The death of Luigi Macaluso, Chairman of SOWIND GROUP (Girard-Perregaux and JEANRICHARD)
La
Chaux-de-Fonds, 27 October 2010 - We are deeply saddened to announce that Mr. Luigi Macaluso,
Chairman of SOWIND GROUP (Girard-Perregaux and JEANRICHARD), has unexpectedly
passed away.
Luigi Macaluso,
affectionately known as "Gino" by those closest to him, was born in
Turin, Italy, in 1948. He was married to
Monica and the father of four children, Stefano, Massimo, Anna and Margherita.
More than 10 years ago, his two sons joined him at the head of SOWIND GROUP.
An architect, former motor racing driver and visionary entrepreneur, he had been behind the wheel of Girard-Perregaux since 1992. A firm believer in the value of an authentic Haute Horlogerie Manufacture, he pioneered the development of an integrated production strategy. A charismatic leader, he was able to make SOWIND GROUP an essential player in Swiss Haute Horlogerie.
Stefano and Massimo Macaluso will strive to perpetuate his vision for this company of which he was so fond, and to continue the many projects that he had initiated with passion.
Décès de Luigi Macaluso
La Chaux-de-Fonds, le 27 octobre 2010 - Nous avons la profonde tristesse d'annoncer le décès inattendu de Monsieur Luigi Macaluso, Président de SOWIND GROUP (Girard-Perregaux et JEANRICHARD).
Luigi Macaluso, affectueusement appelé « Gino » par ses proches, était né à Turin, en Italie, en 1948. Il était marié à Monica et père de quatre enfants, Stefano, Massimo, Anna et Margherita. Il y a plus de 10 ans, ses deux fils l'avaient rejoint à la tête de SOWIND GROUP.
Architecte, ancien pilote automobile et entrepreneur visionnaire, il était aux commandes de Girard-Perregaux depuis 1992. Fermement convaincu de la valeur d'une authentique Manufacture de Haute Horlogerie, il fut pionnier dans le développement d'une stratégie de production intégrée. Leader charismatique, il a su faire de SOWIND GROUP un acteur incontournable de la Haute Horlogerie suisse.
Stefano et Massimo Macaluso s'attacheront à perpétuer sa vision pour cette entreprise qu'il affectionnait tant et à poursuivre les nombreux projets qu'il avait initiés avec passion.
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Sad to learn about the passing of one of the great entrepreneurs in watchmaking! NT
really sorry to hear
a big loss to the world of high horology. i have always liked GP and respected them for keeping true to their value of using in house movements and delivering great value for money, esp compared to the marketing and pricing strategies of their counterparts in recent years.
may he rest in peace.
Sad and shocking news
It is always sad to learn a death, especially when unexpected. It is even more difficult to admit when you learn the death of a very active, passionate and respectable man.
I'm sad for his family, friends and for all at Sowind.
Thank you Dr Macaluso for all you've done for your industry, your company and for us all fans of horology.
As is the tradition in Italy at such times, let us all applaud for your life and career.
My sincerest condolences to the Macaluso family.
Dje
very sad news indeed
Sad news. I wonder if Sowind will continue as an independent entity. [nt]
Sad news
I've always been a great fan of the man. Not just for watches, but because of his great interest in 1970's rally cars as well
A great shame
Tim
Deep sorrows...
My most sincere condolences...
I am sure Max and Stefano will carry on the GP torch.
Jon
My condolences to Dr. Macaluso's family, friends
and everyone whose life he enriched. It is a sad, sad day.
I will never forget the hospitality and graciousness he showed the group my wife and I joined when we toured the manufacture with the PuristS--a day we will always thank him for showing us the magic of Girard Perregaux. I treasure my GP watches and the "architect of time"
that made them possible--thank you Dr. Luigi Macaluso. May you rest in peace.
With the greatest respect,
Tim
Condolences, hope the sowind foundation continues his legacy
This message has been edited by Hororgasm on 2010-10-29 17:44:08
My condolences - its great loss for wath world
This message has been edited by rafalbar on 2010-10-29 22:00:36
The death of Luigi Macaluso
The death of Luigi Macaluso (Gino) is a great loss to the world of horology. Just last June we loss Mr. Nicolas Hayek Swatch Group supremo, the world is shock by the death of our belovered Gino/Luigi. May god bless his soul. Condolences to all. His family and friends, the good people at the Sowind Group.
Out of respect to the great Luigi Macaluso I am going to wear my GP collection for a month. Today I am wearing my wwtc BMWOracle USA76 and Yesterday I was wearing my SH 2 BMWOracle USA 71.
I had an opportunity to meet Mr. Luigi Macaluso when he was in Kuala Lumpur and I shook his hand, you can just feel the vibe. Mr. Luigi is very charismatic, intelligent and genius.
GPUSA71_76
This message has been edited by GPUSA71_76 on 2010-11-02 00:40:52