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The Hour Glass and the GPHG turn the spotlight on horology at the Saigon Opera House…
10.10.2024
This was a unique opportunity for the amateur public and watchmaking enthusiasts
in Vietnam. Organised by The Hour Glass from 8 to 10 October in Ho Chi Minh City
within the prestigious setting of the Saigon Opera House, the travelling
exhibition of the 90 timepieces nominated by the GPHG Academy pro...
suite...Christie’s Hong Kong presents the 90 watches nominated by the GPHG Academy
30.09.2024
The GPHG kicked off the first stage of its 2024 world tour on Saturday, 28
September, at the new headquarters of Christie’s Asia Pacific, located on the
sixth floor of The Henderson building. This exhibition, marking the first
partnership with the renowned auction house, invited visitors over three ...
suite...For the 24th edition of the GPHG, the Jury members are…
23.09.2024
Visit to discover the list of the 30 leading figures from the world of
watchmaking and the arts composing the GPHG 2024 Jury, chaired by Nick Foulkes.
Meeting behind closed doors a few days before the ceremony, the jurors will
physically assess the 90 timepieces nominated this year by the Academy,...
suite...GPHG 2024 - Official nominations and world tour
27.08.2024
This summer, the 980-strong GPHG Academy nominated 90 of the 273 timepieces
entered in this year's competition by 146 brands. Divided into 15 categories,
these watches are in the running to win one of the 20 prizes awarded to the
year’s finest watchmaking creations, including the prestigious “Aiguil...
suite...GPHG 2024 - Entries now open !
08.05.2024
Geneva, 8 May 2024 – Swiss and international watch brands are invited to take
part in the 24th edition of the Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de Genève by registering
their entries as of today on the digital platform provided for this purpose.
Entries are open until midnight on 21 June 2024.
The 24th edi...
suite...New features of the GPHG 24th edition
27.03.2024
Geneva, 27 March 2024 – An expanded Academy will highlight contemporary
watchmaking through new prizes and a focus on sustainability. Check out the list
of academy members on .
The Academy plays a key role in the operation of the GPHG. Its members annually
nominate the six timepieces that will go...
suite...GPHG ceremony - Wednesday 13 November 2024
08.02.2024
Geneva, 8 February 2024 - See you on Wednesday 13 November in Geneva’s Théâtre
du Léman for a further celebration of contemporary watchmaking excellence and
creativity.
In the meantime, the GPHG Academy members, of which the 2024 list will be
unveiled in March, will continue their mission by propos...
suite...After Dubai, the GPHG 2023 prize-winning timepieces are on show at the Kunsthaus in Zurich
02.12.2023
Zurich, 2 December 2023 – The exhibition presenting the prize-winning timepieces
in the 2023 edition of the Grand Prix d'Horlogerie de Genève (GPHG) opened
yesterday at the Kunsthaus Zürich. The exhibition, which offers an insight into
the captivating world of contemporary watchmaking and celebrates...
suite...The « Aiguille d’Or » goes to Audemars Piguet for the Code 11.59 by Audemars Piguet Ultra-Complication Universelle RD#4 watch
09.11.2023
François-Henry Bennahmias (CEO of Audemars Piguet); Juan Ciola (Head of
Communications of Tudor); Elie Bernheim (CEO of Raymond Weil); Mike France (CEO
and co-founder of Christopher Ward); Patrick Pruniaux (CEO of Ulysse Nardin);
Gaël Petermann et Florian Bédat (Founders of Petermann Bédat); Benjami...
suite...Three days to go… Join us live for the awards ceremony!
06.11.2023
Geneva, 6 November 2023 - On Thursday 9 November at 6.30pm, the 23rd Grand Prix
d’Horlogerie de Genève (GPHG) awards ceremony will be held at the Théâtre du
Léman in Geneva. Join host Edouard Baer and the industry's leading stakeholders
for an evening that will shine the spotlight on watchmaking ...
suite...Geneva celebrates watchmaking at the Musée Rath from 26 October to 12 November 2023
26.10.2023
Yesterday evening at the Musée Rath, the Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de Genève
(GPHG) Foundation inaugurated the exhibition presenting the timepieces nominated
by its Academy, within a bold scenography matching the prestige of this annual
gathering.
The 84 watches and 6 mechanical clocks presented a...
suite...The GPHG visits New York for the second time with Watches of Switzerland
23.10.2023
After an exhibition of the award-winning timepieces in 2021, the Grand Prix
d’Horlogerie de Genève returns to New York this year to present the 84 watches
nominated by its Academy. This exhibition, magnificently organised by Watches of
Switzerland from 19 to 22 October, welcomed the many watchmakers...
suite...EXPOSITION DU GPHG A GENÈVE Découvrez les activités culturelles autour de l’horlogerie
23.10.2023
Le Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de Genève exposera les 84 montres et les 6 horloges
mécaniques présélectionnées par l’Académie du GPHG au Musée Rath à Genève du 26
octobre au 12 novembre 2023.En parallèle de l’exposition rassemblant les plus
beaux garde-temps de l’année, le GPHG propose un vaste progr...
suite...Watchmaking challenge: A Swiss watch assembled at 30,000 ft of altitude between Geneva and New York
23.10.2023
Geneva, October 19th 2023 - A watch was assembled for the first time at an
altitude of over 30,000 ft, thanks to a unique collaboration between Geneva
Tourism and Swiss International Air Lines (SWISS). On board the flight that
con...
suite...A notable first exhibition in Malaysia
10.10.2023
After Macao and Hong Kong, the world tour of the 84 watches nominated by the
Grand Prix d'Horlogerie de Genève (GPHG) Academy was masterfully hosted in Kuala
Lumpur by The Hour Glass. The GPHG was stopping off in Malaysia for the first
time, and the crowds were out in force.
"The GPHG is a distinct...
suite...The exhibition of nominated watches has won over Macao and Hong Kong
02.10.2023
The Asian watchmaking scene was thrilled by the presentation in Macao (25-26
September) and Hong Kong (28 September - 1 October) of the 84 watches in the
running for the 2023 edition of the Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de Genève (GPHG).
These exhibitions, offering a unique panorama of contemporary watchm...
suite...Discover the 2023 GPHG Jury chaired by Nick Foulkes
28.09.2023
The composition of the Jury for the 23rd Grand Prix d'Horlogerie de Genève
(GPHG) is unveiled on gphg.org today. The 30 international personalities from
the world of watchmaking and the arts composing the 2023 Jury will meet behind
closed doors a few days before the GPHG awards ceremony, under the g...
suite...GPHG 2023 Nominations and world tour
30.08.2023
The 850 members of the GPHG Academy rendered their verdict this summer. Using
digital means and under notarial supervision, they nominated 90 timepieces.
These 84 watches and 6 clocks are in the running to win one of the 20 prizes at
this 23rd edition of the GPHG, including the prestigious “Aig...
suite...GPHG 2023 – Open for entries!
08.05.2023
Geneva, 8 May 2023 – The Foundation of the Grand Prix d'Horlogerie de Genève
(GPHG) is delighted to announce that entries for the 2023 edition are open for
all Swiss and international watch brands, until 23 June, via the dedicated
digital platform.
Each year, the GPHG and its Academy reward excelle...
suite...Curtains up on the members of the GPHG 2023 Academy A resolutely youth-oriented cohort
16.03.2023
New members are joining the GPHG Academy this year, bringing the total number of
members worldwide to 827. The 2023 cohort also includes 35 young people aged 25
and under.
This year, the GPHG wanted to open up the Academy to the vibrancy of youth by
creating a college dedicated to young people unde...
suite...Upcoming GPHG ceremony, 9 November 2023
08.02.2023
Geneva, 8 February 2023 - An annual celebration of contemporary watchmaking
excellence and creativity, the 23rd Grand Prix d'Horlogerie de Genève (GPHG)
awards ceremony will take place on Thursday 9 November 2023 at the Théâtre du
Léman in Geneva.
In the run-up to this key event in the internatio...
suite...A first for the GPHG in New York
05.12.2022
Geneva, 5 December 2022 - The prize-winning watches of the 2022 edition of the
Grand Prix d'Horlogerie de Genève (GPHG) were exhibited in New York from 1 to 4
December in Watches of Switzerland’s splendid Soho building.
The long-awaited arrival of the GPHG in the United States was magnificently
orc...
suite...2022 PRIZE LIST – GPHG MB&F WINS THE “AIGUILLE D’OR” GRAND PRIX
10.11.2022
2022 PRIZE LIST – GPHG
MB&F WINS THE “AIGUILLE D’OR” GRAND PRIX
Geneva, 10 November 2022 – Eagerly awaited each year by watchmaking
professionals and enthusiasts, the 22nd awards ceremony of the Grand Prix
d’Horlogerie de Genève, poetically hosted by Edouard Baer, was held on Thursday
10 Nov...
suite...The GPHG Awards Ceremony is almost here! Join us live from 6.30 pm on Thursday 10 November
07.11.2022
Geneva, 7 November 2022 – The 22nd Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de Genève (GPHG)
awards ceremony will take place on Thursday 10 November at the Théâtre du Léman
in Geneva. Tune in to see host Edouard Baer along with the major industry
stakeholders taking part in this unmissable watchmaking celebration...
suite...Garde-temps contemporains et pendules historiques d’exception à voir au Musée Rath de Genève
02.11.2022
Geneva, 2 November 2022 – After New Dehli and Casablanca, it is in the
prestigious setting of the Musée Rath in Geneva that the timepieces from more
than 50 brands and nominated by the Academy of the Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de
Genève (GPHG) will be on display from 2 to 20 November.
This exceptiona...
suite...A first for the GPHG on the African continent
24.10.2022
Othman Benjelloun, President of BANK OF AFRICA and Raymond Loretan, President of
the GPHG Foundation
Geneva, 21 October 2022 - After a stopover in New Delhi, the watches nominated
by the Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de Genève (GPHG) Academy can be admired until 23
October at the Villa Roosevelt in Casab...
suite...Watches nominated by the GPHG Academy on show in India
10.10.2022
Geneva, 10 October 2022 – The first stage in the 2022 travelling exhibition of
the Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de Genève (GPHG) was inaugurated with all due pomp
and ceremony yesterday evening in New Delhi.
The watches preselected by the GPHG Academy were the focus of attention among
watch lovers thi...
suite...Announcement of the composition of the 2022 GPHG Jury and its President
06.10.2022
Geneva, October 6, 2022 - The Foundation of the Grand Prix d'Horlogerie de
Genève (GPHG) is pleased and honoured to announce today the composition of the
Jury for the 22nd edition of the GPHG. Historian, author and journalist, Nick
Foulkes will chair the next Jury that will unite the expertise of 30...
suite...Check out the Academy's nominees
01.09.2022
Geneva, 1 September 2022 - The GPHG Academy held its first vote this summer. The
Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de Genève Foundation is now unveiling the official list
of nominees for 2022 on .
The 650 members of the Academy, representing the various sectors of the
profession, selected 90 timepieces ...
suite...GPHG 2022 - Open for entries!
10.05.2022
Geneva, 10 May 2022 - Swiss and international watch brands are invited to submit
their entries as of today for the 22nd edition of the Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de
Genève (GPHG).
Geneva, 10 May 2022 - Swiss and international watch brands are invited to submit
their entries as of today for the 22nd ...
suite...GPHG – What’s new in 2022?
29.03.2022
Geneva, 29 March 2022 – The 2022 edition of the GPHG begins with the proposals
of the members of the Academy and is marked by some significant new features:
A new "Mechanical Clock" category opens the competition to time-measuring
instruments such as longcase clocks and table clocks.
The Chrono...
suite...The GPHG Academy, a success story!
17.03.2022
Geneva, Thursday 17 March 2022 - Now in its third year of existence, the GPHG
Academy has over 650 members! Rapidly adopted by the watchmaking world, this
vast network encompassing ambassadors of the passion for watchmaking is growing
in number and skills to reinforce its role in highlighting the in...
suite...SAVE THE DATE - 10 November 2022, GPHG Awards Ceremony
17.01.2022
Geneva, 17 January 2022 - The 2022 Grand Prix d'Horlogerie de Genève (GPHG)
awards ceremony will take place on Thursday 10 November at the Théâtre du Léman
in Geneva.
For the 22nd consecutive year, this unmissable event will salute the excellence
and creativity of contemporary watchmaking. In the...
suite...Twenty years after its launch, the Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de Genève explores new horizons
10.01.2022
The GPHG Academy, launched in 2020, will enable it to write the next chapters of
its history.
By Raymond Loretan
Solidarity flows from the very spirit of the Grand Prix.
Entering the competition that distinguishes the most accomplished creations
means
taking part in the international influence of...
suite...2021 GPHG winners on show in Paris
06.12.2021
Geneva, December 6, 2021 - The new Chronext Lounge on Rue Marbeuf in Paris
hosted the 18 prize-winning watches of the 2021 Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de
Genève (GPHG) edition, from December 2 to 5. The specialised press was present
at the opening, where collectors and enthusiasts had a chance to di...
suite...GPHG winners at Dubai Watch Week 2021
30.11.2021
Geneva, November 30, 2021 - The winning watches of the 18 prizes of the 2021
edition of the Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de Genève (GPHG) were exhibited from
November 24 to 28 at the Dubai Watch Week, the leading event for the watch
industry in the Middle East.
Inviting not only professionals but als...
suite...The « Aiguille d’Or » goes to Bulgari for the Octo Finissimo watch
04.11.2021
GPHG 2021 PRIZE LIST
BULGARI WINS THE “AIGUILLE D’OR” GRAND PRIX
Jean-Christophe Babin (CEO of Bulgari) ; Hind Seddiqi (Director General of Dubai
Watch Week) ; Lititia Zhang Berruex (Representative of CIGA design in
Switzerland) ; Eric Pirson (Director of Tudor) ; Jean Arnault (Marketing and
Pro...
suite...J – 3 See you as of 6.30pm on Thursday November 4 to discover the winners of the GPHG 2021!
01.11.2021
Geneva, November 1, 2021 – The awards ceremony for the 2021 edition of the Grand
Prix d’Horlogerie de Genève (GPHG) will take place on Thursday November 4 at the
Théâtre du Léman in Geneva, attended by representatives of the great watchmaking
family gathered to celebrate the excellence and vita...
suite...Twenty years – 20 “Aiguilles d’Or” Grand Prix winners and 84 finalists on show in Geneva
22.10.2021
Geneva, October 22, 2021 – The Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de Genève (GPHG)
celebrated its 20th anniversary this evening – amid a joyful, fun atmosphere of
renewed face-to-face encounters – as it marked the opening of its Geneva
exhibition at the Musée Rath. This exceptional exhibition celeb...
suite...Finalists of the GPHG’s 2021 edition on show in St. Petersburg
14.10.2021
Vladimir Voronchenko, Director of the Fabergé Museum; Raymond Loretan, Chairman
of the GPHG; Krystyna Marty-Lang, Swiss Ambassador; Viktor Vekselberg, Chairman
of the Supervisory Board of the Link of Times Foundation; Carine Maillard,
Director of the GPHG.
St. Petersburg, October 13, 2021 –...
suite...An exceptional Jury for the 2021 edition of the GPHG
14.10.2021
Geneva, October 12, 2021 - The composition of the 2021 GPHG Jury is officially
revealed today on Gphg.org. Uniting the expertise of 30 personalities from the
world of art and watchmaking, it will officiate under its new president Nick
Foulkes to determine the 2021 prize list.
At the begi...
suite...The GPHG celebrates its 20th anniversary with exceptional exhibitions!
22.09.2021
Geneva, September 23, 2021 - On the occasion of its 20th anniversary, the Grand
Prix d'Horlogerie de Genève (GPHG) is bringing together for the first time the
watches that have won the “Aiguille d'Or” best-in-show award since the GPHG was
created in 2001: twenty exceptional timepieces test...
suite...The GPHG Academy has delivered its verdict! - Check out the 2021 official nominations
08.09.2021
Geneva, September 8, 2021 - The Foundation of the Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de
Genève (GPHG) invites you to consult its gphg.org website to view the list of
watches nominated by the Academy for the 2021 edition of the GPHG.
Building on the contribution of over 500 significant stakeholders repres...
suite...Nick Foulkes appointed President of the GPHG Jury
06.09.2021
Geneva, September 6, 2021 - The Foundation of the GPHG (Grand Prix d'Horlogerie
de Genève) is delighted and honoured to announce the appointment of Nick Foulkes
as President of the Jury for the 2021 edition, thereby accentuating the
international reach of the GPHG.
Historian, writer and journalist...
suite...Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de Genève - The 2021 edition is open for entries
03.06.2021
Geneva, 3 June 2021 - Swiss and international watch brands are invited to submit
their entries for the 2021 edition of the Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de Genève
(GPHG) until 5 July 2021 via the dedicated digital platform.
The GPHG Academy, which was created last year and now brings together 500
stakeho...
suite...Launch of the 2021 edition of the GPHG
27.04.2021
500 Academicians enter the arena!
Geneva, April 27th 2021 - Before taking part in the voting to determine the
nominations and then the 2021 prize list, the members of the GPHG Academy are
invited as of today to propose the eligible watches they would like to see
participate in the competition thi...
suite...The GPHG Academy is growing!
30.03.2021
Check out the 2021 membership list.
Geneva, March 30th 2021 - The International Academy of the GPHG has been
enriched with new competencies by welcoming more than one hundred new members in
2021. Having thus reached a current total of 500 members for its second year in
existence, it represents a ...
suite...The « Aiguille d’Or » goes to Piaget for the Altiplano Ultimate Concept watch
12.11.2020
2020 PRIZE LIST – GPHG
PIAGET WINS THE “AIGUILLE D’OR” GRAND PRIX
Chabi Nouri (CEO of Piaget), Georges Kern (CEO de Breitling), Kari Voutilainen
(Owner and watchmaker), Karl-Friedrich Scheufele (President of Chronométrie
Ferdinand Berthoud), Jean-Christophe Babin (CEO of Bulgari), Roland Enderli...
suite...Geneva’s Musée d’Art et d’Histoire (MAH) hosts the 84 watches nominated for 2020 by the GPHG Academy
02.11.2020
Geneva’s Musée d’Art et d’Histoire (MAH) hosts the 84 watches nominated
for 2020 by the GPHG Academy
Geneva, October 31, 2020 - The roadshow presenting the 84 watches nominated by
the International Academy of the Grand Prix d'Horlogerie de Genève (GPHG) is
concluding its Swiss trip in Geneva. Af...
suite...Bucherer Zurich hosts the GPHG 2020 roadshow
26.10.2020
Bucherer Zurich hosts the GPHG 2020 roadshow
Geneva, October 23, 2020 - After a first stop-off in La Chaux-de-Fonds, the 84
watches nominated by the Academy of the Grand Prix d'Horlogerie de Genève (GPHG)
were on view in Zurich at the Bucherer boutique on Bahnhofstrasse from October
20 to 22, ...
suite...A major first in Bern GPHG watches on show at the Bellevue Palace hotel for three days.
21.10.2020
A major first in Bern
GPHG watches on show at the Bellevue Palace hotel for three days.
Geneva, October 21, 2020 – Currently on display in the Bucherer boutique in
Zurich, the 84 watches nominated by the Academy of the 2020 Grand Prix
d'Horlogerie de Genève (GPHG) will be exhibited in Bern in t...
suite...GPHG 2020 First exhibition in La Chaux-de-Fonds
19.10.2020
GPHG 2020
First exhibition in La Chaux-de-Fonds
La Chaux-de-Fonds, October 15, 2020 – The first stage of the 2020 travelling
exhibition of the Grand Prix d'Horlogerie de Genève (GPHG) kicked off yesterday
evening at the Musée International d'Horlogerie in La Chaux-de-Fonds.
Adapting to the cir...
suite...A “Swissified” roadshow and jury for the 2020 edition
13.10.2020
A “Swissified” roadshow and jury for the 2020 edition
Made of up more than 350 players from the main watchmaking sectors, the
international Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de Genève (GPHG) Academy was founded at
the start of 2020. In early September, it nominated for the first time the 84
timepieces that ...
suite...2020 nominations list - Check out the watches nominated by the new GPHG Academy
15.09.2020
Geneva, September 15, 2020. The Foundation of the Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de
Genève (GPHG) is publishing today on its gphg.org website the list of 84 watches
nominated by its Academy.
Created at the beginning of 2020, the GPHG Academy – encompassing more than 350
key players from the main sectors o...
suite...Through its “CI EXCLUSIVE PROPERTIES” division, the COMPTOIR IMMOBILIER strengthens its commitment to the GRAND PRIX D'HORLOGERIE DE GENÈVE (GPHG)
14.09.2020
Geneva, September 14, 2020 - The Foundation of the Grand Prix d'Horlogerie de
Genève is pleased to announce a new stage in its partnership with the Comptoir
Immobilier, which has been supporting the GPHG since 2011.
Through its prestige division named “CI Exclusive Properties”, the Comptoir
Immobil...
suite...Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de Genève 2020 - Open for entries
24.06.2020
Swiss and international watch brands are invited as of today to enter the 2020
edition of the GPHG, via a new digital platform. The cut-off date for entries is
July 31, 2020.
The GPHG Academy created at the start of 2020 and uniting 350 industry
stakeholders has kicked off this 20th edition by prop...
suite...Discover the 2020 member list of the new GPHG International Academy
08.04.2020
April 8th 2020 - Geneva. The Academy of the Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de Genève
(GPHG) has been established and already has 350 registered members for its first
year of existence. With the creation of this new Academy, the GPHG is
undertaking a major transformation of its selection and voting process,...
suite...The GPHG presents its project for an international watch industry Academy within the setting of the Dubai Watch Week
22.11.2019
On the eve of its 20th anniversary, the Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de Genève (GPHG)
is affirming its commitment to openness and innovation by announcing the
creation of an international watch industry Academy, operational as of May 2020.
This major initiative, in line with the unifying mission of ...
suite...The « Aiguille d’Or » goes to Audemars Piguet for the Royal Oak Selfwinding Perpetual Calendar Ultra-Thin watch
07.11.2019
The winners
2019 GRAND PRIX D’HORLOGERIE DE GENÈVE PRIZE-WINNERS
AUDEMARS PIGUET WINS THE “AIGUILLE D’OR” GRAND PRIX
Watchmaking excellence was honoured this Thursday November 7th in Geneva at the
19th Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de Genève (GPHG) prize-giving ceremony, brilliantly
hosted by actor Edo...
suite...Three days to go before the 19th Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de Genève announces its roster of prize-winners
04.11.2019
Three days to go before the 19th Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de Genève announces its
roster of prize-winners
The 2019 Geneva Watchmaking Grand Prix (GPHG) prize-giving ceremony will see
representatives of the international watchmaking profession gather in Geneva’s
Théâtre du Léman on Thursday November ...
suite...Fifth stage of the 2019 roadshow. The GPHG is staging a multi-facetted exhibition at the MAH, dedicated to the art of watchmaking
03.11.2019
Fifth stage of the 2019 roadshow
The GPHG is staging a multi-facetted exhibition at the MAH, dedicated to the art
of watchmaking
Geneva, November 1st 2019 - After Sydney, Bangkok, Mexico City and Puebla, the
84 watches pre-selected by the jury of the 19th Grand Prix d'Horlogerie de
Genève (GPHG) a...
suite...GPHG 2019 on show in Puebla, fourth stage in the 2019 roadshow
03.11.2019
GPHG 2019 on show in Puebla, fourth stage in the 2019 roadshow
Puebla, October 18th 2019 - After causing a sensation in Sydney, Bangkok and
Mexico City, the travelling exhibition presenting the 84 watches pre-selected by
the jury of the 19th Grand Prix d'Horlogerie de Genève Prix (GPHG) stops off i...
suite...The GPHG creates a sensation in Mexico, third stage of its 2019 roadshow
15.10.2019
Mexico, October 15th 2019 – After Sydney and Bangkok, the 84 watches
pre-selected by the jury of the 2019 Grand Prix d'Horlogerie de Genève (GPHG)
are on show in Mexico at the SIAR – Salón Internacional Alta Relojería – the
largest watch show in latin America, held from October 15th to 17th at the S...
suite...Bangkok, second stopover for the 2019 GPHG roadshow
07.10.2019
Bangkok, second stopover for the 2019 GPHG roadshow
Bangkok, October 3rd 2019 - After Australia, the 84 watches pre-selected for the
Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de Genève (GPHG) are stopping off in Bangkok. Like the
one in Sydney, this Thai stopover is a first for the GPHG, which has created
this exhib...
suite...GPHG 2019 Pre-selected watches on show in Australia
01.10.2019
GPHG 2019 - Pre-selected watches on show in Australia
Sydney, September 27th 2019 – The first stage of the 2019 Grand Prix
d’Horlogerie de Genève (GPHG) roadshow kicked off yesterday evening at the
Cruise Bar in Sydney.
This year, the GPHG has chosen to meet the expectations of the Australian m...
suite...Australia, Asia, Latin America, Middle East and of course Geneva...
22.08.2019
Australia, Asia, Latin America, Middle East and of course Geneva...
The 84 watches pre-selected by the jury of the GPHG 2019 will take part in an
exceptional world tour, meeting collectors, end customers and an audience of
Fine Watchmaking connoisseurs.
Open to all, these exhibitions celebrate con...
suite...The GPHG 2019 inaugurates new categories to meet watch industry trends witnessed since the start of the year
11.06.2019
The GPHG 2019 inaugurates new categories to meet watch industry trends witnessed
since the start of the year.
The GPHG is perpetually shifting, evolving and adapting. After the launch of the
19th edition on May 1st and with entries still open until the end of June, here
are the new features of the ...
suite...The « Aiguille d’Or » goes to Bovet 1822 for the Récital 22 Grand Récital watch
09.11.2018
The « Aiguille d’Or » goes to Bovet 1822 for the Récital 22 Grand Récital watch
Geneva, November 9th 2018 – the prize-winners of the 18th Grand Prix
d’Horlogerie de Genève (GPHG) were unveiled this evening on the stage of the
Théâtre du Léman.
Excellence, creativity and horological expertise were ...
suite...J-3 The 2018 GPHG ceremony is set to be vibrant and connected
07.11.2018
The 2018 GPHG ceremony is set to be vibrant and connected
The prize-winners of the 18th edition of the Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de Genève
(GPHG) will be announced on Friday November 9th in Geneva’s Théâtre du Léman, at
the eagerly awaited prize-giving ceremony. As master of ceremonies, the
Foundatio...
suite...2018 GRAND PRIX D’HORLOGERIE DE GENEVE Genève, fourth and last stage of the Roadshow
02.11.2018
2018 GRAND PRIX D’HORLOGERIE DE GENEVE Genève, fourth and last stage of the
Roadshow
The GPHG presents a multi-faceted collective exhibition dedicated to watchmaking
culture at the MAH Geneva, November 1st 2018 – After Venice, Hong Kong and
Singapore, the 72 watches pre-selected by the jury of the ...
suite...2018 GRAND PRIX D’HORLOGERIE DE GENEVE Singapore, third stopover for the Roadshow
19.10.2018
2018 GRAND PRIX D’HORLOGERIE DE GENEVE Singapore, third stopover for the
Roadshow
Malmaison by The Hour Glass in the heart of Orchard Road hosts the exceptional
exhibition featuring the 72 pre-selected watches
After Venice and Hong Kong, the 72 watches pre-selected by the jury of the 18th
Gra...
suite...2018 GRAND PRIX D’HORLOGERIE DE GENEVE Hong Kong, second stopover for the Roadshow
12.10.2018
2018 GRAND PRIX D’HORLOGERIE DE GENEVE Hong Kong, second stopover for the
Roadshow
The prestige “Liang Yi” art museum hosts the 72 pre-selected watches competing
for the “Aiguille d’Or” Grand Prix
After a sensational first appearance in Venice on September 28th, the Roadshow
presenting the 72 w...
suite...GPHG 2018 showcase at the Venetian Arsenal in partnership with BMW Italy
02.10.2018
GPHG 2018 showcase at the Venetian Arsenal in partnership with BMW Italy
A preview of the 72 watches pre-selected by the jury of the 2018 Grand Prix
d’Horlogerie de Genève (GPHG) was held on Friday September 28th, at an
exceptional event that saw 500 privileged guests gather in the magnificent...
suite...EDITORIAL BY RAYMOND LORETAN & CARINE MAILLARD
10.09.2018
EDITORIAL BY RAYMOND LORETAN & CARINE MAILLARD President and director of the
GPHG Foundation
Capturing the order governing the universe and testifying to the moment in hand.
Pushing technical and artistic frontiers. Combining precision with unbridled
creativity. This tricky high-wire act is the ...
suite...GPHG 2018 - The GPHG unveils its official 2018 pre-selection
03.09.2018
The jury of the 18th Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de Genève (GPHG) has delivered its
initial verdict: the Foundation of the Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de Genève (GPHG)
invites you to discover the official 2018 pre-selection on its gphg.org website.
The 72 pre-selected watches, divided into 12 categories, ar...
suite...Le Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de Genève pourrait devenir les Oscars internationaux de la montre
19.04.2018
Le nouveau président Raymond Loretan dévoile son projet pour la Fondation
organisatrice du Grand Prix d'Horlogerie de Genève.
Raymond Loretan, nouveau président de la Fondation du Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de
Genève (GPHG).
Contribuer encore plus au rayonnement de l’industrie horlogère en Suisse e...
suite...The "Aiguillet d'Or" goes to Chopard for the L.U.C Full Strike watch
08.11.2017
The prize-winners of the 17th Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de Genève (GPHG) were
revealed this Wednesday November 8th on the stage of Geneva’s Théâtre du Léman.
Watchmaking excellence, innovation and expertise were saluted by an
international jury that handed out 16 prizes and awarded the “Aiguille d’Or”...
suite...GPHG 2017 - La meilleure expo de tous les temps ?
02.11.2017
Passé, présent et futur de l’horlogerie s’exposent de manière exceptionnelle au
MAH de Genève jusqu’au 12 novembre. Visite impérative.
Pour son millésime 2017, l’exposition du Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de Genève
innove avec audace et change de dimension. Triple thématique et réalité
virtuelle sont ...
suite...Workshops and talks 2017
01.11.2017
GPHG exhibition - Geneva, Musée d’Art et d’Histoire (MAH)
November 1st to 12th 2017
As part of our Geneva exhibition presented the 2017 pre-selected watches, being
held in the MAH from November 1st to 12th, we are offering – in cooperation with
the FHH – the possibility of taking part free of charg...
suite...The Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de Genève organises an original exhibition at the Musée d’art et d’histoire in Geneva
01.11.2017
On Tuesday October 31st, at the Musée d’art et d’histoire in Geneva (MAH), the
Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de Genève (GPHG) officially inaugurated the fourth stage
of its 2017 travelling exhibition presenting the 72 watches pre-selected by the
jury of its 17th edition.
After Milan, Mexico and Taipei, t...
suite...First time ever in Mexico!
11.10.2017
On October 17 & 18, the 72 pre-selected timepieces of the GPHG 2017 will be
presented in Mexico for the first time - with the occasion of the SIAR, a very
prestigious Mexican showcase dedicated to fine watchmaking. Before this,
pre-selected timepieces will make a stopover at Berger Joyeros a famous ...
suite...GPHG 2017 - Il Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de Genève esposizione a Milano in partnership con BMW Italia per la seconda volta
03.10.2017
Il Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de Genève (GPHG), giunto alla sua 17° edizione, fa
sosta per il secondo anno in Italia portando all’apprezzamento di tutti gli
appassionati di orologeria, gli 72 orologi preselezionati da una giuria
internazionale. L’evento organizzato per il secondo anno in partnership co...
suite...Heading to Milano - Palazzo Clerici !
29.09.2017
The official GPHG 2017 pre-selection has been announced on September 1st, 2017
and Milano is the first leg of the international World Tour.
The pre-selected timepieces will be showcased right in the middle of the
prestigious Palazzo Clerici of Milano, at the Galleria Tiepolo. Not only great
private ...
suite...The official pre-selection GPHG 2017 is now announced and the World Tour is about to start!
15.09.2017
The official GPHG 2017 preselection has been announced on September 1st, 2017 –
opening therefore the opportunity to worldwide aficionados to follow the World
Tour and join in the various locations : Milano, Mexico (SIAR), Tapei (private
event), Geneva and Dubai !
The 72 pre-selected timepieces will...
suite...GPHG 2017 - 2017 official pre-selection
01.09.2017
PRE-SELECTION
The Foundation of the Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de Genève invites you to discover
the 72 timepieces pre-selected by the jury for this 17th edition of the GPHG.
The list is published today on our website.
JURY
This summer, our independent jury comprising 28 multi-disciplinary experts o...
suite...LGT Private Banking Commits to the GRAND PRIX D’HORLOGERIE DE GENEVE (GPHG)
15.02.2017
The Foundation of the Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de Genève is delighted to announce
its new partnership with LGT Private Banking. Deeply attached to conveying
excellence, reliability, innovation and the transmission of expertise, in a
spirit that is both family-oriented and entrepreneurial, LGT Private...
suite...GPHG 2016 in Dubai - successful closing exhibition for the winners
22.11.2016
With the occasion of the Dubai Watch Week held November 15 to 19, GPHG proudly
promoted fine watchmaking in a very refined and professional environment. The
#gphg2016 winning timepieces were presented at Dubai’s DIFC with the outstanding
support and help of the Seddiqi family. Dubai Watch Week is a ...
suite...The “Aiguille d’Or” goes to Ferdinand Berthoud for the Chronomètre Ferdinand Berthoud FB 1 watch
10.11.2016
The watchmaking art was in the spotlight this Thursday November 10th at the
Théâtre du Léman, on the occasion of the prize-giving ceremony for the 16th
Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de Genève (GPHG). Enriched by the varied competencies of
27 experts, the prestigious international jury of this 2016 edition...
suite...En prélude à la 16e cérémonie de remise des prix, les montres en lice pour gagner l’Aiguille d’Or sont à découvrir à Genève
03.11.2016
Après Séoul et Rome, le Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de Genève (GPHG) a inauguré
officiellement ce lundi 2 novembre à Genève son exposition itinérante présentant
les garde-temps préselectionnés par son jury 2016. Cette exposition, qui est
proposée au public genevois du 3 au 12 novembre à La Cité du Temps...
suite...GPHG 2016 - Il Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de Genève esposizione a Roma in partnership con BMW Italia
26.10.2016
Il Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de Genève (GPHG), giunto alla sua 16° edizione, fa
sosta per la prima volta a Roma con la sua mostra itinerante di 72 orologi
preselezionati da una giuria internazionale. L’evento organizzato in partnership
con BMW e con il concorso dell’Ambasciata di Svizzera a Roma, si t...
suite...International roadshow - Official catalogue 2016
15.09.2016
Each October and November, the Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de Genève organises a
series of exhibitions presenting the watches pre-selected for the competition
and subsequently the winners. These roadshows provide an international audience
of passionate enthusiasts and connoisseurs with a close-up view o...
suite...Official catalogue 2016 - Edito
10.09.2016
We are delighted to present herewith the 72 timepieces pre-selected by the jury
of this 16th Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de Genève (GPHG). They are competing in 12
categories to win one of the 15 prizes that will salute the year’s crop of
watchmaking expertise, excellence and creativity.
The 2016 prize...
suite...GPHG 2016 - 2016 official pre-selection
01.09.2016
The Foundation of the Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de Genève invites you to discover
the list of 72 timepieces pre-selected by the 2016 jury. This list is published
on the official GPHG website, , where watch enthusiasts are also invited to
express their opinion by participating in the Public Prize.
The...
suite...Dubai Watch Week and Grand Prix d’horlogerie de Genève reiterate their patnership in the second edition of the Dubai horological event.
09.08.2016
Following the unprecedented success of its inaugural edition, Dubai Watch Week,
organized by Ahmed Seddiqi & Sons is pleased to reiterate the experience. The
Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de Genève (GPHG), and various other partners will
support Dubai’s vision in becoming a global cultural and educational...
suite...The Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de Genève (GPHG) announces participants list for 2016 !
01.08.2016
This 16th edition of the GPHG once again promotes a unifying spirit bringing
together watch industry stakeholders – from the smallest to the most prestigious
brands – that thus enjoy an opportunity to present their latest creations on a
truly global stage. You can now access the participants list an...
suite...A feminine twist for the GPHG 2016 Jury !
21.07.2016
The GPHG 2016 is giving a feminine twist to his team of experts and proudly
welcomes, Ms. Tina Zegg and Ms. Kim-Eva Wempe famous watch industry retailers,
Ms. Heekyung Jung, Korean editor and watch journalist as well as Ms. Chantal
Thomass, fashion creator and purveyor of design experience - will co...
suite...Prize List - Grand Prix d'Horlogerie de Genève 2015 Greubel Forsey wins the “Aiguille d’Or” grand prix
29.10.2015
Watchmaking excellence and creativity were celebrated on Thursday October 29th
in the Grand Théâtre de Genève at the prize-giving ceremony for the 15th Grand
Prix d’Horlogerie (GPHG), attended by Federal Councillor Alain Berset who was
eager to salute the vitality of the Swiss watch industry
The ...
suite...international roadshow
31.03.2015
HH Sheikh Majid Bin Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoun with Carlo Lamprecht and
Carine Maillard, president and director of the GPHG Foundation.
An annual travelling exhibition enables an international audience to discover
the watches pre-selected by the jury as well as the competition’s prize-winnin...
suite...Official catalogue 2014 - edito
31.03.2015
Carine Maillard and Carlo Lamprecht, Director and President of the GPHG
foundation
Designed to celebrate the 12th Art, the Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de Genève, more
often known as the GPHG, annually highlights and recognises the excellence of
contemporary watchmaking creations. It enables an in...
suite...The "Aiguille d'Or" is awarded to Breguet
31.10.2014
Excellence, innovation and watchmaking expertise were duly rewarded on this
Friday October 31st in the Grand Théâtre de Genève, on the occasion of the 14th
Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de Genève (GPHG) prize-giving ceremony. The
international jury of this edition 2014 of the GPHG handed out 16 prizes,
in...
suite...The "Aiguille d'Or" goes to Girard-Perregaux for the Constant Escapement L.M. watch
16.11.2013
The jury of the 13th Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de Genève (GPHG) unveiled its prize
list on the evening of Friday November 15th 2013. The prize-giving ceremony,
presented by Frédéric Beigbeder, took place in the Grand Théâtre de Genève in
the presence of the President of the Swiss Confederation, Mr Ue...
suite...THE 13th GRAND PRIX D’HORLOGERIE DE GENÈVE GETS UNDER WAY
06.06.2013
AN EXCEPTIONAL JURY, UNPRECEDENTED AWARDS...
The Foundation of the Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de Genève has chosen as of this
year to broaden the fields of competence represented within its jury by
enlisting personalities recognised as authorities in the world of design,
jewellery and architecture:...
suite...official catalogue - 2013
31.03.2013
Interview Carlo Lamprecht and Carine Maillard
President and Director of the GPHG Foundation
By Brice Lechevalier
Please share with us your perspective on the ongoing development of the GPHG,
including the new features of this 13th edition, and in particular the new prize
categories.
The GPHG ...
suite...THE “AIGUILLLE D’OR” GOES TO TAG HEUER FOR THE MIKROGIRDER WATCH
15.11.2012
Jointly presented by Adriana Karembeu and Frédéric Beigbeder, the prize-giving
ceremony of the 12th Geneva Watchmaking Grand Prix (GPHG) was held in the Grand
Théâtre de Genève this Thursday November 15th 2012. The glittering event was
attended by Federal Councillor Alain Berset, representatives of ...
suite...THE 12TH GENEVA WATCHMAKING GRAND PRIX PRIZE-GIVING CEREMONY PERVADED BY HUMOUR AND CHARM
01.11.2012
Adriana Karembeu and Frédéric Beigbeder are to co-host the 12th prize-giving
ceremony of the Geneva Watchmaking Grand Prix (GPHG), which will take place at
the Grand Théâtre de Genève on November 15th. Famous watch industry blogger
Grégory Pons will be supporting them on stage by presenting the vari...
suite...The GPHG has its own iPhone app!
29.10.2012
The Foundation of the Geneva Watchmaking Grand Prix is delighted to inform you
that, thanks to a partnership with the WISeKey company, it has a free iPhone app
available as of now from the App Store.
In addition to providing further information on the GPHG, the “GPHG Official
App” enables users to ...
suite...The 70 watches preselected by the jury are online
04.09.2012
The prize-giving ceremony of the 12th Geneva Watchmaking Grand Prix (GPHG) will
take place on Thursday, November 15, 2012 at the Grand Théâtre de Genève,
attended by Mr Alain Berset, Federal Councillor, and the Geneva authorities.
In the meantime, the Foundation of the Watchmaking Grand Prix cordia...
suite...GPHG 2012 - Entries now open !
03.05.2012
The Foundation of the Geneva Watchmaking Grand Prix (GPHG) is delighted to
announce the official opening for entries to the 12th edition of the GPHG. By
way of reminder, the competition is open to all watch brands, irrespective of
nationality or price criteria. Watches launched after March 2011 and ...
suite...Le GPHG participe à la Journée genevoise organisée dans le cadre de Baselworld 2012
12.03.2012
Pour la première fois cette année, une journée genevoise a été organisée dans le
cadre du salon Baselwold.
Communiqué
M. Pierre-François Unger, Président du Conseil d'Etat de la République et canton
de Genève, chargé du département des affaires régionales, de l'économie et de la
santé, a convié ...
suite...GPHG - The Aiguille d'Or Grand Prix awarded to De Bethune for the DB28 watch
19.11.2011
The prize-giving ceremony for the 11th Geneva Watchmaking Grand Prix (GPHG) took
place in the Grand Théâtre de Genève on Saturday 19th 2011, in the presence of
the President of the Swiss Confederation, Mrs Micheline Calmy-Rey, along with
Genevan authorities and 1,500 personalities from the watchmaki...
suite...Inaugural cocktail for the exhibition of the watchespre-selected by the Jury of the 11th Geneva Watchmaking Grand Prix
09.11.2011
As a prelude to the prize-giving ceremony for the 11th Geneva Watchmaking Grand
Prix (GPHG) to be held in the Grand Théâtre on November 19th, some 350
privileged guests congregated in Geneva’s Cité du Temps on Tuesday November 8th
to admire the 70 watches pre-selected by the jury to compete in this ...
suite...Création de la Fondation du Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de Genève
31.05.2011
La Fondation du Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de Genève a été officiellement
constituée mardi 31 mai 2011. Elle assurera le développement d’un événement qui
s’est d’ores et déjà imposé comme l’un des temps forts du calendrier horloger
international, et sera pleinement opérationnelle dès la fin de l’année....
suite...GPHG - The 2010 Winners
18.11.2010
Greubel Forsey wins "L'Aiguille d'Or" with its Double Tourbillon 30° Edition
Historique.
Press release
suite...Le Grand Prix d'Horlogerie de Genève fête ses 10 ans
24.09.2010
La cérémonie de remise des prix aura lieu le 18 novembre 2010 au Grand Théâtre
de Genève.
Communiqué - 24 septembre 2010
Cérémonie de remise des prix : 18 novembre 2010, Grand Théâtre de Genève
Pour la dixième année consécutive, la cérémonie de remise des prix du Grand Prix
d’Horlogerie de Genè...
suite...Les montres présélectionnées
01.09.2010
Mise en ligne le 1er septembre de la liste des montres présélectionnées par le
jury du Grand Prix d'Horlogerie de Genève 2010.
Communiqué - 1er septembre 2010
Nous vous invitons à venir découvrir dès le mercredi 1er septembre sur notre
nouveau site la liste des montres présélectionnées par le jury...
suite...Mise en ligne des montres en compétition
12.07.2010
Découvrez les modèles enregistrés pour le GPHG 2010 dès le 15 juillet. 7
catégories : Montre Homme, Montre Dame, Montre Design et "Concept watch", Montre
Joaillerie, Montre Haute complication, Montre Sport et "Petite Aiguille" (moins
de 5'000 CHF).
Communiqué - 12 juillet 2010
Liste des modèles pa...
suite...Un nouveau prix au palmarès 2010
11.06.2010
« La Petite Aiguille » récompensera la meilleure montre de l’année de moins de
5'000 CHF.
Communiqué - 11 juin 2010
© Grand Prix d'Horlogerie de Genève/Grégory Mayot
Le Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de Genève fête cette année son dixième anniversaire
et crée à cette occasion une nouvelle récompense. ...
suite...Arrivée de Carlo Lamprecht
02.06.2010
Carlo Lamprecht œuvrera à la création d’une Fondation qui chapeautera le Grand
Prix d'Horlogerie de Genève.
Communiqué - 2 juin 2010
L’ancien Conseiller d’Etat genevois Carlo Lamprecht apporte son soutien au
développement du Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de Genève (GPHG), manifestation
prestigieuse qui ...
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