OMEGA Speedmaster - 57th Moonlanding Anniversary
On 21 July 1969, history was made when Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin took humanity’s first steps on the Moon. During this iconic mission, each astronaut wore an OMEGA Speedmaster, making it the first watch worn on the lunar surface, a proud milestone for the brand that endures today.
In 2026, OMEGA celebrates 61 years since the Speedmaster was officially qualified by NASA after passing rigorous tests for manned space missions. This qualification paved the way for its use in the Mercury, Gemini, and Apollo programmes. With 600 million people witnessing the Moon landing live, OMEGA continues to support space exploration with reliable timepieces, ready for future giant leaps.
