A stellar roster of speakers and panel discussions await you at the fourth iteration of Dubai Watch Week that will take place from 20-24 November. The Horology Forum will bring together 40 industry giants and speakers ranging from watch curators to artists to collectors, who will engage in contemplative discussions about the transfiguration of horology under the theme, ‘Innovation and Technology’.

Among the speakers will be non-Executive President of the LVMH’s Watch Division, Jean-Claude Biver, Actor-horologist-watch designer, Aldis Hodge, and Danny Govberg, co-founder and CEO of WatchBox. They’ll also be joined by the Global Managing Director of Christie’s, Aline Sylla-Walbaum, chef and restaurateur, Izu Ani and legendary watchmaker, Philippe Dufour.

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“This year’s Horology Forum will bridge different communities and connect industry visionaries, over a series of inspiring topics, designed to pay homage to watchmaking culture and heritage,” said Hind Abdul Hamied Seddiqi, Director General of Dubai Watch Week. “We’re pleased to host key global minds, and look forward to fostering a series of fascinating conversations, which will center around this year’s theme of ‘Innovation and Technology’.”

Held under the patronage of Her Highness Sheikha Latifa bint Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairperson of Dubai Culture and Arts Authority, Dubai Watch Week is dedicated to preserving watchmaking culture and heritage.

 Dubai Watch Week runs from 20-24 November and is free for all. You can register for masterclasses and panels by visiting Dubaiwatchweek.com. Cover image: Instagram/@dubaiwatchweek