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Phillips Presents Universal Genève’s First Timepiece Following Its Revival

Phillips, in association with Bacs & Russo, announced the watches will be presented in the first auction for this year the Geneva Watch Auction: XXI, this event will showcase an extraordinary selection of nearly 200 rare and collectible timepieces, spanning both vintage and contemporary horology. we have mention some timepieces will be present in the auction in this article.

Waqt team got the chance to see the watches being presented in the auction. It was a wonderful meeting with Alexander Ghotbi who presented to us unique pieces there and told us the story behind each watch.

News Dubai Watch Week 2025 Will Be the Largest Ever with 90 Brands Participating

The Seventh Edition of the Exhibition Sees a Quantum Leap, Making It the Largest of Its Kind in the World

At the end of last year, Hind Seddiqi, Director General of Dubai Watch Week, made a significant announcement about the 7th edition of the event. For the first time, it will be held at Dubai Mall, replacing the previous venue at DIFC. This change is expected to be pivotal for the event. Now, the news has arrived: Over 90 watch brands will participate, marking a notable 46% increase in exhibitors compared to the last edition. From established maisons with centuries of expertise to independent creators redefining craftsmanship, this year’s event will bring a rich variety of watchmaking under one roof.

This is a huge number of participating companies compared to the last major watch industry event, "Watches & Wonders," which is considered the largest, with more than 60 companies participating. With Dubai Watch Week announcing 90 participating companies, this large number will position the event at the forefront of the largest watch exhibitions in the world in terms of participant numbers.

Taking place from November 19th to 23rd, 2025, the event will be set in a new and iconic venue at Dubai Mall, Burj Park. It reflects both the event's growth and its ongoing passion for horology. Whether you’re drawn to innovation or craftsmanship, this is an experience designed to inspire.

Under the patronage of Her Highness Sheikha Latifa bint Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairperson of the Dubai Culture & Arts Authority (Dubai Culture), this is a monumental moment for the platform, strengthening its position as a global event on the luxury, culture, and horology calendar. Spanning over 200,000 sq. ft., the new venue is centrally located in Dubai and will feature immersive experiences, engaging programming formats, and activations sure to captivate audiences. With over 23,000 visitors in 2023, Dubai Watch Week aims to continue bridging communities, fostering unique opportunities for exchanges, collaboration, and creative confluences.

This year’s event also celebrates 10 years since our founding in 2015. “The increasing interest from brands and partners ahead of this year’s edition has been both rewarding and humbling. It is a testament to how Dubai Watch Week continues to grow and elevate Dubai as a global destination. We are excited to welcome guests to a new and larger venue for the 7th edition as we celebrate 10 years since our establishment. Our goal is to create a memorable experience by refreshing our programming and curating activations that will continue to inspire both the industry and visitors from around the world,” commented Hind Seddiqi, CEO of Dubai Watch Week.

Dubai Watch Week remains dedicated to nurturing emerging brands, artisans, and watchmakers. This year’s event will feature a more extensive exhibition with dedicated spaces for micro-brands, ultra-niche, and clock brands, further highlighting the diversity of the industry and educating audiences on all that it has to offer.

Participating brands include A. Lange & Söhne, Angelus, Arnold & Sons, Armin Strom, ArtyA, ARTIME, Atelier Wen, Beda’a, Bell & Ross, Behrens, Biver, Bovet, Bremont, Chronoswiss, Cyrus Watches Genève, Czapek & Cie, David Candeaux, De Bethune, DOXA, DUKE, Favre Leuba, F.P. Journe, Frederique Constant, GENUS, Greubel Forsey, H. Moser & Cie., Hautlence, HAUTE-RIVE WATCHES, Hermle DREHTEILE UND UHREN GmbH & Co. KG, HYT, ID Genève, Jacob & Co., Jean Rousseau, Kollokium, Konstantin Chaykin, Kross Studio, Kudoke, Kurono Tokyo, L’Epee, La Fabrique du Temps Louis Vuitton, La Vallée, Laurent Ferrier, Louis Erard, Louis Moinet, Ludovic Ballouard, MEC Watches, Miki Eleta, MB&F, MING, Moritz Grossmann, Nivada Grenchen, NOMOS Glashütte, NORQAIN, Oris, Parmigiani Fleurier, Perrelet, Raketa, Raul Tena, Ressence, REXHEP REXHEPI, Roger Dubuis, Roger W Smith, Rudis Sylvia, Schwarz Etienne, Singer Reimagined, Speake-Marin, Studio Underd0g, Trilobe, Tutima, Ulysse Nardin, URWERK, Vanguart, Velini Watches, Voutilainen, Vyntage Horology, and more.

The venue at Dubai Mall, Burj Park, is surrounded by iconic landmarks such as the Burj Khalifa, The Dubai Fountain, and Dubai Opera, setting the stage for an unforgettable event in Downtown Dubai. The location offers breathtaking views and is easily accessible for attendees.

The event is free and open to the public. To register for the 7th edition of Dubai Watch Week, visit the event website.


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