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30 May 2024

Axa is proud to become one of the sponsors of this year’s EPHJ trade fair and to present itself as a key partner for all SMEs active in Switzerland. For 20 years, EPHJ has been bringin...
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Exhibitors’ Grand Prix 2022: Polycrystal wins with transparent ceramics

Praised by its peers, the German company Polycrystal design wins the 2022 Exhibitors’ Grand Prix with a clear lead over its competitors thanks to a remarkable innovation in the field of materials. STS, the defending champion, passed the trophy on to its successor, wishing it the same success that followed its victory in 2021. Ironically, […]

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Solune unveils its customizable ERP software during the EPHJ at Palexpo Geneva

Following the acquisition of Solune by Bertrand Ducrot on August 2020, the company has evolved and proposes an innovative ERP software which will be presented during the exhibition EPHJ at Palexpo Geneva on their booth Q90 from June 14 to 17, 2022. Business expertise developed for the high-precision market The watchmaking’s world benefits from its […]

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The 5 nominees for the Exhibitors’ Grand Prix 2022 revealed

Following the deliberations of the 2022 Exhibitors’ Grand Prix Jury, which analysed the numerous innovations submitted, a list of 5 nominees was selected. These 5 innovations have been forwarded to the 700 exhibitors of the 2022 edition who will choose their winner. The verdict will be announced on June 14 during the EPHJ exhibitors’ evening. […]

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Switzerland’s largest trade fair celebrates its 20th anniversary with a promising edition

The 20th anniversary edition of Switzerland’s most important trade fair, to be held from 14 to 17 June at Palexpo-Geneva, will see an increase in participation compared to September 2021. This year’s event will be dedicated to innovation, employment, business and youth. EPHJ will indeed reveal the results of the follow-up to the survey carried […]

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Horlyne joins Acrotec Group

Horlyne, renowned for its expertise in designing high-end oscillating weights, has joined Acrotec Group, bolstering end-to-end skills in the group’s watchmaking division. From its headquarters in La Chaux-de-Fonds, Horlyne has continued to grow and develop, emerging as one of the recognised leaders in the manufacture of high-end oscillating weights through its impeccable mastery of the […]

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20 years of loyalty

There were 92 exhibitors at the very first EPHJ Show back in 2002 – of whom 21 have remained loyal to EPHJ and not missed a single Show ever since. This clear sign of vitality and resilience commands respect and is a fine illustration of this adventure shared by EPHJ and its exhibitors. The honour […]

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“The 20th EPHJ will definitely be different”

Interview with the Director of EPHJ, Alexandre Catton Should we expect something special for the Show’s 20th birthday? It will definitely be different for our exhibitors, for whom we’re planning a birthday party that will truly make this year’s event stand out. It will be an evening full of wonderful surprises. It makes sense they […]

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20 years of high precision!

Twenty years ago, watch and jewellery professionals gathered together under the guidance of André Colard and Olivier Saenger at an event devoted totally to them: the very first EPHJ Show! Back then, you had to be bold and a bit of visionary to sense just how much watchmaking and jewellery professionals – whether upstream or […]

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Prototyping a medtech idea: the trend is towards outsourcing

The medtech world has evolved a lot in recent years and dynamic new products are emerging. One of the major trends is the integration of digital functionalities, which not only enable patients to better take care of themselves by incorporating interfacing functions, but also enable these devices to be integrated into the world of data […]

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