Monaco Times

International Train Services Through Monaco Suspended After Passenger Incident

Rail authorities temporarily suspended international services between Nice and Ventimiglia following a serious passenger incident at Monaco-Monte-Carlo station, disrupting a key coastal rail connection used by Riviera commuters and touri...

Monaco Card Show to Debut at Grimaldi Forum for International Collectors

The Grimaldi Forum is preparing to host the first Monaco Card Show in September, an event aimed at wealthy international collectors and alternative-asset investors interested in rare trading cards and high-value sports memorabilia.

Prince Albert Opens Restored Sainte-Dévote Chapel in Southern France

Prince Albert II inaugurated a restored Sainte-Dévote chapel in the Alpes-de-Haute-Provence, honoring Monaco’s patron saint while strengthening historical and cultural ties between the Principality and neighboring French communities.

Two Monte-Carlo Société des Bains de Mer Hotels Named Among La Liste’s Top 1,000

Two properties operated by Monte-Carlo Société des Bains de Mer have been included in La Liste’s global ranking of the top 1,000 hotels, adding further international recognition for Monaco’s luxury hospitality sector.

BOAT International to Create Superyacht Networking and Broadcast Hub at Monaco Yacht Show

BOAT International is partnering with Cap Juluca to establish a hospitality lounge and live podcast studio at the Monaco Yacht Show, providing a meeting point for superyacht owners, brokers and industry executives.

Monaco Plans Immediate Renovation of Fontvieille Shopping Centre Ahead of Full Redevelopment

Monaco’s Minister of State confirmed that immediate aesthetic and commercial upgrades to the Fontvieille shopping centre will move ahead under the government’s updated budget, while plans for a larger structural redevelopment remain sche...

Prince Albert Inspects Security Operation for Vuelta a España Start in Monaco

Prince Albert II joined Spanish Guardia Civil officers at the Palace Square to inspect a major joint security operation for the start of the Vuelta a España in Monaco, highlighting the Principality’s preparations for a large internationa...

Monaco Investor Provides €10 Million Guarantee to Rescue AS Monaco Basket

A Monaco-based industrial investor has provided a €10 million bank guarantee to secure the future of AS Monaco Basket after an earlier investment proposal linked to Brazilian football star Ronaldinho collapsed over funding delays.

Younger Technology and Crypto Entrepreneurs Drive New Wealth Migration to Monaco

Private banks including Pictet and Andbank report that Monaco is attracting a growing number of younger European entrepreneurs and digital-asset investors, shifting the profile of new residents beyond the traditional retirement market.

Monaco Luxury Property Prices Surpass €70,000 per Square Metre in Larvotto

Property prices in Monaco’s Larvotto district have exceeded €70,000 per square metre, according to international luxury property analysts and local market data, reflecting limited supply and continued demand from wealthy international bu...

Monaco Begins Port Hercule Restrictions Ahead of Monaco Yacht Show

Monaco authorities have begun traffic restrictions and temporary closures around Port Hercule to accommodate preparations for the Monaco Yacht Show, where Dutch shipbuilder Oceanco is expected to debut the 111-metre diesel-electric super...

Société des Bains de Mer Names General Manager for First Major Property Outside Monaco

Monte-Carlo Société des Bains de Mer has appointed Madeleine Munier as general manager of Monte-Carlo One in Courchevel, an alpine luxury development due to open in late 2027 and the Monaco hospitality group’s first major property invest...

La Turbie Art Exhibition Highlights Cultural Links With Monaco and the French Riviera

The historic village of La Turbie has opened a major contemporary art exhibition showcasing international influences and highlighting the cultural and social ties connecting Monaco with surrounding communities on the French Riviera.

La Belle Classe Academy Opens Superyacht Masterclass for Wealth Managers and Family Offices

The Yacht Club de Monaco’s La Belle Classe Academy has opened international enrollment for an online program aimed at family offices, maritime lawyers and private bankers dealing with superyacht operations and regulation.

Black Jack Wins Fourth Straight Palermo-Monte Carlo Regatta After Storms Halt Race

The superyacht Black Jack secured its fourth consecutive Palermo-Monte Carlo Regatta title after severe local storms and extreme weather forced organisers to suspend the remainder of the fleet’s competition.

Sotheby’s Reports Continued Resilience in Monaco’s Ultra-Luxury Property Market

Sotheby’s latest property report says Monaco’s ultra-luxury market remains resilient despite wider global shifts, with severe land scarcity and continued inflows of internationally mobile capital supporting demand.

Electric Powerboat Championship Returns to Monaco With Focus on Marine Sustainability

Team Monaco, backed by Prince Albert II, is preparing to bring an all-electric powerboat championship back to Port Hercules, reinforcing Monaco’s focus on marine technology and lower-emission maritime racing.

Union Bancaire Privée Monaco Reports Strong Profit Growth as Family Office Business Expands

Union Bancaire Privée Monaco has reported sharply higher first-half profits and is expanding wealth management services and partnerships with external asset managers as demand for Monaco-based family office services grows.

Global Multi-Family Office Assets Surpass Five Trillion Dollars as Monaco Attracts Wealth

A financial intelligence report says global multi-family office assets have exceeded five trillion dollars, while Monaco’s specialised regulatory framework continues to attract international families seeking jurisdictions for wealth mana...

Monaco Lawmakers Back Resolution to Ban Social Media for Children Under Fifteen

Monaco’s National Council has unanimously supported a resolution urging the government to prohibit social media use by children under fifteen, following the direction of new digital restrictions being advanced in neighbouring France.

Monaco Private Bank Faces Legal Challenge Over Regulatory Penalties

Moncrief Private Bank Monaco, formerly known as Banque Havilland, is facing a legal and regulatory challenge over financial penalties, highlighting closer compliance scrutiny of the Principality’s private banking sector.

Societe des Bains de Mer Expands Into Courchevel With New Luxury Hotel Project

Monaco’s historic luxury hospitality group has appointed a leadership team for a major hotel redevelopment in Courchevel in the French Alps, marking its first major property expansion outside the Principality.

Monaco Grand Prix Hospitality Demand Surges Ahead of 2026 Race

Premium hospitality providers and luxury yacht charter companies report strong advance bookings for the 2026 Monaco Grand Prix as attendees respond to changes in motorsport regulations and the continued appeal of the event.

Monaco Yacht Show Draws Strong Superyacht Brokerage Demand With 148 Million Euro Vanish

Port Hercules is preparing for the Monaco Yacht Show with the one hundred and forty-eight million euro Feadship superyacht Vanish among the headline vessels, underscoring continued demand for high-value yachts.

Monaco Private Banks Prepare for Major Intergenerational Transfer of Global Art Wealth

Wealth managers and family offices in Monaco are preparing for a projected transfer of more than eight hundred and sixty billion euros in global art collections to heirs over the next decade, increasing demand for specialist alternative-...

Monaco Moves to Tighten Crypto Asset Rules in Line With European Standards

Monaco’s government has submitted legislation to the National Council that would strengthen regulation of digital asset service providers as the Principality seeks to maintain financial security and international regulatory compliance.

Monaco Property Prices Reach Record High as Luxury Market Defies Global Volatility

Official Monaco statistics show average residential property prices reached fifty-seven thousand five hundred and sixty-nine euros per square metre, with ultra-luxury transactions continuing to dominate a market supported by limited land...

Prince Albert II Opens La Vuelta Grand Depart With Diplomatic Ride for Peace

Prince Albert II of Monaco used the opening of the Spanish cycling grand tour to bring together international sporting figures and launch a symbolic ride through Monte Carlo promoting dialogue and unity.

Monaco Investors Increase Funding for Sustainable Yachting and Maritime Technology

Monaco-based venture capital and private equity investors are putting early-stage capital into maritime clean-technology companies as the yachting and luxury shipping industries face growing pressure to reduce emissions.

Luxury Retailers Expand in Monte Carlo as Commercial Space Remains Scarce

Global fashion and jewelry companies are taking premium commercial space around the Place du Casino, seeking access to Monaco's concentrated base of affluent consumers in a tightly constrained retail market.

Monaco Financial Firms Expand Regulated Digital Asset Services for Wealthy Clients

Family offices and boutique investment banks in Monte Carlo are expanding advisory services covering regulated cryptocurrency and blockchain assets as younger technology-focused wealthy clients bring more of their assets to Monaco.

Monaco Royal Palace Exhibition Draws Visitors to Prince Rainier and Grace Kelly Heritage

An exhibition at the Prince's Palace featuring artifacts from the marriage of Prince Rainier III and Grace Kelly has attracted strong cultural tourism interest as Monaco promotes its royal heritage as a visitor attraction.

French Riviera Expands Private Aviation and Helicopter Capacity for Luxury Travelers

Aviation authorities near Monaco are upgrading private-jet terminals and helicopter services along the Côte d'Azur to accommodate growing numbers of international financiers and luxury travelers during the late-summer season.

Monaco Yachting Firms Prepare for Winter Superyacht Season in the Caribbean

Acquera Yachting and other international brokers are preparing for the winter charter season, reporting sustained demand for Caribbean yacht deployments despite tighter supply chains and constraints on crew availability.

Monaco Strengthens Security Measures Ahead of Peak Summer Tourism Season

Monaco's Department of Interior has expanded surveillance, maritime patrols and luxury-asset protection in coordination with French security forces during the August tourism peak.

AS Monaco Builds Preseason Momentum Ahead of European Conference League Playoffs

AS Monaco has secured important preseason victories ahead of its UEFA Conference League playoff fixtures, building momentum for matches that offer European broadcasting exposure and wider international visibility.

Monte Carlo Circus Festival Expands Youth Programs and Philanthropic Outreach

The Monte Carlo International Circus Festival has expanded summer workshops at the Chapiteau de Fontvieille, combining cultural preservation with philanthropic programs designed to support young performing-arts talent.

European Wealth Advisers Report Rising Interest in Monaco Residency

Private bankers and independent wealth advisers are reporting increased interest from affluent European and British entrepreneurs exploring Monaco residency as continental tax rules and geopolitical conditions change.

Prince Albert II Expands Monaco's International Ocean Conservation Partnerships

Prince Albert II's foundation is developing new public-private conservation partnerships with shipping companies and luxury maritime operators to support Mediterranean biodiversity and sustainable yachting technologies.

Grimaldi Forum Exhibition Draws Global Collectors to Monaco's Automotive Heritage

A summer exhibition tracing one hundred and thirty years of Monaco's automotive history has attracted international vintage-car collectors and motorsport investors to the Grimaldi Forum, highlighting the enduring connection between luxur...

Monaco's Summer Sports Calendar Boosts Luxury Tourism Spending

A busy August sporting schedule, including the Monaco Athletics Festival, has increased spending by affluent visitors and helped sustain premium hotel and tourism revenues during the Mediterranean summer season.

Mareterra Waterfront Development Advances as Monaco Seeks More Housing Supply

Construction is progressing on Monaco's six-hectare Mareterra waterfront extension, attracting strong off-market interest from international family offices seeking newly built luxury residences in a market with limited space.

Luxury Buyers Seek Discounts on Energy-Inefficient French Riviera Estates

Ultra-high-net-worth buyers on the Côte d'Azur are seeking discounts of up to ten percent on older properties in Cap Ferrat and Antibes to account for the cost of climate upgrades and energy-efficiency improvements.

Monte Carlo Hotels Gain Top Rankings in Global Luxury Hospitality Index

Three properties operated by Société des Bains de Mer in Monte Carlo have secured top positions in La Liste's global hotel rankings, adding international recognition to Monaco's investment in luxury tourism and hospitality.