Audemars Piguet
Audemars Piguet is a Swiss luxury watch manufacturer that specializes in complex mechanical timepieces and high-end horology. Founded in 1875 by Jules Louis Audemars and Edward Auguste Piguet, the company remains a family-owned independent entity based in the Vallée de Joux.
Brand Identity Data
HQ Country
Switzerland
HQ City
Le Brassus
Founded
1875
EU Headquartered
Yes
EU Manufactured
Yes
Ownership Type
private
Stock Exchange
Private
Tax Domicile
CH
Ultimate Parent
Audemars Piguet Holding SA
Data Hosting
CH
CLOUD Act Exposure
No ✓
GDPR Status
compliant
Carbon Neutral
false
B Corp Certified
No
Supply Chain
partial
Repair / Recycling
Yes ✓
Ethical Certifications
Responsible Jewellery Council
Verified on October 15, 2026
Corporate Lineage
1875
Company Founded
Jules Louis Audemars and Edward Auguste Piguet founded the company in Le Brassus, Switzerland.
1972
Royal Oak Launch
Audemars Piguet released the Royal Oak, the world's first luxury steel sports watch designed by Gérald Genta.