[Bvlgari] Significantly expands watch workshop in Saignelégier, Switzerland, promoting fusion of art and industry Bvlgari Japan LLC Press release: November 22, 2024 [Bvlgari] Significantly expands watch workshop in Saignelégier, Switzerland to promote fusion of art and industry
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/5631/1565/5631-1565-0466c175a45dc8e29513fc1ae38b7327-3900×2603.jpg Bvlgari is pleased to announce that it has completed a major renovation and expansion of its workshop in Seignelégier, an important watchmaking center surrounded by the Jura Mountains, as a further development of its consistent watch manufacture. The new workshop, which opened on November 14, 2024, has a unique system in which dial and case production is concentrated in one location. With the addition of new floors, the total site area has increased from 3,400 square meters to 4,400 square meters. This expansion, along with the diversification of watchmaking processes, will enable Bvlgari to take full advantage of the synergies offered by vertical integration. Image
URL: https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/5631/1565/5631-1565-463556759011db1f203b8894911de910-3900×2928.jpg Encouraged by expectations from around the world, Bvlgari is equipping itself with state-of-the-art equipment and expanding its manufacturing capabilities for high-end watch cases to meet the ever-evolving demands of the market. This expansion focuses on modernizing manufacturing methods, fostering cross-discipline collaboration, and increasing versatility and versatility. Optimizing safety measures, improving employee comfort, and reducing the environmental impact of production were also important issues. Also noteworthy is the creation of a dedicated Medie d’Art department at the heart of the Manufacture, dedicated to the fusion of art and craftsmanship.
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https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/5631/1565/5631-1565-e4d8f6139ef4f5a5f54d3045344b9bcd-3900×2600.jpg Thanks to Bvlgari’s iconic collections Serpenti, Octo Finissimo, Bvlgari Bvlgari, and its high jewelry watches, dials created using traditional métiers d’art (artistic and craft techniques) are even more sought after. It is now possible to A combination of rare expertise and artistic skill, these dials are produced in departments specializing in hardstone and peacock feather marquetry, colored stone settings, and micropaintings. This new space is filled with
tranquility and tranquility befitting a place where craftsmanship can be demonstrated, and is alive with dynamic flow, evocative power, and creativity.
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https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/5631/1565/5631-1565-a782192b274ce4446f97c7ec902b2ff7-1800×2700.jpg The Seignelégier Manufacture is equipped with a variety of large-scale manufacturing facilities, and has a department that can handle everything from small to medium lots, as well as a department for craftsmen who make full use of their craftsmanship. Traditional spaces needed to be redesigned to accommodate this and improve the flow of people and processes, the sharing of ideas and excellence in production. At Seignelégier, the fusion of manufacturing processes and artisan processes takes on a new dimension. This is evidenced by the fact that the lacquer dial and the intricate hardstone mosaic are created in the same workshop, which is impervious to even the slightest dust.
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https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/5631/1565/5631-1565-dedab6e8a1268f07d685cf8380c66f42-3900×2600.jpg In addition, with the healthy lifestyle of the approximately 130 staff in mind, the workshop has also added a wellness and recreational area with a restaurant and an outdoor terrace. The roof, facade and parking area have been redesigned to accommodate solar power generation. These solar panels provide 25% of the workshop’s energy needs. The reduction of electricity consumption has also been taken into account, demonstrating Bvlgari’s commitment to sustainability in line with the standards of the LVMH Group.
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https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/5631/1565/5631-1565-29826f0d1d7cee47c1ff3524c6596b87-3900×2600.jpg The complete renovation and expansion project of the Saignerégier workshop is also part of the LVMH Group’s investments in its watchmaking brands in Switzerland. For more than 25 years, the world’s leading luxury group LVMH has had a strong manufacturing presence in Switzerland, with 10 brands currently operating more than 15 locations. Under the leadership of Frédéric Arnault, CEO of the LVMH Group Watches Division, the division has a long-term vision in these locations, with a focus on exceptional craftsmanship, artisan expertise, and in particular Medie d’Art. This continued investment and strategy will enable both LVMH and Bvlgari to further
comprehensively integrate their expertise and technology, increasing the independence of the Manufacturers. “Bvlgari watch case/dial workshop” Jura Saigneregier Case and dial manufacturing
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/5631/1565/5631-1565-60bbc96e0c53e029aa306702eae6066-3900×2600.jpg -Number of employees Approximately 130 people -Area 4,400 square meters (3,400 square meters before expansion) -Solar power array 816 panels total capacity 360 kW peak -History 2009 Site acquired by Bvlgari 2019 Establishment of a watch exterior workshop that integrates case and dial production 2024 Addition and expansion of Mediedar department and staff area
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/5631/1565/5631-1565-2b47b7e87ba2cdb6633029d535bd971c-1800×2700.jpg -Manufacturing department Programming, 3-axis and 5-axis milling, dial part manufacturing, diamond polishing, turning, soldering, cleaning -Finishing Department Manual and automatic polishing, satin finishing, buffing, sandblasting, laser engraving and decoration -Exterior treatment department Coating, lacquer -Assembly department Assembly, waterproof test, pad printing, parts application -Mechanical Department CNC milling, 3D printing
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/5631/1565/5631-1565-9868bc6164c5eb60dcb29a45d30e120d-1800×2700.jpg -Mediedal Department Gem setting, jewelry making, micro painting, marquetry using hard stones and feathers Materials used: steel, aluminum, titanium, gold, platinum, bronze, ceramic, carbon, hard stone “Bvlgari Watch Haute Horlogerie Workshop” Valley of Joux Le Sentier Movement development and manufacturing
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/5631/1565/5631-1565-16a39c0787409974e9991a28356f4f95-3900×2998.jpg -Number of employees Approximately 95 people -Area 2,300 square meters -Opening year 1890 (main building) 2007 (new building) -Main production caliber “Octo Finissimo” movement, “Picolissimo” movement, “Tourbillon” movement, “Minute Repeater” movement, “Grand Sonnerie” movement based on BVL191 “Bvlgari Watch Horlogerie Workshop” Neuchâtel Bvlgari watch headquarters, the center of watchmaking Where all watches start and end
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/5631/1565/5631-1565-336d937c4d2cea6875f6ca5af741ae63-2500×1667.jpg -Number of employees Approximately 160 people -Function Bvlgari watch headquarters including design, technology department, assembly plant, and after-sales service 2,300 square meters -Opening year 1991 Contact: Bulgari Japan 0120-030-142 https://www.bulgari.com/ja-jp/

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