A constant stimulus for intercultural dialogue A. Lange & Söhne supports the Salzburg Whitsun Festival in the fifth year

(06/2011) A. Lange & Söhne has assisted in the realisation of an opera production at the Salzburg Whitsun Festival for the past five years. This year it was Saverio Mercadante's opera “I due Figaro”, which has celebrated its premiere on 10 June 2011 under the direction of Riccardo Muti and his “Orchestra Giovanile Luigi Cherubini”. Lange decided in 2006 to support the new artistic concept for the Whitsun Festival, which focuses on the revival of forgotten masterpieces of the Neapolitan School. This collaboration is based on shared values, in particular a passion for perfection and respect for the craftsmanship without which even the best artistic concepts cannot be implemented.

The 2011 IAAF Samsung Diamond League Tyson Gay visited the OMEGA Flagship Boutique on Fifth Avenue in New York City

(06/2011) Gay helped OMEGA celebrate its role as the Official Timekeeper of the 2011 IAAF Samsung Diamond League and made a special presentation on Wednesday, donating his personal OMEGA Seamaster Aqua Terra to the “Ambassador Collection Series” of autographed watches, joining fellow OMEGA Ambassadors Michael Phelps, Nicole Kidman, Sergio Garcia and Buzz Aldrin as part of display at the Flagship Boutique.

Only Watch 2011 Charity Auction DEWITT - X Watch: Reversible is not enough!

(06/2011) Montres DeWitt is honoured to have been invited to participate in the Only Watch 2011 Charity Auction in favour of research programmes on the Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD), to be held in Monaco on September 22 under the high patronage and in presence of S.A.S. Le Prince Albert II of Monaco. After a first participation in 2005 and, in 2007, the presentation of the WX-1 (concept watch no 1), an exceptionally complicated horological piece of art, DeWitt is presenting this year yet another masterpiece: the X-Watch.

A unique piece for Only Watch 2011 CHOPARD - DLC Titanium L.U.C Engine One Tourbillon

(06/2011) It has distinctive character, undeniable power and represents a deliberate break with traditional watch design principles. A unique piece designed for Only Watch 2011, the Only Watch L.U.C Engine One Tourbillon is powered by an exceptional “motor”, proprietary L.U.C Calibre 1TRM.  Machined like an engine block and mounted on silent-blocks, this mechanical hand-wound tourbillon movement was designed, developed and produced at Chopard Manufacture.

2011 Only Watch Auction The one and unique piece: Patek Philippe Stainless Steel Minute Repeater model, Ref. 3939

(06/2011) A unique Patek Philippe Stainless Steel Minute Repeater model, Ref. 3939, will be auctioned on September 22nd, 2011 at 4 p.m. in Monaco to fund medical research for the Duchenne Muscular Distrophy. To support Only Watch 2011 Patek Philippe created for the first time a Stainless Steel Minute Repeater timepiece with a black enamel dial based on the emblematic Ref. 3939 model. The Only Watch 2011 special stainless steel model Ref. 3939 is and will remain the one and unique piece ever produced by Patek Philippe Geneva.

Gala dinner in the Château de Chantilly Prix de Diane Longines: A weekend tinged with elegance

(06/2011) For the first time this year, the Swiss watch brand Longines had the privilege of being the title partner in the Prix de Diane Longines. The day of June 12 was full of elegance and prestige and Maxime Guyon riding Golden Lilac won the Prix de Diane Longines. Both trainer André Fabre and French jockey Maxime Guyon achieved a fantastic performance by winning 4 Group races 4 courses during the afternoon.

9 June to 11 June 2011 in Cannes, France Jaeger-LeCoultre presents the Global Champions Tour in France

(06/2011) Jaeger-LeCoultre was present at the traditional Jumping International de Cannes, as an official partner of the Global Champions Tour, the world’s most prestigious international show-jumping circuit. This year’s event was even more emblematic, as the Jumping de Cannes was marking its 30th anniversary. A success that continues unabated, judging by the hundreds of additional spectators: the Hespérides had never seen such crowds.

Despite Stop and Go Penalty Podium and Lead in the Championship for Marc A. Hayek

(06/2011) The third round of the ADAC GT Masters took place in Belgium at the Circuit Zolder last weekend. 34 dream sports cars competed at the 4,000 m (2.5 miles) long former Formula 1 track. Swiss Marc A. Hayek races in a Team Reiter Engineering Lamborghini Gallardo LP600+ with starting number #24 this season. He shares the Italian racing car with experienced Dutch pilot Peter Kox and competes in the amateur class of the ADAC GT Masters series.

Only Watch 2011 URWERK presents the UR-103 Phoenix for charity auction

(06/2011) The human body has to be one of the most beautiful machines that there is. But like any fine-tuned piece of machinery, it is not without failings that can sometimes carry painful consequences, such as the devastating effects of Duchenne muscular dystrophy. The doctors and researchers whose sterling work has helped to improve the lives of so many sufferers of this genetic disorder have shown an extraordinary determination in their medical quest.

Time has always fascinated me Frédérique Constant: Miss Earth Nicole Faria is new Brand Ambassador

(06/2011) Frédérique Constant, the independent family owned watch manufacturer based in Plan-les-Ouates, Geneva, has signed Miss Earth Nicole Faria as global Brand Ambassador. Frédérique Constant hereby also seals its association with conservation and environmental projects in India as Nicole Faria is actively involved with earth-related initiatives. Frédérique Constant announced this partnership in Mumbai where it presented the stunning Nicole Faria a special Chocolate Double Heart Beat watch to commence their association.

Exhibition match featuring two tennis legends Jim Courier receives the Longines Prize for Elegance from Andre Agassi

(06/2011) After a morning packed with emotion and culminating in an exhibition match featuring two tennis legends and two future tennis aces, Longines gave a charity dinner on Saturday evening in aid of the foundations run by its two ambassadors of elegance, Andre Agassi and Stefanie Graf. Among the many guests at the Petit Palais, Jim Courier, Andre Agassi and Mary Pierce – all former Roland-Garros champions – as well as Pat Cash represented the world of tennis.

Official partner and timekeeper for the French Open Longines strengthens its support to the young tennis talents

(06/2011) In line with the values it has always upheld, Longines, official partner and timekeeper for the French Open, strengthens its support to the young tennis talents. The famous Swiss watchmaker is looking to the future by organising the Longines Future Tennis Aces, a tournament aimed at promoting sport and encouraging the values of respect, fair play and tolerance which it holds dear.

A perfect combination of elegance, excellence and strength Leo Messi confirms his status as the world’s greatest football player

(06/2011) Audemars Piguet ambassador Leo Messi expressed the full force of his formidable talent in the Champions League final on Saturday May 28th 2011. The UEFA quite logically named him Man of the Match, given the spectacular display provided by the Argentinean champion who shone like a supernova among the 22 stars that sparkled on London’s Wembley pitch.

June 2 to June 5, 2011 in Hamburg, Germany Jaeger-LeCoultre presents the Global Champions Tour in Germany

(06/2011) Since last year, Jaeger-LeCoultre is the official partner of the Global Champions Tour, the most recognised series in horse jumping worldwide. From June 2 to June 5, Jaeger-LeCoultre presents the Global Champions Tour in Hamburg, where the Deutsches Derby takes place. More than 10.000 spectators are expected to hold their breath for the riders.

Elegance and precision in Rome among celebrities and horse-goers Longines and the 79th CSIO Piazza di Siena

(05/2011) The famous Swiss watchmaker Longines, involved in equestrian sports for many years, was anew official partner and timekeeper of the 79th CSIO Piazza di Siena, which took place from 26 to 29 of May. Since the early days of its involvement in this field, the brand is proud to have taken part in over one hundred national and international equestrian events and to have been responsible for timing many competitions such as world championships, European championships and various other events organised by the CSIO and the Arab Equestrian League.

For the second consecutive year Jaeger-LeCoultre partners with Global Champions Tour

(05/2011) The Global Champions Tour (“GCT”), the most prestigious championship in show jumping today, is proud to announce that Jaeger-LeCoultre will be the official partner and time keeper of the Tour for the next seasons. From the entrance arch to the main playground, Jaeger-LeCoultre will be present on the main areas of the competitions. During the events, guests will be welcomed in the VIP area, where they will attend a beautiful spectacular and also discover the latest timepieces from La Grande Maison.

Unforgettable blend of music and high fashion Passion Ball 2011 presented by Audemars Piguet

(05/2011) Food from the Heart held its highly anticipated annual Passion Ball fund raiser at The St. Regis on 7th May 2011. Audemars Piguet is pleased to confirm that S0, 000 has been raised to help the needy in Singapore. Passion Ball promised an elegant and memorable affair by celebrating timeless passion and charm, zest and pep, and continuing support for the Food from the Heart foundation.

Marmara Sailing Club in Istanbul CORUM is Official Timekeeper of the Bosphorus Cup in Turkey

(05/2011) More than 80 IRC boats have crossed the departure line today of the shop&miles Bosphorus Cup on the Marmara Sea. As the Official Timekeeper of this spectacular race, CORUM offers an Admiral’s Cup Challenger 44 GMT watch to the winner and associates one of its Turkish retailers – Fancy in Istanbul - with the event.

The 2 Million Euro’s BB unique piece Hublot bring a sparkle to the F1 Grand Prix of Monaco

(05/2011) Thursday 26 of May 2011, in the paddock of the most glamorous Grand Prix of the F1™ season, Mr Bernie Ecclestone, President of Formula One Management joins Mrs Tina Zegg from ZEGG & CERLATI for the presentation of one of the most expensive jewellery timepieces ever created, the spectacular 2 Million Euro’s BB.

The prize will be awarded by Günter Wiegand Sir Simon Rattle receives the Glashütte Original Music Festival Prize

(05/2011) The Dresden Music Festival and the watch manufactory Glashütte Original have announced the winner of this year’s Glashütte Original MusicFestivalAward. The prize, worth 25,000 Euro, goes to the Berlin Philharmonic and its chief conductor Sir Simon Rattle. The famous ensemble will be heard on 3rd June at the Semper Opera with Gustav Mahler’s Sixth Symphony. Prior to the concert, the prize will be awarded by the Managing Director of Glashütte Original, Günter Wiegand.

Trainees from the Lange Watchmaking School have remarkable success Rabea Sethmacher wins Swiss competition for young watchmakers

(05/2011) The original and functional stopseconds design of Lange trainee Rabea Sethmacher (22) came away with first prize in the Swiss competition for young watchmakers, the "Concours de l’Institut d’Horlogerie Cartier 2011" (IHC) on 7 May 2011 in Neuchâtel. The winner can now look forward to her prize – a one-week trip to New York.

No one could do it better! OMEGA and Yann Arthus-Bertrand to collaborate on film

(05/2011) At an event on the Italian island of Capri held on the 19th of May, OMEGA announced its collaboration with Yann Arthus-Bertrand to create a film about the Earth's oceans, serving to remind viewers of these natural beauties that cover two-thirds of the planet's surface and to raise awareness of what can be done to protect them.

La Biennale di Venezia 68th Venice International Film Festival Al Pacino and Jaeger-LeCoultre Glory to the Filmmaker Award

(05/2011) The legendary American actor and director Al Pacino is the beneficiary of the Jaeger-Le Coultre Glory to the Filmmaker 2011 Award, a prize of the Biennale di Venezia (Venice International Film Festival), created in collaboration with Jaeger-LeCoultre, and dedicated to an artist who has left an original mark on contemporary cinema.

Longines is official timekeeper The Prix de Diane Longines promotes the art of elegance

(05/2011) Elegant picnics on lush green lawns, beautiful women wearing exquisite hats: the Prix de Diane Longines is an essential date in the calendar of elegance. And at the same time it is one of the most prestigious and popular dates in the calendar of flat racing. The racecourse at the magnificent Château de Chantilly will provide an ideal backdrop for Longines to illustrate the qualities of style and elegance that it promotes. In the same vein, the brand will be presenting a prize to the most elegant woman in its “Mademoiselle Diane par Longines” competition, to be held on Sunday, 12 June.

The Sochi 2014 Olympic Winter Games OMEGA has unveiled Countdown Clock

(05/2011) The clock's design is intended to capture and reflect the spirit of a dynamic and diverse region which is defined as much by its history and tradition as by its contemporary outlook. The clock's size, shape and colours communicate the contrasting landscape in Sochi which features both majestic mountains and the Black Sea. Other design elements include bold imagery that integrates designs that represent the country's cultural and artistic history.

World Press Photo Awards Ceremony in Amsterdam Maurice Lacroix handed over 20.000 Euro grant

(05/2011) Maurice Lacroix handed over the “Follow your convictions” grant, worth 20.000 Euro, at the World Press Photo Awards Ceremony in Amsterdam on May 7th for the first time. Winner of the grant is Italian photographer Davide Monteleone for his story proposal “Reversed See”. With this grant, the production of this story will be supported and further exploited. Maurice Lacroix is the official watch partner of the prestigious World Press Photo Awards Ceremony.

A glamorous evening event IWC Schaffhausen meets up with the stars in Cannes

(05/2011) As part of this year’s Cannes Film Festival, the Swiss watch manufacturer IWC Schaffhausen invited a number of guests to a glamorous evening event. Alongside Matthew Fox and Boris Becker, both Friends of the Brand, Swiss film producer Arthur Cohn honoured us with his appearance. Supertramp’s former singer Roger Hodgson entertained guests with his own unique brand of vocals.

From 10 May to 5 July, 2011 Jaeger-LeCoultre, sponsor of the Cannes fait le mur photography exhibition

(05/2011) On the occasion of the 64th Cannes International Film Festival, and for the second consecutive year, Jaeger-LeCoultre, already firmly established in the world of cinematography and photography, is sponsoring the “Cannes fait le mur” photography exhibition in partnership with the Contour by Getty Images photo agency.

Commitment to excellence, skilled technique and unwavering generosity Audemars Piguet announces LeBron James as new global brand ambassador

(04/2011) Audemars Piguet announces the appointment of NBA basketball player LeBron James as the new global brand ambassador. Audemars Piguet, the world's oldest watch manufacturer still in the hands of its founding families has chosen LeBron for his commitment to excellence, skilled technique and unwavering generosity - values shared by these two legends.

£16'208 was the winning bid in the online Auction Jaeger-LeCoultre will donate the entire proceeds to aid UNESCO

(04/2011) From 18th to 21st April, 2011, Jaeger-LeCoultre launched its third online Auction for the preservation of marine World Heritage sites. The Manufacture offered for Auction a limited-series watch in tribute to the legend of diver’s watches: the Prototype N° 1 of the Memovox Tribute to Deep Sea, "LeCoultre Spécial Amérique 1959" commemorative edition.

World Class Sailors Tackle the Globe Jean-Pierre Dick and Loïck Peyron on Virbac-Paprec 3 win the Barcelona World Race

(04/2011) Monday, April 4th, 2011 at 12hrs, 20mins, and 36sec, Virbac-Paprec 3 crosses the finish line of the Barcelona World Race and arrives opposite Hotel W in the Port of Barcelona. Jean-Pierre Dick and Loïck Peyron, Corum ambassador, began their journey on December 31st, 2010. Leading virtually the entire race, the pair sailed from Barcelona to Barcelona in 93 days, 22hrs, 20mins and 36sec. The course passed via the three capes: Good Hope, Leeuwin and Horn – as well as the Cook Strait, putting Antarctica to starboard.

40 VIP guests and more than 10 supercar owners Motor Racing Legend Michael Schumacher Makes China Debut For Audemars Piguet

(04/2011) Swiss luxury watchmaking brand Audemars Piguet presented its new Icon, motor racing legend Michael Schumacher at a series of events in Shanghai. Seven-time Formula One World Champion Michael Schumacher flew into Shanghai, making his first appearance for the brand in the Asia Pacific region.

Official timekeeper and sponsor The Tour Auto 2011: Congratulations to the Audemars Piguet teams

(04/2011) On Saturday, April 16th, the 20th edition of the Tour Auto ended on a high note on the shores of the Atlantic. Audemars Piguet was official timekeeper and sponsor, and was also actively involved in the race, with six cars enrolled: four in the regularity rally and two in the main competition. All arrived successfully in Biarritz, the final destination for this year's race, after a sunny five-day adventure through Poitiers, Objat, Bordeaux and Pau.

OMEGA Seamaster Aqua Terra Annual Calendar for a hole-in-one OMEGA is Official timekeeper for the Maybank Malaysian Open 2011

(04/2011) OMEGA is one of the few watch brands in the world with a history and tradition that can compete with that of the noble sport of golf. Founded in 1848, twelve years before the first-ever British Open took place at Prestwick Golf Club near Glasgow; OMEGA’s involvement in international golf today includes tour and tournament sponsorship as well as official timekeeping.

CEO of Ulysse Nardin Rolf W. Schnyder has unexpectedly passed on

(04/2011) Rolf W. Schnyder, CEO of the Swiss watch manufacturer Ulysse Nardin, has unexpectedly passed away on 14th April 2011 after a short illness. With the passing of Rolf W. Schnyder, the watchmaking industry has lost one of its greatest visionaries, while Ulysse Nardin has lost an important source of innovation for the firm.

Bid for a cause and own a commemorative edition Online Auction of the Memovox Tribute to Deep Sea

(04/2011) From 18th to 21st April, 2011, Jaeger-LeCoultre launches its third online Auction for the preservation of marine World Heritage sites. This year, the Manufacture is offering for Auction a limited-series watch in tribute to the legend of diver’s watches: the Prototype N° 1 of the Memovox Tribute to Deep Sea, “LeCoultre Spécial Amérique 1959” commemorative edition.

Looking for the champions of tomorrow Longines Future Tennis Aces 2011

(04/2011) As official partner for Roland Garros, Longines is looking for the champions of tomorrow through its Longines Future Tennis Aces tournament. This year, 16 boys will do their best to qualify for the final and to be lucky enough to take part in an exhibition match with two tennis legends, Andre Agassi and Jim Courier, both former winners at Roland Garros.

Invitation only Event Lebron James is new Audemars Piguet brand ambassador

(04/2011) Miami Beach, Florida (Saturday, April 9, 2011) - Joining celebrated two-time NBA Most Valuable Player LeBron James was Philippe Merk, CEO of Audemars Piguet and Francois-Henry Bennahmias, President of AP North America as well as other notable guests including Miami Heat’s Chris Bosh and Juwan Howard as well as Craig David and former New York Mets Mike Piazza.

One of the seven events of the ISAF Sailing World Cup Ben Ainslie is the winner of the Trofeo Princesa

(04/2011) Competing for the Olympic Games in 2012, Ben Ainslie – Corum ambassador – wins the Trofeo Princesa Sofia MAPFRE in Palma, one of the seven events of the ISAF Sailing World Cup. No less than 85 boats were facing each other in Mallorca in the Finn category. Winner of the Sail Melbourne in Australia in December, and second at the Rolex Miami ORC in United States, end of January, Ben went into Princesa Sofia in first place of the series but closely followed by his main British challenger, Giles Scott.

Great atmosphere for celebrations Crans-Montana and Hublot celebrate 100 years since the first ski race!

(04/2011) The celebration of the first serious downhill ski race at Crans-Montana, under the patronage of Hublot and the six communes of the Haut-Plateau, took place this Sunday, 3 April, in radiant sunshine, and was a great success. 60 teams (of 3, 4 or 5 people) - 266 highly motivated participants - took part in the Anniversary celebrations in honour of the pioneers of skiing.

BASELNEWS 2011 OMEGA and Daniel Craig team up to support ORBIS’ mission

(03/2011) OMEGA will work in cooperation with actor and brand ambassador Daniel Craig to support ORBIS International’s flying hospital in its fight against preventable blindness. Daniel Craig is making plans to join ORBIS on some of its flights in 2011.

BASELNEWS 2011 ARMIN Racing: Watches from Bienne for Formula 1

(03/2011) On 27 March 2011, at the same time as Baselworld this year, the new Formula 1 season kicks off with the Australian Grand Prix in Melbourne - and for the first time Armin Strom will be involved. The Russian-British Marussia Virgin Racing team, in its second F1 season, has selected the Bienne Manufacture as its "Official Timing Partner".

The 2010 World Cup Champions An Audemars Piguet becomes the offical gift of the Royal Spanish Football Federation

(03/2011) On March 22nd 2011, in the prestigious Chocròn jeweller’s in Madrid, the Royal Spanish Football Federation presented the official gift – a watch made by Swiss manufacturer Audemars Piguet – to the players of the Spanish football team that won the 2010 World Cup held in South Africa. The model bearing reference 2633OR, is a selfwinding Royal Oak Day Date in pink gold fitted with a brown alligator leather strap.

Fundraising for the Laquintinie Pediatric Hospital in Cameroon Audemars Piguet supports the Samuel Eto’o Private Foundation

(03/2011) Cameroonese soccer player Samuel Eto’o organised a charity gala evening for his private foundation on March 19th at the Visionnaire club in Milan, in order to raise funds for the Laquintinie Pediatric Hospital in Cameroon. Audemars Piguet donated a Royal Oak Offshore Jarno Trulli Limited Edition watch that was auctioned for 32,000 euros. Several objects were gifted by international sports stars, including Valentino Rossi’s motorbike helmet, Usain Bolt’s running shoes, the Inter Milan soccer jersey worn by Samuel Eto’o during the final of the UEFA Champions League, and many others.

New brand ambassador OMEGA welcomes world champion heptathlete Jessica Ennis

(03/2011) OMEGA has announced that heptathlete Jessica Ennis has joined its family of brand ambassadors. The 25-year-old British sports star is one of the dominant athletes of her generation having won the World and European Championships in the heptathlon as well as a World Indoor Championship in pentathlon. She will make her first appearance on behalf of the brand when the OMEGA Countdown Clock is unveiled in Trafalgar Square on 14th March. The date will mark 500 days to go before the start of the Games.

Brand Ambassador and Supermodel Cindy Crawford in Shanghai OMEGA Celebrates the Constellation Luxury Edition

(03/2011) Swiss luxury watchmaker OMEGA celebrated the Constellation Luxury Edition at an evening gala held at “Bubble” – Shanghai Port International Cruise Terminal – located at the shore of Huangpu River in Shanghai, China’s fashion capital, with supermodel Cindy Crawford, who has been an OMEGA brand ambassador since 1995.

Audemars Piguet Queen Elizabeth II Cup 2011 100-piece limited edition: Royal Oak Limited Edition Wristwatch

(03/2011) Above and beyond the first impression of technical beauty and sophistication, the Audemars Piguet Queen Elizabeth II Cup 2011 Royal Oak wristwatch sparks natural curiosity. The watch is issued in a 100-piece limited edition that represents exceptional quality of the timepieces and the uniqueness of the international race in the equine calendar. An intriguing notion that is sure to satisfy the interest of the most discerning aesthetes and connoisseurs!

The Art of watchmaking Exhibition in Prague Jaeger-LeCoultre is presenting La Grande Maison

(02/2011) At the occasion of 600 years Anniversary of the Prague Astronomical Clock, the world exhibition "The Art of watchmaking" is held from February, 5th to March 29th, 2011. This exhibition is taking place in the Cross Hall and Knight's Hall of the Prague Old Town Hall. It is divided into three parts, the first one focuses on Prague´s Astronomical Clock, the second on Czech watchmaking and the third one on the famous Swiss and German manufacturers.

Art and Technik of high-end German watchmaking Glashütte Original Celebrates Successful Partnership with the Berlinale 2011

(02/2011) The curtain came down on the 61st Berlin International Film Festival this weekend, bringing to a close ten days of movie madness in Berlin. As red carpets were rolled up across the city, Glashütte Original looked back on a very successful debut experience as Co-Partner of Germany’s premiere cultural event. From opening night to the awards ceremony, the Glashütte Original VIP Lounge and Showroom saw a constant stream of some 500 visitors a day. Among the VIPs who took Europe’s fastest lift to the top of the Kollhoff Tower at Potsdamer Platz 1 were German President Christian Wulff, Berlinale Director Dieter Kosslick and a number of the world’s most prominent directors, stars and film crews.

Spectacular Slam-Dunk for Hublot Miami HEAT’s Dwyane Wade to Serve as New Hublot Ambassador

(02/2011) Swiss luxury watch brand Hublot announced a partnership with basketball all-star Dwyane Wade of the NBA’s Miami HEAT. NBA Champion, NBA Finals MVP, Olympic Gold Medalist, seven-time NBA All-Star and pioneering fund raiser for children’s charities, Wade’s collaboration with Hublot represents a strengthening of the brand’s ties to professional athletics and in particular, basketball, a sport that to no small degree has become a global phenomenon thanks to the talent, passion and drive of its most celebrated players.

Premieres of Unknown at Berlin and Los Angeles Diane Kruger wearing Jaeger-LeCoultre

(02/2011) Internationally renowned German actress Diane Kruger is the feminine face of Jaeger-LeCoultre since 2008. She has a longstanding attachment to the Brand, ever since the day when her mother offered her a Reverso for her 18th birthday. She wore Jaeger-LeCoultre timepieces at the Los Angeles and the 61st Berlin Film Festival premiere of Unknown, the latest film in which she stars alongside famous actors Liam Neeson and January Jones.

At the 61st Berlin International Film Festival premiere of Unknown, on February 18th, 2011, Diane Kruger played her role to perfection as the face of the new Jaeger-LeCoultre Grande Reverso Lady Ultra Thin. This festival is one of the most important dates in the international film industry’s calendar and annually hosts more than 19,000 film professionals from 128 countries, including about 4,000 journalists.

A couple of days earlier, for the Los Angeles premjere of Unknown on February 16th, Diane Kruger wore her Jaeger-LeCoultre Joaillerie 101 Art Deco watch in white gold set with 180 diamonds. The Jaeger-LeCoultre movement powering this masterpiece contains 98 components and weighs barely one gram. It is the world’s smallest mechanical movement since 1929. She was accompanied by her boyfriend Joshua Jackson, who wore the Jaeger-LeCoultre Master Ultra Thin manually-wound watch with a pink gold case.

Enormous presence in golf in Asia OMEGA welcomes golfer Seung-Yul Noh as ambassador

(02/2011) OMEGA has announced the signing of one of golf’s most compelling young talents. Korean golfer S. Y. Noh is joining golfing greats Greg Norman, Sergio Garcia and Michelle Wie as a brand ambassador for the Swiss watchmaker. Noh said that he is excited about his partnership with OMEGA. "I am happy to be working with OMEGA as an ambassador. The company has had an enormous presence in golf in Asia for many years and I look forward to representing the brand at tournaments and events around the world."

The greatest cookery competition in the World! Bocuse d’Or 2011 - Timed by Hublot

(02/2011) All cookery crazy? When it comes to fine food, no-one is immune! From cookery classes and competitions, to box sets of recipes and TV programmes… Gastronomy has never been so popular! Within this booming trend, the Bocuse d’Or has become the world's most prestigious cookery competition.

One of Switzerland's greatest motorsport talents CERTINA and Fabio Leimer, GP2 driver

(02/2011) CERTINA is pleased with the extension of its partnership with GP2 driver Fabio Leimer, no doubt one of Switzerland's greatest present and future motorsport talents. The CERTINA logo will this year continue to figure on Leimer's GP2 racing car, helmet and overalls. Fabio Leimer was born on April 17, 1989 in Bettlach, Switzerland. He entered Swiss go-karting at the age of 11 and placed sixth overall in the Mini category in his first year.

The Great One! Wayne Gretzky joins the Breitling team

(01/2011) The greatest ice hockey player of all time is the new ambassador of the specialist of “instruments for professionals”, in a stellar encounter between two devotees of excellence. Canadian-born Wayne Gretzky is a living legend in the world of ice hockey. Nicknamed “the great one”, this champion renowned for his professionalism and his fair-play has a record-breaking list of achievements to his credit, including four Stanley Cup Championships, 61 NHL records, and being named 18 times to the All-Star teams. In tribute to his absolute superiority, his famous jersey number, 99, has been retired by all NHL teams.

And that makes three for Hublot! Hublot has now signed top skier Maria Riesch

(01/2011) Hublot is further strengthening its presence and brand image in the world of skiing! Maria Riesch (born 24th November 1984 in Garmisch-Partenkirchen, Bavaria) has become our number one Alpine skier. Double Olympic champion in the Super Combined and Slalom at the Vancouver 2010 Winter Olympics, she took the Gold Medal in the Slalom at the Val d'Isère 2009 World Championships and is currently No. 1 in the FIS classification.

Cooperation with ORBIS International OMEGA and Daniel Craig team up to support ORBIS mission

(01/2011) Omega has announced that it will work in cooperation with actor and brand ambassador Daniel Craig to support ORBIS International and its Flying Eye Hospital in the fight against preventable blindness. A special watch – the Hour Vision Blue – has been created to celebrate the partnership, and OMEGA has guaranteed that at least one million U.S. dollars from its sale will be donated to ORBIS, an organization which delivers eye care to some of the world’s most remote and developing regions.

SIHH 2011 News Diane Kruger presents the new Grande Reverso Lady Ultra Thin

(01/2011) Who could best symbolise both one of the world’s most renowned watch manufacturers and its emblematic model, the famous Reverso? Such a woman would of course need to be beautiful, appealing, brilliant, elegant and talented. In Diane Kruger, the Manufacture Jaeger-LeCoultre has found its muse, its inspiration.

Longines joins the world of endurance riding HH Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid al Maktoum Endurance Cup by Longines

(01/2011) Longines announces its new partnership with the HH Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid al Maktoum Endurance Cup. On the strength of its long standing involvement in equestrian sports and sports timing, the famous Swiss watchmaker will now be official partner and timekeeper for this prestigious event. In endurance competitions, the rider must be in perfect harmony with his or her horse in order to manage its pace over the set distance. Endurance riding requires intensive training, fine concentration, good judgement and a great deal of experience. In keeping with the noble character of this discipline, The Longines Master Collection Moon Phases in rose gold is the official watch for this event.

Blancpain unveiled the new Lamborghini Gallardo GT3 Blancpain spends the festive season in Dubai

(01/2011) From December 21st 2010 to January 5th 2011, Blancpain spent the festive season in a key location at the Dubai Mall, one of the world’s largest shopping centres. The Manufacture from Le Brassus presented a selection of its star products on one of the Mall’s busiest avenues.

Jaeger-LeCoultre and Aston Martin racing Adrian Fernandez visits the Manufacture Jaeger-LeCoultre

(01/2011) Adrian Fernandez, one of the Aston Martin team Le Mans driver, was the special guest of Jaeger-LeCoultre for an exceptional visit to the Manufacture. The visit once again confirmed the strong ties between Jaeger-LeCoultre and Aston Martin racing. Adrian Fernandez took a break in his racing season to visit the Manufacture Jaeger-LeCoultre. Welcomed by CEO Jérôme Lambert, he was invited to discover the mysteries of watch creation.

Ellerstina polo team won the ultimate polo prize On the wrist of Facundo Pieres, Hublot won the most prestigious of polo trophies

(12/2010) Palermo, Argentina, Sunday December 12, 2010 Hublot Ambassador Facundo Pieres and his team Ellerstina, won polo’s “Triple Crown 2010”. On the 117 years of the tournament, only 5 teams have achieved this. The “Triple Crown” is the most prestigious title in the world of Polo, which is coveted by the finest polo players. After winning the 3 illustrious tournaments: Hurlingham, Tortugas and Palermo, the supreme title of “Triple Crown” is a sign of consistent sporting excellence.

Birthday in the Dresden Palace Tribute by A. Lange & Söhne to Ferdinand A. Lange

(12/2010) A festive evening attended by business leaders, politicians, and the media at the Dresden Palace was the final highlight of an eventful anniversary year. It was a tribute by A. Lange & Söhne to Ferdinand A. Lange, who 165 years ago established the German precision watchmaking industry in Glashütte.

OMEGA Dubai Ladies Masters Brand ambassador Michelle Wie visits OMEGA Boutique at the Emirates Golf Course

(12/2010) OMEGA brand ambassador Michelle Wie, the sensational 21-year-old American golfer who teed off yesterday at OMEGA Dubai Ladies Masters, visited the OMEGA Boutique at the Emirates Golf Club where she was presented with two of the brand’s most recently launched timepieces. Wie first qualified for a USGA event when she was only ten years old and played in an LPGA event two years later. She joined the LPGA last year and has been demonstrating the skills which have made her one of the biggest attractions in women's golf.

International symbol of luxury The Vendôme Column is lit by Hublot!

(12/2010) Friday the 3rd of December 2010, 5.30 pm: Hublot CEO Jean-Claude Biver flicked the switch to illuminate the Vendôme Column in lavish celebration of its bicentenary and to mark the opening of the new Hublot boutique at 10, Place Vendôme. Attendees included Béatrice de Plinval, President of the Comité Vendôme, Isabelle Lemesle, President of the French Centre for National Monuments, Danièle Pourtoud, Deputy Mayor of Paris with responsibility for cultural heritage and Jean-François Legaret, mayor of the 1st arrondissement, all of whom gathered around the Hublot clock which provided the countdown to the event.

Caesar Awards Gala in Bucharest Jean-Claude Biver and Hublot awarded

(12/2010) The Caesar Awards represent the most coveted distinctions for luxury brands in Romania. Over 250 VIP guests, including personalities from the business and public service communities as well as sports legends the likes of Ilie Nastase and Nadia Comaneci, attended the Caesar Awards Gala at the Athenee Palace Hilton in Bucharest. After a presentation of the trends for 2011, it was time for the highlight of the evening: the Caesar Best Honoris distinctions. The awards are bestowed by the subscribers of Caesar, Romania’s first and foremost luxury magazine, who voted for the most relevant products and services from six categories in the international luxury industry.

The greatest racing driver of all time Michael Schumacher becomes the new Audemars Piguet icon

(11/2010) Within the symbolic setting of Meilenwerk, a former railway freight station reconverted into an exhibition facility for classic cars, Audemars Piguet CEO Philippe Merk officially welcomed Michael Schumacher into the AP family, of which the German driver thus becomes the new icon. An authentic living legend with his seven world championship titles, Schumacher holds the most prestigious records in motor racing. His 68 pole positions, 91 victories and 154 podium finishes on all the world’s major tracks make him the greatest racing driver of all time. After his return to competition in 2010, next season, we will see him competing in the 18th world championship of his incomparable career!

150m through an underwater cave Carlos Coste sets new Guinness world record for freediving

(11/2010) Carlos Coste has created a new Guinness world record for freediving, after swimming 150 metres through a cave using no apparatus. The Venezuelan was armed with only a torch and a monofin - a single giant flipper worn on both feet - when he made the death-defying dive. The 34-year-old soared through a passage inside Dos Ojos, a colossal cave network that twists for 31 miles under Yucatan, Mexico.

Grand Prix de l'Horlogerie de Genève A wonderful tribute to the Chronomètre à Résonance

(11/2010) For the 7th time since 2002, François-Paul Journe is acclaimed by the Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de Genève for his exceptional horological creations. This makes him the most awarded contemporary watchmaker of his generation, without including the other numerous awards he received around the world. This prestigious award is a wonderful tribute to the Chronomètre à Résonance, celebrating today, with a new interpretation, the 10 years of this remarkable complication. It is a fortunate coincidence to be rewarded on the 10th anniversary of the Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de Genève.

Grand Prix de l'Horlogerie de Genève Best watch of the year: TAG Heuer Carrera 1887

(11/2010) The TAG HEUER CARRERA 1887 CHRONOGRAPH has been named the 2010 Swiss Watch of the Year in the Grand Prix de l'Horlogerie de Genève’s prestigious “La Petite Aiguille” (“Small Hand”) category. The Grand Prix de l'Horlogerie de Genève is the Swiss watch industry’s most prestigious award competition. The prize of “La Petite Aiguille” rewards the best watch of the year whose price is under 5,000 Swiss francs (,166USD). The victory marks the sixth time in 10 years that TAG Heuer has been singled out for its engineering and design prowess

A behind-the-scenes look The making of OMEGA’s Olympic golf commercial

(11/2010) Golf will return to the Olympic Games in 2016 for the first time since 1904. OMEGA has created a television commercial to welcome it back to the world’s most prestigious sporting platform for the first time in well over a century. Discover here the making of OMEGA’s Olympic golf commercial! The spot, which features Spanish golf star Sergio Garcia, was recorded at different locations around the world.

3 December 2010 Hublot illuminates the Vendôme Column!

(11/2010) On 3rd December 2010, the Comité Vendôme and Hublot will light up the Vendôme Column to mark the monument's bicentenary (it was erected by Napoleon I in 1810 to commemorate his Grande Armée). At 17.30, Jean-Claude Biver, Hublot's CEO, will press the button: this is a major first as the Vendôme Column – unlike other monuments such as the Eiffel Tower - has never before been illuminated.

2010 Geneva International Music Competition Magnificent performance: The winner is Hyo Joo Lee

(11/2010) The Geneva International Music Competition is an event that enables young artists from around the world to reveal their musical talents. The two disciplines featured in the 64th edition were Oboe and Piano. Montres Breguet’s role in the competition is accompanied by a special “Coup de Coeur Breguet” prize that offers a finalist the opportunity of recording a CD with an orchestra.

Launch of the Longines Singapore Gold Cup Longines embarks on landmark partnership with the Singapore Turf Club

(11/2010) Longines is now the official partner and timekeeper of the Singapore Turf Club for the following three consecutive years - 2010 to 2013. This landmark partnership sees the Singapore Turf Club embarking on a long-term partnership with an internationally renowned watch brand. As part of this partnership, the “Singapore Gold Cup” has been renamed “Longines Singapore Gold Cup”. This inaugural race took place on 14 November 2010.

Test run for the OMEGA Mission Hills World Cup Celebrities joined pros at Mission Hills Star trophy

(11/2010) Top professional golfers have teamed up with celebrities from the world of sport, cinema and the arts to play in the inaugural Mission Hills Star Trophy at Haikou, Hainan, China from 28-31 October 2010. Swimming legend Michael Phelps came face to face with a Great White Shark on his recent return to China. The 14-time Olympic gold medal winner met golfing great Greg Norman at the Mission Hills Star Trophy in Haikou, Hainan.

Watch Out Evening & Day High Watchmaking gathering at its best level of execution

(11/2010) Jaeger-LeCoultre was very proud to present some of its latest timepieces on 13th and 14th October in Stockholm, Sweden. This event was organized by one of the major partners of the Manufacture: Nymans Ur and Krons Ur and took place in the Grand Hotel of Stockholm. During the Watch Out Evening & Day, more than 600 participants could attend the presentation by Janek Deleskiewicz, Artistic Director of Jaeger-LeCoultre about the Master Compressor Extreme LAB2 Tribute to Geophysic.

Premier horse racing event in the Southern Hemisphere Longines Australia: 2010 Melbourne Cup Carnival

(11/2010) Longines was again the official watch for the renowned Melbourne Cup Carnival in 2010 which also marked the 150th Anniversary Year. As the premier horse racing event in the Southern Hemisphere, the Melbourne Cup Carnival, drew crowds from around Australia as well as thousands of followers from around the world during the four days of racing.

An emotional event for the Formula 1 family 500 numbered timepieces: Hublot King Power Ayrton Senna

(11/2010) Viviane Senna, Ayrton Senna's sister and president of the Instituto Ayrton Senna founded in 1994, has chosen the week of the Interlagos Grand Prix as the occasion to bring together only the closest of friends and family of Ayrton Senna to commemorate what would have been the 50th birthday of the driver, who tragically lost his life on the Imola circuit in 1994. To mark this special event, Paramount Pictures have offered Viviane Senna the opportunity to screen the new documentary-film "Senna" directed by Asif Kapadia, produced by Working Title and Universal.

Métiers d’Art limited edition Vacheron Constantin pays tribute to the Opéra National de Paris

(10/2010) In 2007, Vacheron Constantin became an official sponsor of the Opéra National de Paris. Confirming its firm commitment to the cultural field and its wish to become a full-fledged sponsor, Vacheron Constantin donated a monumental clock christened “Laudator Temporis”, a genuine work of art installed in the atrium of the Opéra Bastille.

Breitling Reno Air Races Hockey legend Wayne Gretzky pays surprise visit to the Snowbirds demonstration team

(10/2010) Canadian Forces aviation icon, The Snowbirds Air Demonstration Team (431 Squadron) brought stunning and thrilling performances to the North American public during 47th Reno Air Races. The event was a great success. On Saturday, September 18th, Snowbirds had a surprise visit from the guest of honour, another Canadian icon, Mr. Wayne Gretzky, a former Canadian professional ice hockey player and a Breitling ambassador. Being Canadian was not the only thing in common. Members of the Snowbirds, as well as Mr. Gretzky wear Breitling timepieces on their wrists, a great statement demonstrating the high level of excellence and professionalism, just what Breitling is all about.

Activision’s Blood Stone video game James Bond will be wearing an OMEGA Seamaster

(10/2010) Activision, the distributer of interactive entertainment products, is working with video game developer Bizarre Creations and EON Productions in the creation of JAMES BOND 007™: BLOOD STONE. It features the likeness and voice of Daniel Craig as the world’s favourite secret agent. In the game, which puts players directly in the action, Bond will be wearing an OMEGA Seamaster, as he has done since 1995.

The Official Watch of Formula 1: F1 King Power Hublot celebrates the 2010 FORMULA 1 KOREAN GRAND PRIX

(10/2010) As the Official Watchmaker of Formula 1, Hublot is proud to celebrate the first ever Formula 1 event in Korea, the 5th Asian country on the 2010 calendar of the FIA Formula One World Championship which is the world’s most prestigious motor racing competition and the most popular annual sporting series on the planet.

Event with Abhishek Bachchan and Sonali Bendre Behl OMEGA unveils the New Constellation in Mumbai

(10/2010) Infused with poise and attitude, the New OMEGA Constellation’s fashionable designs effortlessly fuse style and technology together. The new range prides itself with the supernova dial design and brings a new variant of style and sophistication into the Omega range. At the heart of the launch of the collection lies its promise of design superiority and exclusivity. In addition to traditional designs, the new range offers to consumers contemporary yet dressy watches. The women’s line introduces leather straps for the first time in the New Constellation range.

Exhibition of Breguet contemporary watches Event in the Pushkin Museum in Moscow

(10/2010) To celebrate its long term relationship with Russia, Breguet welcomed its Russians customers for an exceptional gala evening in the Pushkin Museum in Moscow on 25th October. Guests were invited to an exhibition of Breguet contemporary watches, including the presentation for the first time in Russia of the new piece Réveil Musical, a piece perfectly embodying Breguet’s link with the world of music.

42nd Artistic Gymnastics World Championships 2010 in Rotterdam Rie Tanaka and Philipp Boy win the Longines Prize for Elegance 2010

(10/2010) Longines, official timekeeper and data handler at the 42nd Artistic Gymnastics World Championships 2010 in Rotterdam, is pleased to announce that the Longines Prize for Elegance has been given to the female gymnast Rie Tanaka from Japan and the male gymnast Philipp Boy from Germany. This award decorates the athletes having demonstrated the most remarkable elegance in the course of the competition. Furthermore, Longines had the pleasure to present the latest attribution to its Longines PrimaLuna collection.

Sommet de la Francophonie Heads of State of the French-speaking world on Hublot time

(10/2010) Hublot, the Swiss watchmaking brand, is especially proud to announce that it is the "Exclusive Partner" of the 13th "Sommet de la Francophonie", the biennial Francophone Summit, which will take place this year from the 22nd to the 24th October at Montreux, Switzerland. As part of this role, Hublot is honoured and privileged to have been asked to provide the official gift for the event by the Swiss Confederation.

Accademia Nazionale di Santa Cecilia Breguet partners the opening concert of the 2010/2011 opera season

(10/2010) Guillaume Tell, the last work composed by Gioachino Rossini, performed by the Accademia Nazionale di Santa Cecilia conducted by Antonio Pappano, opened the 2010/2011 opera season in Rome. Its profound attachment to European culture, and more particularly to classical music, naturally inspired Breguet to support this concert featuring an opera composed by one of its famous clients.

Antiquorum Auctioneers benefiting The National Multiple Sclerosis Society Antiquorum and Mission: MS Raise Over a Quarter of a Million Dollars

(10/2010) Watch enthusiasts poured into Antiquorum's auction room Wednesday evening, October 20th to get a closer look at and bid on the outstanding timepieces offered at the Mission: MS sale, the first of a planned annual watch auction, organized by Philip Duffell and conducted by Antiquorum Auctioneers benefiting The National Multiple (MS) Sclerosis Society. Antiquorum together with Mission: MS raised an exceptional $ 253,000 for research and programs funded by The National MS Society whose mission is to create a world free of MS. Active bidding came from all over the world including from the Russian Federation, China, Hong Kong, Italy, Switzerland, Germany as well as the United States.

Press conference with Pedro de la Rosa Launch of new CERTINA DS Podium Limited Edition – Pedro de la Rosa

(10/2010) On October 14, a special press conference was held at the Orfila Hotel in Madrid, to mark the launch of the new limited-edition CERTINA DS Podium Pedro de la Rosa model. The friendly Formula 1 driver was in attendance at the event, which served both as a press information session and an opportunity to meet him, ask questions and maybe snap a photo or two, against brightly decorated CERTINA promotional banners.

Grand entry! Audemars Piguet: l'Hydroptère.ch takes to the water!

(10/2010) After three years of research, development and construction, l’Hydroptère.ch made its grand entry onto the legendary stage of Lake Léman, Switzerland on Friday October 8th. The trial platform created in partnership with the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology in Lausanne, designed to serve as a test bench for new solutions with view to building the future l’Hydroptère maxi, has officially taken off!

Team’s official timekeeper Swiss haute horlogerie brand Parmigiani is continuing its adventure with Olympique de Marseille

(10/2010) With victories this May in both the French Ligue 1 and the Coupe de la Ligue 2010, Olympique de Marseille chose haute horlogerie brand Parmigiani to reward the Olympique de Marseille players and staff for achieving this fantastic double. Bringing Swiss-made expertise to the wrists of the France 2010 champions, Parmigiani decided to make a long-term commitment to the club by entering into a new partnership agreement, thereby becoming Olympique de Marseille`s first official timekeeper.

2010 Rakuten Japan Open Tennis Championships Men’s single final, Longines Admiral Chronograph Ceramic presented to the finalists

(10/2010) For over 175 years, The Swiss watchmaker Longines has been the guardian of a vast horological know-how characterized by elegance and high-quality performance. Through the quality of its technical achievements and its activities in the field of sports timing, the Swiss watch brand has shared a large part of its history with that of sport. And now with over 130 years of experience in timing various sports Longines is today involved in those disciplines that reflect the values that it has always held dear, right from the earliest days of the company.

Main sponsor of the Orchestre Suisse Romande Vacheron Constantin celebrates classical music in the Victoria Hall

(10/2010) On September 24th 2010 in Geneva’s Victoria Hall, Vacheron Constantin, the watch manufacturer with the world’s longest-running uninterrupted history and the main sponsor of the Orchestre Suisse Romande (OSR), welcomed 60 guests for a classical music concert conducted by the orchestra’s Musical Director Marek Janowski and graced with the presence of OSR President Metin Arditi, as well as Vacheron Constantin CEO Juan-Carlos Torres and International Director Marc Guten.

Benefiting The National Multiple Sclerosis Society Hublot Creates One-of-a-Kind Timepiece for Antiquorum Auction

(10/2010) On Wednesday, October 20th at The Fuller Building in New York City, Antiquorum will be auctioning a Hublot one-of-a-kind Aero Bang timepiece benefiting The National Multiple Sclerosis Society. The Aero Bang Ceramic Chronograph features a black ceramic case and rose gold bezel with a semi-skeletonized dial and superluminova markers. The 44.5 mm timepiece houses a self-winding chronograph movement. Its Hublot Caliber 4214 is rhodium-plated with a straight-line lever escapement and shock absorber.

Record-Breaking 600th Home Run at Yankee Stadium Hublot and Manfredi Jewels Honor Alex Rodriguez

(10/2010) On Wednesday, September 22nd at Yankee stadium, Hublot and Roberto Chiappelloni of Manfredi Jewels presented Alex Rodriguez with a one of a kind timepiece of its Big Bang King Power Black Magic created in honor of his 600th home run. At 35 years old, the Yankee star became the youngest player to ever hit 600 home runs as well as part of the elite club of only six other Major League players who have achieved this milestone.

Exclusive Event OMEGA welcomes Dr. Buzz Aldrin to Sydney

(10/2010) On Tuesday 5th October, OMEGA held an exclusive evening with famous astronaut and brand Ambassador Dr. Buzz Aldrin for a select group of VIP customers and celebrity guests at the OMEGA Boutique in Castlereagh Street in the heart of Sydney. Dr. Aldrin has enjoyed a long association with OMEGA: when he stepped on to the lunar surface on the 20th of July 1969, the OMEGA Speedmaster chronograph strapped around his spacesuit became the first watch to be worn on the Moon.

A record-breaking weekend at Zoagli Champion freediver Gianluca Genoni descends to a depth of 152 metres

(10/2010) Gianluca Genoni, who holds over 15 freediving records, has once again pushed back the borders of what is deemed humanly possible. At Zoagli, near Portofino, Italy, he plunged to a depth of 152 metres in freediving mode, thus setting a new world record in this discipline. Blancpain, which has been associated with the Italian freediver since 2007, is proud of this exceptional performance and warmly congratulates Gianluca Genoni on his exceptional feat.

10 balls, 10 targets from 10 metres… Maradona has accepted the challenge of the HUBLOT Million Dollar Wall

(09/2010) On 29 September at 18:00, on the roof terrace of the Tsum department store in the heart of Moscow, Argentinian football legend Diego Maradona for the first time faced the challenge of the Hublot Million Dollar Wall. He was delighted to accept the invitation from Hublot to meet the following challenge: 10 balls, at 10 targets from 10 metres, with just of different diameters, each representing a value of ,000 to 0,000.

Fine carmaking and Haute Horlogerie Vacheron Constantin was main sponsor of the 13th edition of the Tour du Léman

(09/2010) As main sponsor of the 13th edition of the Tour du Léman, Vacheron Constantin enjoyed the privilege of welcoming to its Manufacture in Plan-les-Ouates the wonderful historical cars taking part in the race for a short stop-over, before the 23 teams took to the road once more. The first “horseless carriage” race took place in Switzerland in 1898.

Created by the Swiss artist Jean-Pierre Gerber Ingeborga Dapkunaite gives the Longines Prize for Elegance to Daria Kondakova

(09/2010) Longines, official timekeeper and data handler at the 30th Rhythmic Gymnastics World Championships 2010, is pleased to announce that the Longines Prize for Elegance has been given to Daria Kondakova from Russia. The young gymnast received the prize from the actress Ingeborga Dapkunaite, Longines Ambassador of Elegance. This award decorates the athlete having demonstrated the most remarkable elegance in the course of an international competition at world level.