TWIL: Cartier’s New Tank Américaine Duo, IWC’s Tribute To The Original Ingenieur, And More
Catch up on this week’s most noteworthy updates from the universe of luxury.
In our weekly TWIL series, we bring you the latest in luxury news from around the world. This week’s highlights: two new modernist expressions of Cartier’s Tank Américaine, IWC Schaffhausen’s limited editions that celebrate the 1976 Ingenieur SL, and Ferrari brings the Universo experience to India.
Cartier Expands Its Tank Américaine Offerings With Two New Executions
Cartier’s newest Tank Américaine novelties reimagine the classic curved, elongated silhouette from 1998 with daring watchmaking and refined elegance. The Tank Américaine Skeleton is the first of the collection to house the manual 1988 MC skeleton movement, which is seemingly suspended in mid-air, and has bridges shaped after Roman numerals to indicate the time. The case measures 44mm by 24mm, finished in alternating polished and satin-finish surfaces, and is available in platinum or rose gold. The minute markers and Cartier logo are engraved and coated in black lacquer.
Meanwhile, the similarly sized, satin-finished platinum Tank Américaine Art Deco pays tribute to the clean aesthetic of the era. The gradient dial features a geometric, modernist pattern, manufactured in a technically demanding process involving several types of finish—sunray for the lightest elements, opaline for the darkest, and satin for the intermediate shades—and then a two-stage colouring process finishing with red-tinted lacquer, and then a final coat of gloss varnish for a shimmering finish. It is powered by the automatic 1899 MC movement. Both timepieces feature interchangeable alligator leather straps, available in burgundy and grey.
IWC Schaffhausen Introduces Two Homages To The Original Ingenieur SL
One of the many enduring chapters of Gérald Genta’s famous watch designs is the Ingenieur SL, released by IWC Schaffhausen in 1976. Only 598 pieces were made, and it has since become a highly coveted cult classic. It was the inspiration behind the watchmaker’s contemporary Ingenieur collection, which launched in 2023. Now, it gets a more direct homage in a pair of limited editions, one with a 35mm diameter (RM50,400) and one in 40mm (RM57,800). This is a rare case of the larger model being the vintage-correct size, as the original was considered oversize at the time. Both versions have a vertically brushed silver-plated dial, a reference to a rare variant from the 1970s. The lightning bolt symbol normally found beneath the dial’s ‘Ingenieur’ signature has been replaced by a ’50.’ Each version is limited to 1,150 pieces.
Ferrari Brings Its Universo Ferrari Exhibition to New Delhi For The First Time
Earlier this month, twenty-five Ferraris embarked on a 1,800-kilometre journey from Mumbai to New Delhi, passing through the historic cities of Vadodara, Udaipur, Jaipur, and Agra. The drive preceded the debut of Universo Ferrari in New Delhi, an immersive exhibition open to the public until 1 November 2026. The display includes iconic cars from the marque’s legacy, including the Scuderia Ferrari SF-26 Formula 1 car, the triple Le Mans-winning 499P, and the 296 GT3. The space’s Ferrari Challenge area also features the 296 Challenge, the first 6-cylinder engine car of the single-make series of the Prancing Horse. A very special Ferrari 612 Scaglietti is also on display. This car took part in the 2008 Magic India Discovery tour, a 13,000-km tour of the country.
The exhibition also highlights Ferrari’s personalisation programme through ten bespoke Tailor Made configurations across five 12Cilindri and five Purosangue models, each inspired by one of ten Indian cities. Developed with students from the National Institute of Design, the designs interpret local identities through colours, materials and patterns.
Beyond the exhibition, Ferrari reaffirmed its long-term commitment to India, with plans to expand its retail presence in southern and western India by the end of 2026. A charity auction was also held during the event to raise funds for educational initiatives supporting underserved children through charities Save the Children and Bal Raksha Bharat.
Benetti Presents Its New Megayacht, Clear Waves
What does wellness look like in the form of a yacht? Benetti’s 70-metre megayacht, Clear Waves, answers that. Its design is a collaboration between Luca Dini Design and Architecture and The Longevity Suite, with the 400 sqm Glass Dome as its biggest highlight, offering uninterrupted 360-degree views of sunrise, sunset, and starry skies. Its wellness facilities occupy the prestigious upper deck as a signature onboard experience, breaking away from the conventional layout of placing them on a lower deck. Here, guests will find a combined programme of personalised assessments, biohacking, and recovery technologies, such as Cryosuite Total Body, Dry Floating, Near Infrared Therapy, and a Hydrogen-Oxygen Therapy and Revital Chamber.
Amanjena Resort To Host A Wellness Retreat With Novak Djokovic
The Amanjena resort in Marrakech, Morocco, features serene gardens, olive groves, elegant pavilions and villas, and the High Atlas mountains beckoning in the distance. It also has two clay tennis courts, which are crucial to this particular upcoming event. From 17-20 December this year, Aman Global Ambassador and Wellness Advisor Novak Djokovic—the most accomplished tennis player ever—will host a retreat focusing on wellness, discipline, and clarity. Djokovic and members of his team will guide participants through rituals and exercises meant to help them succeed through life’s greatest pressure moments. The programme will also feature meditation and mindfulness sessions, daily menus of healthful cuisine curated by Djokovic himself, and, of course, tennis masterclasses—where the savvy student can gain some insight into the techniques and mentality that won a world record 24 Grand Slam men’s singles titles.
Take A Day Of Relaxation With The St. Regis Langkawi Day Escapes
The St. Regis Langkawi has launched its new ‘Day Escapes’ campaign, where guests seeking a day of indulgences and relaxation may experience everything the luxury resort offers without an overnight stay. Perfect for local residents, cruise visitors and discerning travellers, the new launch offers three distinct packages for guests to choose from. The Pantai Leisure Day Pass (RM420 nett) offers a beachfront escape inclusive of lunch, resort pool and beach access and dining privileges, while the Malaysian Culinary Escape (RM500 nett) gives guests a hands-on Malaysian cooking class at L’Orangerie, lunch and resort access. Finally, the Spa & Leisure Escape (RM700 nett) is a restorative wellness experience, offering a one-hour signature massage alongside resort and fitness facilities access.
Silk Road Art And Life-Size Cave Reproductions Come To Southeast Asia For The First Time
In collaboration with the Dunhuang Academy, the Asian Civilisations Museum (ACM) in Singapore presents Sacred Caves: Dunhuang, Buddhism, and the Silk Road, exploring more than a thousand years of art, faith and cultural exchange. From now until 7 March 2027, the Mogao Caves—the Caves of the Thousand Buddhas—come to life with four life-size cave reproductions, three of which are restricted or completely closed to the public in Dunhuang. Through original paintings, sculptures, manuscripts and objects from the historic oasis, alongside a dedicated soundscape created by Sulwyn Lok inspired by the musical cultures of Dunhuang and the Silk Road, the exhibition delves into the city as a historic trading hub, the caves as a place of religious worship and the people and culture surrounding them. Sacred Caves: Dunhuang, Buddhism, and the Silk Road runs until 7 March 2027.
Denza’s Latest Supercar Features Devialet’s Newest Audio Innovation
First unveiled at the Goodwood Festival of Speed in July 2026, the all-electric Denza Z is its marque’s latest flagship supercar, featuring a triple-motor all-wheel-drive system producing 1,582bhp and 1,240Nm of torque, with the Racing variant capable of accelerating from 0 to 100km/h in an incredible 1.96 seconds. Also available as a coupe and spider, all three versions are equipped with a 76 kWh battery that supports ultra-fast charging (10% to 70% in 5 minutes).
Appearing at the 2026 Paris Motor Show, Denza introduces its latest collaboration with French audio technology company, Devialet: the LFE Box. A new patented audio architecture, the 13-speaker sound system is integrated into the Denza Z, delivering controlled bass with reduced vibration while eliminating bulky components, including a conventional boot-mounted subwoofer. It also incorporates Devialet’s SAM® signal-processing technology and Dolby Atmos capabilities, creating an immersive three-dimensional listening experience.
Datin Sofia Jane Makes Her One-Woman-Show Debut with Thrown
Written by Jodi Gray, directed by Gavin Yap, and produced by Superbear Productions, the play follows a child psychologist who listens to old audio recordings of her own childhood and those of her patient in an attempt to better understand herself. As the recordings begin to overlap, the boundaries between their memories blur, exploring themes of identity, grief, loss, and the transition from childhood to adulthood.
The show is presented by the Jeffrey Cheah Performing Arts Centre (JCPAC) from 20 to 22 and 27 to 29 November 2026 at the centre’s The Studio. Featuring an immersive, live soundscape, Thrown combines moments of humour with more unsettling reflections on memory and personal history. For Sofia Jane, whose screen career spans more than three decades, the production marks her first solo stage performance.
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