Watch Industry in the
Canton of Vaud

Charles-Louis Rochat S.A.

Since 1971 · 21–50 empl.

The core activity of Charles-Louis Rochat SA is the termination and decoration of watch components, particularly the completion and refinement of watch parts.

Montres Breguet SA

Since 1980 · 101–500 empl.

The core activity of Breguet is the manufacture and distribution of luxury watches, particularly mechanical watches with complications such as chronographs, moon phases and calendars. The company also offers services such as watch restoration, maintenance and repair.

La Pierrette SA

Since 1982 · 11–20 empl.

The core activity of La Pierrette SA is the manufacture of precision components, particularly fine stones (pierres fines) for the high-end watch industry. The company offers services such as assembly, polishing, drilling and the production of specific shapes like ellipses and levées. Furthermore, La Pierrette SA also provides development services including co-development, project management and technological consulting to support customers in the realization of their projects.

Hublot SA

Since 1986 · 11–20 empl.

Hublot SA is a Swiss watch manufacturer that develops and sells luxury watches and chronographs for men and women. The company offers several collections, including Big Bang, Classic Fusion and Exceptional Timepieces, along with services for watches, straps and boutiques.

Gemmes-Tech SA

Since 1987 · 11–20 empl.

Gemmes-Tech SA specializes in sourcing and processing rare minerals such as gemstones, ornamental stones, meteorites and mother-of-pearl. The company supplies materials and processed components to the jewellery and watchmaking sectors and maintains an online catalogue of its references.

Fondation Audemars Piguet pour les Arbres

Since 1992 · 11–20 empl.

The core activity of Audemars Piguet is the manufacture of luxury watches and the associated support of environmental and social projects through the Audemars Piguet Foundation.

Del West (Europe) SA

Since 1996 · 11–20 empl.

The core activity of Del West is the development and production of watch cases and external components for the watch industry. The company offers a comprehensive range of services, from the creation of new materials to the complete production of watch cases.

DE BETHUNE SA

Since 2002 · 51–100 empl.

The core activity of De Bethune is the development, manufacture and distribution of high-quality watches, particularly mechanical watches with innovative technical and artistic solutions. The company is an independent Swiss watch manufacturer specializing in the creation of unique and complex timepieces.

AMH Atelier de Manufacture Horlogère SA

Since 2002 · 1–10 empl.

The core activity of the company AMH, Atelier de Manufacture Horlogère SA, is the manufacture of watches.

Manufacture Romain Gauthier SA

Since 2005 · 11–20 empl.·5.0(1)

The core activity of Romain Gauthier is the manufacture and distribution of luxury watches, particularly mechanical watches featuring high-end craftsmanship and precise technology, rooted in the tradition of Swiss watchmaking.

Blancpain Les Boutiques SA

Since 2005 · 1–10 empl.

Blancpain Les Boutiques SA is a watch brand and manufacture of mechanical luxury timepieces. The company offers collections such as Villeret, Ladybird, Fifty Fathoms and Air Command, as well as services including sales support, watch maintenance and boutique appointments.

PURTEC Sàrl

Since 2006 · 1–10 empl.

The core activity of Purtec Mouvements is the development and manufacture of unique and innovative watch movements for the watch industry. This includes the design and production of specific complications such as tourbillons, sphérillons, conillons and other mechanical animations that enhance the precision and aesthetics of mechanical watches.

Michel Bois, titulaire Michel Goy

Since 2006 · 1–10 empl.

The company Michel Bois is primarily engaged in wine trading (Négoce de vins) and carpentry (Charpentier).

GB MICROFAB SA

Since 2006 · 1–10 empl.

GB Microfab is a specialist in material processing for the microtechnology and watchmaking industries. The company's core activity involves applying various technologies such as laser machining, selective metallization, electroplating, precision bonding, precision painting, and micro-grinding to realize complex projects. The company offers its services as a subcontractor or as a complete provider for the development and production of products, from single units to series of several thousand pieces. The activities focus particularly on processing materials such as transparent materials (sapphire, glass, quartz), luxury materials ( aventurine, enamel, precious metals, mother-of-pearl) and special materials (ceramic, carbon, silicon, germanium). The company's core activities thus include the development and production of: watch components (dials, phase discs, case backs, balance masses, bridges, etc.) and microtechnical components (optics, medical, etc.). The company offers its services as a partner for the development and production of innovative products.

Héli Reymond Vallée de Joux SA

Since 2007 · 1–10 empl.

The core activity of Héli Reymond is the manufacture and distribution of Swiss watches, particularly mechanical watches and chronographs renowned for their precision and complexity.

Watch-Déco Sàrl

Since 2007 · 1–10 empl.·4.7(7)

The core activity of Watch Déco and Prodécor is the decoration and finishing of watch components, particularly in the high-end refinement of watch parts through various techniques such as electroplating, polishing, engraving, moulurage, and other specialized processes. The company offers a comprehensive range of services to transform raw components into finished, high-quality watch parts that meet the quality standards of the Swiss watch industry.

Projets YOUHR Sàrl

Since 2007 · 1–10 empl.

Projets YOUHR Sàrl designs, develops and produces handcrafted mechanical wristwatches, presenting models such as the YOUHR ONE with technical specifications for movement, case and dial. Services include the construction, manufacture and sale of limited-edition mechanical timepieces.

D'Heure en Heure Sàrl

Since 2009 · 1–10 empl.

D'Heure en Heure Sàrl designs and manufactures interchangeable systems.

Manufacture Reuge SA

Since 2010 · 1–10 empl.

The core activity of Manufacture Reuge S.A. is the design and manufacture of luxury music automatons, particularly mechanical music boxes and clocks, as well as singing birds and snuffboxes, crafted with high-quality craftsmanship and traditional know-how.

Evilard Group SA à Aubonne

Since 2010 · 1–10 empl.

The core activity of Evilard Watch SA is the manufacture and sale of watches.

Henri Berney

Since 2010 · 1–10 empl.

The core activity of CH Berney & Co SA is the manufacture and distribution of watches, jewelry watches, chronographs and pocket watches, which are produced using exclusively Swiss components.

LuxeConsult Sàrl

Since 2011 · 1–10 empl.

The core activity of LuxeConsult is to advise and support watch manufacturers and brands, particularly in the Swiss watch industry. The activities include: brand development and strategy, product development and design, private label watchmaking (development and manufacturing of watches for other brands), consulting for the creation of watch brands and products, and manufacturing of watches and timepieces in partnership with an independent Swiss manufacturer. The company supports its clients in creating value through marketing strategy, product development and design, and also offers consulting for the creation of watch brands and products.

Fludo Swiss Watch Sàrl

Since 2011 · 1–10 empl.

The core activity of Fludo Swiss Watch Sàrl is the manufacture and sale of Swiss watches, both with automatic and quartz movements, specifically designed for sports and motorsport enthusiasts.

GT Cadrans SA

Since 2012 · 11–20 empl.

GT Cadrans SA specialises in the development and production of watch dials for the high-end market. The company combines artisan techniques and industrial processes — including micromechanics, electroplating, lacquering, engraving, gem setting and machining of stone and mother-of-pearl — and manages assembly and quality inspection.

LM Cadrans SA

Since 2012 · 1–10 empl.

LM Cadrans SA manufactures custom, high-quality watch dials and provides the full production process from technical design and prototyping to final assembly.

Winnerl SA

Since 2012 · 1–10 empl.

The core activity of Winnerl is the manufacture of high-quality mechanical watches, particularly marine chronometers and wristwatches, characterized by their precision, elegance and craftsmanship.

Hora Nova Sàrl

Since 2012 · 1–10 empl.

Hora Nova Sàrl produces handcrafted mechanical wristwatches and offers limited-edition collections as well as bespoke watchmaking services. The website presents several thematic collections (e.g. ‘spatiale’, ‘technique’, ‘philosophique’) and the option to commission custom pieces.

STAR HLD SA

Since 2014 · 51–100 empl.

The core activity of TEC Group is the development and manufacture of high-precision components and solutions for the watch industry, including the production of watch movements, decorations, roulettes and special machines for watch manufacturing. The company also offers services such as design, manufacturing and decoration of watch components.

HG Timepiece SA

Since 2014 · 1–10 empl.

The core activity of HG Timepiece is the manufacture and distribution of high-quality watches and time-measuring instruments, particularly hourglasses designed by renowned designers such as Marc Newson.

Transcendance Sàrl

Since 2015 · 1–10 empl.

The core activity of Transcendance is the high-quality decoration of watches and watch components. This includes various processes such as manual and mechanical decorations, anglage, perlage, Côtes de Genève, cerclage, polishing and other specialized techniques to enhance watches and watch components.

HB Créations Sàrl

Since 2016 · 1–10 empl.

HB Créations Sàrl is a watchmaking technical and engineering workshop that designs mechanical movements and watch cases and provides technical support to brands. Its services cover requirement specifications, design and CAD drawings, prototyping, industrialisation, component decoration/finishing, assembly, production follow-up and logistics.

Montfort Watches SA

Since 2016 · 1–10 empl.

The core activity of Montfort Watches is the development, manufacture and distribution of Swiss watches, particularly mountain-inspired timepieces that combine traditional Swiss watchmaking with innovative technologies such as 3D printing and special steel finishing processes.

3 Green Sàrl

Since 2016 · 1–10 empl.

3 Green Sàrl is a holding company that consolidates a diversified portfolio of established companies. It takes an active role in funding, guiding and supporting its portfolio entities and seeks stable income and consistent capital growth through sustainable, organic investment choices.

Wire Art Switzerland SA

Since 2017 · 1–10 empl.

The core activity of Wire Art Switzerland SA is the production of artworks made from 24-karat gold thread, created through the repurposing of obsolete machines from the microelectronics industry. Originally used for soldering gold threads, Wire Art Switzerland SA utilizes these machines to create complex patterns and designs that come to life through movement and light effects. The company thus offers a unique combination of art, technology, and sustainability.

D. Candaux Sàrl

Since 2017 · 11–20 empl.

D. Candaux Sàrl is a Swiss watchmaker that develops and produces mechanical wristwatches and haute horlogerie timepieces. The website presents several collections, including DC1, DC6, DC7 and DC12, as well as references to atelier-based handcraft and in-house movements.

ARTEC-TIME SA

Since 2017 · 51–100 empl.

The core activity of Artec-Time is the development, manufacturing and marketing of watches and watch components, including design, prototyping, production, quality control and logistics. The company also provides services such as project management, distribution and customer service. It specializes in the production of private label watches, corporate watches and complete watches.

Petermann Bédat Sàrl

Since 2017 · 1–10 empl.

The core activity of Petermann Bédat is the development and manufacture of high-quality mechanical watches, particularly the design and production of complex movements and the creation of watches with a unique design that combines classical watchmaking art with a modern spirit.

HQ Watches SA

Since 2017 · 11–20 empl.

HQ Watches SA is a fiduciary and administrative services company. It provides accounting, payroll administration, tax return services, VAT statements, and support for company formation and domiciliation.