Luxury Yacht & Superyacht News Brief for Yacht Club de Monaco

Sailing yacht Mariquita racing in the 2010 Westward Cup - Photo courtesy of photographer Ian Roman

2nd Westport Cup to be attended by superyachts Altair, Eleonora, Mariette and Mariquita

March 14, 2012

Four glorious big class vessels will grace the squadron start line for the second running of the Westward Cup, taking place from June 11 to 16, 2012, including the 39.5m sailing yacht Altair, the 41.5m charter yacht Eleonora E (ex Eleonora), the 42m superyacht Mariette and the 38m Mariquita superyacht. Also invited, but as yet unconfirmed, are the 46m sailing yacht Lulworth and the 32m luxury yacht Moonbeam IV.

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4th La Belle Classe Business Symposium

January 23, 2012

The 4th La Belle Classe Business Symposium took place at the Yacht Club de Monaco, chaired by the YCM Secretary General Bernard d’Alessandri. It was a dinner-debate on the economic situation in the yachting industry, featuring the presence of over 50 professionals from across the luxury yachting supply chain.

Back (L-R): YCCS President of the Board of Directors Princess Zahra Aga Khan, YCCS Commodore Riccardo Bonadeo. Front (L-R): His Excellency the Governor of the British Virgin Islands Mr Boyd McCleary, YCCS President His Highness the Aga Khan, Chairman of Victor International Mr David Johnson, the Honourable Premier of the British Virgin Islands, Dr Orlando Smith. Credits: Broadsword Communications/YCCS.

YCCS Virgin Gorda celebrates Clubhouse opening in the Caribbean

January 12, 2012

YCCS Virgin Gorda celebrates its Clubhouse opening, marking the completion as well as the launch of the new Caribbean location.

Igor Simcic of Esimit Europa 2 yacht and HSH Prince Albert II - Membership Certificate

Igor Simcic, owner of Esimit Europa 2 superyacht admitted to the Yacht Club de Monaco

December 20, 2011

During the festive banquet in Monte Carlo, Esimit Europa 2′s owner was accepted to one of the most elite clubs in the world – the Yacht Club de Monaco.

Winners of the YCM Awards 2011@Franck Terlin

The Yacht Club de Monaco Awards 2011

December 16, 2011

President of the Yacht Club de Monaco paid tribute to the club´s sailors at the 2011 YCM Awards with the Trophée Credit Suisse.

Inauguration of the Monaco Classic Week 2011 - Photo Carlo Borlenghi

Monaco Classic Week – La Belle Classe: sailing yacht Mariquita winner of the Classic Yacht Regatta – Big Boat category 2011

September 19, 2011

In any celebration, there are years when everything comes together to make it a superb occasion that will long be remembered. That will be the case for this 10 th edition of Monaco Classic Week – La Belle Classe. A unique event on the circuit and organised in partnership with its official timekeeper Hublot, Credit Suisse, Italian car manufacturer Lancia and…

Vilanova Grand Marina Barcelona-Stand at Monaco Yacht Show 2010

MYS 2011: Captains Dinner and Awards sponsored by Villanova Grand Marina – Barcelona

September 12, 2011

Vilanova Grand Marina – Barcelona announce the sponsorship of the prestigious Captains Dinner and Awards, hosted by Fraser Yachts. The gala function will be held at the Yacht Club de Monaco on the 22nd of September.

Monaco Classic Week- La Belle Classe - Image credit to T Ameller

10th Monaco Classic Week-La Belle Classe: 14th to 18th September, 2011

August 31, 2011

Whether in the harbour, ashore or at sea, the 80 boats expected for the 10th Monaco Classic Week-La Belle Classe on 14 to 18 September are living proof that our maritime heritage is alive and well, and bears testimony to the Principality’s commitment to the values surrounding it. This year the Yacht Club de Monaco,…

The Rendezvous in Monaco 2011

Sun, Sea & Superyachts in St Jean Cap Ferrat at Day 2 of The Monaco Rendezvous

June 25, 2011

As Monaco Rendezvous crew readied the yachts for the Cruise in Company, Professor Syed Haq, founder of the London Preventative Medicine Centre hosted a well-attended seminar on Wellness and Anti-Ageing on board the Host Yacht Felicita West. Shortly after 11:00, the fleet began to depart from Port Hercule to gather for the formation cruise.  Under…

Yacht Esimit Europa 2 team - Image credit to Kurt Arrigo

Esimit Europa 2 crew officially presented at the Yacht Club de Monaco

June 13, 2011

The crew of Esimit Europa 2 has been officially presented in the Yacht Club de Monaco at the presence of HSH Prince Albert II.

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3rd “La Belle Classe Superyachts” Symposium Monaco 2011

January 24, 2011

International yachting professionals gathered at the Yacht Club de Monaco for the 3rd “La Belle Classe Superyachts” Symposium. They discussed various issues in the superyacht industry and reflected on the market of 2010, as well as looked forward to likely future developments in the superyacht industry. Rationalisation beckons in 2011 Monaco, 20 January 2011: under the…

Massimo Perotti, President Sanlorenzo Spa

Massimo Perotti of Sanlorenzo awarded first “La Belle Classe Innovation & Environment” Prize

October 05, 2010

At the 20th Monaco Yacht Show, Massimo Perotti, President of Sanlorenzo for the Ameglia boatyard rehabilitation project was awarded the first “La Belle Classe Environment” Prize by Bernard d’Alessandri, Secretary General of the Yacht Club de Monaco.

"La Belle Classe" cocktail party in the harbour of Saint-Tropez

Mayor of Saint- Tropez awarded by “La Belle Classe”

October 05, 2010

The Yacht Club de Monaco announced the “La Belle Classe” cocktail party to celebrate the occasion of the Voiles de Saint-Tropez, as well as the end of the racing season.

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