FIA GT1 World Championship

Blancpain hits the Spa-Francorchamps track

(08/2010) It’s an eventful, action-packed weekend for Blancpain on Belgium’s legendary Spa-Francorchamps track. Marc A. Hayek, President & CEO of the prestigious watch brand, not only achieved good results in the fourth leg of the Lamborghini Blancpain´Super Trofeo, but is also taking part at this very moment and for the very first time in the famous 24 Hours of Spa endurance race. Moreover, in the fifth leg of the FIA GT1 World Championship, the Manufacture from Le Brassus lined up two Lamborghini Murciélagos and handled the official timing of the competition as the exclusive watch partner of this championship.

Three World Records

Three World Records: Maurice Lacroix Bering Strait Expedition Started

(07/2010) A team of adventurers with the motto of "Follow Your Convictions" has set out to cross the Bering Strait by kiteboard, setting three world records in the process.

Highest precision and finest technical know-how

GP2 Race Driver Fabio Leimer visits CERTINA in Le Locle

(07/2010) Brand ambassador and GP2 ace driver Fabio Leimer paid a special first visit to his Swiss sportwatch brand and sponsor CERTINA, on July 14 in Le Locle. With his managers, and friend Rolf Biland (seven-times sidecar motorcycling world champion), Fabio came to meet the full dynamic team behind the exciting timepieces, and enjoy an inside tour of the cutting-edge CERTINA facilities. He was very impressed, and noted that in motorsports, as in watchmaking, success rides on the highest precision, finest technical know-how and continuous innovation.

Know-how, artistic passion and empathy

Quincy Jones visits the Manufacture Audemars Piguet

(07/2010) On the eve of the traditional Swiss watch industry vacation, a very special guest and above all a longtime friend came to salute the remarkable work of the watchmakers in the Manufacture Audemars Piguet. During his visit, the legendary multi-talented artist, trumpeter, composer and producer Quincy Jones, discovered the manufacturing secrets of Audemars Piguet timepieces and in particular those of the watch bearing his name, the Millenary Quincy Jones, which was presented at the SIHH 2010.

Special appearance at the OMEGA Boutique on Fifth Avenue

OMEGA and the 35th Anniversary of the Apollo-Soyuz Test Project Mission

(07/2010) The 35th anniversary of this historic handshake in space is commemorated with the release of the OMEGA Speedmaster Professional Apollo-Soyuz “35th Anniversary” chronograph in a limited edition of 1,975 watches, featuring a meteorite dial and engraved case back. The astronauts and cosmonauts signed and donated 10 limited edition OMEGA Speedmaster Professional Apollo-Soyuz “35th Anniversary” chronograph boxes to commemorate the mission’s historic anniversary and participated in a special forum discussion, moderated by space expert Miles O’Brien, sharing their memories of their famous mission and landmark “handshake in space.”

100’000 US$ for the Usain Bolt Foundation

Usain Bolt raced in a charity event in front of the Hublot manufacture

(07/2010) Usain Bolt today took part in a charity race organised by Hublot, for whom he is the "fastest ambassador in the world"! He was racing against 10 young athletes from the region, whose aim was to reach the finish line before him, with Hublot agreeing to pay US,000 to the Usain Bolt Foundation for every child who crossed the line before the "Lightning Bolt". His sprint in front of the Hublot manufacture, and above all the children's motivation, raised the sum of 100'000 US$.

Parc de Bagatelle in Paris

Passion for the sport: Hublot Open de Paris

(07/2010) The 116th Open de Paris took place this weekend at the Parc de Bagatelle in Paris. For the first time in its history, the Polo Club de Paris agreed to name this prestigious tournament after its sponsor: the "Hublot Open de Paris". The polo ground was the venue for a contest between teams each with a total handicap of 10. "Sainte Mesme" triumphed on Sunday afternoon, beating "La Herencia" in a spectacular and hard-fought match.

The face of Jaeger LeCoultre in Russia

Russian actress Ksenia Alferova wears the Reverso Squadra Lady Duetto

(07/2010) Russian actress Ksenia Alfyorova became the new ambassador of Jaeger-LeCoultre in Russia. Ksenia was born into a family of famous Russian actors – Irina Alfyorova and Alexander Abdulov. She has acted in series like “Moscow’s windows”, as well appeared in American director John Daly’s film "The Petersburg-Cannes Express”.

July 3, 2010 at Kursaal in Bern

Commemorative ceremony for Nicolas G. Hayek

(06/2010) On Saturday, July 3, 2010, at 2 p.m., a public commemorative ceremony will be held at Kursaal, Kornhausstrasse 3, 3013 Bern (Switzerland), Arena room. Guests are welcome to attend. Instead of flowers, may we ask those persons who wish to commemorate Mr. Hayek to make a donation to “Médecins sans frontières” in Geneva.

8’000 spectators

DeWitt is Official Timekeeper of the Queen’s Cup

(06/2010) Blue sky, refreshing little breeze and the beautifully prepared polo field of Smith’s Lawn. On Sunday (June 13) and for DeWitt’s first major event as “Official Timekeeper” of the Guards Polo Club, the setting at Windsor Great Park was just perfect for the Grand Finale of the mythical Queen’s Cup. On that occasion, Jérôme de Witt had the privilege of presenting to H.M The Queen a special commemorative Dame de Pressy watch.

The FORTIS B-42 Marinemaster Chronograph

Fortis: Dresden-Breslau Rallye 2010 starts

(06/2010) The biggest Off-road and 4-wheels motorsports event for professionals and amateurs in Europe takes place for the 16th time. The track will be more than 1500 kilometers long, a tough test for cars, humans and material. Joining this adventure: the FORTIS Off-road Team 4x4 in the Land Rover Defender and the Discovery.

Aston Martin claims sixth place

Jaeger-LeCoultre: Official Timekeeping Partner of Aston Martin Racing

(06/2010) The 2010 edition of Le Mans 24 Hours thrilled both motor sports enthusiasts and fine watchmaking devotees. As expected, the diesel-powered cars enjoyed a margin of superiority, but Aston Martin Racing fulfilled its mission of being the first LMP1 petrol car home.

Official partner and timekeeper

CSIO Schweiz and Longines extended their cooperation contract until 2013

(06/2010) The 2010 CSIO Schweiz in St. Gallen last weekend once again proved to be a thrilling show-jumping spectacular. Under a sunny sky, the enthusiastic crowd was treated to many memorable performances and nail-biting competition. Longines, which was the official partner and timekeeper for the ninth year running, also used this renowned event to launch its new exhibition “Longines – Maker of Column-Wheel Chronographs since 1878”, which showcases select timepieces that reflect the rich history of the renowned watchmaker from Saint-Imier.

Asian star Chi Ling Lin attended Royal Ascot

Longines: Official timekeeper for the races at Ascot

(06/2010) For the fourth consecutive year, Longines has had the singular honour of being official timekeeper for the races at Ascot which includes the prestigious Royal Ascot week. The famous Swiss watchmaker whose slogan is “Elegance is an attitude” is also one of the sponsors of the Royal Ascot Fashion Show, which is held in the Bessborough restaurant.

Proceeds will benefit women’s shelters and recovery programs

Nicole Kidman and OMEGA support UNIFEM in Haiti

(06/2010) When Academy Award®-winning actress and humanitarian Nicole Kidman visited Hong Kong in May, she took part in some high-profile activities in support of the United Nations Fund for Women (UNIFEM), arranged in cooperation with OMEGA. It wasn’t the first time OMEGA and Nicole Kidman had worked together on behalf of UNIFEM, an organization for which she is goodwill ambassador.