Baselworld 2012 Closes with Strong Results, Upbeat and Confident

Business was brisk at Baselworld 2012 and the attitude of both exhibitors and buyers was upbeat and confident.

A fractured arm kept me from attending Baselworld this year Fortunately, veteran watch journalist, William George Shuster, kindly agreed to take time from his busy schedule to write a few stories from the tradeshow. Below is his fourth and final report.

By William George Shuster

Baselworld 2012 Closes with Strong Results, Upbeat and Confident

Business was brisk at Baselworld 2012 and the attitude of both exhibitors and buyers was upbeat and confident.

A fractured arm kept me from attending Baselworld this year Fortunately, veteran watch journalist, William George Shuster, kindly agreed to take time from his busy schedule to write a few stories from the tradeshow. Below is his fourth and final report.

By William George Shuster

Baselworld 2012: End of an Era; Baselworld 2013: A new era begins

Inside Hall 1, the Hall of Dreams, where all the major watch brands at Baselworld 2012 are located. There will be changes among the exhibitors.

A fractured arm kept me from attending Baselworld this year. Fortunately, I know some of the best writers and experts in the jewelry and watch industry. One of those folks is William George Shuster who has kindly agreed to take time from his busy

Baselworld 2012: End of an Era; Baselworld 2013: A new era begins

Inside Hall 1, the Hall of Dreams, where all the major watch brands at Baselworld 2012 are located. There will be changes among the exhibitors.

A fractured arm kept me from attending Baselworld this year. Fortunately, I know some of the best writers and experts in the jewelry and watch industry. One of those folks is William George Shuster who has kindly agreed to take time from his busy

Jean Claude Biver Resigns as Hublot CEO

Jean Claude Biver and Ricardo Guadalupe

Jean Claude Biver, one of the most influential persons in the Swiss watch industry, is stepping down as CEO of Hublot. 

He is being replaced as CEO by Ricardo Guadalupe, former Hublot managing director and personal friend of Biver with whom he has been working with for nearly 20 years. The change became effective January 1.

The company in a statement

Jean Claude Biver Resigns as Hublot CEO

Jean Claude Biver and Ricardo Guadalupe

Jean Claude Biver, one of the most influential persons in the Swiss watch industry, is stepping down as CEO of Hublot. 

He is being replaced as CEO by Ricardo Guadalupe, former Hublot managing director and personal friend of Biver with whom he has been working with for nearly 20 years. The change became effective January 1.

The company in a statement

Frédérique Constant’s Heart Beat Manufacture GMT Automatic

Swiss watch brand Frédérique Constant has released the newest member of its Heart Beat collection, the Heart Beat Manufacture GMT Automatic.
The new collection comprises of six models, each available in a limited edition of 1,888 pieces for the stainless steel versions and 188 pieces for the 18k gold versions. The calibre (cal FC-938)  contains a new second time zone functionality and a 42-hour

Frédérique Constant’s Heart Beat Manufacture GMT Automatic

Swiss watch brand Frédérique Constant has released the newest member of its Heart Beat collection, the Heart Beat Manufacture GMT Automatic.
The new collection comprises of six models, each available in a limited edition of 1,888 pieces for the stainless steel versions and 188 pieces for the 18k gold versions. The calibre (cal FC-938)  contains a new second time zone functionality and a 42-hour

Miss Earth Nicole Faria is Frédérique Constant’s New Brand Ambassador

Swiss watch brand Frédérique Constant went to India to sign its newest global brand ambassador, Miss Earth Nicole Faria.

The beauty queen is more than just a pretty face. She is a strong conservationist and environmentalist actively involved with earth-related initiatives. The Geneva-based watch brand recently announced this partnership in Mumbai where it presented Faria a special Chocolate

Miss Earth Nicole Faria is Frédérique Constant’s New Brand Ambassador

Swiss watch brand Frédérique Constant went to India to sign its newest global brand ambassador, Miss Earth Nicole Faria.

The beauty queen is more than just a pretty face. She is a strong conservationist and environmentalist actively involved with earth-related initiatives. The Geneva-based watch brand recently announced this partnership in Mumbai where it presented Faria a special Chocolate

Swatch Group Sales So Strong it’s Having Trouble Meeting Demand

Swatch Group, the world's largest watchmaker, enjoyed double-digit sales growth in February, continuing the strong trend seen the month before, Reuters and other media outlets report. Even the immediate issue facing the Swiss-based company is show of its strength. It needs to hire more people and expand its production facilities because it’s facing difficulty meeting demand.

Swatch is looking

Swatch Group Sales So Strong it’s Having Trouble Meeting Demand

Swatch Group, the world's largest watchmaker, enjoyed double-digit sales growth in February, continuing the strong trend seen the month before, Reuters and other media outlets report. Even the immediate issue facing the Swiss-based company is show of its strength. It needs to hire more people and expand its production facilities because it’s facing difficulty meeting demand.

Swatch is looking