Perrelet joins Fondation de la Haute Horlogerie


Perrelet has joined the Fondation de la Haute Horlogerie, a group of 24 brands that strive to protect watchmaking heritage, culture and know-how.

 

Perrelet said: “This recent membership stems from a profound desire to reinforce the communication and awareness of the Perrelet brand.

 

“Judging by the dynamism in evidence over the past months, the future promises a strong potential for development, with strategic and innovative choices enabling us to gain market share even in today’s tormented economic and geopolitical environment.”

 

Other brands that are part of the Fondation de la Haute Horlogerie include Cartier, Chanel, Montblanc, IWC, Boucheron and TAG Heuer.

 

Perrelet watches are sold in 13 countries around the world. In the UK, the brand is stocked by Jura Watches in London, Peter Jackson the Jewellers in Preston and Clive Ranger in Bath.

 

 

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