The Explorer Dock, located in the heart of the YCM Marina, offers a unique immersion into the world of modern maritime exploration. This dedicated showcase of expedition yachts highlights an international fleet that reflects today’s diverse approaches to ocean discovery, combining technological innovation, scientific research and commitment to marine conservation.
Inaugurated by Bernard d’Alessandri, Secretary General of the Yacht Club de Monaco, and Richard Wiese, President of The Explorers Club, the Explorer Dock stands as a key destination for professionals and enthusiasts of maritime exploration, expedition yachts and ocean adventure.
Through these exceptional vessels and their missions, the Explorer Dock celebrates the spirit of exploration, maritime innovation and ocean preservation, offering visitors an inspiring and immersive experience at the forefront of contemporary maritime exploration.
Mother ship inspired by patrol vessels, optimized for the rapid deployment of tenders.
The Yachting Student Fair stands out as the must-attend event for discovering careers in yachting. In an industry constantly striving for excellence and innovation, this day enables younger generations to meet leaders from the maritime industry. The objective is clear: to inspire new vocations and support the transformation of maritime careers toward high-performance and responsible standards.
Monday, March 23 will mark the scientific highlight of the event with Exploration Day, a full day dedicated to the deep sea and coral reefs. Held in the presence of Prince Albert II of Monaco, it will bring together leading partners such as the Monaco Scientific Centre and Coral Gardeners. With the participation of explorer Victor Vescovo, the day will highlight the concrete contributions of yachting to scientific research, as well as explorers’ commitment to preserving the planet.
A true operational pillar of the Yacht Club de Monaco, the 30th Captains’ Forum will take place on Tuesday, 24 March 2026. This key event brings together captains and industry leaders around a shared objective: deploying concrete solutions for sustainable yachting and optimized vessel management.
The event will focus on innovations that can be directly implemented on board. Particular attention will be given to hands-on workshops dedicated to the SEA Index®. This global benchmark tool, developed by the Yacht Club de Monaco, enables the effective measurement, comparison, and reduction of the environmental footprint of superyachts.
This technical forum offers a unique opportunity to turn environmental ambitions into tangible action, through exchanges centered on energy efficiency, clean technologies, and the preservation of marine ecosystems.
