Two-thirds of rhinoceros species may disappear in our lifetime, which would be an irreversible loss for our planet; and its main cause is poaching. Hublot has committed to a partnership with Kevin Pietersen and SORAI – Save Our Rhino Africa India – to conserve rhinoceroses threatened with extinction.

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This commitment takes the form of the Big Bang Unico SORAI, from which a large proportion of the funds raised from sales will be directly paid to Care for Wild for the care and conservation of orphaned baby rhinoceroses, and to the South African National Parks agency to reinforce their nocturnal surveillance capabilities using airborne thermal intelligence tools. In buying the time piece, 100 people will thus become involved in this initiative undertaken by Hublot on the recommendations of SORAI.

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“The illegal trade in rhino horn and poaching was one of the subjects debated in Geneva last August during the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES), demonstrating the urgency with which action is now needed. Staying ahead of poachers is a race against time, every time. Using innovative technologies such as thermal intelligence, surveillance teams can stay ahead of the poachers. We are proud and delighted to support Kevin Pietersen’s SORAI organisation in this goal for our future generations and global biodiversity.”Ricardo Guadalupe CEO Hublot

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“This collaboration between Hublot and SORAI has allowed us a platform to give huge amounts of visibility to an incredible cause, on a global scale. By partnering, we are doubling the voices on this cause - and I'm so pleased that Hublot is now supporting the rhinos and their conservation quest. I’m looking forward to future and sharing the amazing story of SORAI with the world.” Kevin Pietersen Founder of SORAI

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Hublot Big Bang Unico SORAI

Symbolic of the alliance, this 45-mm ceramic dial has donned the sandy tones of the sumptuous African bush and houses the image of a white rhinoceros. Strapped onto a matching NATO bracelet, the Big Bang Unico SORAI can express its commitment with personality by adopting the camouflage style of the second bracelet, made of rubber.

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The selective vulcanisation technology produces motifs in long-lasting colours that are perfectly drawn with an accuracy of a tenth of a millimetre, a first in the watchmaking world. This timepiece will be released as a special edition of 100 models.

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Hublot Big Bang Unico SORAI

Technical specifications:

Reference: 411.CZ.4620.NR.SOA19 - Limited to 100 pieces

Case:

·      Microblasted beige ceramic

·      Diameter: 45mm

·      Thickness: 15.45mm

·      Water resistance: 10 ATM (100m)

Case-Back: Microblasted beige ceramic Engraved “LIMITED EDITION” XX/100

Bezel: Microblasted beige ceramic

Dial:

·      Mat beige skeleton “LIYONGBO” applique at 9 o’clock

·      Beige lacquered appliques with white luminescent

Movement:

·      HUB1242: UNICO Manufacture self-winding chronograph

·      Frequency: 4 Hz (28'800 A/h)

·      Power reserve: 72 Hours

·      No.of Components: 330

·      Jewels: 38

Straps & Buckle:

·      Black rubber with camouflage décor or beige velcro strap

·      Black PVD titanium with black ceramic insert deployant buckle clasp

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The price for the Hublot Big Bang Unico SORAI is CHF 22,900/ EUR 23,800/ USD 24,100/ GBP 19,900.

For more information visit Hublot Online.