Research & Development
At Brasport, innovation is not an option: it is a reflex, a driving force, and a signature. Our Research & Development department, based in La Chaux-de-Fonds and strengthened by BradTech in Portugal, imagines, designs, refines, and tests the solutions of tomorrow to meet the most demanding expectations of watchmaking, luxury, and accessories brands.
360° expertise, from leather to technical components
Our multidisciplinary teams work on :
- Developing new materials: technical leathers, innovative finishes, sustainable treatments
- Optimizing watch components : inserts, casings, interchangeable systems
- Designing complex 3D prototypes, through to final finishing
- Integrating cutting-edge technologies : 3D printing, high-precision machining, surface treatments
- Creating custom tools and molds to increase efficiency and consistency
A strategic performance driver
The mission of our R&D is threefold :
✔ Innovate in products
✔ Innovate in processes
✔ Turn our expertise into a strategic competitive advantage
We develop concrete solutions that improve production, enhance quality, and respond to new requirements of international markets. With 3 active patents, Brasport transforms every idea into measurable progress — whether through patented technologies or invisible yet essential improvements.
Constant monitoring, open dialogue
The R&D department conducts active monitoring of materials, trends, and regulatory developments (REACH, RoHS, Prop 65), while maintaining ongoing dialogue with our clients, partners, and regulatory bodies.
Brasport is also a co-founder of the AQC (Association for Quality Assurance of Leather Strap Manufacturers), a leading organization in quality control within the leather industry. This commitment highlights our determination to ensure traceability, product safety, and the preservation of expertise.
A forward-looking company, Brasport is always ready to embrace the most demanding standards.
Our ambition? To continue turning constraints into opportunities, and to offer brands innovative, high-performance, and sustainable solutions.