Omega's Precision Timekeeping Shines at Paralympics

Omega, the Swiss watchmaker, has been an official timekeeping partner for the Olympics since 1932 and the Paralympics since 1992. This year, 260 Omega employees are working with cutting-edge technology, including photo finish cameras and reaction time sensors. Omega's precise measurements ensure fair and accurate competition results.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Paris | Updated: 04-09-2024 20:06 IST | Created: 04-09-2024 20:06 IST
Omega's Precision Timekeeping Shines at Paralympics
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Omega, the Swiss watchmaker, has deployed around 260 employees for the Paralympics, guided by the principle of precision as emphasized by CEO Alain Zobrist. Omega has been a partner of the Olympic Games since 1932 and the Paralympic Games since 1992.

This year, Omega introduced new technology including photo finish cameras capable of capturing 40,000 frames per second, and reaction-time sensors as precise as a quarter of a millisecond.

Omega's innovations ensure accurate results in the competition, with specialized systems in place for both standing and wheelchair events, highlighted during demonstrations to the media at arenas.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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