Omega SA is a Swiss luxury watch manufacturer founded in 1848 by Louis Brandt in La Chaux-de-Fonds, Switzerland, with operations now based in Biel/Bienne. The company is a subsidiary of the Swatch Group, the largest Swiss watchmaking conglomerate.
Omega is known for its association with space exploration and the Olympic Games. The Speedmaster Professional, known as the Moonwatch, was the first watch worn on the moon during the Apollo 11 mission in 1969 and remains part of NASA's qualified equipment. Omega has served as the official timekeeper of the Olympic Games since 1932. Core collections include the Speedmaster, Seamaster, Constellation, and De Ville.
The brand has developed several proprietary technologies, including the Co-Axial escapement (adopted from George Daniels' invention), which reduces friction and extends service intervals, and Master Chronometer certification in partnership with METAS (the Swiss Federal Institute of Metrology), testing watches for accuracy, magnetic resistance up to 15,000 gauss, and water resistance. Omega movements extensively use anti-magnetic silicon components.
Omega operates a global network of boutiques and authorized dealers, as well as an e-commerce platform in select markets. Retail prices generally range from approximately $5,000 for entry-level models to over $50,000 for precious metal and complicated references. The brand also maintains the Omega Museum in Biel/Bienne, Switzerland.