Few brands went through such rapid developments as Frederique Constant. Within a record time, this brand evolved into one of the most respected and innovative Swiss watch manufacturers. Is it now resting on its laurels, enjoying the fruits of its current status or is it still all hence on deck as they move forward into the future" We talked with Frederique Constant’s CEO Niels Eggerding to find out.

Frederique Constant CEO Niels Eggerding

Martin Green/WatchTime: A watch brand founded in Hong Kong by a Dutch couple turned into a trailblazing Swiss manufacture that was bought by a major Japanese player (Citizen). You were along for most of the ride. How was that, and how does it define what Frederique Constant is now"
Niels Eggerding/Frederique Constant: Working with the founders from 2012 was an incredibly enriching experience. I learned a great deal about building a watch brand from its original founders as a family-owned company. When Citizen acquired us in 2016, it was crucial for the founders to ensure continuity, preserving the brand’s DNA and entrepreneurial family spirit. They appointed me to facilitate this transition with Citizen. This collaboration allowed us to smoothly move from a family-owned company to a larger organization. In my view, it was a wise decision for Frederique Constant, as it helped maintain the brand’s essence.

The story of Frederique Constant reads almost like a fairytale, also because it a...