Ulysse Nardin is proud to announce that it has founded a WATCH ACADEMY with the objective to preserve and enhance the professional development of the watch industry.

The foundation of this non profitable organization was possible due to the generous donation received from a watch enthusiast and collector.

Research and developments of new technologies and materials for the watch industry are the prime objective of the Foundation.

The Ulysse Nardin Watch Academy will also award grants and scholarships for educational and professional developments and provide an infrastructure, machinery and equipment to fulfill its ambition to teach qualified watchmakers, engineers, technicians or other professionals.

Basel 2009
Executive Dual Time
Ulysse Nardin introduces ceramic, an innovative and imperishable material to the Dual Time collection. The Executive Dual Time offered in both stainless steel and 18 ct rose gold combines a beautifully designed ceramic bezel and ceramic pushers on a new 43 mm case.

The unique black dial features oversized Roman numerals and three-dimensional chiseled hands. Combining a traditional oversized small seconds register at 6 o'clock with a big date in a double window at 2 o'clock, the Executive Dual Time dial makes a strong statement.

Comprised of the patented Dual Time system, the plus and minus pushers at the 8 and 10 o'clock positions of the case are crafted in ceramic. When pressed, the pushers instantly adjust the hour hand to a different time zone while the home time indicator at 9 o'clock continues its' 24 hour cycle.

The self-winding movement mechanism is visible through the sapphire crystal case back.

Each 43 mm case is individually numbered and equipped with a black lacquer screw-crown.

Technical data:
Ref. 243-00: Stainless steel and ceramic. Ref. 246-00: Rose Gold and ceramic; caliber UN-24 movement; power-reserve: approximately 42h; self-winding. Functions: patented quickset 2nd time display at 9 o'clock; permanent home time at 9 o'clock; patented big date display; oversized small seconds-hand counter; stainless steel or rose gold case; ceramic bezel; screw down security crown; ceramic pushers; 43 mm diameters; 100m water-resistance; anti reflective sapphire crystal; sapphire crystal caseback; bracelet: alligator leather or rubber strap with folding buckle.