In 1848, when Louis Brandt created his very first watches, his ambition was to produce the most accurate movements possible. This quest for precision ultimately led to the 19-ligne “Omega” calibre in 1894, after which the brand was named. In 2015, the watchmaker took a new step forward by introducing Master Chronometer certification, symbolising the industry’s highest standards of precision, performance and magnetic resistance.
As part of its Made of Makers programme in collaboration with artists and designers from other disciplines, the Le Sentier-based company has unveiled its partnership with Olivecoat. The Filipino webcomic artist has created a reinterpretation of the Reverso’s origins.
Founded in Geneva in 1965, Boucledor is celebrating 60 years of passion, precision and expertise at the heart of Swiss watchmaking. Specialising in the design and production of high-end buckles, clasps and oscillating weights, the company has established itself as an essential partner for the leading watch Manufactures.
Launched on 1 October 2025 during the Singapore Grand Prix, the Streamliner Tourbillon Pierre Gasly is the latest creation from the Manufacture based in Neuhausen am Rheinfall, stemming from its collaboration with the French racing driver. As well as lending his name to this timepiece, he also designed the object, chose the textures and closely cooperated with the watchmakers.
A member of the Acrotec Group, Butech – a company specialising in precision wire drawing – is celebrating 20 years of existence and steady growth. Founded in 2005 in Tavannes and recently relocated to Glovelier, the firm has established itself as a leading partner in the field of very fine wire for watchmaking, medtech and high-precision applications.
The watchmaker has unveiled the PRX Goldorak 50th Anniversary Special Edition. Celebrating the space robot created by Go Nagai in 1975, this cosmic tribute marks the return of a hero who has stood the test of time and remains etched in the collective memory. Following the success of the first edition of the PRX Goldorak released in 2024, the legend returns like a comet of nostalgia, the fruit of decades of imagination and innovation to inspire again and again.
The world’s leading high-quality products group, LVMH Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton, recorded revenue of €58.1 billion in the first nine months of 2025. LVMH showed good resilience and maintained its powerful innovative momentum despite a disrupted geopolitical and economic environment.
This year, as part of its Ocean Commitment – an initiative encompassing all the brand’s efforts to help preserve the oceans – Blancpain reiterated its commitment to the Ocean Photographer of the Year competition, which rewards the most remarkable ocean photos.
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