La Chaux-de-Fonds is the traditional heart of the Swiss watch industry. In 2005 the country exported watches worth €7.7bn, accounting for 9 per cent of the nation’s total exports. Switzerland dominates the luxury end of the…
Japan may not be the first country that springs to mind when you think of the best traditional mechanical watches, but the Grand Seiko series, relaunched in 1998, has found a loyal following in Asia.
Every spring, the world’s watchmakers and horology enthusiasts descend on Basel for the industry’s key fair, where the latest innovations in timekeeping are unveiled. We went along to gauge the mood and pick our favourite…
Once seen as little more than watches for children, Swatch’s timepieces are now coveted by seasoned collectors. We ask CEO Alain Villard to tell us why.
Whether you’re escaping the bustle of Mexico City, reconnecting with nature in Ireland or yearning for some quality time in iceland, here’s our round-up of relaxing retreats for the holidays.
Perched between ravines and woodland in Baden-Württemberg’s valleys, a crop of homegrown companies are branching out while remaining faithful to their roots. From a watchmaker to a brewery, we size up the firms successfully…