IWC Schaffhausen and the German Aerospace Center

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Reading Time: 5 minutesIn a joint development project, IWC Schaffhausen and the German Aerospace Center (DLR) have developed the first watch cases made from a ceramic matrix composite (CMC) material. Fibre-reinforced ceramics combine the hardness and scratch-resistance of conventional ceramic with the benefits of fibre composite materials, like high damage tolerance and extremeContinue Reading

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Reading Time: 3 minutesIn the new episode of the ‘A New Era’ docuseries, the French marque delves into the heart of what makes the Tourbillon¹ a true masterpiece and a forerunner of a new era of hyper sports cars: its completely new Bugatti platform. Carefully crafted to express the pursuit of engineering excellence,Continue Reading

Jean-Pierre Hagmann

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Reading Time: < 1 minuteWe’re beyond excited to share that Jean-Pierre Hagmann has been recognized by the prestigious Gaïa Prize in the Craftmanship, Creation category for his incredible contributions to watchmaking. Throughout his remarkable career, Jean-Pierre continues to push the craft of watch case making, all while staying true to traditional techniques.Continue Reading

De Bethune’s Heritage Collection Exhibition

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Reading Time: 2 minutesDe Bethune is proud to announce the beginning of the Heritage Collection Tour, a unique exhibition showcasing 13 exceptional historical timepieces curated by the De Bethune‘s founder and master watchmaker, Denis Flageollet. After a successful inauguration in Geneva in August 2024, this prestigious collection will now embark on a global tour, makingContinue Reading

ANDERSEN Genève X BCHH | Celestial Voyager – special edition ELA

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Reading Time: 7 minutesA collection of exceptional watches will be offered at Christie’s Rare Watches auction on 11 November to benefit The European Leukodystrophy Association (ELA), which supports research into leukodystrophies and the families affected by these diseases. Andersen Genève x BCHH, ArtyA, Atelier Haute Complication, Bovet, Girard-Perregaux, Konstantin Chaykin, Louis Erard, Montblanc,Continue Reading

Natasha Tontey,© Courtesy of the artist and Audemars Piguet

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Reading Time: 4 minutesThis November, Natasha Tontey (b. Indonesia, 1989) will unveil Primate Visions: Macaque Macabre at the Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art in Nusantara (Museum MACAN), Jakarta, commissioned by Audemars Piguet Contemporary. This expansive new installation —the artist’s first solo exhibition in an institutional context—will explore the multi-layered connection between humansContinue Reading

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Reading Time: 4 minutesIn the annals of motorsport, few cars have proved as successful as the Bugatti Type 35, which made its competition debut 100 years ago. As a race car, the Type 35 was utterly without equal. Ettore Bugatti’s visionary design and engineering principles, coupled with his relentless pursuit of perfection, resultedContinue Reading

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Reading Time: 9 minutesHomo Faber is an international exhibition and cultural initiative focused on showcasing the finest craftsmanship and artisanal mastery from around the world. It celebrates the expertise of skilled artisans, especially within Europe, by presenting their works and techniques across various disciplines, such as fine watchmaking, ceramics, jewelry, textiles, and more.Continue Reading