PARTNERSHIPS
Welcome to the IWC Schaffhausen Universe
The IWC universe is built around our long-standing and successful partnerships in the fields of aviation, navigation and racing. An essential pillar is also our commitment to making a difference for our communities.
A universe built on engineering and design.
Building on its unique engineering approach, IWC Schaffhausen focused early on the development of instrument watches for navigation and aviation. From the pioneers of flight to today’s elite jet pilots, this legacy now extends beyond the skies and into space.
IWC’s partnerships in motorsport are rooted in a shared passion for engineering, performance, and teamwork. These collaborations showcase IWC’s expertise in high-performance materials and mechanical chronographs.
Functional, highly legible tool watches have also profoundly shaped IWC’s clean and pure take on design, which is reflected in selected collaborations across design and architecture.
In addition to these engineering-driven partnerships, IWC is committed to making a positive social impact through its work with Laureus Sport for Good, supporting disadvantaged children and young people around the globe.
Racing
Spanning more than two decades and ranging from Mercedes-AMG to the Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS Formula OneTM Team, IWC Schaffhausen’s motorsport partnerships are rooted in a shared passion for engineering, performance and design.
Space
IWC Schaffhausen becomes the “Official Timekeeper” of Vast, the pioneering space habitation technology company. The engineering collaboration aims to enhance the durability and performance of mechanical watches on Earth and push the boundaries of watchmaking to the harsh environment of space.
Aviation
IWC Schaffhausen manufactured its first Pilot’s Watch more than 80 years ago. Since then, Swiss watchmaking specialist has accumulated extensive know-how in designing and engineering mission-critical instrument watches that are tailored to the needs of aviators.
Community
The Foundation is a global non-government organisation uses sport as an effective tool to help children and young people overcome violence, discrimination and disadvantaged circumstances. The Foundation operates in line with the Sustainable Development Goals and addresses the following six social issues: Health, Education, Women and Girls, Employability, Inclusive Society and Peaceful Community.
Laureus Sport for Good
Laureus Sport for Good was established in 2000 by Richemont and Daimler, with IWC Schaffhausen becoming a Global Partner in 2005. The foundation brings together people who share a belief in the power of sport to break down barriers, engage with others and change the world for the better. Since 2006, IWC Schaffhausen has supported the foundation by launching a special Laureus timepiece on an annual basis.