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Apple’s carbon neutral claims refuted in Europe

Published: October 26, 2023

Apple’s recent claim of carbon neutrality has been refuted by European environmental and consumer groups. Read More...

Watch brand Citizen joins Leather Working Group

Published: April 19, 2023

As of April 1, 2023, Citizen Watch has joined the Leather Working Group (LWG) and committed to the use of sustainable leather. Read More...

AQC to launch alligator strap LCA project

Published: March 30, 2023

The Association Pour Ľ Assurance Qualité Des Fabricants De Bracelets Cuir (AQC) has announced an event to kick off a life cycle analysis (LCA) project for alligator leather watch straps. Read More...

AQC launches chromium VI quick test

Published: December 16, 2022

The Association Pour Ľ Assurance Qualité Des Fabricants De Bracelets Cuir (AQC) has announced a new rapid test to detect chromium VI in leather and leather watch straps.

Kering sells Girard-Perregaux and Ulysse Nardin watch brands

Published: January 25, 2022

Kering has announced an agreement to sell its 100% stake in Sowind Group SA, which owns the Swiss watch manufacturers Girard-Perregaux and Ulysse Nardin, to the company’s current management.

Swiss watch exports remain focussed on China

Published: November 2, 2020

In September, the trend in Swiss watch exports was identical to the previous month, with China continuing to stand out from other markets.

Lower Swiss watch exports in 2019

Published: January 30, 2020

Swiss watch exports are said to have been particularly impacted by increased competition, both in the higher value segment and at entry level, with overall performance varying significantly among different players, markets and product categories.

Swiss luxury watch exports rise again in October

Published: December 11, 2019

Swiss watch exports passed the CHF 2 billion mark in October, recording a 1.5% increase compared with the same month in 2018.

Swiss watch exports return to growth in September

Published: October 22, 2019

Swiss watch exports increased 10.2% in value in September to CHF1.8 billion (US$1.82 billion).

AQC hosts second International Multi-Stakeholder meeting

Published: February 22, 2019

Switzerland-based international association of leather bracelet manufacturers, AQC, discussed the sustainable development goals for sourcing crocodile skins during a meeting held in Milan on February 19.