Market News

Gems worth £380,000 were stolen from De Beers

The gang behind a smash and grab raid on an exclusive jewellery store stole valuables with an estimated retail value of £380,000, police statement said. The thieves snatched the haul from the De Beers store in the Royal Exchange shopping complex in London through unlocked rear security gates. Further, one source said the gang also grabbed some watches from a branch of Omega almost as an after-thought in the five-minute raid.

Rolls-Royce sales increased by 200 percent

During the first half of the year, Abu Dhabi Motors, the sole dealer of Rolls-Royce Motors Cars in Abu Dhabi and Al Ain increased its sales of Rolls-Royce vehicles in comparison to the same period in 2009 by more than 200 percent, Arno Husselmann, General Manager of Abu Dhabi Motors, said. This achievement was particularly attributed to the arrival of the new Rolls-Royce Ghost and sustained demand for unique bespoke Phantom vehicles, he added.

Company News

Hublot will be the official timekeeper of the Ski World Championships in 2011

Hublot has announced its partnership with the Alpine ski world championships and the Nordic ski world championships in 2011. The watch brand is reinforcing its involvement with the world of skiing. Already partnered with the enfant terrible of skiing, the American Bode Miller, Hublot is also sponsoring Dario Cologna, the best Swiss cross-country skier ever.

Hermes opens store in Beirut

Hermes Boutique has announced the opening of its first store in Beirut Souks on July 30^th 2010, in partnership with Galop SAL. Many attended the opening including Prime Minister Saad Hariri and world renowned Lebanese designer Elie Saab and his wife. The store has been designed by RDAI, the Paris-based interior architecture agency founded by Rena Dumas, which handles the design of all Hermes stores worldwide.

Christie’s Dubai to offer collection of jewellery parures

Christie’s has announced the sale of the largest private collection of jewellery parures will come to auction on 27 October 2010 at the Jumeirah Emirates Towers Hotel in Dubai. The Jumeirah Emirates Tower’s Hotel view will be ablaze with these sumptuous suites of jewellery, set with a total of 2,180 carats of rubies, 1,970 carats of emeralds, 1,630 carats of sapphires and 6,460 carats of diamonds from October 24 to 27.

Asprey announces new Creative Director

John Rigas, Chairman of Asprey International announced that Bruce Hoeksema has joined Asprey as Creative Director to oversee all product design as well as interiors and creative. Bruce Hoeksema looks forward to working with Asprey and bringing a modern take to the rich archives of designs as well as introducing new collections.

Judith Ripka and Shoshanna Announce Jewellery Collaboration

Fashion designer Shoshanna Gruss recently launched her first jewellery collection Shoshanna’s Fashion Jewellery Essentials. Collaboration with friend and mentor Judith Ripka, this exciting new line will feature an eclectic assortment of pieces that feature the designers’ love for rich colour, distinctive details and the philosophy that jewellery is an expression of a woman’s personal style.

Product Launch

A. Lange & Sohne presents MOONPHASE Watches

A. Lange & Sohne has presented the 1815 Moonphase watches. This is an incredible feat, even for the master watchmakers at A. Lange & Sohne, who realise the significance of the lunar calendar across the globe, and specifically in the Middle East with reference to the Muslim holy month of Ramadan.

Boucheron introduces Bestiaire Lemur Pendant

From one of the most endearing species in the animal kingdom, Boucheron has introduced the Bestiaire Lemur Pendant. The pendant delicately dangles from a white gold chain covered in black and blue sapphires with yellow-green peridot eyes and wrapping its body and tail around the necklace as if perched on a tree branch.

TAG Heuer F1 Lady Steel & Ceramic Lady TAG Heuer Sunglasses by Maria Sharapova

Louis Vuitton unveils Tambour in Black Power Reserve

Part of the Tambour in Black Collection, Louis Vuitton Tambour In Black Power Reserve features a power reserve indicator located in the lower section of the dial and a large date window at 12 o’clock. The strap pairs steel and rubber to give the Tambour In Black its contemporary style. This timepiece will be available in October 2010.

Porsche Design introduces P'6612 Dashboard Le Mans 1970 Limited Edition

Limited to an edition of 917 pieces, the new Porsche Design P’6612 Dashboard Le Mans 1970 Limited Edition chronograph commemorates the fortieth anniversary of the first victory of a Porsche in sports car racing with the legendary Porsche 917. It includes a watch designed in the colours of the Porsche 917, a miniature car as well as a publication explaining this great history.

CONSUL presents Heritage 7315.04.AG.10.15

Watch maker CONSUL presents their new model from its popular Heritage Collection. Powered with a Swiss automatic movement, it has a power reserve of 43 hours and high resistant polished stainless steel case. This timepiece is water resistant to 30 M - 3 ATM (100 feet) and limited to only 888 pieces.

Exhibitions & Events

Golden CI & Packing Products Co., Ltd at 2010 Hong Kong Watch & Clock Fair

Golden CI & Packing Products Co., Ltd will have their booth at 3C-C16 during the 2010 Hong Kong Watch Fair on September 6 to 10 2010. Besides doing Watch displays, Golden CI & Packing Products Co., Ltd. is also a professional manufacturer specialized in providing LED Counters and LED Showcase for different trades.

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