MONACO, Jan. 09, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Yacht Club de Monaco starts 2025 with renewed vigour. True to its public service remit, this private club continues its mission to make Monaco a world reference for yachting, by combining innovation, excellence and sustainability. In reaffirming its determination to build a future that respects the oceans, its ambition is structured around founding values that are behind a busy and diverse calendar of events.
A driving force for Port Hercule and the industry
For 17 years, YCM has been bringing key players in the yachting industry together at its annual Business Symposium – La Belle Classe Superyachts. This dinner-debate is an opportunity for professionals to discuss latest trends and news in their sector. The upcoming edition focuses on The Economic Impact of International and Geopolitical Tensions on the Yachting Industry.
Innovation and environment embedded in the programme
As a now well-established platform for communication and promoting responsible yachting, YCM has been organising its annual Environmental Symposium – La Belle Classe Superyachts since 2010. This half day event highlights yachting’s environmental challenges and the sector’s sustainability initiatives, supported by an exclusive international network of owners and professionals.
- 12th Monaco Energy Boat Challenge (1-5 July): paving the way to the future
Since 2014, YCM’s flagship event has been showcasing innovations in propulsion and hull design. The next edition sees another category introduced dedicated to autonomous boats and AI (artificial intelligence), paving the way for even more avant-garde yachting. The Monaco Energy Boat Challenge is supported by the Prince Albert II of Monaco Foundation which also provides a prize worth €25,000 for the best innovation in terms of energy efficiency and carbon reduction.
The previous edition gathered 40 universities, 700 students from 25 nations and major players in yachting such as Monaco Marine, Oceanco, Ferretti Group, Sanlorenzo, Azimut | Benetti Group and Lürssen. As well as the races and a conference, initiatives like the Mentoring Programme and Job Forum offer students bespoke support from professionals, as well as internship and job opportunities. - SEA Index®: a global reference for responsible yachting
Launched in 2020 by YCM and Credit Suisse (a UBS brand), the SEA Index® has now been adopted by 15 harbours and marinas from the Mediterranean to the Seychelles. This impartial reference for assessing yacht CO2 emissions now includes analysis of fuel cell technologies in its CO2 certification. Today, the SEA Index brand offers new methodology for calculating emissions based on fuel type, the possibility to assess boats from 8m in length, and is developing an approach to raise awareness of the impact of noise pollution and vibrations on the marine environment.
A tribute to maritime heritage
- 17th Monaco Classic Week – La Belle Classe (10-13 September): a voyage in time
An exceptional line-up of classic yachts (sail and motor) will be descending on Monaco for this biennial event that will celebrate the 30th anniversary of the arrival of Tuiga under the Monaco flag. The 1909 gaff cutter became the Club’s flagship in 1995 and embodies YCM’s values and attachment to its living maritime heritage, a symbol of elegance and expertise.
Through its collective Monaco, Capital of Advanced Yachting approach, Yacht Club de Monaco is confirming its position as a key player building sustainable and visionary yachting.
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