Salon des Grandes Complications
Visitors to the first Salon des Grandes Complications enjoyed a watchmaking line-up never seen before in the UAE. Some of the finest names in the industry, both international brands and smaller celebrated independent watchmakers, showcased novelties and highlights to collectors, connoisseurs and enthusiasts who attended the exhibition at DIFC between 25th and 27th November.
A. Lange & Söhne, Bulgari, Cvstos, Frédéric Jouvenot, Greubel Forsey, Grieb & Benzinger, Jaeger-LeCoultre, Jaermann & Stübi, Montblanc, Piaget, Roland Iten, Vacheron Constantin, Vianney Halter and Voutilainen brand representatives from across the globe attended, including CEOs, designers, directors and founders & watchmakers themselves.
The event was supported by Audi Corporate, Bang & Olufsen and Christie’s, with Watch Anish as official media partner.
“Our first Salon des Grandes Complications was an astounding success and I believe we have achieved what we set out to – to create awareness about watchmaking and enhance recognition of the UAE as a regional horological hub. We look forward to continuing in our mission and are excited about what the future holds,” said organiser Nader Freiha, Director of MPP Middle East and Publisher of Arabian Watches & Jewellery Magazine.
