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SIHH and BASELWORLD to coordinate their dates from 2020

This partnership marks a significant breakthrough for the watchmaking industry SIHH and BASELWORLD to coordinate their dates from 2020

(12/2018) From 2020, the Salon International de la Haute Horlogerie in Geneva (SIHH) and Baselworld in Basel, the two major events in the watch industry, will synchronise their calendars. In 2020, the SIHH will be held from 26 to 29 April in Geneva, followed immediately by Baselworld from 30 April to 5 May in Basel. The calendars have been synchronised until 2024.

ETA launches HeavyDrive

New exclusive technology for quartz movements that can cope with heavier hands ETA launches HeavyDrive

(07/2018) ETA SA, a Swatch Group company, is introducing an exclusive new technology to its quartz movements. HeavyDrive technology enables intelligent shock management and is opening up new possibilities for hand design.

Baselworld 2018: Glashütte Original looks back on positive results

Saxon manufactory highlights newly designed versions of successful classics Baselworld 2018: Glashütte Original looks back on positive results

(04/2018) Glashütte Original has once again given an impressive performance at Baselworld, thanks to a confident brand presence and sensational new products for the world of watches. The Saxon manufactory presented refreshing new design variations of proven product lines to industry experts at the world's largest watch and jewellery fair.

The BASELWORLD 2018 is open

Baselworld is and remains unique! The BASELWORLD 2018 is open

(03/2018) As in past years, also the 2018 edition of Baselworld brings together the industry’s top players under one roof again. Five of the six highest-earning Swiss watch companies exclusively present their new products at this unique show.

Oris convinces with a new logo

Go your own way Oris convinces with a new logo

(03/2018) This spring, Oris is proud to introduce a stylish rebrand that cements its place in contemporary watchmaking. The company’s new logo, claim and creative have been designed to highlight Oris’s spirit of innovation and independence, qualities that shine through its collection of industrially produced, beautifully crafted Swiss Made watches.

Two global lifestyle brands announce partnership

Breitling und Norton Motorcycles Two global lifestyle brands announce partnership

(02/2018) Swiss watch brand Breitling has announced a partnership with English motorcycle producer Norton Motorcycles that will lead to the creation of some unique common products or features. They will be inspired by the brands’ compelling and intriguingly similar historic timelines, and will even include some of the materials used in Norton Motorcycles’ legendary high-performance bikes.

An innovative product with worldwide potential wins

The Rado Star Prize Switzerland for Young Talents An innovative product with worldwide potential wins

(11/2017) The Swiss medtech startup SteriLux has been named the winner of the Rado Star Prize Switzerland for Young Talents. The international jury of Design Prize Switzerland was won over by the young company's product, which sterilizes medical instruments in an innovative way. SteriLux CEO Marc Spaltenstein and designer Jordane Vernet were honoured at the award ceremony with prize money and the limited edition Rado True Phospho, which was co-developed by Rado and Swiss design collective Big-Game.

Daniel Strom is looking for shareholders with crowdinvesting

Real brand fans wanted! Daniel Strom is looking for shareholders with crowdinvesting

(11/2017) Developing its distribution, products, visibility. The Strom family has no shortage of projects. While it has been self-financing since its foundation in 2001, today the company has bigger dreams and is seeking to conquer new territory. A desire in line with its ambitions, given that in just a few months, CHF 700,000 has already been collected from various clients and friends to finance its development.

CSEM Validates ARMIN STROM Mirrored Force Resonance

Cooperation with Swiss Center for Electronics and Microtechnology CSEM Validates ARMIN STROM Mirrored Force Resonance

(10/2017) Finding new solutions to old ideas and even new technical innovation is what drives the watch industry and continues to make it fresh and interesting. “At the moment we are working with CSEM to improve the resonance clutch spring of our Mirrored Force Resonance, to precisely evaluate how theory and reality can and have coincided,” explains Claude Greisler, director of ARMIN STROM.

Precision through Ingenuity: Ulysse Nardin

A Tale of Timekeeping Evolution for 170 Years Precision through Ingenuity: Ulysse Nardin

(09/2017) Technology is driving the world at unfathomable speed. For watchmaking manufacture Ulysse Nardin, it has cap-tained its course for almost two centuries. Calculating the waning and waxing of the moon to harness time and tides with exactitude, Ulysse Nardin changed how the world told time.

Anonimo is celebrating its twentieth anniversary

Presentation of a Vintage Militare Anonimo is celebrating its twentieth anniversary

(07/2017) This new year brings up 20 years existence for Anonimo who starts celebrating this event, the brand is bringing out a reissue of its Vintage model of the Militare line. Same functions, same aesthetics but with just a subtle hint of modernity.

EBERHARD & CO. : 130 YEARS OF PASSION IN WATCHMAKING

1 8 8 7 - 2 0 1 7 EBERHARD & CO. : 130 YEARS OF PASSION IN WATCHMAKING

(05/2017) 130 chimes that mark the history of Eberhard & Co., but well over 130 snapshots that immortalise the values and creations which throughout the years since 1887 – when the company was founded by Georges-Lucien Eberhard in La Chaux-de-Fonds – have made up the DNA of the Swiss watchmakers whose name has become synonymous with tradition, constant research and innovation.

Design Double: Rado and Big-Game Design Studio

The Rado True Phospo Design Double: Rado and Big-Game Design Studio

(04/2017) Rado has teamed up with another major force in the design world – and to glowing effect. Together with Swiss design studio Big-Game, Rado has created the True Phospo: a limited edition timepiece featuring Big-Game’s signature design approach as applied to one of Rado's most popular watch families.

Chronoswiss and Alfa Romeo North America cooperate

Regulator Alfa Romeo Quadrifoglio Edition Chronoswiss and Alfa Romeo North America cooperate

(04/2017) Cars and mechanical watches go perfectly together, as Chronoswiss also confirms. The reputed manufacturer for mechanical wristwatches has been an active part of motorsports in the past, either as the title sponsor of the Chronoswiss Classics or in the development of spectacular watch models such as the legendary Wristmaster, a dashboard clock set for the wrist.

Wenger: Designing the shape of things to come

Agile, up-to-date and at home in the world's cities Wenger: Designing the shape of things to come

(04/2017) For Wenger, Back to the Future is much more than a blockbuster movie title. It’s a successful design approach. When the Swiss watch manufacturer set itself the task of creating a signature shape to withstand the tests of time, it firstly went back in time. The process of bringing together archives and blank sheets of paper turned out to be a rewarding trip in time travel. The result speaks volumes.

BASELWORLD 2017: Innovation and excellence as the answers to current challenges

Watch fair celebrates its 100th anniversary BASELWORLD 2017: Innovation and excellence as the answers to current challenges

(03/2017) As the world’s largest watch show celebrates its 100th anniversary, Swiss watchmakers and jewellers, along with related sectors, are once again taking part in this not-to-be-missed trade event. From March 23rd to March 30th 2017, they are presenting their latest – often world-exclusive – new models, thereby displaying their impressive innovation and expertise in responding to a tense economic context.

Preview BASELWORLD 2017: Ronda produces mechanical watch movements

The Mecano R150 Preview BASELWORLD 2017: Ronda produces mechanical watch movements

(03/2017) The Swiss family concern is once again producing mechanical watch movements. This corner stone was put into place at the end of 2011. After Ronda had strongly developed itself in various technologies and established a broad industrial basis, management decided to go back into the mechanical segment.

Baselworld 2017 counting down to the on unmissable show

Baselworld goes live on March 23 Baselworld 2017 counting down to the on unmissable show

(02/2017) In one month from today, the new creations and innovations of the global watch and jewellery industry will be exclusively presented to the world at Baselworld 2017. Renowned as the one unmissable annual show for this multifaceted industry, Baselworld is gearing-up to welcome all the key players, from the world's bestknown brands, over renowned and prestigious buyers through to the international press.

Swiss watch exports in 2016

The substantial fall observed throughout the year seems to have bottomed out Swiss watch exports in 2016

(02/2017) The environment confronting the Swiss watch industry remained difficult throughout the year 2016. Demand for personal luxury goods fell, especially for the most expensive products. Timepieces therefore had to contend with changes in the choices made by consumers who are increasingly interested in the notion of experience associated with the world of luxury and less in shopping as used to be the case.

Walca private label watches

Swiss Made Walca private label watches

(02/2017) For 40 years, Walca has been creating timepieces that perfectly reflect the image and philosophy of prestigious watch brands and fashion houses. From the initial sketches to after-sales service, via studies and other development stages, not forgetting production, this independent group offers a vast array of services, each tailored to requirements.

Ulysse Nardin announces 5-year warranty

Customer friendly Ulysse Nardin announces 5-year warranty

(12/2016) Ulysse Nardin is justifiably proud of its 170-year-history of innovation in the making of precision mechanical timepieces. Continuing this pioneering path in the world of Haute Horlogerie, the Swiss watchmaker is making the incredible move of offering an extended 5-year-warranty on all newly-purchased timepieces.

MeisterSinger’s MSH01 honored with German Design Award

Outstanding Technology MeisterSinger’s MSH01 honored with German Design Award

(10/2016) MSH01 is the name of the hand-wound movement custom-designed for MeisterSinger’s single-hand watches. For its smart, balanced design, the movement has now received the German Design Award, the second most important design prize – after the Red Dot Award – for the caliber, and proof of its exceptional status.

Glashütte Original strengthens international presence

New Brand Boutiques open in Vienna and Paris Glashütte Original strengthens international presence

(09/2016) In parallel with its steadily growing presence in Asia, German watchmaker Glashütte Original is strengthening its retail footprint in Europe as well. With its new Boutiques in Paris and Vienna the manufactory presents two new destinations for connoisseurs of exceptional timekeepers traveling to the capitals of the watchmaker's art.

Hublot dressed in Berluti

Style or Nothing Hublot dressed in Berluti

(08/2016) Berluti’s emblematic Venezia leather and its famous patina, partnered with Hublot’s innovation in watchmaking creates The Classic Fusion. The fusion of expertise sets this limited edition apart with its bold, distinctive personality.

Hanhart available in Australia and New Zealand

Define Watches is new distributor Hanhart available in Australia and New Zealand

(08/2016) Precision timepieces from the watch manufacturer Hanhart 1882 GmbH from the Black Forest/ Germany are now also available in Australia and New Zealand. On 1 August 2016, Hanhart signed a distribution agreement with Define Watches. Over the past eight years Define Watches has established a reputation as Australasia’s leading specialist for high-end, independent, German watch brands.

A new generation of watchmakers celebrates completion of studies

“Alfred Helwig” School of Watchmaking graduation ceremonies A new generation of watchmakers celebrates completion of studies

(07/2016) Thursday, 7 July 2016 at the Saxon manufactory was dedicated entirely to 21 young men and women, students at the firm's own “Alfred Helwig” School of Watchmaking, who received their diplomas in the atrium of the manufactory and celebrated the completion of their studies.

Rado opens second mono-brand boutique in Switzerland

Expansion in the domestic market Rado opens second mono-brand boutique in Switzerland

(06/2016) Rado has increased its presence in its domestic market, opening its second mono-brand boutique in Switzerland. Situated in the heart of Interlaken, the new boutique offers an attractive selection of the brand's latest collections. This follows the opening of the first Rado boutique in Switzerland last year in Lucerne.

Up-and-coming watchmakers visit A. Lange & Söhne

A task for the next six months Up-and-coming watchmakers visit A. Lange & Söhne

(06/2016) Eight trainee watchmakers from Japan, the United States, Sweden, Finland, France and Germany take part in this year's "F. A. Lange Scholarship & Watchmaking Excellence Award". They visited Dresden and Glashütte from 9 to 13 May 2016 to gain insights into the traditional craft of watchmaking and find out about the competition task.

A. Lange & Söhne opens boutique in Beirut

Saxon watchmaker continues to expand in the Middle East A. Lange & Söhne opens boutique in Beirut

(06/2016) A. Lange & Söhne, the renowned watchmaker from Saxony, Germany, is expanding its presence in the Middle East with the opening of a boutique in Beirut, Lebanon. Located in the heart of Downtown Beirut, the capital's most famous and vibrant luxury-shopping area, the new mono-brand store is yet another milestone in the company's ongoing internationalisation.

A. Lange & Söhne delivers the first GRAND COMPLICATION

The genesis of a masterpiece A. Lange & Söhne delivers the first GRAND COMPLICATION

(06/2016) In January 2013, A. Lange & Söhne presented the most complicated wristwatch ever built in Germany. Only six of these oeuvres will ever be crafted, and the first one has now been handed over to its owner. The assembly of the movement alone requires an entire year for each watch. Meanwhile, some of the countless steps involved in the making of this micromechanical masterpiece have been photographically documented.

MeisterSinger new partner of the Frankfurt Opera

Ensemble partnership to promote opera singers MeisterSinger new partner of the Frankfurt Opera

(05/2016) In the coming year, watch manufacturer MeisterSinger will be supporting the outstanding ensemble work of the Frankfurt Opera, which has again just been awarded the “Opera House of the Year” prize by the editors of the magazine Opernwelt.

Glashütte Original has another good year at Baselworld

BASELWORLD 2016 Glashütte Original has another good year at Baselworld

(04/2016) For eight days ending March 24, 2016, the people of Basel, Switzerland, could not help but feel the impact of the world's largest watch and jewellery fair, Baselworld. More than 145,000 visitors were in town for the annual show, among them some 4,400 journalists from over 70 countries, all bent on examining at close range the latest products from both large and small watch and jewellery makers.

 BASELWORLD 2016: Satisfied exhibitors and good response

Exhibitors, buyers and visitors decline by 3 percent BASELWORLD 2016: Satisfied exhibitors and good response

(03/2016) Baselworld 2016, the unique and unmissable trendsetting show for the global watch and jewellery industry came to a positive conclusion today after eight eventful and memorable days.

 BASELWORLD 2016: The new ETA Fashionline G10 movement

ETA sets new standards BASELWORLD 2016: The new ETA Fashionline G10 movement

(03/2016) ETA pushes the boundaries of precision and versatility for its Fashionline G10 collection by incorporating its exclusive PowerDrive and PreciDrive exclusive technologies into six new quartz movements, including five chronographs. PreciDrive technology guarantees a record level of precision at +/- 10 seconds per year or 0.027 second per day.

BASELWORLD 2016 opening ceremony

The global launching pad of global trendsetting innovations and trends BASELWORLD 2016 opening ceremony

(03/2016) Baselworld 2016, the show that is universally acknowledged as the unique platform for the watch and jewellery industry, opened its doors today in the presence of Swiss Federal Councillor Simonetta Sommaruga.

Countdown to the one unmissable trendsetting show BASELWORLD 2016

Partner of watch and jewellery industry Countdown to the one unmissable trendsetting show BASELWORLD 2016

(03/2016) Baselworld 2016 is in the starting blocks poised for take-off. Anticipation rises as the one unmissable trendsetting show gets ready to capture the hearts and minds of the 150,000 attendees and 4,000 press representatives as well as consumers around the world.

Recruitment of Christian Leiggener as new Sales Manager International

Swiss graduate marketing manager Recruitment of Christian Leiggener as new Sales Manager International

(01/2016) With the recruitment of Christian Leiggener as new Sales Manager International, the Swiss watch manufacturer ARMIN STROM is strengthening its sales team since 15 January 2016. Christian Leiggener is a Swiss graduate marketing manager with a track record of more than 16 years international sales and marketing experience in the watch industry.

TAG Heuer signs the Red Bull Racing Formula 1 Team

Becoming Official Timekeeper and Official watch of the team TAG Heuer signs the Red Bull Racing Formula 1 Team

(12/2015) Jean-Claude Biver, CEO of TAG Heuer and President of the LVMH Watch Division, and Christian Horner, Team Principal of Red Bull Racing, are especially proud to announce today that TAG Heuer is becoming the Official Timekeeper, Official Watch, Team Performance Partner of Red Bull Racing.

MB&F – Genesis of a Concept Laboratory

10 years old, 11 calibres, countless highs, boundless creativity MB&F – Genesis of a Concept Laboratory

(12/2015) In 2015, MB&F celebrated its 10th anniversary – and what a decade it has been for the world’s first ever horological concept laboratory: 10 years of hyper-creativity; 11 remarkable calibres forming the base of the critically acclaimed Horological Machines and Legacy Machines for which MB&F has become renowned.

Ulysse Nardin announces Boutique Opening

Located in the heart of the Miami Design District Ulysse Nardin announces Boutique Opening

(11/2015) Renowned Swiss Watch Manufacturer Ulysse Nardin announces its newest monobrand boutique opening in Miami, Florida, at the end of November, 2015. Located in the heart of the Miami Design District at 140 NE 39th Street, the 1,000 square foot store features the entire scope of Ulysse Nardin’s collection, from its signature Marine Chronometers, to the coveted FreakLab, and all the latest in haute horlogerie.

Watch Manufacture Zenith celebrates 150 years!

A milestone worth celebrating! Watch Manufacture Zenith celebrates 150 years!

(09/2015) 150 years is One of the first industrial watch Manufactures in the modern sense of the term was born in a small Swiss village. To fully grasp the revolution such a company represented at the time, it is well worth trying to imagine the winter of 1864 in Le Locle, nestling in the Neuchâtel mountains.

The new trainee year has begun at A. Lange & Söhne

Start of a watchmaking career The new trainee year has begun at A. Lange & Söhne

(09/2015) Looking forward, the new manufactory building will be the workplace for the ten young women and eleven young men who have just embarked on their three-year training period at the Lange Watchmaking School.

“The Art of the Chronograph” Road Show arrives at Frankfurt Airport

Calibre 37 exhibition on display at the airport “The Art of the Chronograph” Road Show arrives at Frankfurt Airport

(08/2015) German watch manufacturer Glashütte Original is bringing its Calibre 37 road show to one of the world’s most important aviation hubs: The Frankfurt Airport. Fans of German engineering and Haute Horlogerie who travel from or via Frankfurt in the upcoming weeks, will have the chance to experience the Calibre 37 movement alongside the new chronograph models in the security zone of the airport.

Hublot is the official licensed watch partner

UEFA Champions League Hublot is the official licensed watch partner

(08/2015) Hublot, alongside UEFA today announced that after UEFA EURO 2012™ it is the “Official Licensed Watch” for the UEFA Champions League™ for the next three years. This new collaboration with the best of the best club football competition represents the accomplishment of the company’s sporting strategy regarding football.

Festive Graduation Ceremony at the “Alfred Helwig” School of Watchmaking

Newly qualified watchmakers and toolmakers receive diplomas Festive Graduation Ceremony at the “Alfred Helwig” School of Watchmaking

(07/2015) On Wednesday July 8, 2015, 13 young watchmakers received their graduation certificates from Yann Gamard, Managing Director of Glashütte Original, and Gunnar Müller, Head of the “Alfred Helwig“ School of Watchmaking. The two gentlemen also took pleasure in presenting two toolmakers with their diplomas, six months in advance of the scheduled conclusion of the students’ period of studies.

Winner’s medal for the NOMOS Store

Internet World Business Shop- Award 2015 Winner’s medal for the NOMOS Store

(03/2015) The online store of the renowned watchmaking company NOMOS Glashütte, known simply as the NOMOS Store, has placed second at the Internet World Business Shop-Award 2015. The prize, which was awarded during Europe’s leading ecommerce trade show, Internet World, recognizes the best online stores in Germany, Austria, and Switzerland.

Baselworld 2015 starts with 1,500 brands exhibiting and over 4,000 journalists

An indispensable platform for the industry Baselworld 2015 starts with 1,500 brands exhibiting and over 4,000 journalists

(03/2015) The undisputedly premier event that unites key players from all sectors of the global watch and jewellery industry under one roof, Baselworld 2015 opened its doors today in the presence of Swiss Federal Councillor Johann Schneider-Ammann. With 1,500 brands exhibiting and over 4,000 journalists from all over the world expected to attend, Baselworld 2015 will run from 19 to 26 March 2015.

New boutique in Moscow Ulysse Nardin unveils its second mono-brand boutique

(12/2014) A new chapter in the history of Ulysse Nardin in Russia began with the opening of the second monobrand boutique in Moscow. Situated in one of the most posh streets of the city, the new boutique will definitely become one of the most attractive places for the connoisseurs of the watchmaking art.

Special Exhibition opens with guests from all over Germany German Watch Museum Glashütte pays tribute to the Glashütte Supply System

(06/2014) June 5, 2014 saw the opening of a special exhibition at the German Watch Museum Glashütte, entitled “Glashütte Cottage Industry: A Flourishing Supply System”. More than eighty guests from the region’s political and business communities, representatives of the city of Glashütte and its watchmakers, witnesses to the history of watchmaking, lenders and watch connoisseurs from all over Germany followed the invitation of the museum.

Significant growth Zeitwinkel: successful international expansion

(04/2014) Zeitwinkel, the independent watch manufacturer from the Swiss Jura Mountains has always sought direct contact with customers in important export markets and has thus been able to show significant growth already for 2014.

Showing Swissness is at the heart of Tissot's identity Tissot presents new advertising campaign

(04/2014) In an exciting new global campaign, Tissot is getting back to basic and keeping its message clear and simple. Its Swiss heritage is emphasised in the Tissot logo that includes the "+" sign. It is not only the same as in the Swiss flag, symbolising quality, tradition and reliability but also represents the qualities you will find in Tissot watches, thanks to the brand’s 160 years of expertise.

Strong relationship ARMIN STROM and Marussia F1 Team

(03/2014) Watch manufacturer, ARMIN STROM, is pleased to announce the continuation of its collaboration with the Marussia F1 Team. ARMIN STROM will be acting as the official timing partner for the Anglo-Russian Formula 1 Team for a fourth consecutive season. 

Specialist in the Time and Frequency field ADVA Optical Networking acquires Oscilloquartz

(03/2014) The Swatch Group Ltd and ADVA Optical Networking SE today announced that ADVA Optical Networking SE has acquired all shares of Oscilloquartz Ltd., based in Neuchâtel, Switzerland. The acquisition is subject to customary closing conditions and is expected to close in early April 2014. Further terms of the acquisition have not been disclosed.

First ground broken at the new Hublot manufacture! Hublot invests 20 million CHF and creates 100 new posts

(03/2014) To meet its need for growth and continue the verticalisation of its production, Hublot is today starting the construction of a second large building which will more than double the surface area of its manufacture in Nyon. The first sod was turned today by Jean-Claude Biver, Chairman of Hublot and President of the LVMH Group's Watch Division, and Ricardo Guadalupe, CEO of Hublot.

Handmade in Switzerland Hublot is launching its sunglasses

(02/2014) Following on from the All Black skis developed with Zai, the carbon racing bike developed with BMC, the sledge made from wood, carbon and leather developed with ECAL, the soundboard developed with JMC Lutherie and the High Fidelity headphones developed with Monster, Hublot is now launching its sunglasses designed and developed in the same spirit: collaborate with the best to create a product which is different, unique and pioneering.

New model dedicated to Pelé Hublot opens its first boutique in Latin America

(02/2014) At 5th February 2014, the "Cidade Maravilhosa" – or marvellous city – of Rio de Janeiro was selected by Hublot for its first Latin American address. A natural choice, considering that the Brazilian FIFA World Cup will use Hublot as its official timekeeper.

A major step forward JEANRICHARD kicks-off partnership with Arsenal FC

(01/2014) The Swiss watchmaker JEANRICHARD becomes Global Partner as well as “Official Watch” of the emblematic London football club Arsenal FC of the English Premier League. This long-term partnership marks a major step forward for the newest oldest Swiss watch brand that is now going to play in the “Premier League” and for Arsenal that has a very strong global following.

The world’s leading performance monohull circuit Zenith is official timekeeper of the 52 Super Series

(01/2014) The 52 Super Series, the world’s leading performance monohull circuit, has appointed Swiss premium watch brand Zenith as official timekeeper following a new agreement in preparation for the first regatta of the 2014 season, Quantum Key West which started on Monday January 20th. The partnership is initially set to span three years.

Wirtschaftswoche Luxury Ranking A. Lange & Söhne remains Germany's leading luxury brand

(01/2014) The acclaimed watch brand from Saxony retains its standing as Germany’s leading luxury brand: For the fourth time in a row – after 2007, 2009, and 2011 –, A. Lange & Söhne tops the list of the “Wirtschaftswoche Luxury Ranking”. The roster of Germany’s 30 most eminent luxury brands is published by the business magazine every two years.

A new record of CHF 8 817 million Swatch Group sales grow 8.3 percent

(01/2014) With its 20 brands, the worldwide leader in the watch sector grew by a further 8.3%, generating record sales of CHF 8 817 million in 2013, despite the extremely adverse currency situation. The major growth factors were the strong brands and the extensive distribution and retail network.

A fire broke out in the galvanic department Fire at ETA in Grenchen put out

(01/2014) At Sunday the 29th of december 2013 at around 8:45 A.M. a fire broke out in the galvanic department of the main building of ETA Manufacture Horlogère in Grenchen. While the workshop has been entirely destroyed, nobody was harmed.

Oris is the Official Watch Partner Oris teams up with Audi Sport

(12/2013) Swiss watch manufacturer Oris is enlarging its presence in motorsports with a new global partnership with Audi Sport. Proud to be embarking on a three-year term, this new partnership secures Oris as the Official Watch Partner of this world-renowned premium car manufacturer's WEC and DTM teams.

Regrouping Of Watchmaking Activities Victorinox Swiss Army and Wenger

(10/2013) The Victorinox group has announced the regrouping of its watchmaking activities with Wenger, effective from 1st October this year, as well as the appointment of Alexandre Bennouna, aged 47, to the post of CEO of Wenger and Victorinox Swiss Army. The aim of this merger is to optimise the strategy of the two brands on markets, and to go further in meeting customer expectations.

A total of 28 apprentices begin three-year course at famed Alfred Helwig School Glashütte Original doubles number of apprentices

(08/2013) On Monday August 19, 2013, German watchmaker Glashütte Original welcomed 28 new apprentices to the start of their training at the “Alfred Helwig” School of Watchmaking. Of 28 apprentices, 24 will learn the profession of watchmaking and 4 will acquire the knowledge and skills necessary to become toolmakers.

To Salute the Majestic Runabouts Perfect partners: Frédérique Constant and The Riva Historical Society

(07/2013) Back in the Roaring Twenties, when the whole world seemed to be taking part in a decade-long party, the beautiful bodies that turned heads on the planet’s finest beaches didn’t belong to movie stars.  They were the gleaming, hand polished, wooden-hulled and chrome-bedecked boats known as Runabouts.

Corum affirms its position on the market of the Americas Corum opens a new flagship store in Miami

(06/2013) In Miami, at the Aventura Mall, CORUM opens a new flagship store in North America. As the second most important market for the brand, the Americas have grown steadily and constantly for the past few years. With the development of the Latin American market, Miami has thus become a strategic location for the brand.

F. A. Lange Watchmaking Excellence Award Competition of eight young watchmakers from international watchmaking schools

(06/2013) For the fourth time, A. Lange & Söhne invited young watchmaking talents from all over the world to enter the competition that was established in honor of Ferdinand A. Lange, the founder of fine watchmaking in Saxony. Eight young men from watchmaking schools in Germany, Austria, Japan, Denmark, Finland, France and the Netherlands have qualified for participation.

A shared passion for fine detail New partners: ARMIN STROM & TECHART

(05/2013) The ARMIN STROM Watch Manufacture is delighted to be collaborating with a new partner and renowned presence in the world of exceptional manufacturers.

Technology of the future at A. Lange & Söhne New manufactory building to have innovative geothermal heating

(05/2013) Construction operations are in progress at A. Lange & Söhne. A new building will be opened two years from now. Excavation work is complete, and the first building phase has begun. Drilling of boreholes for the extraction of geothermal heat started in early April, as the new manufactory will be heated by means of this environmentally friendly technology that extracts heat generated naturally in the Earth's crust.

The World Watch and Jewellery Show BASELWORLD 2013: Federal Councillor Widmer-Schlumpf opening the new fair

(04/2013) The completely redesigned BASELWORLD Watch and Jewellery Show is running from April 25 to May 2, 2013 in Basel. Federal Councillor Eveline Widmer-Schlumpf will be ceremonially opening the show. For the first time, BASELWORLD is being staged in the new hall complex designed by architects Herzog & de Meuron.

Preview BASELWORLD 2013 Zenith: New marketing campaign, new online presence and new booth

(04/2013) Having restated its values, Zenith can assert its brand identity: authentic, high-end, passionate and free-spirited. All these are descriptions that bespeak excellence and attitude, words that imply high standards and technical quality, but also emotion, and that are being translated into a new international marketing campaign, a new online presence, and a new booth at Baselworld 2013.

More than 20 years of experience Jan Edöcs takes over operational management at Hanhart

(04/2013) Starting immediately Jan Edöcs will assume responsibility for operations at Hanhart. He will also continue to be a senior partner at the business and financial consulting group Consalve AG, whose services Hanhart already employed in the past. The 42-year-old Edöcs has more than 20 years' experience in the watch industry (Omega, Swatch Ltd., Versace, Milus International SA) and has proven experience in business management.

Preview BASELWORLD 2013 License cooperation: FC Bayern München / MADISON NEW YORK

(03/2013) The sportiest Candy Time of all times is on its way! MADISON NEW YORK and FC Bayern München start an exclusive license cooperation. With four new models this special edition of the famous Candy Time by MADISON NEW YORK Collection – already successful in over 50 countries worldwide – goes on sale in November.

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