30th Captains’ Forum produces concrete exchanges on yachting’s future

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As part of the inaugural Monaco, Capital of Advanced Yachting Rendezvous, the Yacht Club de Monaco held its 30th Captains’ Forum in collaboration with Oceanco, MB92 Group, Jutheau Husson and ICON Yachts, a gathering that is now established as a focal point for the international yachting community. Organised every year under the aegis of the Captains’ Club this year it brought together captains, owners, engineers, scientists and manufacturers. Entitled ‘How to follow heroes: the intersection of science, yachting and exploration’ the objective was to focus on tangible solutions. Divided into two parts the morning sessions highlighted professionals experience.

6th YCM Explorer Awards: owners recognised for embracing exploration

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The first Monaco, Capital of Advanced Yachting Rendezvous, organised by the Yacht Club de Monaco in collaboration with The Explorers Club of New York, concluded with the 6th YCM Explorer Awards by La Belle Classe Superyachts, in partnership with UBS and Bombardier. Under the presidency of HSH Prince Albert II, since 2018 the ceremony has honoured owners who use their yachts as platforms for exploration, scientific research and innovation.

Between transmission, exploration and innovation, Monaco is at the forefront of tomorrow’s yachting

a day of eplortaion

Following the first Yachting Student Fair to discover yachting professions, followed by the inauguration of the Explorer Dock, day three’s focus was the Day of Exploration at the Yacht Club de Monaco. Dedicated to science, adventure and knowledge, this day was organised by The Explorers Club of New York in collaboration with the YCM. Explorers, scientists and experts exchanged ideas on a wide range of issues spanning research and fieldwork to knowledge sharing. Presentations included topics ranging from the deep sea to polar regions and space exploration. For Richard Wiese, President of The Explorers Club, “Good ideas never come from one place, they are universal. The more diverse people we gather together to share their experiences, the stronger the message”.

YCM in the thick of it at the St Barths Bucket Regatta

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Superyacht owners were again welcomed warmly to Saint-Barthélemy. Breezy trade winds, choppy seas and brilliant sunshine were on the programme of the 2026 edition, ideal conditions for the international fleet which descended on the island for four days of racing. And once again, YCM was in the thick of it at this St Barths Bucket Regatta, with several members racing on board some of the most beautiful yachts present.

Exploration from all angles at the Day of Exploration

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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.

Monaco Sportsboat Winter Series : Fraser Yachts: back in the fight

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Dans cet article : Fifth in Act I, fourth in Act II. This time, Pierrick Devic from the Yacht Club de Monaco left nothing to chance. By winning Act III at the helm of Fraser Yachts, the Monegasque skipper has reignited the championship battle. A series of rounds is at the forefront, Fraser Yachts is […]

Monaco Sportsboat Winter Series Act III – A decisive act

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In this article: In the Monaco Sportsboat Winter Series, the winter regatta circuit launched in 2013, Act III is the point at which the standings begin to tighten. At this stage of the series, points are not chased, they are defended. Following two dominant performances by G-Spot from the Yacht Club de Monaco, the J/70 […]

Italians from Yacht Club Italiano triumph by a whisker

Monaco Optimist Team Race

It could not have been closer. The Monaco Optimist Team Race ended Sunday at the end of an intense week on a challenging Monaco race area for the 15 teams from 12 nations competing. Organised by Yacht Club de Monaco, supported by Monaco Marine, FxPro, North Sails, Erplast and Peace and Sport, the 14th edition confirmed this event’s unique role in the development of young international sailors, who were honoured by a visit from the Monegasque Formula 1 driver, Charles Leclerc. The Italians from Yacht Club Italiano emerged the winners after a hard-fought high-level duel with the Danes from Danish Dynamite, who had held on to their lead up to that point. Four boats against four, short races and having to keep a constant eye on the competition, the team race format once again lived up to expectations. For Bernard d’Alessandri, YCM Director and General Secretary, the event goes beyond the rankings: “Young people learn that they must look beyond individual results to get results for the team. They learn to coordinate and interact with young people of their own age. It’s a wonderful training ground for life”.