement funds,” notes Sam. “The results exceeded expectations.” The Sipes’ advice for jewelers considering retirement? “Contact Wilkerson,” Laura says. “They’ll help you transition into retirement with confidence and financial security.”

Promoted Headlines

Advertisement

Advertisement

Subscribe


BULLETINS

INSTORE helps you become a better jeweler
with the biggest daily news headlines and useful tips.
(Mailed 5x per week.)

Latest Comments

Most Popular