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Montblanc underlined by the sophisticated wrinting instruments created, the importance of culture and language. They turned writing into pleasure and managed to put an accent on the importance of communication: "It is thanks to the creation of writing that culture and art are expressed in a virtually inexhaustible diversity of forms".Quality and innovation, the main achievements of Montblanc have transformed the brand into a worldwide known one that has expanded the business and sells its products in more than 70 countries.Besides producing elegant and prestigious writing instruments, leather goods, jewelry, eyewear and watches, Montblanc is known for the way in which it has decided over the years, to help those in need and, along with UNICEF, has managed to offer to many innocent children the right to a proper education, to literacy. Nowadays, Montblanc is a part of the Richemont group along with other important names such as: Cartier. Van Cleef & Arples, Chloe or Baume et Mercier.The name Montblanc comes from the peak of Mont Blanc and the "White Star" symbolizing the image of the peak seen from above and covered in snow has also become the image of the brand in 1913.The White Star is also engraved in the new Montblanc Star Chronometer watch *** it easy to recognize. The logo has served as a symbol of elegance and luxury over the years and the new Montblanc Star Chronometer that has joined the collection is another proof of the immense devotement and respect of the company towards the customer.The eye-catching Montblanc Star Chronometer watch features a 41.5 diameter case entirely made of 18K rose gold. The dial of the beautiful timepiece features a guilloche pattern and Roman numerals made of the same material as the case and that is 18K rose gold.Montblanc also features a date display positioned at 6 o'clock, large dauphine hands, an alligator strap and a self-winding ETA caliber that offers a power reserve consisting of 42 hours.

Richemont is pleased to announce that the Group has acquired a controlling interest in the well known Geneva watch company, Manufacture Roger Dubuis SA in a private transaction with Mr Carlos Dias, one of the founding shareholders. Manufacture Roger Dubuis SA will continue to manufacture and distribute watches under the 'Roger Dubuis' name and will operate as an autonomous 'Maison' within Richemont. Roger Dubuis will benefit from broader integration of its distribution into the Richemont structure as a consequence of the transaction. Commenting on the transaction, Mr Johann Rupert, Executive Chairman of Richemont, said: "Roger Dubuis watches are highly innovative in terms of movements and design. As a young business, it is very different from the more established specialist watchmakers within the Group today; as such it complements our Maisons perfectly. We look forward to developing the Roger Dubuis business internationally." The transaction will have no material impact on Richemont's consolidated net assets and is not expected to have any significant impact on the Group's overall profitability for the year ending 31 March 2009.