Jean-Claude Biver

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

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.

Limited to 50 pieces BASELWORLD 2013: Hublot unveils the Snow Leopard Maria Höfl-Riesch Big Bang

Hublot has always had close links with the mountains and skiing. This is, of course, due to its origins and the fact that Swiss culture is so firmly entrenched in its values, but also due to its close links with the world of sport in general … The rapport between the skier Maria Höfl-Riesch and Hublot's management, Jean-Claude Biver and Ricardo Guadalupe, in October 2010 was immediate.

The Excellence Run stops at the La Neuvaz alpine Jean-Claude Biver`s and his artisan cheese farm

Tradition, savoir-faire and passion are the three words that immediately convinced Hublot to become involved in the first edition of the Excellence Run designed to pay tribute to the Compagnons du Devoir (organisation of craftsmen and artisans), heirs to a unique savoir-faire, and to uncover the riches of an exceptional craft heritage.

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

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

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 Art of Fusion Hublot inaugurates its first stand-alone flagship store in China

Hublot hosted the Grand Opening ceremony of its first flagship store in Beijing, China located on prestigious Wangfujing Street. The launch held in the presence of Mr. Jean-Claude Biver, CEO of Hublot, and Mr. Jet Li, internationally acclaimed movie star, Chinese martial arts champion, philanthropist / social sector leader and founder of the One Foundation, Hublot announced Jet Li as another legendary ambassador for its brand, following Diego Maradona, Ayrton Senna’s family and Institute, Manchester United football team and others

Reserved exclusively for HUBLOT watch owners Successful launch for HUBLOTISTA!

Hublot was a pioneer when, in 2009, it presented a new electronic identification system for its watches, using the "Hublotista" chip card and reader developed with WISeKey, a company recognised by the World Economic Forum (WEF) as a "Global Growth Company 2010".

Visionary businessman and marketing genius Mr. Jean-Claude Biver, a Gaia Award 2010 Prizewinner

On Thursday 16 September 2010, in the La Chaux-de-Fonds International Watchmaking Museum, before an audience of nearly 300 people, including a number of personalities from the Swiss watchmaking industry, Mr. Jean-Claude Biver - CEO of Hublot - had the privilege of receiving the "2010 Entrepreneurship" Gaia Award, presented by Mr. Ludwig Oechslin, Chairman of the Jury and Curator of the Museum, for: "his career as a whole and his qualities as a visionary businessman and marketing genius".

A memorable edition Désalpe 2010

From up high in the mountains, under a cloudless sky and amid the din of bells and a cheering crowd, several generations of dairy farmers, dashing in their traditional “bredzon” garb, coaxed their equally magnificent, wreath-adorned dairy cows towards their winter pastures down in the valley.

Spectacular sporting flair The Hublot Polo Gold Cup Gstaad in the best possible hands

Hublot was well represented this weekend in Gstaad, at the polo field set up especially for the occasion beside the airport of the Bernese Alps. The Hublot Polo Gold Cup Gstaad, Switzerland's biggest polo tournament, enjoyed the newly-returned summer heat. The teams, which each had an overall handicap of 18, distinguished themselves with their spectacular sporting flair under these optimal conditions.

Jean-Claude Biver is thrilled Hublot steps aboard with Alinghi to defend Switzerland and the 33rd America’s Cup!

This is a new, prestigious partnership for the watch brand, which will today join the race campaign alongside the Swiss defender Alinghi. The Swiss yacht's bid to win the America’s Cup in February 2010 against the American BMW Oracle yacht has inspired Hublot's CEO, Jean-Claude Biver. His meeting with Ernesto Bertarelli revealed the many values shared by the brand and Team Alinghi.

Man of the Year: Jean-Claude Biver

Today in Nyon, Hublot’s CEO was awarded a new honour from specialized journalists. He was elected “Man of the Year” by Eugenio Zigliotto (Orologi da Polso, Italy), Gabriel Tortella (Tribune des Arts, Switzerland), Stephan Ciejka (La Revue des Montres, France), Pierre Jacques (GMT, Switzerland) and Grégory Pons (Business Montres, watchmaking planet).

The tradition of craftsmanship Morgan, the automobile manufacturer, and Hublot, the watchmaker, combine their technologi

On the anniversary of the first century of the Morgan company, Hublot has produced a special Big Bang whose design has been inspired by the AeroMax car: the Aero Bang Morgan. Jean-Claude Biver presented it today in Malvern (GB), at the jubilee firm’s headquarters, in the presence of Charles Morgan.

HUBLOT takes hold of Paris

Hublot is establishing a new territory in a bid to take the French capital by storm with its high-tech showcase in the Rue Saint Honoré 271, a tailor-made space devoted entirely to the Art of Fusion. Remaining true to his visionary spirit, Jean-Claude Biver has developed an exclusive sales concept for the new space by offering a range of world premiere models.

HUBLOT: The leading luxary brand in the EURO 2008

Jean-Claude Biver, CEO of Hublot watches, in the presence of UEFA President Michel Platini, and Swiss Football Association President Ralph Zloczower, today announced the watchmaking brand’s sponsorship of the Euro 2008 as a ‘National Supporter’. Having already graced the wrist of the Swiss Football team in the World Cup 2006, Hublot is now heading for the Swiss and Austrian stadiums in 2008. A pioneering move for a luxury brand in the world of football!

HUBLOT puts miss Romandy in a box

A masterpiece of technological innovation, the web now occupies a major place in the communication world. The House of Hublot is fully aware of the stakes and hopes to blow the web away! Six months after the launch of Hublot TV, Jean-Claude Biver gathered and analysed the attendance figures and interest of Hublot fans. He concluded it to be a resounding success with over 9,000 visitors a day.