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Audemars Piguet Unveils New 23,700-Sqm Production Facility

4/11/2026

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Audemars Piguet opened a new production facility called the Arc in Le Brassus, Switzerland, that houses around 700 employees.
CEO Ilaria Resta said the Arc consolidates workshops from the Vallée de Joux to enhance production flow and idea exchange.
The 23,700-square-meter facility emphasizes developing mechanical watch functions and includes a specialized workshop from Le Locle.
It provides dedicated spaces for watchmakers to innovate and create new products and prototypes.

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Audemars Piguet opened a new production facility called the Arc in Le Brassus, Switzerland, that houses around 700 employees.
CEO Ilaria Resta said the Arc consolidates workshops from the Vallée de Joux to enhance production flow and idea exchange.
The 23,700-square-meter facility emphasizes developing mechanical watch functions and includes a specialized workshop from Le Locle.
It provides dedicated spaces for watchmakers to innovate and create new products and prototypes.