Gaïa Prize

The Gaïa Prize was created in tribute to one of the first patrons of the MIH, Maurice Ditisheim, Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Bureau de contrôle des ouvrages en métaux précieux. Gaia, in ancient Greek “the Earth”, is also the name of the deity who symbolizes it. The Gaïa distinction consists of a translucent acrylic globe pierced by a ray.

Application deadline: March 21
Rules

Official institutional partners : Office fédéral de la culture, Arc Horloger

Official media partner : Watchonista, JSH, EuropaStar

Edmond Capt

Winner in the Craftsmanship - Creation Category

for his ceaselessly renewed creative energy, his ability to respond effectively to the various technical challenges of mechanical watchmaking, and the significant industrial impact of his numerous calibres.

Gaetano Mileti

Winner in the History - Research Category

for his fundamental research in the field of time-frequency metrology, his international influence and his ability to ensure that his laboratory’s activities are in keeping with the watchmaking tradition of striving for accuracy.

Jean-François Mojon

Winner in the Entrepreneurship Category

for the exemplary track record of his company, Chronode, which is dedicated to the research, development and manufacture of movements, and which has created iconic timepieces for numerous watch brands.