Baselworld 2012 has closed its doors with another highly successful year in the books.

“With 104,300 (+1% / 2011) professional visitors from all the different continents, the show recorded a top-notch result once again. The exhibitors declared themselves to be highly satisfied with the course of business and with the media presence: 3,320 journalists (+9%) marks a new record. And now the completely revamped Baselworld 2013 World Watch and Jewellery Show next spring is being eagerly awaited.”

During the course of the past week, I’ve spoken with over 30 leading watch brands, and from what they are saying, 2012 will be one of, if not the best year the watch industry has ever seen.