The 2025 EPHJ show, held from June 3 to 6, will feature 798 exhibiting companies—5% more than in 2024.
The EPHJ Show, Switzerland’s largest trade fair dedicated to high-precision industries such as watchmaking, jewelry, microtechnology, and medtech, opened today at Palexpo in Geneva. This is the event’s 23rd edition. It was inaugurated by Delphine Bachmann, State Councillor of the Canton of Geneva. The show is fully booked, with 800 companies participating. This strong turnout highlights EPHJ’s key role in innovation, diversification, and business growth—even in a challenging market environment.
This year, 798 exhibitors will present their products and services. They come from 16 countries, with about 25% from outside Switzerland. Leading foreign participants include France (97 companies), Germany (33), and Italy (25). Some exhibitors have traveled from farther away, including Japan, Canada, China, and Hong Kong. The Swiss cantons with the most companies represented are Neuchâtel (134), Bern (124), Jura (81), Geneva (80), and Vaud (76).
EPHJ 2025 welcomes 114 first-time exhibitors. This shows continued renewal and growing interest in the high-precision sector. Most exhibitors (91%) work in watchmaking, but over 54% also operate in medtech or microtechnology. This confirms the ongoing diversification of the event. Swiss expertise in miniaturization, precision, and innovation attracts demanding sectors such as medical devices, aerospace, and high-tech connectors.
More than 20,000 trade visitors are expected to attend this year’s show.
Innovations and Highlights at EPHJ
A major highlight is the Exhibitors’ Grand Prix, which features five cutting-edge innovations selected by expert judges. These include:
- Quantum tattooing for invisible authentication (Quantum)
- Nanocoloring using precious metals (UGIEL)
- Polygon threading shaping (Louis Bélet)
- Piezoelectric crystals with complex shapes (ILM-CNRS)
- A patented quick-fastening system for interchangeable metal bracelets (Salin)
Exhibitors will vote to choose the winner on the first day.
The show also features the Innovation Forum, which highlights emerging trends. For the first time, the Forum des Métiers d’Art will celebrate artisanal craftsmanship in partnership with MTTA-Microcity (Neuchâtel).
On June 5 at 10 a.m., a key Round Table will discuss changes in the watch market. Speakers include Yves Bugmann, President of the Swiss Watch Industry Federation; Karine Szegedi, Partner and Head of Luxury Goods at Deloitte; Cyrille Mathieu, Director at Acrotec Group; Jean-Jacques Weber, President of the French Watchmaking Federation; and Nicolas Carrera, CEO of Metalor. They will also discuss the evolving price of gold.
Additional Round Tables will focus on challenges in medtech, marking 25 years of Switzerland’s Health Valley. Other topics include emerging talents and the future of quantum photonics.
Job Market Outlook
On Friday, June 6, the EPHJ Job Dating Day will connect job seekers with companies in the high-precision field. The day starts with a round-table at 10 a.m. on the future of technical professions and job market trends.
EPHJ 2025 promises to be a showcase of excellence and opportunity in a sector where innovation is crucial. Visitors can plan their visit using the EPHJ mobile app, available on iOS and Android.
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