Exploration from all angles at the Day of Exploration

Explore to better understand the world and above all to better protect it. This is exploration from all angles which is the theme of the Day of Exploration. Organised by Yacht Club de Monaco on Tuesday 24 March, in partnership with The Explorers Club of New York, it is part of the programme for the first Monaco, Capital of Advanced Yachting Rendezvous which is on from 21 to 24 March. Explorers, scientists and prominent figures will be sharing their experiences, be they in the depths of the ocean, the polar regions or beyond our planet. They represent a diverse range of careers and approaches with a common goal to better understand the world in order to better assess its vulnerability.

Yacht Club de Monaco welcomes S/Y Simena to the 2026 Day of Exploration

From 21 to 24 March 2026, the Yacht Club de Monaco will host the Day of Exploration, a four-day event that will bring together members of the Explorers Club of New York and the YCM, as well as captains, explorers, scientists, and industry pioneers who are shaping the future of yachting. The Day of Exploration is part of the ‘Monaco, Capital of Advanced Yachting’ collective initiative, which is a long-term vision that positions Monaco as a global platform for innovation, sustainability, and ocean exploration.

Yacht Club de Monaco Elevates Marina Excellence with Seares’ Seadamp Technology

As part of its collective initiative Monaco, Capital of Advanced Yachting, the Yacht Club de Monaco continues to roll out concrete actions to make its marina ever more responsible, efficient and innovative.

SEA Index® pioneers new air quality certification for superyachts

The Superyacht Eco Association (SEA Index®) today announced the launch of its new Air Quality Certification, a significant expansion of its environmental assessment framework for superyachts. This pioneering certification evaluates vessels based on their emissions of nitrogen oxides (NOx) and fine particulate matter (PM₂.₅), providing the yachting sector with its first dedicated benchmark for local air‑quality impact.

YCM’s Giangiacomo Serena di Lapigio (G-Spot) triumphs third year running

After three days of racing in a wide range of conditions, from a strong easterly on the first day to a more manageable breeze at the end, the 42nd Primo Cup-UBS Trophy delivered its verdict in Monaco. Organised by Yacht Club de Monaco in collaboration with UBS and support of Monaco City Hall and equipment supplier North Sails, the event drew over 300 sailors from ten nations sailing in three very competitive one design classes: J/70, Smeralda 888 and Longtze Premier. The Cape 31 class was also there for a demonstration. The first major regatta of the Mediterranean one design season, it was also the fourth and final Act of the Monaco Sportsboat Winter Series for the J/70s. “The Primo Cup brings together sailors of different levels which is what makes the format so special. As you improve you measure yourself against those more experienced than you,” says YCM Vice-President Pierre Casiraghi.

An all-Monegasque podium

After four regattas held from November to March in the bay of Monaco, the Monaco Sportsboat Winter Series 2025-2026 delivered its verdict in Act IV during the 42nd Primo Cup-UBS Trophy. With 25 races completed in sometimes challenging conditions and an international fleet on form, winter racing at the foot of the Rocher again lived up to expectations. The conclusion was worth the wait with an all-Monegasque podium, although it is worth noting that the J/70 Monaco Class Association has one of the largest fleets in the Mediterranean with around 15 teams.

Primo Cup: an unmissable one design event

From 5-8 March, the 42nd Primo- Cup-UBS Trophy, organised in partnership with UBS and support of Monaco City Hall and equipment supplier North Sails, will see over 350 sailors from nine nations descend on the waters off Monaco.

Monegasque Laser sailors shine at the top in Mediterranean Championship in Hyères

The ILCA Mediterranean Championship held at Hyères 28 February to 1st March was a qualifier regatta for the French Youth Championships. On this famously technically demanding venue, the Monegasque sailors did well in all categories. In this qualifier regatta, the Monegasque Laser sailors finished at the top of the rankings confirming the momentum behind this group.

Optimist competition team lives up to its promise in Valencia

From 26 February to 1st March, Valencia was an epicentre of the Optimist class as 408 contestants from 30 nations converged on the Real Club Náutico de Valencia for the 8th OptiOrange, a highly competitive international regatta. The Optimist competition team lived up to its promise confirming that this new generation belong at this level, as they are learning fast and progressing to keep in contact with the best.

Consistency pays at ILCA Portugal Grand Prix

In Vilamoura the 8th Portugal Grand Prix attracted a large fleet in the ILCA 7 category, including the top international sailors. With 90 contestants, a light but stable wind throughout the regatta and negligible gaps, consistency was key to staying in the game.
In such technically demanding conditions, consistency does indeed pay as proven by Jérémy Moutout’s result.