After more than 140 years of standing for preparedness, precision and Swiss ingenuity, Victorinox is entering its most defining chapter in India. Known globally for the iconic Swiss Army Knife™ and trusted timepieces, the brand is now strategically repositioning its watch business in India — elevating it from reliable accessory to serious Swiss watchmaking authority.
This is not a cosmetic refresh. It is a structural, manufacturing-led transformation that anchors credibility at its source: Delémont, Switzerland.
At the heart of this transformation lies Victorinox’s 17,800-square-metre Watch Competence Centre in Delémont, located in the Swiss Jura — the spiritual home of horology. Since 2016, Victorinox has consolidated the entire discipline of watchmaking under one roof here.
Over 200 Swiss specialists design, prototype, manufacture, assemble and test every Victorinox watch in-house. From bezels and cases to movement integration and final assembly, quality is owned — not outsourced.
Each timepiece undergoes a meticulous multi-stage process that can take up to two years, exceeding legal Swiss-Made standards. Sustainability is engineered into the facility, with 2,750 square metres of solar panels generating 500,000 kWh of clean energy annually — blending Swiss heritage with future-ready responsibility.
For Indian consumers, this translates into a powerful brand promise: every Victorinox watch is Swiss-crafted, Swiss-controlled and Swiss-tested.
Victorinox India signals its sharpened watchmaking intent with the new campaign “Spend Your Time Wisely.” The platform marks a strategic shift — from positioning as a dependable watch brand to one rooted in horological excellence.
Under the leadership of Debraj Sengupta, Managing Director – Sales & Marketing, and Avirup Mukhopadhyay, Head of Marketing, Victorinox is positioning its watches as the emotional and technical core of the brand’s future in India. This is not about chasing trends – it is about earning authority. With 30 years in the watch industry and 15 years of dedicated leadership at Victorinox India, Debraj Sengupta brings undisputed credibility to lead this strategic India roadmap. Avirup’s 15-year stint with FMCG makes him the maverick marketer that will bring an unconventional, disruptive, and deeply consumer-centric approach to Victorinox. Together, the leadership duo is set to redefine the watch category in India.
Victorinox’s 2026 watch portfolio reflects a powerful blend of Swiss engineering and modern ambition. The Air Pro GMT Automatic is built for globally mobile professionals, tracking up to three time zones with refined GMT precision. Concept One, available in both automatic and solar-powered versions, showcases technical innovation — offering up to eight months of solar autonomy or a 68-hour power reserve. The Dive Pro, certified to ISO 6425 standards, delivers 300-metre water resistance along with anti-magnetic and shock protection, positioning it as a true professional-grade diver’s instrument. Meanwhile, Square One introduces a bold square-case design with automatic movement, marking a confident and contemporary evolution in Victorinox’s design language.
Paying tribute to India’s vibrant spirit, Victorinox also brings renewed editions of the Maverick and I.N.O.X. Elegant collections — combining sharper aesthetics, refined detailing and enduring toughness. Together, these collections embody resilience and elegance, reinforcing the brand’s sharpened watchmaking intent in India. From Delémont’s engineering floors to India’s wrists, every Victorinox timepiece carries a promise of Swiss precision assessed beyond standards — as the brand steps into 2026 prepared not just to keep time, but to lead it.
About Victorinox
140 plus years of being best prepared. The origins of Victorinox date back to 1884, when Karl Elsener opened a knifemaking workshop in a village in central Switzerland. Elsener delivered his first soldier’s knife to the Swiss Army in 1891. Six years later, he created the Swiss Officer’s and Sports Knife – now known as the original Swiss Army Knife – which would lay the foundation for a thriving global company.
Victorinox is now a fourth-generation family business operating in over 120 countries. In addition to its iconic pocket knives, Victorinox produces premium household and professional knives, watches, and travel gear.
