By introducing L’Epée 1839 Time Tales, a complex and contemporary reimagining of the traditional Swiss Cuckoo clock, the brand blends nostalgia with the Maison’s boundless creativity, signature playful ingenuity, as well as demonstrating its ability to develop complex mechanical marvels. Inspired by the whimsical magic of childhood cartoons, L’Epée 1839 breathes new life into this beloved heirloom.
A member of the Acrotec group, the Biel/Bienne-based company unveils a major innovation that transforms a discreet mechanical component into a unique aesthetic and functional feature: the engraved barrel spring. High-precision laser surface treatment technology now makes it possible to decorate the edge of the spring without altering its mechanical properties.
Since 2015, the Young Talent Competition serves to discover the world’s most talented young watchmakers and support them on their path to independence by acknowledging their creations and placing them in the spotlight. F.P. Journe organises the Young Talent Competition with the support of The Hour Glass, a well-known luxury watch retailer in the Asia Pacific region.
Combining efficiency, precision and data security, Witschi’s Connected Ecosystem is redefining watch testing standards. This innovative global system is based on the seamless integration of modular testing instruments, advanced data management solutions and intelligent connectivity, thereby meeting modern watch industry requirements.
Through the eyes of Galileo Galilei and the watchmaking expertise of Panerai, the intriguing and astronomical world of Jupiterium unfolds. This planetarium clock pays homage to the genius of the Italian physicist whose revolutionary scientific spirit reflects the Maison’s own mission. Showcased at Watches and Wonders 2025, this large-scale installation, measuring 75cm in width and 86cm in height and weighing around 110kg, replicates the fascinating movements of cosmic entities known to mankind thanks to the findings of Galileo.
Active throughout Switzerland, the LIFT programme supports young people during a pivotal period in their lives: the transition from school to the working world. Since 2006, LIFT has been cooperating with partner secondary schools to prevent unemployment by offering young people aged 13 to 15 (9th to 11th grade) the opportunity to familiarise themselves with the working world through early professional experience in the form of weekly work placements.
Horological masterpieces are often compared to artworks. Inspired by the world of galleries and major museums, the Vaud-based company innovates by presenting watches as paintings, without any protective glass – a bold and unprecedented approach in the watchmaking world.
To celebrate its 160th anniversary, Zenith pays tribute to its rich heritage with a timeless model powered by an exceptional movement. Named after the initials of Georges Favre-Jacot, the sleek, slender and elegant G.F.J. brings back to life the legendary Calibre 135, the most awarded movement from the golden age of observatory chronometer competitions.
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