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Omega’s newest factory is opened
The brand has proudly opened its newest production facility in Bienne, Switzerland Signalling the next chapter in its renowned history of innovation and manufacturing excellence, the Swiss watchmaker OMEGA has officially opened its newest production building at the brand’s HQ site in Bienne. Honoured guests for the event included the CEO of…
Laurent Ballesta wins the Wildlife Photographer of the Year
Since 2013 and the quest for the coelacanth, Blancpain is the main partner of Laurent Ballesta and his Gombessa Project. His winning photograph in the Wildlife Photographer of the Year "Earth's Environments" category was shot during the Gombessa III – Antarctica! expedition and shows for the first time the entire submerged part…
Swatch & Art
Swatch has always loved bringing art to the people. Often referred to as a “canvas on the wrist”, Swatch has seen many an artwork on its dial, getting art out of the museum and literally onto people. Now, in an ironic reversal, three iconic Swatch watches are making their way to one of the most influential art museums in the world. In its new…
OMEGA becomes the Official Timekeeper of the Volvo Ocean Race
The prestigious Swiss watchmaker OMEGA is proud to announce that it will join the Volvo Ocean Race 2017-18 as the event’s Official Timekeeper. The Volvo Ocean Race is the world’s toughest and longest offshore race and tests sailing prowess and human endeavour to its absolute limits. It brings the bravest and most hardy sailors together and sends…
Begin an apprenticeship with ‘Jump In’
Around 150 new Swatch Group apprentices began their vocational training at the ‘Jump In’ camp held in Saignelégier in August 2017. Over the course of four days, the apprentices completed a varied programme under the guidance of professional supervisors from the Swatch Group. In addition to key information about the company, elements of…
Half-Year Report 2017
Biel / Bienne (Switzerland), 21 July 2017 – Half-Year Report 2017 Group net sales, +1.2% at constant exchange rates, of CHF 3 759 million, or CHF 3 705 million, -0.3% at current exchange rates. Sales growth of +2.9% at constant rates in the Watches & Jewelry segment (excluding Production). Sales for the whole segment, including…