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Owners Lunch at the Yacht Club de Monaco: Explorers and scientists at the rendezvous

On the opening day of the Monaco Yacht Show, Yacht Club de Monaco invited a hundred owners of yachts flying the YCM flag for its traditional Owners Lunch. This year, the sum of the linear metres of their yachts was 2,207m. On this occasion an agreement was signed with The Explorers Club, founded in 1904 to promote scientific exploration. In 1921, Prince Albert 1st was made an honorary member while in 2017 YCM President HSH Prince Albert II of Monaco received the prestigious Lowell Thomas Award from The Explorers Club.

Joining forces for a common goal

“This agreement reflects yet again our Club’s commitment to environmental issues, as well as the bond that unites Monaco and The Explorers Club,”  says Bernard d’Alessandri, Yacht Club de Monaco General Secretary. “ Our wish is to bring together all those who are witnesses to climate change and those working to combat the problem”.

“ It means we share the same missions, one of which is to preserve the planet in every way possible or imaginable. We are joining forces in the noble quest for innovation, paving the way to a brighter more sustainable future for our oceans and the world,”  adds  Sir William Roseman , Executive Director at The Explorers Club which has 4,000+ members from over 60 countries.

The challenge of an era

Also present as a guest at the Owners Lunch was  Dr Nina Lanza , Team Leader for Team Lead for Space and Planetary Exploration in Space Remote Sensing and Data Science (ISR-6) at the Los Alamos Laboratory. “ The ocean has long captured our imaginations. We have always considered it to be an eternal, unlimited resource. But appearances can be deceptive. Oceans are much more ephemeral than we often think they are,”  explained the researcher. “ Oceans are probably the cradle of life. That’s why exploration is so important: it teaches us to know ourselves and know the future”.

The attendance of these two leading figures echoes the  13th Environmental Symposium,  due to be held 21st March 2024 before the  YCM   Explorers Awards by La Belle Classe Superyachts , two initiatives under the aegis of the collective ‘Monaco, Capital of  Advanced  Yachting’ approach. “ We reward people who genuinely care about sustainability. We need to understand that our impact on the planet is disproportionate and that we can actually alter our environment. This event is an opportunity to recognise those who are doing their best to maintain these sustainable explorations,”  believes Dr Nina Lanza. A sentiment shared by Sir William Roseman for whom this meeting is essential. As he says, “ we would not be here today discussing these issues if YCM and its members did not share the same objective”.

It is through these international events that YCM is establishing itself as a proactive stakeholder in the environmental transition of yachting, positioning itself as a communication platform for all those involved in building the yachting sector of tomorrow.

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The Principality of Monaco has long been a favourite location in the luxury yacht sector, as a privileged home port for many superyachts and HQ for professionals united in the Cluster “Yachting Monaco”.

With many of the world’s most prestigious yachts flying its flag, including a quarter of the largest 100 private yachts, the Yacht Club de Monaco occupies a unique position on the international luxury yacht scene. As the link between all those who love the sea and boats, the YCM aims to support owners and unite all those involved in yachting around its “Art de Vivre” philosophy.

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Opening the new Yacht Club de Monaco

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A "Free Spirit" building designed by Lord Foster

At 43°44’15’’ N and 7°25’40’’ E, this hi-tech building which looks like a liner docked on Quai Louis II is home to two of the Principality’s historic clubs: the Société Nautique (rowing club) and the Yacht Club, a meeting point for owners and focus of international yachting activities. Alongside Lord Foster and Monegasque architect Alexandre Giraldi, Jacques Grange and Nelson Wilmotte have put their talents to the service of the new building’s interior and exterior layout and design.

Interior spaces

Length of the building, height of the building (sea level/terrace), an eco-responsible approach.

This emblematic building has been designed in response to the local climate and sets high standards in sustainable design that complies with HQE standards. A passive design, the structure balances shade and natural light and the glass facades can be opened for natural ventilation.

Photovoltaic cells, solar thermal panels and sea water cooling systems take advantage of the sun and waterfront site. LED low energy lighting, state of the art systems to manage energy use, waste and water, and points to recharge electric-powered cars have been integrated into the design.

Account has been taken of the life-time sustainability of the building, a factor behind the choice of local materials such as the use of European oak on the terraces, isolation panels and recycled aggregates for the foundations, as well as employing local companies. The Green Building approach also aims to minimise the impact of building works on the neighbours.

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In an ongoing quest to seek solutions to the environmental problems of our time, since 1 st  January 2018, the YCM has been committed to ensuring the electricity it uses comes from renewable energy sources. The initiative follows various actions already taken which include achieving ISO 14001 certification in June 2016, a management system giving the Club eco-responsible organisation status.

It is this spirit which drives the YCM’s sustainable policy, the aim being to guarantee the needs of present generations while preserving resources for future generations. This commitment to the environment determines key objectives of the environmental management system, namely to accelerate our progress on waste management, prevention and control of pollution risks, preservation of natural resources and implementation of a sustainable purchasing policy.

  Inauguration   of   the   new   building

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Atrium - Quai Louis II

On the ground floor the Yacht Club is entered via a glazed atrium with views across the harbour to the palace on the Rock. A masterpiece of design at the heart of the building, a monumental staircase links all the new areas.

YCM Valet Parking

Our team is available every day on the access ramp from Boulevard Louis II, offering a service to take you home within the Principality on request. Parking spaces are reserved exclusively for society members when they visit the Clubhouse (membership card required to gain access).

Areas reserved for members

Deck 2 is reserved exclusively for YCM members.

The Clubhouse has a library of 1,600 nautical reference books, a restaurant and outdoor swimming pool.

On Deck 1 there is a gym, also just for members, where yachtsmen and the Club’s youngsters in the competition teams can train.

The Sunrise Restaurant with a panoramic view.

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In addition to these private areas, others are reserved for the yachting industry for the organization of nautical events

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This multi-purpose room complete with large screen is located right beside the YCM Marina with direct access to Quai Louis II.

The very large volumes of this elegant space, overlooked by a mezzanine level, is the scene of many a prestigious party.

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Panoramic terraces, inspired by the deck of a superyacht, are shaded by retractable fabric screens supported by a mast and booms.

Aquarama Riva Bar

This beautiful lounge pays tribute to Carlo Riva, the “Ingegnere de Sarnico” and inventor of a certain “Art de Vivre”, and offers an uninterrupted view of the harbour and the Rock.

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For sailing all year round

Sports Section

Remaining as committed as ever to its training policy, the Yacht Club de Monaco’s Sailing Division, founded by Prince Rainier III in 1970, offers its members a wide range of sailing activities suited to their age, level and nautical experience.

Be it on Optimists, Bugs, Toppers, ILCA, kitesurfs and J/70s, lessons, coaching and training sessions are organised all year round by eleven state qualified instructors and coaches, whose mission is to teach them all about sailing, discovering the sea and safeguarding the maritime environment. The youngest, from 6 years old, can start learning on Bugs or Toppers.

The YCM Marina: for owners and members calling into Monaco

Located directly in front of the Yacht Club de Monaco’s new building on Quai Louis II, the YCM Marina has been in operation since October 2013. With 26 berths for yachts from 25m to 60m, the complex has a pontoon for tenders and departure point for charters. Superyacht owners will have privileged access to the Yacht Club de Monaco’s Clubhouse throughout their stay in the Principality, as well as facilities offered by BMW, the YCM’s Official Car.

Not only is this orientation towards the luxury yachting sector a big opportunity for Monaco to consolidate its position as a mecca for yachting, but also a source of direct and indirect revenue.

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Monaco Yacht Club: the season’s key events

The 2023 season promises to be a busy one for the Monaco Yacht Club, which this year is celebrating the 70 th anniversary of its creation by Prince Rainier III.

Through “Monaco, Capital of Advanced Yachting”, an initiative launched by the Club, the Principality intends to further establish itself as a centre of excellence for this sector.

13 th Monaco Optimist Team Race (11-15 January)

The young generation got things started on Wednesday, 11 January, bringing together the international team-racing elite in the Optimist class. Sixteen nations are represented by sixty-four sailors under the age of 14.

USA win 12 th Monaco Optimist Team Race

Monaco Sportsboat Winter Series (2-5 February and 2-5 March)

The best J/70 crews are getting ready to meet up again for the continuation of the Monaco Sportsboat Winter Series, a major event in the winter calendar for international crews for the past ten years, of which February will be the third act.

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The race promises to be a close one between Ludovico Fassitelli’s Junda crew from Monaco, followed by Graeme Peterson ( Moonlight II ) and Stefano Roberti ( Piccinina ), also from the Yacht Club.

The J/70s will meet for the fourth and final act on the same weekend as the 39th Primo Cup-Credit Suisse Trophy (see below).

Primo Cup-Credit Suisse Trophy (2-5 March)

The traditional event, which was launched in 1985 at the instigation of Prince Albert II, President of the Yacht Club, will bring together the Smeralda 888s and the Longtze Premiers along with the RS 21s.

Yacht Club Winter Cocktail welcomes new members and presents awards with Prince Albert II present

This regatta, equipped with technical clothing provided by the equipment manufacturer Slam, has established itself as the largest European monotype regatta in the Mediterranean.

Monaco Ocean Week (20-26 March)

During Monaco Ocean Week, organised by the Prince Albert II Foundation along with Monaco’s Oceanographic Institute and Scientific Centre, the Monaco Yacht Club will be entrusted with the yachting aspect of this special week dedicated to ocean protection.

Four events are on the programme this year, including the 12 th Environmental Symposium dedicated to the 10 th Monaco Energy Boat Challenge, which will address the topic of “ Encouraging the future of more responsible yachting ” and the Captains’ Forum, a gathering of shipowners, captains and industry leaders from the superyacht industry.

Prince Albert II: “our contemporaries are gradually grasping the need to take better care of the oceans”

Following the success of its Monaco Smart & Sustainable Marina Rendezvous, whose next event will take place at the Yacht Club on 24 and 25 September, M3 (Monaco Marina Management) will also be launching the first Monaco Smart Yacht Rendezvous, a networking event that will run until Friday 24 March and conclude with the Smart Innovative Yacht Awards.

Thursday 23 March will conclude with the presentation of the 3 rd YCM Explorer Awards by La Belle Classe Superyachts. Prince Albert II will preside over the ceremony, which rewards boat owners who have distinguished themselves through their commitment to the preservation of the marine environment, both by the design of their yacht and their sailing.

Monaco Energy Boat Challenge (3-8 July) 

For the past ten years, this event has drawn young engineers from schools and universities around the world, putting them in touch with the stakeholders in the yachting industry.

The Prince Albert II Foundation and Solar Impulse Foundation hand in hand

This 10 th edition will be full of new features with the organisation, in partnership with Aqua superPower, of the first E-Boat Rally using electric boats that are available on the market, enabling a record number of electric vessel builders to show the public what the future of pleasure boating will look like.

Monaco Classic Week – La Belle Classe

This event, organised by the Monaco Yacht Club, will be an opportunity to learn about the most prestigious vintage sailing boats, classic motor yachts and vintage motorboats.

The Prince’s visit, eco-sustainability… anchors aweigh for Monaco Yacht Show

This 16 th edition will also be the occasion to celebrate the hundredth anniversary of the birth of Prince Rainier III, who founded the Monaco Yacht Club in 1953, and had a real passion for the sea and boats.

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At the Yacht Club de Monaco the Explorer Awards ceremony

Awarding the owners who stand out for their commitment to protecting the marine environment.

MONACO, March 25, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Awarding the owners who stand out for their commitment to protecting the marine environment. It is the aim of the YCM Explorer Awards by  La Belle Classe   Superyachts  that were handed out at a ceremony held at the Yacht Club de Monaco on Thursday 20th March after an environmental symposium dedicated to exploration, as part of the activities planned for the Ocean Week and under the aegis of the collective ‘Monaco, Capital of Advanced Yachting’ approach. Organised under the presidency of HSH Prince Albert II, since 2019 it is awarded by a jury of professionals. Attending the event there were the prince of Monaco Albert II and many famous explorers such as Mike Horn, Bertrand Piccard, Nina Lanza, Kathryn Sullivan and Victor Vescovo. A large delegation of the New York based Explorers Club also took part in the event.

Four awards were handed out: Technology & Innovation went to the 25 meter ‘Cachalote’ who also got a four star Sea Index certificate for sustainability: “I’m moved because we dreamt about a ship that we had never seen before. The construction of it considered many elements such as the culture of our ancestors, the impact of nature and sustainability,” said owner Francisca Cortés Solari. The Science & Discovery went to 68 meter Archimedes: “I feel very lucky to have gone to so many places yet I feel like we’re just scratching the surface and coming to understand what the problems are. I feel very surpised that we won the award. I thought that we might be a candidate but never thought that we could win.” The Adventure & Environmental Ethics award went to 49 meter motor yacht ‘Gigi’: “I got a little emotional up there on the stage. From the beginning of this project we wanted to be different. Just to be invited to speak here it’s the confirmation that we’re doing it right. To get this tonight, I’m just speechless didn't expect it,” said owner Carl Allen. A special ‘Coup de Cœur’ prize was handed out to 47 meter motor yacht ‘Latitude’. Picking up the prize was captain Sean Meagher on behalf of the owner Anil Thadani: “We just won the Explorer award at the Yacht Club de Monaco in combination with the Monaco Yacht Club and the New York Explorers Club and I am a member of both and honored to be here.”

The awards are a way of promoting men and women who are true explorers, perpetuating YCM’s fundamental  Art de Vivre la Mer  values.

Earlier in the week the inauguration ceremony of the first Explorer Dock also took place. The seven yachts displayed on the quey of the Club, M/Y Beyond Capricorn,M/Y Prometej, M/Y Audace,M/Y King Benji, S/Y NDS Evolution,M/Y U Boat NavigatorandM/Y Santandrea, represented a combinationof passion for adventure and innovation.

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Yacht Club de Monaco / Foster + Partners

• Architects: Foster + Partners
• Area Area of this architecture project Area:  26550 m²
• Year Completion year of this architecture project Year:  2014
• Photographs Photographs: Nigel Young / Foster + Partners , YCM | Carlo Borlenghi
• Manufacturers Brands with products used in this architecture project Manufacturers:   Franken-Schotter , Basaltina
• Main Contractor : Engeco , SGTM , SOBEAM
• Structural Engineer : OGER International
• Mechanical & Electrical Engineer : OGER International

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• Collaborating Architect:  Cabinet Alexandre Giraldi, Alexandri Giraldi, Thierry Aresi
• Mechanical And Electrical Engineers:  OGER International
• Cost Consultant:  Artelia
• Lighting Consultant:  Claude Engle
• Client:  Service des Travaux Publics, Principauté de Monaco
• Design Team:  Norman Foster, Spencer de Grey, David Nelson, Nigel Dancey, Patrick Campbell, Ivan Kaye, David Summerfield, James Barnes, Ulrich Hamann, Hugh Stewart, Annamaria Anderloni, Katy Roach
• Country:  Monaco

Text description provided by the architects. The yacht club is the symbolic centrepiece of the Monaco's remodelled harbour front. It celebrates the principality's spectacular coastline and its nautical heritage, creating a series of deck-like terraces that step up along the harbour to offer unrivalled views out to races at sea or inland over the course of the renowned Formula 1 Grand Prix circuit. Located on an area of reclaimed land, the development extends the city's existing marina eastwards and can accommodate a range of craft, from sailing boats to 100-metre super yachts.

The club is entered via a glazed atrium that frames views out over the harbour to the palace. On the first floor are a clubroom, bar and restaurant

Above is a double-height function space, and above that an apartment for the club secretary and a series of 'cabins' for visiting guests. The uppermost floors accommodate a range of event spaces. The observation decks are shaded by retractable fabric screens supported by a mast and booms. The harbour elevations are fully glazed and shaded by louvres, and can be opened up to provide uninterrupted views. Photovoltaic cells, solar thermal panels and sea-water cooling systems have all been integrated to ensure the building sets new sustainability standards, in line with Monaco's environmental ambitions.

The scheme also introduces shops and other amenities at quay level to animate the harbour.

The lower floors accommodate a rowing club and sailing school, whose sliding doors encourage activities to spread out on to the quayside. Designed largely for children, the school provides classrooms, workshops and lofts for small boats. Inland, there is a landscaped park on the roof of the sailing school and nautical society. Bounded on one side by the club's restaurant terrace and leading on the other side to a new exhibition hall, it complements the sequence of green spaces in this densely populated city and forms a new link in the pedestrian route between the quayside and Casino Square.

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An individual wishing to become a member of the YCM needs to be introduced by two ‘sponsors’, both must be YCM society members. Any person who has been a society member for more than one year (with the exception of Board Members) may propose one applicant per session.

Twice a year, HSH Prince Albert II, President of the Yacht Club de Monaco, convenes a meeting of the Admissions Committee to examine all applications. New members are officially welcomed to the YCM at a cocktail party attended by members, after which it is customary for the new entrant to celebrate his or her membership at a dinner in the Club’s restaurant.

The Candidate

One of the sponsors must request an application form from the ‘Service Membres’ and go in person to pick it up. The form, having been duly completed and signed by the candidate and the two sponsors, should be accompanied by a letter of introduction from the first sponsor, explaining why the candidate wishes to join. It must be returned to ‘Service Membres’ within six months. After this date, the application will be cancelled.

The Sponsor

The sponsor plays a key role when introducing a new member to the Yacht Club de Monaco. It is their responsibility to ensure that newcomers fully embrace life at the Yacht Club, by introducing them to other members and involving them in events organised by the Club, whether they be of a social, cultural or sporting nature. The sponsor should also be committed to ensuring that the person they propose is encouraged to adopt the YCM’s philosophy and values, by actively participating in the life of the Club and constantly striving to raise the YCM’s standards.

Only one applicant per sponsor (society member) may be proposed and submitted per session for approval to the Admissions Committee which reserves the right to refuse any applicant without notification.

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Canadian billionaire who once flipped burgers at McDonald’s has got the biggest private yacht to the 2024 Monaco Grand Prix and paid $141,000 just to moor it near the tracks and enjoy the race from his $200 million floating palace.

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Owning a luxury vessel comes with high costs, including annual maintenance, crew salaries, fuel charges, and hotel expenses. During the Monaco GP event, these costs extend with substantial berthing charges. According to the Formula 1 Grand Prix rate chart , docking charges for a boat like Faith, which spans 95 meters or 315 feet, would not ideally fit in the trackside zone due to its size. The next best option for Faith Yacht is Zone 1, which has docking charges of $141,000.

Faith: Fabulous, Flamboyant, and Full of Luxuries

Faith is a winner not just of hearts but also of several well-deserved awards such as the World Superyacht Award 2018, Motoryacht of the Year, Best Displacement Motoryacht 2000GT and above, and Boat International Design & Innovation Awards for Best GA & Deck Design, Best Interior Design, and Best Tender. With RWD responsible for exteriors and interiors and naval architecture by Feadship, this five-deck beauty accommodates 18 guests in 9 staterooms, with 32 crew members. The owner enjoys unmatched luxury treatment aboard the vessel.

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At Anchor: Must see superyacht charters attending the 2024 Monaco Grand Prix

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By Katie Scott   24 May 2024

Putting the pedal to the metal, the fast and furious Monaco Grand Prix returns to the streets of Monte Carlo on one of the toughest courses of the Formula One calendar. One of the biggest social events of the year for visiting Mediterranean yacht charters , the Circuit de Monaco draws crowds in their thousands, plus a glistening array of superyacht charters .

An adrenaline-fueled 77-lap race with intrinsic chicanes and hairpins, Circuit de Monaco is one of the ultimate tests for participating Formula One racers, battling for their place on the coveted podium. Being just one of the very few courses to feature trackside berths, visiting Monaco yacht charters can offer a completely immersive experience just meters away from the action.

While many corporate yacht charters thrive on the electric atmosphere of Port Hercule during the racing program, some of the most extravagant megayacht charters can be spotted at anchor in the bay.

Close enough to enjoy the atmosphere of the 2024 Monaco Grand Prix , but far away enough to escape the hustle and bustle on the mainland, charter guests out in the bay can embrace the best of both worlds, with easy access to the main event via helicopter or tender, and abundant space to open up the toy garage for fun in between in the races.

Here are some of the stunning super yacht charters currently at anchor at the Monaco Grand Prix.

Super yacht charters at anchor

Renaissance.

A striking  Freire Shipyard yacht charter with interior styling by English designer Bannenberg & Rowell and accommodation for up to 36 guests in 19 extravagant cabins, 367.5ft (112m) super yacht charter RENAISSANCE launched onto the charter market in 2023 and has rapidly become a highly sought after West Mediterranean yacht charter . 

Featuring a spectacular alfresco living environment with ample dining and lounge options, plus a captivating infinity pool and a spacious beach club for charter guests wanting to be close to the waves, RENAISSANCE delivers optimal comfort and entertainment on every deck, making her an ideal choice for see and be seen yacht charters .

Highlights onboard include a commercially certified helipad, a cutting-edge toy selection, and a state-of-the-art movie theatre.

One of the most expensive yacht charters in the world, the iconic 377.7ft (115.1m) superyacht charter AHPO is industry renowned for providing nothing less than effortless opulence and luxury yacht charter experiences that will never be forgotten. An asset to the fleet of Lurssen yacht charters , AHPO features an impressive collection of premium amenities including an elaborate cinema, a gym with sweeping views for indulgent  France yacht charters , and a spa-quality health and wellness area.

Highlights onboard super yacht charter AHPO include a sprawling full-beam owner’s duplex, an expansive beach club, and a certified foredeck helipad.

A 2022 Golden Yachts yacht charter with a distinguishable exterior design, 288.9ft (88.01m) luxury yacht charter PROJECT X is a premium choice for French Riviera yacht charters with an enticing plethora of onboard amenities including a large swimming pool and adjacent sun loungers, a huge array of toys and tenders for legendary watersports yacht charters , and a stunning 360-degree sun deck gym.

Offering seven impressive cabins, plus a VIP and on-deck owner suite with a private pool, PROJECT X is a contemporary yacht charter perfectly matched for a variety of yacht charter destinations around the world.

Other key highlights onboard include a triple-height glass atrium and elevator, a vast wellness suite with spa, Hammam, and Finnish Sauna, plus juice bar and lounging area, and chic interiors penned by Massari Design Studio.

A 164.1ft (50m) Benetti yacht charter  that comes fully equipped with a RYA water sports center, multiple alfresco dining and lounge options, and a large swimming pool, motor yacht charter FANTASEA  is a captivating addition to the Italian fleet of yacht rentals that boasts an impressive collection of water toys.

Perfect for corporate or family yacht charters , FANTASEA has plenty of entertainment options for charter guests of all ages, with interior and exterior environments providing optimal comfort.

Other key features include a beach club, spa-quality health and wellness facilities, and a deck Jacuzzi.

A timeless 180.5ft (55m) Amels yacht charter , motor yacht charter SAMIRA was delivered in 2003 and completed a refit in 2022. Sporting interior and exterior designs by Terence Disdale, she can accommodate up to 12 charter guests in a well-appointed five-cabin layout, ideal for events yacht charters .

Keeping charter guests entertained throughout their charter vacation, SAMIRA offers Wi-Fi connectivity, a piano, and an exterior bar with sweeping views for memorable South of France yacht charters .

Other key features onboard include a hydraulic swim platform, a great selection of water toys, and opulent interiors.

Monaco Grand Prix yacht charters

If you’re interested in learning more about a Monaco Grand Prix yacht charter, contact your preferred  yacht charter broker  today about availability for the 2025 Monaco Grand Prix and  yacht rental costs , or view our  complete guide to the Monaco Grand Prix .

Alternatively, view and compare all  superyachts for charter in Monaco .

Other charter yachts at anchor for the 2024 Monaco Grand Prix

108m Benetti 2019

93m Feadship 2019

70m Benetti 2020

71m Royal Denship 2002 / 2022

74m Nobiskrug 2008 / 2013

71m Turquoise Yachts 2011 / 2020

65m ISA 2021

64m Benetti 2006 / 2023

50m CBI Navi 2005 / 2017

63m Oceanco 2002 / 2022

50m Benetti 2024

56m Columbus Yachts 2015

49m Mondo Marine 2006 / 2022

43m CRN 2009 / 2013

50m Philip Zepter Yachts 2011 / 2024

50m Turquoise Yachts 2007 / 2017

49m Christensen 2009 / 2015

48m Euroship Cees Cornelissen 1992 / 2014

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F1 Monaco GP live updates: Charles Leclerc on pole as Verstappen bids to defend Monte Carlo crown

F1 Monaco Grand Prix — start time, stream info

• Leclerc claims pole ahead of Piastri, Sainz & Norris
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Stewards: No further action for Hülkenberg

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After meeting with stewards, Haas driver Nico Hülkenberg has also been cleared of allegations he impeded during qualifying. Early in the session, Alpine driver Esteban Ocon radioed that the Haas driver had blocked him in Turn 3. Both cars were having issues with radio communications, hindering Hülkenberg from knowing Ocon was approaching. Here's more from the stewards:

"The team had attempted to warn Car 27 of the arrival of Car 31 on a fast lap but the radio communication system was not working reliably and the driver of Car 27 did not receive the messages. We heard the radio messages from the team to the driver but it appears that those messages did not go through to the car.

The driver of Car 31 confirmed that he too had issues with the communication system. We had similar reports of intermittent radio messages from another team today.

The driver of Car 31 acknowledged that, because the entry of Turn 3 is blind, the driver of Car 27 could not have known of his approach without the benefit of a radio warning. He also felt that, notwithstanding the fact that he caught Car 27, he was not materially impacted during that lap by Car 27 because Car 27 picked up the pace at Turn 4.

Given that the team had attempted to warn their driver appropriately of the arrival of Car 31; in the light of the technical issues with the radio communications; and the fact that the driver of Car 31 said that he was not materially impacted, we took no further action."

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Stewards: No further action for Sainz

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After both drivers met with the race stewards, Carlos Sainz will not be penalized for allegedly impeding Alex Albon during qualifying at Monaco earlier today. Sainz admitted to stewards that he knew Albon was coming on a push lap, but didn't have enough room at the exit of Turn 16 to give the Williams driver proper space. The stewards' judgment reads:

"The driver of Car 55 (Sainz) stated on hindsight that he could perhaps have gone off the track and thereby given Car 23 (Albon) more room but felt that he did not unnecessarily impede Car 23 as he took the necessary steps on the track to give him space.

The driver of Car 23 was able to complete his push lap and although he may have lost a tenth and a half in terms of time and was therefore affected, he said it was, in his mind, "grey" as to whether or not he was unnecessarily impeded by Car 55. He did not think this was a clear case of impeding. He acknowledged that the part of the circuit was particularly difficult at it is a sequence of blind corners and that Car 55 could not have seen Car 23 approaching any sooner.

In the light of the above, we took no further action."

Haas cars fail a technical check, summoned by stewards

According to a report from Jo Bauer, the FIA Formula One Technical Delegate, "The uppermost rear wing element adjustable positions were checked on car numbers 20 and 27. The LHS and RHS outermost area of the of the adjustable elements were exceeding the maximum allowed 85mm on both cars.”

The matter was referred to the stewards as it was not in compliance. If the stewards decide to issue a penalty, both Kevin Magnussen and Nico Hülkenberg will be excluded from qualifying.

No surprises for Verstappen, despite his difficult Red Bull

Max Verstappen could have qualified higher had he not clunked a barrier on his final shot at pole in Q3. But that wasn’t so much a case of being unfortunate, as a result of his Red Bull's lack of grip.

And he doesn't expect to enjoy his race day either starting P6.

💬 "It's not something that came as a surprise to me because I knew our limitations already, coming into this weekend. But it's been bad. I can't take any curbs and it honestly feels like I'm driving a go-kart with no suspension and no damping.

“I felt really comfortable in the high-speed corners. At least that was enjoyable. But the low speed we're just losing too much.

"Looking at tomorrow, I mean, if it's just a straightforward race then there's not that much you can do. We don't have the fastest car, so it's not like we qualified out of position. We'll see what happens."

You’re on a boat!

Earlier this week, while Pat looked at how the 99 per cent can enjoy the Monaco Grand Prix, I did a bit of digging into how the ultra-rich do it, particularly those who want to watch from the water.

If you’ve got your own yacht, expect to cough up about $22,000 to park it in the harbor for the Thursday to Monday stretch. And that’s only if you’ve got a piddling 80-footer. The Monaco Yacht Club lists prices for boats up to about 230 feet — that would be $92,240, merci beaucoup. But hey, at least:

• there’s a high correlation between yacht owners and people who can afford such prices; and
• that parking spot includes access for two people to the marina’s clubhouse between Friday and Sunday.

If you don’t own a yacht but want to be on one, fear not: multiple outfits offer viewing packages that should scratch your itch. Irvine Consultancy hosts a Sunday post-race yacht party for 750 € ($814) that includes a “VIP buffet” and open bar (no liquor).

Senate Grand Prix’s “Surf and Turf” package includes viewing from various land-based points on Friday and Saturday, and access to a triple-decker yacht for Sunday’s race. Prices start at $8,540 per person, and include a three-night hotel stay, lunch, drinks, and souvenir lanyard.

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Sainz and Hülkenberg under investigation for impeding

A few drivers are meeting with race stewards about alleged impeding incidents during qualifying that could change the race order. We'll hear rulings within the hour, most likely.

• Nico Hülkenberg (P12) will meet with stewards about allegedly impeding Esteban Ocon (P11) in Turn 3.
• Carlos Sainz (P3) will meet with stewards about allegedly impeding Alex Albon (P9) in Turn 15. Albon was also summoned to discuss the incident, as is standard protocol.

Obviously either could affect the grid for tomorrow's grand prix.

A pleasant surprise from McLaren for Stella

McLaren team principal Andrea Stella was happy with his team's Saturday, as Oscar Piastri and Lando Norris pocketed P2 and P4 respectively on the provisional grid.

Each is behind a Ferrari, while ahead of everyone else as they prepare for the 2024 Monaco Grand Prix. Here's Stella:

💬 "This is above where we hoped to be because at times, during qualifying as well, we saw many teams had the potential to be up for the first couple of rows of the grid.

"For Lando, the day was actually decided by the mechanics and the team responding in time to the problem we had with part of the advertising ended up in the under the car."

It's been a good period for McLaren. Let's see what the lean, mean yellow and green machines can do from those starting slots tomorrow.

Leclerc’s new engineer is way more of a chatterbox

Charles Leclerc got a new race engineer as of the last race at Imola, with Bryan Bozzi taking over from Xevi Marcos Padros, and I could hear a huge difference in their interactions during qualifying.

Bozzi is far chattier on the radio, particularly warming up for qualifying laps, providing information on the gaps between the cars and the tire usage.

Caption competition: The one with Leclerc & Piastri

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Alonso blames traffic for Q1 exit

It felt a little more unfortunate than anything for Fernando Alonso , who also exited Q1 in his Aston Martin. Here's the Spaniard's reaction from the media pen:

💬 “A lot of traffic. That was a killer for our qualifying. I lost three-tenths with a car just in front. And then another two tenths in the last corner. There were three cars parked there. No one to blame. They cannot vanish. This is Monaco and the cars are very big.

"But yeah, we found ourselves in the wrong place at the wrong time today and this is very painful here in Monaco.

"It's going to be a parade of cars tomorrow, but we can do you it. We need to do the job on Saturday. We didn't manage it so we need to do better next time."

Perez not hopeful to his grand prix chances

Monaco is not the place to botch your qualifying, so there's a little bit of extra sympathy due to Sergio Perez as his Red Bull sits P18 for tomorrow's grid. Here's how the Mexican reacted after the Q1 exit:

💬 “I got into traffic on my lap, enough to lose a couple of tenths. We didn’t hook it together and this is the result. It's quite a bad day for myself; there’s nothing we can hope for tomorrow.

“We had the pace to get through but like always, you have to put it together when you have the chance.”

Could Piastri notch his first win?

Going into tomorrow’s race Leclerc is surely the favorite, but as the Ferrari driver noted qualifying isn’t quite everything in Monaco — and he’ll have the McLaren sophomore starting beside him on the front row.

Oscar Piastri has been knocking on the door lately, but has been held back by some rotten luck: a penalty bumped him off the front row at Imola last week, and an encounter with Sainz knocked him out of the running in Miami before that.

If he benefits from a clean race tomorrow, he’s got a really good shot at securing his maiden win, and McLaren’s second of 2024.

Leclerc: Qualifying isn’t everything in Monaco

Charles Leclerc couldn’t hide his grin while speaking after taking pole position in Monaco. But he’s been here before.

This is his third Monaco pole in F1, repeating the feat from 2021 and 2022, yet he’s never finished his home race on the podium. He said:

💬 “Really, really happy about the lap. The excitement is so high, it feels really good. However, now I know more often than not in the past that qualifying is not everything.

“As much as it helps for Sunday’s race, we need to put everything together for Sunday. In the past years we didn’t manage to do so.”

The Q3 shootout and provisional top-10

Here's how Q3 finished in the end, and that sharp end of the grid for tomorrow's Monaco Grand Prix:

• 1: LECLERC (FER) 1:10.270
• 2: Piastri (MCL) 1:10.424
• 3: Sainz (FER) 1:10.518
• 4: Norris (MCL) 1:10.542
• 5: Russell (MER) 1:10.543
• 6: Verstappen (RBR) 1:10.567
• 7: Hamilton (MER) 1:10.621
• 8: Tsunoda (RB) 1:10.858
• 9: Albon (WIL) 1:10.948
• 10: Gasly (ALP) 1:11.311

Tall order ahead of Verstappen

So that's official then – if Max Verstappen is to win tomorrow, he'll be just the fourth driver to ever win Monaco starting outside the top five.

The odds are certainly against him.

A brilliant lap from Leclerc at the end

It was only a small improvement by Charles Leclerc , but enough to ensure he got pole ahead of Oscar Piastri.

He's now got the perfect chance to try and finally win on home soil in Monaco. A brilliant performance.

LECLERC CLAIMS POLE AT MONACO 🏁

There it is! A 1:10.270 from Charles Leclerc 's Ferrari takes pole position for tomorrow's Monaco Grand Prix.

Q3: Into the final fight for pole

⏰ 10/12mins: The final two minutes. The final runs. Here's the current top three but that could - and probably will - all change:

• 1: Leclerc (FER)
• 2: Piastri (MCL)
• 3: Russell (MER)

‘Same issues in 5 and 10’

Verstappen reports on the radio he’s got the “same issues in (Turn) 5 and (Turn) 10” on his push lap. Also says there’s a lack of grip through Turn 6 and “it is what it is”.

Yacht Club de Monaco focuses on the future of the yachting industry

TURIN, Italy, May 22, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — With a fleet where the average age is 23 years, the market currently comprises 10,729 motor yachts and 1,897 sailing yachts. There are 1,166 projects under construction or on order with Italy dominating this aspect on 51.4%, even though the country only represents 40.1% of global production in gross tonnage terms. Superyacht production has doubled in the last decade with 132 in-build. Germany leads on average length of superyachts in construction with 94.4m, followed by the Netherlands on 62m. Yachts customised by their owners represent 63.3% of the global fleet. It is the picture drawn at the Cluster Yachting Monaco which convened a hundred yachting professionals and a fleet of yachts moored in the YCM Marina for its first Open Day 2024. The meeting was a chance to take stock of the sector as it stands and make forecasts for 2030. “The industry must set itself apart in the best possible way. Our Cluster is always cited as a reference and is one of the best in the world. We must keep up the momentum,” began Bernard d’Alessandri, Cluster Yachting Monaco President and General Secretary of the Yacht Club de Monaco.

After a presentation on statistics for the sector in 2024 by Katia Damborsky from Boat International, there were two sessions in the form of panels dealing with yachting’s evolution in the immediate future with a 360° vision of the different players involved and their commitment to sustainability. All delegates also had an opportunity to visit the 15 yachts moored in the YCM Marina, presented by Sanlorenzo, Oceanco, Novamarine, RIB, Riva, Pardo, Saialia Yachts, Baltic Yachts, Dominator Yacht, Costruzioni Navali Tigullio, Palmer Johnson, Overmarine, Feadship and Philip Zepter Yachts.

International trends for 2024 show a marked preference for diesel engines, far outperforming hybrid and diesel/electric engines.  The event also discussed the increase in use of Hydrogenated Vegetable Oils (HVO). Feadship has taken another step towards its goal to produce carbon neutral superyachts by 2030, with the Obsidian, an 84.2m superyacht that can run on a HVO non-fossil diesel fuel. Not to be out done Sanlorenzo is also testing this new clean emission biofuel on the 44m Lammouche.

Optimising hull designs for better fuel efficiency, cleaner more efficient engines, hybrid, diesel-electric, and electric engines, rigid sails, HVO/bio fuels, solar energy, hydrogen / green hydrogen, methanol / green methanol and sustainable innovations are all solutions available now to improve vessel sustainability. What will the sector look like by 2030? A range of panellists attempted to answer this question by making overall projections for the industry. “In my opinion the 360° approach is the most interesting,” observed Artur Poloczanski, Public Relations Director at Sunreef. “You have to know how to optimise a yacht to achieve the sustainability objective.”

On 10th June 2024, Cluster Yachting Monaco members will meet again to celebrate ten years of the association. Founded in 2014 by Bernard d'Alessandri, the Cluster Yachting Monaco is one of the first in the world solely intended for yachting sector stakeholders. It is in line with actions taken by a government-led committee (Conseil Stratégique pour l’attractivité) with the aim being to provide a platform for dialogue with decision-making authorities. Defined as a centre of competitiveness uniting a hundred interdependent organisations and companies working in the same sector, the Cluster has proved to be a unifying force.

For more information:

Press Office LaPresse - [email protected]

A photo accompanying this announcement is available at https://www.globenewswire.com/NewsRoom/AttachmentNg/cd93dc92-685f-43f8-896a-dbac27e8231e

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“No question, in Formula 1, outside of winning your home Grand Prix, I’d say Monaco is the other really precious, precious event to put on your resume,” says racing great Mario Andretti when asked by Robb Report to comment on the contest’s importance. “Monaco is one of the absolute premier events—look at the tradition it has,” adds the 1978 world champion, who did win his home grand prix but never took Monaco. “I wish I could have had that as part of my trifecta,” he admits, in reference to his other major wins.

Yes, the Monaco Grand Prix is a race like none other: a spectacle fusing the glamour and prestige of a Hollywood gala with pure speed. Nestled into the Mediterranean coast, the Principality itself is a fairy-tale world of sun-kissed cliffs, yacht-filled harbors, and opulent palaces.

Jenson Button, who won the race in 2009, called it the fulfillment of a lifelong dream. “Monte Carlo is a place where every driver wants to win,” he said at the time. “But achieving it is so satisfying because you know you’ve conquered one of the toughest circuits in motorsport.” In that regard, the race is a bit of a paradox: In a sport that’s all about speed, this street circuit is both the slowest course on the calendar and one of the most dangerous.

Lewis Hamilton , seven-time winner of the Formula 1 Drivers’ Championship, has stated, “Even though Monaco has the slowest average speed of all the circuits we visit in a season, it always feels incredibly quick.” Hamilton won in Monaco while driving for McLaren-Mercedes in 2008, and then at Mercedes in 2016 and 2019. He’s also on record explaining that the dichotomy is “because the acceleration is so rapid and the walls so close: There really is no room for error.”

From the hairpin to the tunnel section, every corner presents a unique challenge, testing the limits of both skill and courage. The record-holder, with six victories, including five consecutive first-place finishes from 1989 to 1993, is the late Ayrton Senna , who described a particular qualifying lap around the track in almost supernatural terms.

“At that moment, I suddenly realized that I was going beyond the threshold of consciousness,” Senna once said, adding that while doing his lap he felt as if he was seeing himself from above, with the track as a kind of tunnel.

Although every driver will say that scoring the pole position is almost a prerequisite to victory on a track where overtaking the leader is nearly impossible, history has produced outrageous scenarios time and again. Torrential rainfall, enemy to the drivers hoping for a procession from pole to checkered flag, has often provided the key to success for those whose cars are not otherwise up to it. The rain has written several of the most memorable moments in the race’s epic story, including the event 40 years ago that announced the arrival of Ayrton Senna.

Alain Prost, himself a rising star that year, started from pole position in the rain. But way back in 13th place, the rookie Senna took center stage in an uncompetitive Toleman. By lap 32 of the 76 projected laps, the Brazilian had climbed up the pack to finally pass Prost and cross the finish line in the lead as the race was red-flagged due to danger. The rules stated that the official classification had to be counted from the last lap during which all cars still running had crossed the finish line—in this case the 31st lap—and so Prost was named the winner. 

The Senna legend and the Prost-Senna rivalry, however, had just begun. The two drivers would be the only winners of the race from that year until 1993, the last time that the Brazilian participated before his death in a crash the following season.

The only other driver to make Monaco his sole Formula 1 victory was Jarno Trulli, who won at the 2004 edition in a Renault. In that race, Trulli started from pole and led to the end. But he had always prepared well for the coveted event, saying that the best method for learning the track was the one that he discovered in his first year there in Formula 3. He awoke at 4 a.m. on the Tuesday before the race so that he could jog around the route when there was no public traffic. 

“In Monaco, more than any other circuit, you want to know everything about all the bumps and curbs, any change in the circuit, in the tarmac,” said Trulli. “You really want to have a good idea of where you are going to put your wheels.”

After Senna, the drivers with the second most victories are Graham Hill and Michael Schumacher with five each, followed by Prost with four, then Stirling Moss, Jackie Stewart, Nico Rosberg, and Lewis Hamilton—all with three victories. Fernando Alonso, currently driving for Aston Martin, came close last year to taking his third victory in Monaco, finishing second. Some drivers, though, dislike the track, the best known among them being Nelson Piquet, who some say famously compared racing in Monaco to flying a helicopter around your living room.

Fittingly, the overall spectacle of the Monaco contest has been the setting for some of the most memorable scenes in John Frankenheimer’s 1966 film Grand Prix , starring Yves Montand, James Garner, and Eva Marie Saint.

For sponsors, Monaco represents an all-important opportunity to hobnob with the glitterati and showcase their brands amidst the extravagant setting of Monte Carlo. And for many of the drivers who have chosen to live in this tax haven—such as Hamilton, Verstappen, and Sergio Perez—it’s also a home race of sorts. That’s truly the case, though, for Ferrari’s Charles Leclerc, who was born in Monaco and has lived there all his life. 

“It’s the same roads that I took by bus to go to school when I was younger,” said Leclerc to the media last Sunday. “Now it’s in a Formula 1 car. So that makes it extra special for me. So I’m really looking forward to it.”

Yet despite the legendary status of the Monaco Grand Prix, questions remain. Can a race so at odds with modern safety standards continue to exist? Formula 1, forever pushing boundaries, struggles to reconcile its ever-evolving technology with the limitations of Monaco’s streets. And one of the most impressive aspects of the race disappeared when the hybrid engines arrived in 2014 and the cacophony of the power trains no longer bounced quite so strongly off the buildings and hills around the city. 

“I went to the historic race and the best thing about it is, for me, sound,” said Lando Norris last week, referring to the event that features classic racing cars before the Formula 1 teams arrive. “The sound needs to be improved,” he added, commenting on the new Formula 1 cars compared to those of yesteryear.

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The yacht-spotter's guide to the F1 Monaco Grand Prix

Every year, Monaco’s Grand Prix pulls in some of the fleet’s finest superyachts for a weekend of adrenaline-fuelled F1 action and A-lister events in the heart of the principality. Yachts moored stern to the circuit have a premium vantage point over the cars tearing around the track, while superyachts at anchor can enjoy all the Formula One buzz with the added benefit of privacy and seclusion. 

BOAT takes a closer look at the superyachts spotted near the event...

Renaissance

Length : 111.9m Builder : Freire

Renaissance is the largest private yacht built in Spain and one of the world's most expensive charter yachts . Which is quite the feat for Freire, a commercial shipyard that has built only one private yacht in the past. With 7,200GT to play with, her list of amenities include a sushi bar, a dedicated hair and beauty salon, a ballet bar with a mirror for stretching and two cinemas – one indoor, one outdoor. The owner's deck is described as "palatial" and comes with its own a media room, a lounge with bar and dining and a private terrace with a Jacuzzi for six.

Length : 52.1m Builder : Sanlorenzo

Spotted pulling into port with a Bugatti on the aft, Seven Sins is the perfect yacht for soaking up the Formula One action. She is part of Sanlorenzo's hugely successful 52Steel series, with features including a glass-bottomed pool on the aft that floods the beach club below with light. Her palatial interior design offers plenty of space for kicking back and watching the races in a more relaxed setting and her sharp Officina Italiana Design exterior is sure to attract attention in Monaco harbour. 

Length : 90m Builder : Benetti

Lionheart was launched in 2016 as the shipyard's largest build to date, though she was surpassed by the 107-metre Mar (ex Lana ) four years later. She was the third yacht to be ordered from Benetti by the same owner, Sir Philip Green. While her curvy exterior and private balconies will be visible to those visiting Port Hercule this weekend, interiors have always been shrouded in secrecy. It is known that  Stefano Natucci  collaborated with Benetti on the exterior design and Green & Mingarelli Design  is responsible for the interior design.

Fountainhead

Length : 87.8m   Builder : Feadship

Created with family use in mind, Fountainhead features a recreation room and library that can be converted into cabins to supplement the six existing guest cabins and owner's suite. She was designed by De Voogt Naval Architects and Sinot Yacht Design , though "a signature blend of art, antiques and aesthetics" by Belgian artist Axel Vervoordt are also displayed throughout.  Leisure highlights include a fully-equipped gym with health club, a contra-flow swimming pool and a tender garage that houses wave runners, kayaks, surfboard and diving equipment, among others. The superyacht is named after the famous novel by Ayn Rand.

Coral Ocean

Length : 72.6m Builder : Lürssen

A World Superyacht Award winner, Coral Ocean earned the judges' commendation following a sensitive, multi-million refit that converted the heritage vessel into a successful charter platform. All deck spaces were upgraded, including a reimagined sundeck that now houses a glass-sided spa pool, sunbathing and observation deck and a central deckhouse with a television lounge, dining area and bar. Coral Ocean was one of the largest launches of 1994 and her secrecy for the first two decades of her life solidified her as an icon for the German shipyard. She is owned by Australian garbage waste disposal giant Ian Malouf. 

Length : 72m   Builder : Lürssen

Delivered in 2006, Titania  (ex Apoise ) was put up for auction by her owner in 2010 and was snapped up for €33.75 million – roughly half the estimated value – by Phones4U tycoon John Caudwell. He then went on to refit, lengthen and rename the superyacht, which he discusses in an exclusive interview with BOAT International . Designed by Espen Øino and Francois Zuretti , the Lürssen was the star yacht in season six of The Crown and is a popular charter yacht. No wonder, as she sports a beach club that can be converted into a nightclub, an onboard masseuse and beautician and an impressive array of watersports – including a waterpark and a 12.7-metre slide.

Length : 70m Builder : Royal Denship

Force Blue first hit the water in 2002 as the 63.3-metre Big Roi , a trawler-style expedition yacht that has since been refitted to varying degrees. The most recent work was done at Lusben in 2022 and involved a seven-metre stern extension to allow for a large, wrap-around swim platform. The main deck was extended in the process as well. Design highlights include a black-tiled spa (with heated massage table), a cinema, a barbecue and dining area that turns into a disco and a dining room that doubles as a conference space. An elevator serves all decks.

Length : 67.5m Builder : Icon Yachts

The flagship of the Dutch shipyard, Loon (ex Icon ) is now anchored in Port Hercule where she is likely to cause another social media sensation . She was delivered in 2010 to a design by RWD , with clean, contemporary interiors by Studio Linse . A raised main deck pool is one of her many highlights with two panels of glass that filter natural light into the beach club below. A bar, gym, massage room and sauna are also found at this level. Loon was sold to a new owner in April 2023, after which she joined the charter fleet with IYC .

Length : 66m   Builder : Oceanco

AHS has undergone numerous name changes (she was sold and renamed mostly recently in January ) but started life as Dilbar in 2005. A successful charter yacht, she can be easily distinguished in port by her classic canoe stern. An interior by the late Alberto Pinto provides accommodation across eight cabins, including a full-beam owner's suite with its own lounge and adjoining private office. Other highlights include an outdoor cinema, a beamy sundeck with 19,000-litre pool and a helipad that transforms into a sun lounge.

Length : 49.9m Builder : Zepter

The Croatian yard's first superyacht offering, JoyMe is usually berthed in Cap d’Ail but has been sighted in Monaco for the past two Grands Prix. She’s one of the most recognisable yachts at the event, with her custom red and white exterior and unusual eye motif – said to be the eyes of the commissioning owner’s daughter. Leisure highlights include a Pop Art-inspired interior by  Marijana Radovic , a sundeck with a 3.5-metre Jacuzzi and a lower deck arranged with a gym, Finnish sauna and Hammam spa with sea views. Accommodation is across five cabins, including the "VIP deck" owner's cabin which has a walk-in bathroom, lounge and private sunbathing platform on the bow.

Length : 45.2m Builder : Royal Hakvoort

The most recent delivery on the list, Milele is one of this year's World Superyacht Award winners . According to the judges, she stood out thanks to her "incredible build quality” and surprising spaces on board. Most notable of these is the innovative foredeck garage, which stores a submarine and crane, and has a full entertainment suite with a large television screen built into its hatch. She was designed inside and out by Omega Architects with an efficient hull design by Van Oossanen Naval Architects .

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