(05/2011) 2011 marks the beginning of a new chapter in the history of the Swiss Maison d’Horlogerie, which was founded in 1830. Aware of the goodwill the company elicits, Baume & Mercier will naturally focus its image today on the ideas of conviviality and authenticity, two concepts which are part of a genuine way of life.
(05/2011) In pursuit of its expansion policy, Tech-Airport, a company of The Swatch Group Ltd – in collaboration with Swatch Group Italia – has opened a new boutique in Italy, operational as from April 28, 2011. Favorably located in the Schengen Area, in Venice’s Marco Polo Airport, this sublime ring-shaped retail space of about 80 m2 presents travelers with a range of successful watch brands including Longines, Rado, Tissot, Hamilton, ck watch & jewelry, Swatch and Flik Flak.
(05/2011) Audemars Piguet becomes the partner of the first edition of Spa Classic which will take place on 27, 28 and 29 May on one of the most prestigious race tracks in the world. The Manufacture has seized this opportunity to reinforce its presence in the world of classic car races. Guided since 1875 by the values which inspire its philosophy, excellence and audacity, Audemars Piguet has chosen to become main co-sponsor and official timekeeper of the first edition of Spa Classic.
(05/2011) Considering the development of the industrial and commercial activities of the Group in Switzerland as well as abroad, the Board of Directors of Rolex has decided to update the structures of the Company. Within this scope, Gian Riccardo Marini, until now Managing Director of Rolex Italia SpA, has been appointed as Chief Executive Officer of Rolex SA, in replacement of Bruno Meier whose commitment over the last years has been valued by the Board of Directors.
(04/2011) Rolf W. Schnyder, president and CEO of Ulysse Nardin, passed away unexpectedly on April 14th, 2011. The Extraordinary General Meeting of the traditional Swiss watch manufacture elected the new company management on 27th April: Chai Schnyder is to take up the office of president of the Board of Directors. The widow of Rolf W. Schnyder holds a Master of Science in Manufacturing Engineering (Queen's University Belfast, United Kingdom).
(04/2011) The image film from the Porsche Design Group has reaped international recognition once again. The jury at the World Media Festival 2011 awarded the Intermedia Globe in Gold to the film entitled "Form and Function - The Battle", launched last year. The unusual staging of the design duel won the "Public Relations: Company Philosophy and Portrait" category, against a total of 60 competitors from more than 30 countries. The official award ceremony will take place on 18th May in Hamburg.
(04/2011) This year’s BASELWORLD will go down in history as a spectacular highlight. The World Watch and Jewellery Show closed its doors today after eight highly successful days. The exhibitors were particularly satisfied, with 103,200 visitors (+2.5% / 2010) and outstanding sales. The innovations and trends presented underlined BASELWORLD’s key global position as the leading show for the watch and jewellery industry.
(03/2011) For the 80th anniversary of the Reverso, Jaeger-LeCoultre has the pleasure to annouce its sponsorship of a new segment in CNN's program Backstory, “The Revealer”. Starting March 24th, on a bi-monthly basis, “The Revealer”, presented by Michael Holmes, “Backstory” host, covering the hidden side of a much loved, internationally renowned place, object or story.
(03/2011) Antiquorum's March auction of "Important Modern & Vintage Timepieces", held at the Mandarin Oriental in Geneva on Sunday, March 27, closed with the outstanding result of CHF 6,457,937. Of the 564 timepieces offered, a remarkable 83 % was sold, representing 138.5% by value. The auction enjoyed strong Internet bidding in addition to the many telephone and commission bidders. International participation came from Japan, the Netherlands, China, Hong Kong, Turkey and the Russian Federation.
(03/2011) The World Watch and Jewellery Show, BASELWORLD, is being staged from March 24-31, 2011 in Basel, and Federal Councillor Didier Burkhalter will be opening the show. The presence of India’s Trade Minister, Anand Sharma, underlines the global importance of this event. For the 1892 exhibiting companies and some 100,000 professional visitors from all the different continents, BASELWORLD 2011 constitutes the most significant industry rendezvous of the year.
(03/2011) The Altus Uhren Holding AG, will be taking over the long-established watchmaking company Glycine Watch SA from 1 April 2011. The new CEO will be Stephan Lack. He believes in the importance of continuity. The owner of Glycine, Katherina Brechbühler, has decided to hand the company over to a new owner and to alter her career path. The new owner will be the company Altus Uhren Holding AG, based in Muri near Berne. This company is entirely Swiss-owned.
(03/2011) Antiquorum held a highly spirited and extremely successful auction of Important Modern & Vintage Timepieces on Thursday, March 10th in New York totaling ,460,162. The auction of 275 rare and collectible timepieces drew a standing room only crowd, in addition to 301 registered internet bidders and phone bidders from around the world. Aggressive international bidding came from countries such as China, The Russian Federation, Qatar, Canada as well as the United States. Strong prices were achieved resulting in 81% sold by lot and 125 % sold by value.
(02/2011) Antiquorum’s first auction of the year “Important Modern & Vintage Timepieces”, held at the Mandarin Oriental in Hong Kong on Saturday 26 February, achieved excellent results totalling HKD 37'337’125. A remarkable 88.5% of the 452 timepieces offered were sold representing 132.47% by value. In addition to the strong in-room presence, the auction enjoyed active Internet bidding, in addition to the many telephone and commission bidders. International interest came from across the globe, including the United States, Spain, Japan, Macao and The Russian Federation.
(02/2011) The Swiss watch industry is in top gear. Just a few weeks before BASELWORLD opens its doors and with a recovery firmly in place, watchmakers, jewellers and suppliers are unveiling their very latest creations. However, while the economic crisis seems well and truly behind us, it is still too early to celebrate. With their understated, modest and sensible designs, this year's timepieces once again bear witness to an authentic savoir-faire that is truly Swiss.
(02/2011) Uhren von UHR are starting an advertising campaign in Germany, Austria and Switzerland, right on time for the major watch trade fairs this spring. The "Swabian watch brand" is not just placing full-page advertisements in several national print media highlighting its great prices, its advertising concept is also unique and clever.