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Louis Erard Unveils the Limited-Edition Gravée Main

Since 2021, Louis Erard has been redefining the boundaries of Métiers d’Art, from Grand Feu enamel and guilloché to wood marquetry, and soon, gold wire inlay. Now, Gravée Main opens a new chapter, paying tribute to one of the oldest crafts in watchmaking hand engraving.
Gravée Main represents a new milestone in Louis Erard’s Métiers d’Art series. This limited edition of 99 unique timepieces places hand engraving at center stage, with every metal element entirely engraved and finished by hand, a meticulous process that requires more than 50 hours of work. 

News Breguet Announces the Appointment of Gregory Kissling as its New CEO

Replacing Lionel a Marca, and beginning a new chapter with the brand

Breguet and its President Marc Hayek have announced the appointment of Gregory Kissling as its new CEO. Kissling will succeed Lionel a Marca, who has served as CEO since 2021. Marca is reportedly transitioning to a new role at Blancpain, while also taking on responsibilities overseeing manufacturing for the Swatch Group’s high-end division, which owns both Breguet and Blancpain.

 

Gregory Kissling, a Swiss microtechnology engineer with an MBA and a Master’s degree in Luxury Management, began his career at Cartier as a movement designer, eventually overseeing all calibers. In 2004, he joined Omega, where his influence steadily grew, culminating in his appointment to the brand's management team in 2014. By 2022, he had risen to Vice President of Product Development, playing a key role in the launch of several iconic timepieces, including the revival of Caliber 321 and the creation of the widely recognized Speedmaster Snoopy, among others. 

 

As of October 1, 2024, Kissling has been appointed CEO of the prestigious House of Breguet, where he will report directly to President Marc Hayek. His leadership is anticipated to bring new innovations and ideas, continuing the legacy of the brand’s founder, the French master watchmaker Abraham-Louis Breguet.


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