Christophe Claret Relaunches with Lotus Two AG
Independent watchmaker Christophe Claret has announced a new chapter for his brand following a period of insolvency. A strategic joint venture with Lotus Singapore Group, structured through a new Swiss company called Lotus Two AG, will see Claret continue as Master Watchmaker and Creative Force, backed by Lotus's financial and organizational support. The brand's new philosophy, "The Science of Motion," will guide future creations, expected in late 2027 to early 2028, focusing on interactive and performative mechanical storytelling.
- New joint venture with Lotus Singapore Group
- New Swiss company named Lotus Two AG
- Christophe Claret remains Master Watchmaker and Creative Force
- Focus on "The Science of Motion" philosophy
- First new creations expected late 2027 to early 2028
Christophe Claret, an independent watchmaker known for unusual displays, animation, sound, and complications, is returning after his previous brand entered insolvency proceedings.
Lotus Two AG has acquired the Christophe Claret name, assets, and intellectual property, establishing a fresh legal foundation for the brand.
Christophe Claret himself remains central to the project, free from financial and day-to-day management responsibilities.
The brand's new philosophy, "The Science of Motion," aims to fuse scientific engineering with creativity, ensuring complications serve a purpose for the wearer beyond technical difficulty.
Lotus, a family-owned investment group, is the majority shareholder and provides strategic and structural framework, marking its first investment in watchmaking.
Production will remain low-volume due to the complexity of the watches, with a focus on exceptional pieces rather than scale.
Distribution will be rebuilt progressively through carefully selected partners and direct collector relationships.