Baselworld 2017: 100 years of passion, precision and perfection

However in terms of value the Swiss watch industry remains the world's largest exporter, in 2016 the Swiss watch exports were even lower than in the previous year.

For Jean-Claude Biver, President of the LVMH Watch Division, CEO TAG Heuer and CEO Zenith, Baselworld is the showcase of the entire Swiss and international industry. Karl-Friedrich Scheufele, Co-President of Chopard, states that the show continues to be the most important also in terms of brand communication. Frédéric Grangié, President of CHANEL Watches and Fine Jewelry says "Baselworld is essential to the watch industry, it enables us year on year to display our creativity and know-how to the most important opinion leaders, journalists and watch retailers."

According to McKinsey & Company, the future of watch and jewelry industry...