Swatch Group and Calvin Klein: expiration of the licensing agreement
After more than 22 years of exclusive licensing collaboration, Swatch Group has decided to let the licensing agreement with Calvin Klein end at its date of expiration (in the near future). The decision has been taken due to the recent turbulence…
SWATCH IS OFFICIAL TIMING PROVIDER AT EXPO 2020 DUBAI
THE COUNTDOWN HAS STARTED Swatch is getting ready to join the World’s Greatest Show! Ahead of its opening in October 2020,several timekeeping installations across UAE will serve as landmarks to count down to the big opening. On Sunday night of the…
HAMILTON X SCHOTT NYC: PURE AMERICAN SPIRIT
HAMILTON KHAKI PILOT SCHOTT NYC When thinking about American spirit two brands come to mind: Hamilton and Schott NYC. Both were chosen by the U.S. Army for their excellence and reliability and supplied the best watches and jackets to pilots during…
Glashütte Original launches new “Spezialist” collection
SeaQ revives tradition of diver’s watches made in Glashütte Timepieces from Glashütte have long been valued around the world for their high-quality mechanics, elaborate finishes and timeless elegance. Since the 19th century, precise timekeepers…
Mechanical movements: COMCO’s dictate harms the Swiss watch industry
Biel/Bienne (Switzerland), December 18, 2019 - The Competition Commission (COMCO) wants to prohibit Swatch Group or its subsidiary ETA from supplying mechanical movements to third parties in 2020. COMCO has always obligated ETA to supply its…
Three apprentices present themselves
Every year, 36 Swatch Group companies in Switzerland train over 600 apprentices in around 40 different professions. Find out what professions you can learn with us.
The Longines Heritage Military 1938
A classic revisited. With The Longines Heritage Military 1938, the winged hourglass brand revisits a military watch from the Interwar period. Featuring a timeless, understated design, this 43 mm steel piece features a hand-wound mechanical calibre…
Omega and James Bond: The Bond watch is revealed
Omega is delighted to unveil 007’s newest timepiece that will feature in the 25th James Bond film, No Time To Die, set to arrive in cinemas in April 2020. Appearing on-screen will be a thrilling new Seamaster Diver 300M 007 Edition. First…
The Swatch Art Connections
The Swatch Art Peace Hotel is turning 8! A lucky number in its home country China, the Shanghaibased artist residency takes the happy occasion to open a virtual exhibition on its website. SWATCH ART CONNECTIONS presents fun, crazy and…
Breguet’s illustrious history – On show to the world
With a rich history full of notable patrons and incredible timepieces, Breguet is never short of occasions where historical pieces are showcased in prestigious Museums across the globe, for the watch-loving public to view and admire. A rare treat…
New em|echo-V: NFC with RAIN RFID in a single chip
EM Microelectronic enables holistic omnichannel consumer experience and product authentication em|echo-V brings together powerful RAIN RFID supply chain functionalities with seamless NFC consumer engagement and web authentication EM…
Omega ready to time the Winter Youth Olympic Games
For the 6th time at the Youth Olympic Games, Omega is ready to fulfil its role as Official Timekeeper. Around 1,880 young athletes from 70 nations have arrived to compete in 81 winter events at Lausanne 2020, and the Swiss watchmaker will be there…
Blancpain
Founded in 1735 by Jehan-Jacques Blancpain in the Swiss Jura, Blancpain is known as the world’s oldest watch brand. Loyal to its tradition of innovation and confirmed by countless horological complications invented over the years, the Manufacture is…
From Swatch with love
New Valentine’s Special ready to conquer hearts. Say it with flowers? Say it with words? Say it with emojis! YOU’VE GOT LOVE speaks today’s language, making sure your better half gets the right message (and gift;-) for the day of love.…
Certina DS Super PH500M Special Edition
Diver’s watch with a history – and character. Its retro style and bright orange dial catch everyone’s eye: the striking DS Super PH500M Special Edition is causing a sensation. Dedicated watch fans will surely experience a moment of déja-vu: the…
New em|echo-V: NFC with RAIN RFID in a single chip
EM Microelectronic enables holistic omnichannel consumer experience and product authentication em|echo-V brings together powerful RAIN RFID supply chain functionalities with seamless NFC consumer engagement and web authentication EM…
Glashütte Original
Glashütte Original upholds the values of authentic manufactory production and can look back on an uninterrupted history that began in 1845. Located in the Saxon town of Glashütte, the manufactory brings traditional craftsmanship and innovative…
Swatch Group: Key Figures 2019
Group net sales of CHF 8 243 million, -1.8% in comparison to the previous year at constant ex-change rates, or -2.7% at current rates. Operating result of CHF 1 023 million, -11.4% to the previous year. Operating margin amounted to 12.…
CMP provides new MPW access to EM Microelectronic
CMP and EM Microelectronic are pleased to announce the partnership for offering 0.18µm CMOS 4/5ML EMALP018 technology in MPW (Multi-Project Wafer) runs. EM Microelectronic offers a new cost-effective solution to design and manufacture prototypes in…
