Tag Archives: BaselWorld

Management shuffles continue for MCH Group

September 20, 2018

More changes are in the air for Baselworld’s organizer.

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René Kamm leaves MCH Group, Baselworld

August 7, 2018

In the wake of Swatch Group’s departure from Baselworld, René Kamm—CEO of the fair’s organizer, MCH Group—has resigned.

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Swatch Group drops out of Baselworld

July 30, 2018

Swatch Group—an international watch manufacturer responsible for more than 18 brands—has withdrawn from the annual Baselworld show.

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Baselworld 2018: Staying afloat in a changing market

June 20, 2018

As Baselworld enters its second century, one might expect it to carry an atmosphere of celebration and optimism. Instead, however, a dramatically reduced show size, perceived slower foot traffic, and shorter duration brought a buzz of uncertainty to this year’s edition.

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Baselworld managing director leaves the show

May 25, 2018

Sylvie Ritter, longtime managing director of Baselworld, has announced she will be departing her role with the trade show.

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Baselworld 2016: Hopes are high for a reinvigorated watch sector

June 13, 2016

Currency woes, increasing demand for smartwatches, and slower watch sales in China were some of the issues facing exhibitors and buyers alike at the 44th edition of Baselworld.
The eight-day fair opened under a haze of cautious optimism for a turnaround in consumer purchasing habits in the short term and greater demand for watches in traditionally strong markets.

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The buzz from Baselworld: Smartwatches and the Swiss franc take centre stage

July 1, 2015

Baselworld 2015 opened with its usual fanfare, but the strength of the Swiss franc against currencies like the euro may have put a slight damper on things.

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GIA, De Beers to speak on synthetics at Baselworld

March 5, 2015

Researchers from Gemological Institute of America (GIA) and De Beers Technologies UK will be leading a session on synthetic diamonds during the Baselworld show.

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BaselWorld 2014

July 1, 2014

Hakim El Kadiri walks the Rado booth at Baselworld with the air of a proud papa. With a couple dozen watches peeking out from various wall and standalone cases, he knows them all, inside and out. And so he should.

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BaselWorld unveils new look

May 21, 2013

More than 122,000 people from 100 countries attended BaselWorld 2013, up 17 per cent over 2012.

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