IWC Schaffhausen marks 20 years with Laureus Sport for Good with a limited timepiece
IWC Schaffhausen has introduced the Portofino Automatic Pointer Date Laureus, a refined 39-millimetre stainless steel watch created in support of Laureus Sport for Good. This marks the 17th special edition the Swiss watchmaker has dedicated to the foundation, which harnesses the power of sport to improve the lives of children and young people around the world.
The timepiece carries the collection’s signature balance of elegance and purpose. Its dial, finished in Laureus’ distinctive blue, features an analogue pointer-date display at six o’clock, while rhodium-plated indices and hands underline its discreet sophistication. Powered by the 35160 calibre with automatic winding and a 50-hour reserve, the model is paired with a blue calfskin strap and stainless steel butterfly clasp. On the reverse, the case back is engraved with the Laureus Sport for Good logo, timed to coincide with the foundation’s 25th anniversary.
Celebrating Impact
Since its inception in 2000, Laureus Sport for Good has reached more than seven million young people across 40 countries, addressing challenges of violence, inequality, and discrimination through sport. IWC became a global partner in 2005 and has since supported the foundation through both fundraising initiatives and annual limited editions.
“This year, we are proudly celebrating the 20th anniversary of our partnership with Laureus Sport for Good,” said Franziska Gsell, Chief Marketing Officer and Chair of the Sustainability Committee at IWC Schaffhausen. “From designing dedicated timepieces to supporting programmes on the ground, we have joined forces to make a tangible difference in the lives of underprivileged children and youths worldwide. The Portofino Automatic Pointer Date Laureus is a fitting tribute to that shared commitment.”
Spotlight on Figure Skating in Harlem
Each Laureus edition highlights one of the 300+ programmes supported by the foundation. For 2025, IWC is shining a light on Figure Skating in Harlem (FSH), the pioneering New York organisation that combines academic support and leadership training with the discipline of figure skating. Working with more than 200 girls annually, FSH blends literacy, communication, and financial education with sport to equip participants for success in life.
Former Olympic champion and Laureus Academy Member Katarina Witt added: “It’s an honour to celebrate the 25th anniversary of Laureus with a limited edition IWC timepiece that represents both beauty and purpose. This watch not only reflects IWC’s craftsmanship, but also supports the incredible young women of Figure Skating in Harlem, empowering them to lead with confidence and resilience.”
Marking Moments, Changing Lives
With only 250 pieces available, the Portofino Automatic Pointer Date Laureus stands as both a collector’s watch and a symbol of a long-standing partnership. As Laureus celebrates a quarter century and IWC marks two decades as a global partner, the edition reflects a shared belief: that sport can unlock opportunity and transform futures.