Press releases

The True colour of tennis

Introducing the new Rado True Match Point

31 March 2015

White is a colour which has long been associated with the glamorous sport of tennis. With blued-steel hands, the new limited edition Rado True Match Point perfectly encapsulates the essence of this sport. Ideal to wear when playing a match or as a spectator enjoying everything a tournament has to offer, this new timepiece is a must for all tennis fans.

Game. Set. Match

INTRODUCING THE NEW RADO HYPERCHROME MATCH POINT

31 March 2015

While soaking up the Florida sun and the excitement of the Miami Open in Crandon Park, Key Biscayne, Rado presents the brand new HyperChrome Match Point. At first glance this limited edition watch may look like other HyperChrome Automatic Chronographs, but there is more here than meets the eye.

Rado introduces the new YoungStars of tennis

The brand strengthens its commitment to the sport

31 March 2015

Synonymous with tennis since decades, Rado is proud to announce the new Rado YoungStars programme. This new venture is designed to support up-and-coming young tennis players, with the objective to create an international team of talented, ambitious players.

Rado at the Miami Open 2015

Official Timekeeper for the third consecutive year

26 March 2015

One of the most glamorous tennis tournaments on the circuit, the Miami Open attracts the stars both on and off court. Rado will also be part of the event, taking on the role of Official Timekeeper for a third consecutive year. On centre court, under the Miami sun, Rado corner clocks in the shape of the HyperChrome will be timing every minute of every match.

iF award winner

The Rado HyperChrome Ceramic Touch wins its second award

20 March 2015

Just weeks after winning the Good Design award, the Rado HyperChrome Ceramic Touch Dual Timer has won another prize. Rado is proud to announce that this grey high-tech ceramic, touch controlled timepiece has been awarded the internationally renowned iF award.

Rado’s new chocolate brown high-tech ceramic watches

Three sensual Swiss delights join the HyperChrome family

19 March 2015

Rado is renowned the world over for its exceptional Swiss quality, award-winning design and unparalleled mastery of materials.

Rado DiaMaster Grande Seconde

Be the master of your time

19 March 2015

Time is precious, something we often feel is in short supply. With the new Rado DiaMaster Grande Seconde on your wrist, however, you can be sure that every second counts and you won’t miss a beat. A monobloc high-tech ceramic case houses a large open dial presenting two overlapping sub-dials, one for hours and minutes and one for seconds.

Gleaming like a thousand suns

Presenting the new Rado DiaMaster Diamonds

19 March 2015

Diamonds, gold and ceramic gleam like a thousand suns in three new timepieces that look and feel exceptionally luxurious. The Rado DiaMaster collection may be known for its large open dial and pared down design, but these new models are dressed to the nines and ready to celebrate.

Rado HyperChrome Diamonds

Scintillation every woman deserves

19 March 2015

Mesmerising, enigmatic, glamorous, diamonds have long captivated us. The beauty of these precious stones is all the greater when combined with the equally enchanting high-tech ceramic. The Rado HyperChrome Diamonds collection welcomes four new models in white, black, plasma and - brand new - brown high-tech ceramic.

Rado and materials

Chocolate brown high-tech ceramic

19 March 2015

Rado has added a new colour to its growing spectrum of high-tech ceramic: chocolate brown. The new colour mirrors subtle changes in light from a light, sweet brown to a range of dark, rich chocolate hues. Chocolate brown is remarkably easy to wear, complementing warm, earthy colours in a wide range of styles from evening attire to casual sportswear.

Moving anchor

Symbol of Rado’s automatic watches

19 March 2015

Rado is the Swiss watch brand known today for its innovative and award-winning designs and its use of advanced technologies and materials. The company traces its origins to 1917 and the founding by three brothers in Lengnau, Switzerland, of Schlup & Co., a maker of watch movements and components.

Northern Lights in the heart of Vienna

"Polar Lights" by Line Sattler on show in the Rado Store

16 March 2015

From January to August 2015 selected designers will present their projects for a month in the newly designed Rado Store window in Vienna.

Rado Star Prize Austria 2015

"SandScape" by Louisa Köber on view in the Rado Store window

23 February 2015

From January to August 2015 selected designers will present their projects for a month in the newly designed Rado Store window in Vienna.

Rado and Tennis 2015

A new year full of tennis highlights

05 February 2015

Rado has a long legacy in the tennis world and is now synonymous with the sport. The brand has accumulated a strong portfolio of international tennis tournaments for which it proudly carries the role of Official Timekeeper. With its tennis brand ambassadors as well as its tennis inspired Rado HyperChrome Court Collection, the brand shows its absolute dedication to the sport.

Award winning design

Rado HyperChrome Ceramic Touch Dual Timer wins Good Design Award

02 February 2015

The Rado HyperChrome Ceramic Touch Dual Timer has been awarded the prestigious Good Design Award 2014. This unique timepiece combines state of the art touch technology with ground-breaking grey high-tech ceramic and a smooth modern design to create an eye-catching product.

A watch that will go the distance

Presenting the new Rado HyperChrome Automatic Chronograph Tachymeter

29 January 2015

The HyperChrome is known as Rado’s sporty collection, but none is sportier than the new Rado HyperChrome Automatic Chronograph Tachymeter. Stylish plasma high-tech ceramic ensures that this timepiece will not only stand by you as you are put through your paces on the court, track or field, but will be equally at home on your wrist at a black tie event. 

A scintillating combination

Lavish diamonds meet scratch-resistant plasma high-tech ceramic

29 January 2015

Those who appreciate the lustre of diamonds need look no further: the Rado HyperChrome Diamonds collection now offers a new, limited edition model featuring the unparalleled high-tech shine of plasma ceramic. The Rado HyperChrome is well known for its sporty sophisticated look, seen on the wrist of movie and tennis stars alike. 

Valentine’s Day: Say it with diamonds

Rado HyperChrome Diamonds

29 January 2015

It’s Valentine’s Day – time to tell the one you love just how you feel about her. With elegance, beauty and a world of starry, sparkling brilliance, the Rado HyperChrome Diamonds says it all for you – in a way that words could never do. Diamonds are forever, and so is love: what better way to speak your heart?

Rado Official Timekeeper of the Abierto Mexicano Telcel 2015

New tennis tournament joins Rado’s 2015 roster

23 January 2015

Rado is proud to announce its new role as Official Timekeeper of the Abierto Mexicano Telcel 2015 which will take place in Acapulco, Mexico from 23rd – 28th February 2015.

Curtain rises on the Rado Star Prize Austria 2015

"Cosmos" by Patrick Rampelotto on view in the Rado Store window

20 January 2015

The 2015 edition of the Rado Star Prize is underway! Every month selected designers will present their projects in the window of the Rado Store in Vienna. 

It’s True! It’s back!

Rado presents the new True collection with a modern twist

14 January 2015

Eight years after it was first launched, the award-winning Rado True is back, and more irresistible than ever. Introduced in 2006, the True was the first Rado to sport both shiny and matt high-tech ceramic, allowing for more daring, eye-catching designs.Two highlights of the new True collection, made in chic plasma high-tech ceramic, stand out.

Rado is the Main Partner of Design Prize Switzerland, 2015/16 Edition

05 January 2015

Rado is known for its close connections to the design world: the Swiss brand has many years of experience as a partner and initiator of design competitions, promoting young talent through the Rado Star Prize and has won more than 30 prestigious design prizes for its renowned watch innovations.

Aircel Chennai Open 2015

Rado is back in India as Official Timekeeper of the Aircel Chennai Open

22 December 2014

Rado’s 2015 tennis tour continues with the Aircel Chennai Open. Held at the SDAT Tennis Stadium in Chennai, the hard court tournament will take place from 5th – 11th January, with Rado as Official Timekeeper for the 3rdconsecutive year. Since 1996, the Aircel Chennai Open brings talented players from around the world to the largest tennis event in India.

Rado begins the new year at the Mubadala World Tennis Championship

Time for tennis!

16 December 2014

It’s the tournament with which Rado celebrated its return to the tennis world as a prelude to the 2012 season, and the brand is back as Official Timekeeper for the fourth consecutive year.

Rado and the SportAccord World Mind Games

Official Timekeeper for the 4th consecutive year

09 December 2014

Rado is proud to announce its ongoing partnership with the SportAccord World Mind Games for the fourth consecutive year. The Games will take place in Beijing from 11th – 17th December and feature competitions in bridge, chess, draughts, go and xiangqi.

The Rado HyperChrome Ceramic Touch Dual Timer

Travel at the touch of a finger

09 December 2014

Rado’s hero for 2014 showcases the brand’s pioneering spirit, as well as its material mastery and technological innovation. The Rado HyperChrome Ceramic Touch Dual Timer won’t only meet all of your expectations, but will go above and beyond what you thought was possible for a ceramic timepiece.

Mbari Dolls Winner of the Rado Star Prize South Africa 2014

Social design project by Monica Monsanto chosen by jury

04 December 2014

Rado is proud to announce Monica Monsanto and her project Mbari Dolls as the winner of the first Rado Star Prize South Africa.

Go Andy!

Rado congratulates brand ambassador on his 31st career win

26 October 2014

Rado congratulates brand ambassador Andy Murray on his latest hard court triumph. Andy won the Valencia Open on Sunday defeating his opponent in 3 sets. Andy wore his sporty Rado HyperChrome Automatic Chronograph as he lifted the trophy as he celebrated his 31 career title.

Andy Murray wins Erste Bank Open in Vienna

Rado was on-site as Official Timekeeper to celebrate with brand ambassador

20 October 2014

Rado congratulates brand ambassador Andy Murray on his triumph at the Erste Bank Open in Vienna, Austria.

The Jury selects finalists of the Rado Star Prize South Africa

Rado Official World Design Partner® of the World Design Capital®, Cape Town

14 October 2014

Rado is proud to announce the ten finalists of the Rado Star Prize South Africa 2014, as part of the World Design Capital Cape Town 2014.