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A powerful symbol: A 1090 kg rock! Michel Jordi opens Flagship Store in Zurich

(11/2011) For his Flagship Store inaugurated on November 24th, the entrepreneur had spotted a truly monumental rock. On November 10, 2011, the operation was launched. With the authorisation of local authorities, Michel Jordi and his team firmly secured the gigantic "Swiss Icon Rock" found in Gletsch in the Valais region. It was subsequently winched by helicopter and engraved with the brand's name, prior to being transported to Zurich to grace the first JORDI Swiss Icon shop.

New Chief Executive Officer The Board of DeLaneau announces the appointment of David Goutenmacher

(11/2011) Known in the watch industry as Mr. David Gouten, David Goutenmacher, is a prominent figure in the watchmaking industry and has extensive experience and knowledge, as well as strong management expertise within the high-end watchmaking segment.

At least 60 per cent of the cost price must be made in Switzerland Strengthening of the Swiss made label

(11/2011) The process aimed at strengthening the Swiss made label for watches has entered a new phase with the decision by the Legal Affairs Commission of the National Council to approve the Swissness project and propose that at least 60% of the cost price of industrial products must be made in Switzerland.

For The Third Time! A. Lange & Söhne Is Germany’s Top Luxury Brand

(11/2011) With a grand total of 239 points out of a possible 300, the watch manufactory from Saxony once again stands head and shoulders above all other German luxury brands and ranks – like in 2007 and 2009 – before the automobile manufacturers Maybach (211) and Porsche (195) as well as various furniture, timepieces, jewellery, and fashion brands.

Internal solution Patrick Kury is new Chief Executive Officer pro tem of Eterna

(11/2011) Eterna announces the appointment effective today of Patrick Kury, 40, as CEO pro tem of Eterna and Porsche Design Timepieces. Swiss-born, Patrick Kury has accumulated considerable watch-industry experience, not least as Eterna's Chief Technology Officer since 2005. He has also served as Deputy Executive Director since 2008. His contributions include the Eterna Spherodrive technology, the ball-bearing mounted mainspring barrel patented in 2006.

29 November 2011, Hôtel Marcel Dassault Jaeger-LeCoultre Unique Auction in Paris

(11/2011) France's biggest auction house ,Artcurial, presents 250 unique watches and clocks, covering nearly 180 years of Jaeger-LeCoultre history. The sale, entitled the "Jaeger-LeCoultre Unique Auction", will constitute the richest collection of Jaeger-LeCoultre timepieces ever sold at auction.

Start in mid-December Hublot opens new boutique in Gstaad

(11/2011) After opening around forty boutiques in just 4 years in locations such as the Place Vendôme, Beverly Hills, Madison Avenue, Ginza, Cannes, Moscow, Shanghai and Bejing, Hublot is continuing its fantastic expansion into the world's most prestigious locations by opening a boutique in Gstaad. It will open its doors with its Genevan partner and long-time friend Benoit de Gorski in mid-December, in a prime location in the middle of the main pedestrian route through the village.

Press conference in Dubai Longines proclaims long-term partnership with the elite Meydan Group

(11/2011) A true integration of tradition and elegance was witnessed as esteemed Swiss watchmaking brand Longines entered into a strategic business partnership with the dynamic Meydan Group, wherein Longines will be the official timekeeper for all the equine events being held by Meydan. The long-term partnership between the two renowned giants of the equestrian world was unveiled at a recently held press conference in Dubai in the presence of the Chairwoman of the Board of Directors Swatch Group Ltd Ms. Nayla Hayek and the Chairman and CEO of Meydan Group, Mr. Saeed H Al Tayer.

Official timekeeping partner Armin Strom takes off with Virgin Atlantic

(10/2011) The Biel-based Manufacture is now extending its association with its Formula 1 sponsorship partner, Virgin, to its airline. An exhibition in Virgin Atlantic’s Clubhouse at London Heathrow signals the launch.

Cindy Crawford is guest of honor OMEGA celebrates opening of new-look GUM Boutique

(10/2011) Cindy Crawford is guest of honor at Moscow's Pashkov House On the 5th of October at the Pashkov House in Moscow, a gala cocktail event celebrated the opening of OMEGA's new-look boutique at GUM. OMEGA president Stephen Urquhart was joined by his brand's longest-serving ambassador, supermodel Cindy Crawford.

Everything has its time Armin Strom retires

(10/2011) The founder and eponym of the Biel-based Manufacture will retire from active business this autumn. The Company is proud to carry on the spirit of the pioneer and his luxury watchmaking tradition into the future. Armin Strom will continue to act as an advisor.

Rolex Sports watches continue to generate strong Patek Philippe and Rolex highlight Antiquorum's September Sale

(10/2011) Antiquorum's September auction of Important Modern & Vintage Timepieces totaled 2,792,050 US-Dollar. The auction of 319 collectible timepieces attracted 353 registered internet and phone bidders from around the world. International bidding came from countries such as Hong Kong, China, Taiwan, the Russian Federation, the Netherlands, Canada and the United States. Strong prices were achieved resulting in 78% sold by lot and 119 % sold by value.

Philipp von Büren took over responsibilit Maurice Lacroix changes in the Executive Management

(09/2011) A new Financial Director was appointed as part of the majority take-over of Maurice Lacroix by DKSH on 1 July 2011. As a member of the executive board, Philipp von Büren (36) took over responsibility for the financial division on 1 October 2011 from Stefan Wüest (47), who will be leaving the company at the beginning of 2012, after eight years.

Significant step of business development A. Lange & Söhne celebrates grand opening of its Hong Kong Boutique

(09/2011) To celebrate this significant step of business development, the brand held a grand opening for its first boutique in Hong Kong on 15 September 2011. Among the numerous guests many watch aficionados followed the invitation to share the craftsmanship, precision and above all, the passion that goes into the timepieces bear­ing the signature “A. Lange & Söhne”.

Style is a Question of Maturity New Communications Approach for Armin Strom

(09/2011) “Not my first love affair” is the watch manufacturer’s powerful new campaign slogan, which transforms the positioning of the Biel timekeepers from ‘exclusive luxury watches’ into ‘ambassadors of style and maturity’.

729 Madison Avenue at East 64th Street: a prestigious address Vacheron Constantin announces first US Boutique to open in New York

(09/2011) Vacheron Constantin is reinforcing its international presence with the opening of its first boutique in the United States, located in New York City. This is the brand’s 28th boutique worldwide. The new opening marks another step forward in the brand’s worldwide expansion, further strengthening ties first established with North America in 1832.

Swatch Group employs some 40 former employees of Energizer Universo acquires the Energizer site in La Chaux-de-Fonds

(08/2011) Universo Ltd., a company of The Swatch Group Ltd., and Energizer Ltd., both in La Chaux-de-Fonds (Switzerland) signed a contract on August 10, 2011, for the acquisition of buildings and land on rue Louis-Joseph Chevrolet 43 in La Chaux-de-Fonds. The handover will take place on November 1, 2011. In addition, The Swatch Group Ltd. will initially employ some 40 former employees of Energizer Ltd.

Brand boutiques around the world Two new Breguet Boutiques in China

(08/2011) Montres Breguet confirms its attachment to China by opening two new boutiques. The first covers 90m2 at the heart of the prestigious Scitech Plaza complex in Beijing; while the second 220m2 store is located in the city of Ningbo, to the south of Shanghai.

Negative currency effects Swatch Group: Again with record sales and profit

(07/2011) The global leader in the watch industry, with its 19 brands, grew by a strong +24.2% at constant rates and on a comparative basis, generating gross sales of CHF 3 362 million in the first half of 2011. This very positive growth spanned all major regions and all price segments.

High growth continues Swiss watch exports in the first half of 2011

(07/2011) Following the clear recovery of 2010, watch exports continued to grow in the first half of 2011. Their value after six months stood at 8.7 billion francs, an increase of 19.3% compared to the first half of 2010. Last year’s level was therefore surpassed by more than 1.4 billion francs. This strong increase placed the sector above the benchmark result of 2008.

Cooperation with the Russian Space Agency Roskosmos FORTIS has renewed its space program

(07/2011) In June, space craft Soyuz TMA-02M started its trip to space from the space port in Baikonkur, Kasachstan with the three astronauts Mike Fossum (USA), Sergei Volkov (RU) und Satosho Furkawa (JP) on board. Since then the 28th ISS Crew operates in different science experiments and takes care of the maintenance and repair of the ISS.

OMEGA is official Timekeeper The 14th FINA World Championships

(07/2011) The 14th FINA World Championships are scheduled for July 16–31, 2011 in Shanghai, China at the Shanghai Oriental Sports Center. The 2011 World Championships will again feature the 5 aquatics disciplines: swimming, water polo, diving, open water swimming, and synchronized swimming. Portions of these championships will most likely serve as part of the qualifying for the 2012 Summer Olympics.

Resistance grows against supply constraints Watchmakers to appeal against the Competition Commission

(07/2011) Supplier Swatch Group is to reduce its shipments of movements from 1 January 2012, with the blessing of the Competition Commission. Independent brands are furious. "What exactly is the Competition Commission for, apart from favouring monopolies?" Frédérique Constant CEO Peter Stas was openly angry following the decision of the Competition Commission (Comco) to authorise the Swatch Group to lower its shipments of movements (-15%), and assortments(-5%) to third companies.

Official Timekeeper Designations Part of Multi-Faceted Commitment OMEGA and PGA of America sign a marketing and sponsorship agreement

(07/2011) OMEGA, the Swiss maker of prestige watches, and The PGA of America, today announced a far-reaching strategic marketing and sponsorship agreement that will carry through 2016. The five-year agreement, which provides for multiple “Official Timekeeper” designation, marks a major breakthrough for OMEGA in the sport of golf in the United States.

A major milestone in Baden Racing’s history Longines: New title sponsor of the Grosser Preis von Baden

(06/2011) Longines, a Swiss brand with a long tradition in watchmaking, is the new title sponsor of the Grosser Preis von Baden, Germany’s most prestigious and internationally renowned flat race. As part of the multi-year agreement, Longines will also act as the official timekeeper at the Iffezheim/Baden-Baden racecourse.

1,800,000 USD for a Grand Complication pocket watch New York auction yields an exceptional result for a Vacheron Constantin watch

(06/2011) A Grand Complication pocket watch in 20-carat gold by Vacheron Constantin having belonged to the collector James Ward Packard fetched the sum of 1,800,000 USD – three times its already high estimate – at the Christie’s auction. The auction held by Christie’s in New York confirmed Vacheron Constantin’s strong appeal to international collectors.

Stephen Urquhart: We believe in America! OMEGA comes to Florida's Aventura Mall

(06/2011) OMEGA opened the newest member of its flagship boutique network at the popular Aventura Mall near Miami. The 888-square-foot OMEGA Boutique offers the brand’s entire product palette. The opening was celebrated with a dinner at the Soho Beach House in the company of OMEGA President Stephen Urquhart who was joined by members of the press and invited guests from the Miami area.

Highlight: Vacheron & Constantin Perpetual Calendar Minute Repeater Piece Unique Outstanding Results for Unique Timepieces at Antiquorum's June New York Sale

(06/2011) Watch aficionados came together on June 8th for Antiquorum's summer sale of Important Modern & Vintage Timepieces, which totaled a remarkable ,500,075. The all-day sale held in Antiquorum's New York City auction room featured an exceptional collection of 351 luxury timepieces, of which 118% were sold by value. Competitive bidding for the auction came from Taiwan, Hong Kong, the Russian Federation, Belgium and Indonesia, as well as the United States.

Grand Opening Event Korea is one of the most dynamic markets of Jaeger-LeCoultre

(06/2011) Jaeger-LeCoultre, the high-end Swiss watch brand with state-of-the-art watchmaking technology and the tradition of 178 years, held the Avenuel Boutique Grand Opening Event and introduced new timepieces for 2011 at Dynasty Hall, Hotel Shilla on June 8, 2011. The event began with a gallery-type exhibition of products, followed by CEO Jérôme Lambert remarks, videos on the brand history and products, a fashion show, dinner and performances.

First mono-brand store in Hong Kong A. Lange & Söhne opens fifth boutique

(06/2011) After the launch of A. Lange & Söhne shops in Dresden, Shanghai, Tokyo and Seoul, the exclusive German watch brand now opens its fifth boutique, in Hong Kong. Watch connoisseurs in the metropolitan area as well as China can now experience the works of art bearing the quality seal “Made in Germany” in Asia’s major luxury hub.

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