Known for its creativity, aesthetic designs and pure luxury, Bulgari – part of LVMH is growing by leaps and bunds under the leadership of Francesco Trapani. The Italian luxury watchmaker has been setting the benchmark in the industry – and that too – since 1884. During the recent financial crisis, Bulgari achieved better turnover and higher profitability, reflecting the strong loyalty of its clientele. It achieved double-digit increase in sales in all segments with overall growth rate of 20.5 per cent during Q4 2010. On March 7, 2010, Bulgari took a significant step selling 50 per cent stake to the French luxury products maker LVMH Moet Hennessy Louis Vuitton SA. Arabian Watches and Jewellery Magazine is proud to reveal that it’s the first publication to bring you exclusive interview of Trapani following the merger. Trapani, who was instrumental in the whole merger process and is also expected to play a vital role in the post-merger period, shares with us further growth prospects for the company. Excerpts: read more...

During the year 2010, Swiss watch sector exported the equivalent of 16.2 billion francs, 2.9 billion more than the previous year. read more...

Paris police have recently found jewellery worth Euro18M ($25 million) hidden in a Paris rain sewer, part of the spectacular 2008 heist from Harry Winston's Paris boutique. read more...

Bernard Arnault, the founder, chairman, and CEO of the famed luxury goods corporation - LVMH, has jumped three places to become the fourth richest man in the world, according to Forbes list of billionaires for 2011. read more...

HUBLOT kicks off its campaign for the 2014 FIFA World Cup, an international association football tournament that is scheduled to take place in June and July 2014 in Brazil. read more...

For its first participation in Art Dubai, to be held on March 16 to 19 2011, the Foundation Cartier pour l’art contemporain is presenting the Cartier Column by Italian artist and designer Alessandro Mendini together with eight original drawings by Moebius. read more...

Duometre a Quantieme Lunaire timepiece by Jaeger-LeCoultre took the first place at the 2010 TimeZone.com Watch of the Year competition following the online community voting that ended on March 3, 2011. read more...

Manuel Emch, CEO of Romain Jerome SA has announced the signing of a character license agreement with TAITO Corporation (TAITO), authorizing the manufacture of a SPACE INVADERS ® - themed timepieces. read more...

Ahmed Seddiqi & Sons will be taking part in Careers UAE 2011, the primary recruitment, education and training event geared exclusively at UAE Nationals. read more...

Jennifer Lopez wore the Crystal Haze Caged Cuff set with Hematite and White Diamonds, Vortex Skinny Cuff set with White and Black Diamonds, Classic Crystal Haze Ring set with Hematite and White Diamonds, Vortex Cigar Band with White and Black Diamonds, In Deep Spider Crab Band Ring with White Diamonds and the In Deep Spider Crab Stone Ring set with Hematite and White Diamonds in her role as a judge on American Idol. read more...

Certina has announced the new partnership with Ole Einar Bjorndalen as brand ambassador. read more...

The Swiss fashion watch brand Swatch has launched “The Way to Love” collection for Valentine’s Day. read more...

Tiffany Watch Co. Ltd has presented the new Atlas Cocktail in black. Its shimmering black lacquered dial, full cut diamonds and distinctive Roman numerals give the new Atlas Cocktail the lustrous glow of glamour and sophistication. read more...

Blacksand, a new brand founded by Alain Mouawad will unveil its first Uniformity collection at BASELWORLD 2011. read more...

For the second consecutive year, Officine Panerai was the “Supporting Partner” of the 19th Dubai International Boat Show which took place at the Dubai International Marine Club - Mina Siyahi from March 1 to March 5, 2011. read more...

The International Jewellery & Watch Show Abu Dhabi (JWS), an exclusive and high-end jewellery and watch event will be held from October 17 to 21, 2011 in Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Center (ADNEC). read more...

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