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Monte-Carlo Prepares Third Art and Luxury Fair at Théâtre Princesse Grace
International artists, jewellery designers and luxury brands are set to gather at the Théâtre Princesse Grace for the third edition of Monaco’s Art and Luxury Fair, expanding the Principality’s autumn programme of high-end cultural and l...
Princess Alexandra of Hanover Announces Engagement to Ben-Sylvester Strautmann
Princess Alexandra of Hanover, daughter of Princess Caroline of Monaco, has announced her engagement to long-term partner Ben-Sylvester Strautmann after a relationship spanning about a decade.
Nathalie Stutzmann Begins Tenure as First Female Artistic and Music Director of Monte-Carlo Philharmonic
Nathalie Stutzmann has formally taken charge of the Monte-Carlo Philharmonic Orchestra, becoming the first woman to serve as its artistic and music director and marking a historic leadership change for one of Monaco’s leading cultural in...
Prince Albert II Meets Astronaut Thomas Pesquet to Discuss Space-Based Environmental Monitoring
Prince Albert II received French astronaut Thomas Pesquet at the Prince’s Palace for discussions on future space missions and the use of satellite technology to monitor oceans and support environmental protection.
Prince Albert II Unveils Unique F.P. Journe Watch for Ocean Conservation Auction
Prince Albert II and watchmaker François-Paul Journe presented a one-of-a-kind timepiece at the Yacht Club de Monaco that will be auctioned in Singapore to raise funds for ocean conservation initiatives supported by the Prince Albert II ...
Prince Albert II and Princess Charlene Host European Red Cross Leaders in Monaco
Prince Albert II and Princess Charlene welcomed delegates from the Small European National Societies network for a four-day conference focused on Red Cross cooperation, climate resilience and international emergency preparedness.
Global Superyacht Forum Plans Private Monte-Carlo Gathering for Family Offices and Industry Leaders
The Global Superyacht Forum and Capital Variation are organising a restricted event for fifty guests at Amazónico Monte-Carlo, bringing family offices and senior maritime executives together ahead of the main yacht exhibition.
Monte-Carlo Société des Bains de Mer Shares Hold Firm Ahead of Peak Autumn Luxury Season
Shares in Monte-Carlo Société des Bains de Mer, operator of the Casino de Monte-Carlo and major Riviera hotels, have maintained strong valuations as investors look toward the yacht show and a busy autumn calendar of corporate and luxury ...
Cityscape Monaco Launches Private Wealth and Real Estate Summit During Yacht Show Week
An invitation-only real estate and investment summit will bring developers, institutional investors and private wealth representatives together in Monaco during the international yacht show, linking luxury property opportunities with one...
Monaco Property Prices Remain Among World’s Highest as Mareterra Sales Exceed €100,000 Per Square Meter
Luxury property reports for late 2026 show Monaco prices approaching sixty thousand euros per square meter on average, while prime transactions in new developments such as Mareterra have exceeded one hundred thousand euros per square met...
Monaco Yacht Show Draws 30,000 Visitors and 120 Superyachts to Port Hercule
The thirty-fifth Monaco Yacht Show is bringing leading shipyards, brokers and ultra-high-net-worth buyers to Monte Carlo, with more than one hundred luxury vessels on display and strong demand expected across hospitality, brokerage and r...
Monaco Moves Closer to Removal From Financial Action Task Force Grey List
Monaco has received preliminary confirmation that it has largely completed its anti-money laundering action plan, opening the way for a possible removal from the Financial Action Task Force’s increased monitoring list in October and pote...
Sirena Yachts Enters Megayacht Market With 42-Metre Monaco Debut
Sirena Yachts will use the Monaco Yacht Show to introduce its first 42-metre megayacht, marking the company’s expansion into a larger vessel category with customizable interiors and layouts.
Monaco Luxury Property Demand Holds Firm as Wealthy Buyers Seek Residency
Private-wealth advisers and property brokers report continued demand for prime Monaco homes from wealthy international buyers interested in residency and the principality’s limited luxury housing market.
Leviathan Megayacht Puts Crew Welfare at Center of Monaco Debut
The custom megayacht Leviathan will make its Monaco Yacht Show debut with a layout emphasizing crew accommodation and working conditions alongside the vessel’s luxury spaces.
GX Superyachts to Debut 42-Metre Hybrid Yacht in Monaco
The newly formed GX Superyachts division will present a 42-metre hybrid vessel with solar generation and zero-emission cruising capability as builders respond to demand for lower-impact luxury yachts.
Baglietto to Showcase Largest Yacht in Its History at Monaco Yacht Show
Italian shipyard Baglietto will bring the 60-metre Kinda II to Port Hercules, its largest yacht to date and a showcase for expansive glass design and indoor-outdoor living.
Riva to Unveil 54-Metre Flagship Superyacht in Monaco
Ferretti Group will present the Riva 54 Metri at the Monaco Yacht Show, the largest superyacht yet built under the historic Riva brand while remaining below 500 gross tons.
Lürssen to Debut 102-Metre Megayacht Nixie at Monaco Yacht Show
German shipyard Lürssen will present the 102-metre Nixie at the Monaco Yacht Show, featuring an expandable beach club and extensive wellness facilities aimed at the top end of the superyacht market.
Monte Carlo Hotels Complete Suite Upgrades Ahead of Major Luxury Events
Properties including the Fairmont Monte Carlo and Maybourne Riviera have completed high-end renovations as Monaco’s hotel sector prepares for demand surrounding the yacht show and an expanded Formula One weekend.
Yacht Club de Monaco Expands SEA Index Push to Measure Superyacht Emissions
The Yacht Club de Monaco is promoting wider use of its SEA Index to measure the carbon footprint of superyachts and encourage owners and operators to adopt cleaner maritime technologies.
Monaco and Australian Business Groups Plan Joint Yacht Show Reception
The Monaco Economic Board and Australian Association of Monaco will host a business reception during the Monaco Yacht Show, bringing together diplomatic, family-office and maritime representatives.
Hotel Metropole Monte-Carlo Names Laurent Herschbach as General Manager
Hotel Metropole Monte-Carlo has appointed Ritz Paris veteran Laurent Herschbach as its new general manager from October, adding an experienced luxury-hospitality executive to Monaco’s competitive hotel market.
Superyacht Industry Report Values Global Economic Output at €54 Billion
An industry report released ahead of the Monaco Yacht Show estimates the global superyacht sector generates €54 billion in economic output while highlighting changing sales trends among custom yacht builders.
Monaco Yacht Show Introduces Blue Wake Environmental Certification
Organisers are replacing the show’s sustainability hub with the Blue Wake certification programme, designed to verify environmental claims and highlight lower-emission technologies in the superyacht industry.
Monaco Private-Sector Pay Rises as Gender Wage Gap Persists
New data from Monaco’s statistics institute show private-sector salaries continuing to increase while differences in pay between men and women remain a feature of the principality’s labour market.
Formula One Adds Sprint Format to Monaco Grand Prix for 2027
The 2027 Monaco Grand Prix will feature a Formula One sprint for the first time, changing the traditional Monte Carlo race weekend and adding another major event for the principality’s hospitality and yacht-charter sectors.
Informa Considers Stake Sale in Luxury Events Business Including Monaco Yacht Show
Events group Informa is reportedly evaluating a sale of a significant stake in its luxury-events portfolio, which includes the Monaco Yacht Show, potentially bringing changes to the ownership of the flagship maritime exhibition.
Monaco Yacht Show to Bring 118 Superyachts to Port Hercules
The 35th Monaco Yacht Show is preparing to host 118 superyachts and 60 luxury tenders at Port Hercules, alongside new networking spaces and a dedicated designer gallery.
Monaco Moves to Introduce OECD Global Minimum Tax for Large Multinationals
Monaco has submitted legislation to implement the OECD’s Pillar Two minimum-tax framework for large multinational groups as the principality aligns its corporate tax rules with international standards.
Monaco Pushes Financial-Crime Reforms as It Seeks Exit From FATF Grey List
Monaco is continuing reforms to its anti-money-laundering and counter-terrorist-financing framework as the principality works toward removal from the Financial Action Task Force’s increased-monitoring list.
Former Prince Albert Lawyer Thierry Lacoste Charged in Monaco Corruption Investigation
Monaco prosecutors have charged Thierry Lacoste, Prince Albert II’s former personal lawyer, with criminal conspiracy, bribery, influence peddling and money laundering as a high-profile judicial investigation continues.
Prince Albert II Foundation Marks 20 Years With Ocean Conservation Gala
The Prince Albert II of Monaco Foundation is marking its 20th anniversary with a fundraising gala at the Salle Garnier, bringing together philanthropists and environmental leaders to support biodiversity, climate resilience and Mediterra...
Monaco Yacht Show Drives Demand for Luxury Rentals and Riviera Properties
Luxury brokers are reporting stronger demand for high-end seasonal rentals and hospitality properties ahead of the Monaco Yacht Show, as yacht owners and industry executives prepare to gather at Port Hercules.
Monte-Carlo Société des Bains de Mer Approaches $1 Billion Revenue Run Rate
Monte-Carlo Société des Bains de Mer is generating close to $1 billion in trailing 12-month revenue, supported by continued demand across Monaco’s casino, hotel and premium dining businesses.
Edmond de Rothschild Opens New Private Banking Headquarters in Monaco
Edmond de Rothschild has opened a 5,300-square-metre headquarters in Monaco, consolidating its local wealth management operations as the bank marks 40 years in the Principality.
Monaco Expects FATF Grey-List Exit After Anti-Money Laundering Reforms
Monaco expects to be removed from the Financial Action Task Force grey list in October following a broad regulatory and anti-money laundering overhaul aimed at strengthening oversight of its financial sector.
Princess Caroline Opens Photographic Exhibition in Monaco
Princess Caroline of Hanover inaugurated the Des ateliers aux ateliers exhibition, featuring archival photography focused on artistic heritage and studio culture.
Monte Carlo Polo Club Announces Winter Tournament in Italian Dolomites
Polo Club of Monte Carlo President Francesco Mitrano announced the inaugural Monte Carlo Winter Polo Cup, scheduled for January 2027 in San Candido, Italy.
AS Monaco Basket Plans Rebuild After Exclusion From EuroCup and Top French Leagues
AS Monaco Basket is restructuring around youth development and local talent after being excluded from the EuroCup and France’s top professional competitions.
AS Monaco Women’s Volleyball Team Launches Professionalisation Plan
AS Monaco’s women’s volleyball team and sports agency Sideline have introduced a development program focused on expanding training infrastructure and commercial partnerships.
Monaco Business Show Expects More Than 1,000 Entrepreneurs
The Méridien Beach Plaza will host the 12th Monaco Business Show, bringing together executives, technology specialists and investors to discuss digital transformation, diversification and artificial intelligence.
Prince Albert II Backs European Multilateral Cooperation at Monaco Diplomatic Meeting
Prince Albert II hosted Council of Europe ambassadors and spoke in support of international cooperation, diplomatic stability and democratic institutions across Europe.
Monte-Carlo Société des Bains de Mer Expands September Gastronomy and Nightlife Program
Monte-Carlo Société des Bains de Mer has scheduled a broader September program of Michelin-starred dining and international DJ events ahead of the Monaco Yacht Show.
Luxe Pack Monaco Prepares to Host More Than 400 Exhibitors
The Grimaldi Forum is preparing for Luxe Pack Monaco, where more than 400 exhibitors will present packaging and design products for luxury cosmetics, spirits and fragrance brands.
Monaco Grand Prix 2027 VIP Hospitality Sees Early Booking Surge
Hospitality operators and yacht charter companies are reporting unusually early sell-outs for premium terraces and Paddock Club access ahead of the June 2027 Monaco Grand Prix.
Old Doha Port Extends Monaco Yacht Show Partnership
Qatar’s Old Doha Port will continue sponsoring the Monaco Yacht Show’s Upper Deck Lounge as it promotes the Qatar Boat Show and seeks closer tourism and luxury-industry ties with Monaco.
Monaco Energy Boat Challenge Expands University Work on Zero-Emission Propulsion
The Yacht Club de Monaco is advancing preparations for the Energy Boat Challenge, where engineering students and maritime startups will test sustainable propulsion technologies in competitive conditions.
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