Sustainability: a drop in the ocean?
The One Ocean Summit in Brest aims to mobilise the international community to take tangible action to save the ocean. Yet another emergency for the stricken planet. Part one: taking stock.
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Luxury, biodiversity and the sixth mass extinction
At five points in the past 500 million years, life on Earth was almost completely wiped out. We are now on the brink of a sixth mass extinction, and we are the cause. Can humans right their wrongs? The luxury industry must lead by example.
Mars calling
Konstantin Chaykin knows that a mission to Mars demands meticulous planning, including the development of a mechanical watch that will function reliably and autonomously both in space and on Mars.
A shield for Omega's Central Tourbillon
The De Ville Tourbillon Limited Edition is fitted with a Co-Axial Master Chronometer movement that withstands magnetic fields of up to 15,000 gauss.
Watches of Switzerland Group thinks big
It's now a case of size matters in the watch industry, both for manufacturers and for retailers. The UK-based Watches of Switzerland Group is an excellent example, as its share price confirms.
Zenith delves further into its past
Zenith presents the Chronomaster Revival “Shadow”, inspired by a little-known prototype from 1970.
Breitling and the emotional appeal of "modern retro"
At the online presentation of the brand's first new releases for 2020, Georges Kern gave insight into Breitling, a brand he's led for three years, and the chaotic environment of the past months.
"Made to measure" by Glashütte Original
With a new concept of high-end customisation, Glashütte Original offers the possibility to personalise its timepieces with sparkling precious stones. After a successful introduction in China, the brand will offer this new service worldwide.
