On March 7th 2021, the Swiss people will have to vote on a referendum against the ratification of the free trade agreement between EFTA (including Switzerland) and Indonesia. The FH is opposed to the referendum and supports the agreement to ensure new outlets for the Swiss watch industry.
As a result of the Covid-19 pandemic, the group posted a net loss of CHF -53 million for the first time in its history.
After a legendary solo voyage around the globe, Frenchman Yannick Bestaven won the 2020 Vendée Globe in 80 days, 3 hours, 44 minutes and 46 seconds.
After two years of intense work, the Vaud-based company belonging to Acrotec Group has been awarded ISO 13485 certification. This recognition will enable the company to respond to requests from medical device companies.
The two Maisons have announced their partnership, a true alliance between two brands sharing the same passion for motorsports.
The 2021 edition of the Winter Marathon has crossed the finishing line.
Time is what you make of it. Many believe it can also heal a broken heart. That’s why Swatch is celebrating all the singles and love cynics this coming Valentine’s Day with a new collection and campaign that bring a fresh spin and twist to love’s most important day of the year.
Drawing inspiration from its illustrious history and capitalising on a wealth of technological know-how, Panerai reaffirms its inseparable connection to the sea by introducing an instrument inspired by its ambassador and constant weight freediving champion, Guillaume Néry.
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The Swiss watch industry has decided to strengthen the criteria of the Swiss made label.
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