Committed to sustainable yachting, Tony Parker achieves SEA Index® certification with his M/Y Infinity Nine
The list of SEA Index® certified superyachts continues to expand with the addition of the 35m M/Y Infinity Nine built by AvA Yachts in 2022 and owned by Yacht Club de Monaco member Tony Parker. The former NBA champion received the certificate from Yacht Club de Monaco (YCM) President HSH Prince Albert II of Monaco at an official ceremony. Since its launch in 2020 by YCM and Credit Suisse (a UBS brand), this system for assessing the environmental impact of superyachts has certified 55 yachts, reinforcing its role as a reference for sustainable yachting.
YCM takes centre stage
The 31st St. Barths Bucket Regatta again attracted the world’s sailing elite who put on a fantastic spectacle off Saint-Barthélemy. For three days, 30 superyachts ranging from 28m to 38m were competing in this demanding yet prestigious regatta.
Jérémy Moutout in Top 10 at Imperia
The Europa Cup in Imperia concluded after four days of intense racing in contrasting weather conditions. With five races contested, it was an ideal opportunity for sailors to fine tune their settings against a strong field.
Well deserved win for Royal Thames Yacht Club
After three intense days of racing, the curtain fell on the Virginie Hériot Trophy organised by Yacht Club de Monaco. The all-female regatta attracted 21 teams representing nine nations racing on J/70s, proof of the momentum driving women’s sailing. Held under the aegis of the French and Monegasque Sailing Federations with support of FxPro, the event owes its success to the commitment of Pink Wave, a collective of women sailors at YCM who have been competing successfully on the international scene for six years. This year again attracted international teams including four American teams, including from the prestigious Manhattan Yacht Club.
British extend their lead
Midway through the Virginie Hériot Trophy, pressure is mounting in Monaco. After two days of racing, the 21 all-female teams competing are on the final straight with one goal: to win. Organised by Yacht Club de Monaco under the aegis of the Monegasque and French Sailing Federations, with the support of FxPro, the event has brought sailors together from all over the world.
A culinary challenge for superyacht chefs
Yacht Club de Monaco’s La Belle Classe Academy training centre and Bluewater have joined forces again in organising the 6th Superyacht Chef Competition on Thursday 3rd April. Under the watchful eyes of an expert jury and encouraged by their fellow crew members, nine chefs working on superyachts from 36m to 97m will vie for supremacy at the YCM in this highly original competition. As well as time and space constraints they will be working with a basket of mystery ingredients to create dishes worthy of the finest dining experience, showcasing the outstanding gourmet cuisine served on yachts.
Nine nations gather in Monaco
The stage is set at Yacht Club de Monaco ready to host nine nations taking part in the Virginie Hériot Trophy, an all-female J/70 regatta with 20+ teams registered. Held under the aegis of the French and Monegasque Sailing Federations, with the invaluable support of FxPro, it is part of the collective ‘Monaco, Capital of Advanced Yachting’ approach, symbolising yachting excellence in Monaco and inclusion. A driving force behind this event is Pink Wave, a group of 55 ladies from the YCM who are passionate about sailing and regularly compete in international regattas.
Primo Cup-UBS Trophy confirms its queen of one design status
With 400 sailors, 90 teams, 10 nations, the Primo Cup-UBS Trophy organised by Yacht Club de Monaco once again lived up to its promises. After three days of racing, Monaco’s legendary one design regatta put on a high-level spectacle in technically challenging conditions. In a demanding stiff easterly breeze every team took their chances and went all out for victory. The favourites responded well to the challenge, but there were a few surprises on the podiums.
Adela shines in Antigua
The 14th Superyacht Challenge Antigua held 5-9 March 2025 attracted ten outstanding sailing yachts to one of the world’s most popular boating destinations. I
Everything to play for
Big manoeuvres have been underway in the Principality on the eve of the final day when the 41st Primo Cup-Trophée UBS reaches its climax. While some leaders are holding their own, others are seeing their rivals closing in. From here on there is no room for error. Conditions may have been challenging, with a medium / choppy sea at times, but the 400 sailors put on a top-flight spectacle. Organised in collaboration with UBS, supported by Monaco City Hall and the expertise of North Sails, this edition confirms why the Primo Cup-Trophée UBS is not to be missed. For the J/70s it is also the final stage of their 2024/2025 Monaco Sportsboat Winter Series of monthly regattas from November to March.