Tuesday, January 13, 2015

Antonio Calce is appointed Chief Executive Officer of Sowind Group


Antonio Calce is appointed Chief Executive Officer of Sowind Group

Kering today announces the appointment of Antonio Calce as Chief Executive Officer of Sowind Group, effective immediately. He will report to Albert Bensoussan, CEO of Kering’s ‘Luxury – Watches & Jewelry’ division.

As part of his new role, Antonio Calce will supervise the management of the brands Girard-Perregaux and JEANRICHARD, both parts of the Sowind Group, as well as its manufacturing activities.

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Albert Bensoussan, CEO of Kering’s ‘Luxury – Watches & Jewellery’ division, declared: “I am delighted to welcome Antonio at Sowind and within the Kering group today. His extensive experience in the Haute Horlogerie and in the luxury watches sector and his deep knowledge of its industrial and commercial stakes, will allow him to fully support the brands’ growth on international markets”.

About Antonio Calce
Antonio Calce, an Italian national, started his career within the Richemont group in 1994 as head of the technical department of Manufacture Piaget, before moving to product management responsibilities. In 2001, he was appointed director of operations and product development for Panerai. In 2005, Calce moved on to Montres Corum, where he was sucessivly appointed Vice President of Operations and Chief Executive Officer. Antonio Calce holds degrees in microtechnology and management studies.

About Sowind Group
Based in La Chaux-de-Fonds in Switzerland, Sowind is a group specialized in Haute Horlogerie which includes the Girard-Perregaux and JEANRICHARD brands. Sowind Group incorporates a manufacturing activity that develops and produces a complete portfolio of high-end watch movements and mechanical watches for its two brands and third parties. Sowind Group is part of the Kering group.

About Kering
A world leader in apparel and accessories, Kering develops an ensemble of powerful Luxury and Sport & Lifestyle brands: Gucci, Bottega Veneta, Saint Laurent, Alexander McQueen, Balenciaga, Brioni, Christopher Kane, McQ, Stella McCartney, Tomas Maier, Sergio Rossi, Boucheron, Dodo, Girard-Perregaux, JeanRichard, Pomellato, Qeelin, Ulysse Nardin, Puma, Volcom, Cobra, Electric and Tretorn. By ‘empowering imagination’ in the fullest sense, Kering encourages its brands to reach their potential, in the most sustainable manner. Present in more than 120 countries, the Group generated revenues of €9.7 billion in 2013 and had 35,000 employees at year end. The Kering (previously PPR) share is listed on Euronext Paris (FR 0000121485, KER.PA, KER.FP).

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Contacts Press

Hélène Saint-Raymond +33 (0)1 45 64 61 20
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Analysts/investors
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Bell & Ross – BR 03 Festival Automobile International Limited Edition














Bell & RossAviation BR 03 Festival Automobile International Limited Edition NEW

Bell & Ross launches an exclusive watch 
to celebrate the 30th anniversary
of the International Motor Show

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Partnering the International Motor Show, Bell & Ross is launching a commemorative model to mark the 30th anniversary of the event of the year for auto design professionals and fans. Available in a limited edition of 30 pieces, this watch will be on sale at the show.


Originally designed to meet the requirements of extreme professionals and soldiers in the field, Bell & Ross watches have become a reference in watchmaking, combining Swiss savoir-faire, creative design and cutting-edge technology. Readability, functionality, precision and reliability are the four fundamentals that make Bell & Ross watches authentic professional instruments.

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A watchmaking brand of the highest quality, Bell & Ross has also been working in parallel with the auto world for many years thanks to inventive sporting partnerships and the creation of exclusive dashboard clocks for concept cars. With their shared passion for innovation and fine mechanics, it was only natural that Bell & Ross should team up with the International Motor Show in 2008. This partnership has continued to flourish ever since.

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An annual event for auto design professionals and fans, over the last 30 years the International Motor Show has become the event of the year for the biggest names in the auto and design world. Ever since its inaugural event in Chamonix in 1986, under the leadership of its President, Rémi Depoix, the International Motor Show has steered a clearly defined track: to highlight the artistic dimension of the automobile in order to make this one-of-a-kind show the “fashion week for auto design”.





From Chamonix to the Place Vendôme, from The Ritz to the Grand Palais, the International Motor Show has chosen sites promoting the values of luxury and prestige. It is now, at the heart of the Hôtel National des Invalides – a jewel in French history – that the event comes into its own and continues to carve out its identity.

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In 2015, Bell & Ross is proud to extend its partnership at such a symbolic military site, where a large part of France’s military history was written. To celebrate this 30th anniversary, Bell & Ross is launching an unique model of the BR 03, its iconic watch with its immediately recognisable square silhou-ette. Employing the design principles of a dashboard clock, this watch-instru-ment immediately affirms its utilitarian vocation. Its PVD-coated steel case, the dial and rubber strap are jet black. For its part, the bright red second hand adds a subtle sporty touch.

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At 6 o’clock, the dial of this 30th anniversary edition features the silhouette of a car – now the emblem of the International Motor Show. Available in a limited edition of only 30 pieces, the “30th anniversary” BR 03 will be launched at the inauguration event held on the evening of 27th January 2015. It will be on sale throughout the event, during which Bell & Ross will also be presenting its latest watch creations.

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During the inauguration ceremony, a dozen grand prizes will be awarded by a special jury. A member of the Jury, Carlos A. Rosillo, CEO of Bell & Ross, will present the prestigious Palme d’Or.

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From 28th January to 1st February, the International Motor Show will once again fan our auto design passion into flame with its exhibition of the most beautiful concept cars in the world. For more information, go to www.festivalautomobile.com

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Technical Features

Model: Aviation BR 3 Festival Automobile International Limited Edition of 30 Pieces

Ref:  BR03-92-FA-CA

Movement
Bell & Ross movement:
Automatic mechanical
Skeleton chronograph
Functions
Hours, minutes and small seconds.
Date.
Case:
Diameter 42 mm.
Steel with black PVD* finish.
Dial
Matte black.
Index and numerals coated with Superluminova®.
Logo the “30th anniversary” at 6 o’clock
Glass:
Antireflective sapphire.
Screw-in caseback with anti-reflective sapphire crystal
Water-resistance: 100 m
Strap
Black rubber and black canvas.
Clasp:
Pin buckle.
Steel with black PVD* finish.
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