Louis Ferla, Managing Director of Cartier for the Middle East and India, says the Salon International de la haute Horlogerie (SIHH) will have a very strong statement of Cartier’s remarkable journey spanning over a century and a half of significant creativity of both movements and shapes. With its diverse and rich levels of consumers, Cartier appeals to a lot of different customers from different ages, origins and lifestyles. Arabian Watches & Jewellery Magazine meets Ferla to ascertain luxury watchmaker’s preparations and plans for the SIHH – an international platform where watchmakers and designers share their passion for watchmaking one-to-one. Excerpts: read more...

e (SIHH) is where brands premiere their latest watches and the result of years of intensive research. The SIHH is also where watchmakers and designers share their passion for watchmaking one-to-one. The Swiss luxury watchmaker and jeweller Piaget also aims to capitalize on this opportunity by presenting its exclusive and latest designs and products at the upcoming edition of SIHH. Piaget Chief Executive Officer Philippe Leopold Metzger reveals that the group will unveil a new line in the Black Tie Collection and will introduce a range of new jewellery and jewellery watches across the globe. Recognized as a great watchmaker and jeweller, Piaget, the firm eyes growth potential in Asia, South America and the Middle East, says Metzger. Below are excerpts from the interview with Metzger: read more...

Swatch Group reached the seven billion milestone for the first time, and generated gross sales of CHF 7 143 million, an increase of +21.7 percent at constant rates in comparison to 2010. read more...

According to the statement, the largest shareholders of Damas, Tawfique Abdullah, Tawhid Abdullah and Tamjid Abdullah are planning to sell some of the shares they own in the company. read more...

In a statement, Mannai Corporation has recently confirmed that it is considering making a cash offer for Damas in connection with the sale of some of the shares currently owned by the Abdullah Brothers in the high-end jewellery retailer. read more...

A delegation consisting of high level officials from Diamond Administration of China (DAC) has visited GJEPC end of December and met up with Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council’s (GJEPC) representatives to understand functioning of Indian Diamond Manufacturing Operations & seek cooperation in diamond business. read more...

Cartier has got a new address: 109 Allenby Street, the newest most sought-out luxury destination in Beirut. Still located in Downtown Beirut, the House moved from El Moutrane Street to Allenby Street, offering 350 square-meters of ultimate magic and elegance with iconic Cartier creations of jewellery, watches, high-end creative perfumery and stylish accessories. read more...

On the occasion of the event that kicks off the racing calendar, the Meydan Masters presented by Longines, twelve of the world’s best jockeys competed against each other on one foremost stage after excelling at an assortment of chief events during the year. read more...

Hublot is pleased to announce that Mr. Ricardo Guadalupe, former Managing Director of the brand and personal friend of Mr. Jean Claude Biver with whom he has been working since nearly 20 years, has been appointed Chief Executive Officer effective January 1, 2012. read more...

CHANEL chose Camille Lacourt, a promising young swimmer, a back-stroke specialist, to be the Ambassador of the J12 watch; he gained international recognition when he won 3 gold medals at the 2010 European Championships. read more...

celebrate the success of Richard III performances in Doha at the Four Seasons hotel. read more...

In commemoration of the year that marked both AC Milan’s 18th Scudetto title and the 80th anniversary of the iconic Reverso watch, Jaeger-LeCoultre is proud to have been selected to canonize the latest success of the world’s most titled club and welcomed AC Milan’s legendary coach, Massimiliano Allegri, in an exclusive event at their boutique in the Dubai Mall on the 3rd of January, 2012. read more...

Vacheron Constantin has supported the City of Geneva’s Musee d’Art et d’Histoire on the occasion of the “Watchmaking in Geneva. read more...

Ralph Lauren Corporation announced it has partnered with the St. Moritz Polo World Cup on Snow as Team Sponsor and Official Outfitter for 2012. read more...

The dazzling fire of this purple Paraiba tourmaline enhanced by white diamonds is truly mesmerising. The daring structure of this jewellery creation features an asymmetrical touch and curving lines tracing upstrokes and downstrokes that are reminiscent of the art of calligraphy read more...

The iconic Lange 1 was introduced at the beginning of the new Lange era in 1994, and has since become A. Lange & Sohne’s most revered timepiece. read more...

To celebrate Valentine’s Day and Chinese New Year 2012, Louis Vuitton launches two new limited edition models. 2012 design pays tribute to the deep feelings of desire and attraction. read more...

Damas has introduced the latest collection of Pasquale Bruni called Liberty, which is now available at Damas Les Exclusive boutiques across Dubai. read more...

GJEPC’s 5th edition of Signature 2012 India International Jewellery Show concludes with pomp and splendour, showcasing the world’s best and finest gems and jewellery across 2,200 sq. mts of space in the financial and commercial capital of India – Mumbai. read more...

The Doha Jewellery and Watches Exhibition is an unprecedented artisan exhibition of jewellery and watches held annually in Qatar to attract world-known jewellers, watch exhibitors and enthusiasts. read more...

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