The 23,700 m2 complex aims to centralize production and support sustainable development principles.
Audemars Piguet has officially opened a new manufacture in Le Brassus. The 23,700 m2 production complex can accommodate up to 700 employees and offers open workspaces, quiet zones, and traditional offices.
The building features a curved 321-meter-long facade, earning it the name "The Arc." The project, designed by the Geneva firm de Giuli & Portier and completed in three years, adheres to Industry 4.0 principles - a modern shift from traditional manufacturing to revolutionary intelligent technologies and automation.
Modern solutions aimed at improving work process efficiency include electrochromic glass that automatically adapts to light and temperature levels and a modern storage system. The latter is managed by 66 robots and delivers components directly to workshops, enhancing inventory management and saving time in production processes.
The building is certified to the Minergie-ECO® standard and utilizes renewable energy sources, including heat recovery, wood heating systems, and photovoltaic panels. A green roof supports local biodiversity, and construction elements that protect against flooding and birds reduce environmental impact.
Located near the Le Brassus train station, the site is easily accessible by public transport and includes charging stations for electric vehicles and a communal parking lot for local residents.