Monaco Times

Rokethon Festival Draws Monaco Residents and Visitors to Fontvieille

Hundreds of residents and visitors attended the third Rokethon festival in Fontvieille, an event promoting pet adoption, responsible ownership and animal welfare across Monaco and the neighboring French Riviera.

Princess Charlene to Attempt 225-Kilometre Water Bike Crossing for Ocean Conservation

Princess Charlene of Monaco will take part in a 225-kilometre water bike crossing of the Pelagos Sanctuary to raise awareness and funding for marine biodiversity protection.

Asia-Pacific Superyacht Industry Launches Joint Regional Push in Monaco

Maritime companies and refit yards from Australia, New Zealand and Southeast Asia presented a unified pavilion at the Monaco Yacht Show to promote the region’s cruising destinations and maintenance infrastructure.

Bahamas Targets European Yacht Owners With New Cruising Incentives

A Bahamian government delegation used the Monaco Yacht Show to promote streamlined cruising permits and the removal of anchorage fees for marina-berthed vessels as it seeks to attract more European superyachts.

Feadship Unveils 115-Metre Hive Superyacht Concept in Monaco

Dutch shipyard Feadship presented its largest concept to date at the Monaco Yacht Show, a 115-metre vessel called Hive designed around expansive social spaces and flexible interiors.

Monaco Backs UN Action on Sea-Level Rise and Female Secretary-General

Monaco’s delegation to the United Nations called for stronger multilateral action on rising sea levels and endorsed the appointment of a woman as the next UN Secretary-General.

Global Family Office Investment Summit Draws Hundreds to Monte Carlo

Hundreds of private investors, wealth managers and venture capitalists gathered at the Fairmont Monte Carlo for the 15th Global Family Office Investment Summit, with discussions focused on capital deployment, macroeconomic conditions and...

Monaco Wealth Firms Report Rise in Residency Interest From British Investors

Private wealth advisers and corporate service providers in Monaco reported increased residency inquiries from British entrepreneurs and investors seeking political stability, security and favorable tax conditions.

Prince Albert II Calls for More Investment in Sustainable Ocean Industries

Prince Albert II used Monaco’s blue economy forums, backed by CFM Indosuez, to urge investors to support sustainable maritime industries amid concern over historically high ocean surface temperatures.

Lürssen Secures Order for 125-Metre Project M Superyacht

Luxury brokerages announced the sale of Project M, a 125-metre custom Lürssen superyacht scheduled for delivery in 2032, reflecting continued demand for very large bespoke vessels.

Monaco Yacht Show Organisers to Launch Red Sea Event in Jeddah in 2027

The organisers of the Monaco Yacht Show will support the inaugural Red Sea Yacht Show in Jeddah in October 2027, extending the event’s maritime industry reach into Saudi Arabia.

Edmond de Rothschild Consolidates Monaco Banking Operations in New Headquarters

Edmond de Rothschild has moved 270 employees into a single Monaco private banking centre, bringing together property finance and wealth planning services for ultra-high-net-worth clients.

Monaco Property Prices Near €58,000 Per Square Metre as Mareterra Sales Begin

Official data show average residential prices in Monaco have risen to €57,569 per square metre, while new properties in the reclaimed Mareterra district are selling for more than €100,000 per square metre.

AS Monaco Sustains Champions League Campaign Despite Domestic Draw With Toulouse

AS Monaco continues its Champions League campaign while balancing domestic competition after conceding a late equaliser in its league draw against Toulouse.

Grimaldi Forum Plans Major Surrealism Exhibition for Monaco’s Winter Season

The Grimaldi Forum has secured an international collection of surrealist works for its upcoming winter programme as Monaco seeks to strengthen its year-round cultural tourism offering.

Oceanographic Institute of Monaco Expands Global Coral Reef Monitoring

The Oceanographic Institute of Monaco secured new international funding to deploy remote-sensing technologies and expand coral reef monitoring programmes around the world.

Venturi Advances FLEX Lunar Rover Testing Programme

Monaco-based Venturi reported successful terrestrial testing milestones for its FLEX lunar rover prototype as the company expands into space engineering and zero-emission mobility technologies.

Automobile Club de Monaco Begins Hospitality Upgrades Ahead of Next Formula One Season

The Automobile Club de Monaco and hospitality operators have started infrastructure improvements for the next Formula One season, including premium trackside suites and additional yacht mooring capacity.

Stelios Foundation Commits €10 Million to Mediterranean Island Healthcare

Monaco-based entrepreneur Sir Stelios Haji-Ioannou pledged €10 million through his foundation to improve healthcare facilities and emergency medical logistics across Greek and other Mediterranean island communities.

Prince Albert II Foundation Marks 20th Anniversary With Conservation Fundraising Gala

The Prince Albert II of Monaco Foundation held its 20th-anniversary gala in Monte Carlo, bringing together philanthropists, diplomats and cultural figures to raise funding for ocean conservation, biodiversity and climate resilience.

Nice Airport Expands Long-Haul and Private Aviation Capacity Serving Monaco

Nice Côte d’Azur Airport is adding winter routes linking the French Riviera with major Middle Eastern and North American markets, supporting corporate travel and luxury tourism flows into Monaco.

Tureddi Yachts Sells 52-Metre Stil Novo Flagship at Monaco Yacht Show

Italian shipyard Tureddi Yachts announced the sale of its 52-metre Stil Novo flagship during the Monaco Yacht Show, reflecting continued demand for custom vessels among ultra-high-net-worth buyers.

Camper & Nicholsons Launches In-House Design Studio for Custom Superyachts

Camper & Nicholsons unveiled a dedicated design studio in partnership with Harrison Eidsgaard during the Monaco Yacht Show, targeting growing demand for bespoke new-build yachts and major refit projects.

Monte-Carlo Société des Bains de Mer Expands Luxury Retail Partnerships Around Casino Square

Monte-Carlo Société des Bains de Mer announced broader agreements with international luxury groups for flagship retail spaces and branded experiences across Casino Square and Hôtel de Paris properties.

Qatar Uses Monaco Yacht Show to Expand Luxury Maritime and Tourism Partnerships

Qatari maritime executives and representatives used the Old Doha Port pavilion at the Monaco Yacht Show to promote Mediterranean partnerships and attract more superyacht traffic to emerging Gulf maritime infrastructure.

Monaco Yacht Show Highlights Push for Cleaner Superyachts as Benetti Hybrid Vessel Gains SEA Index Certification

Prince Albert II toured Benetti’s 67-metre hybrid superyacht Dagger after it received SEA Index certification, underscoring Monaco’s efforts to promote measurable environmental standards in the luxury maritime sector.

CFM Indosuez Expands Blue Economy Investment Strategy as Mediterranean Climate Risks Rise

Monaco-based CFM Indosuez Wealth Management is directing more private client capital toward marine biotechnology, sustainable coastal infrastructure and ocean conservation technologies as Mediterranean environmental risks intensify.

France’s New Ambassador to Monaco Begins Mission Focused on Security and Financial Cooperation

France’s newly appointed ambassador to Monaco has begun the role with priorities including regional security, cross-border fiscal transparency and closer coordination around the large French commuter workforce employed in the principality.

Monaco Tightens Digital Asset Rules for Private Wealth Managers

Monaco’s financial authorities introduced stricter anti-money laundering, custody and compliance requirements for digital assets as private banks respond to growing client demand for cryptocurrency exposure.

Monaco Lawyer Thierry Lacoste Faces Criminal Charges Amid Corruption Investigation

Prominent lawyer Thierry Lacoste has been formally charged as an international corruption investigation linked to Monaco property developments continues to widen scrutiny of the principality’s legal and administrative networks.

Mareterra Nears Final Residential Deliveries as Monaco Expands Its Land Area

Final architectural and landscaping work is advancing on Monaco’s multibillion-euro Mareterra offshore extension, adding ultra-prime residences and new public infrastructure to the land-constrained principality.

Wealth Managers and Family Offices Accelerate Relocation to Monaco

Private banking executives and regulators report rising interest from wealthy British, French and Northern European families seeking Monaco residency and family-office structures ahead of potential changes to wealth taxation elsewhere in...

Monaco Luxury Property Prices Reach New Highs Despite Global Rate Pressures

Average luxury property values in Monaco continued rising through the third quarter as limited supply and sustained demand from internationally mobile wealth supported the ultra-prime market.

Charlotte Casiraghi Discusses Personal Intellectual Freedom and Royal Representation

In a public interview, Princess Charlotte Casiraghi spoke regarding her preference for intellectual independence over formal diplomatic representation, sparking discussion on the evolution of modern royal duties.

Radio Monaco Opens New Studio to Expand International Digital Reach

The sovereign-backed media organization Radio Monaco has opened a state-of-the-art broadcasting studio to upgrade its digital and audio-visual capabilities for a global audience.

Classic Caspian Caviar Opens New Tasting Boutique in Monte Carlo

The luxury brand Classic Caspian Caviar has inaugurated a high-end champagne and caviar tasting bar in Monaco to meet the growing demand from international tourists and wealthy residents.

Culinary Chefs Alain Ducasse and Björn Frantzén Host Collaboration at Le Louis XV

The three-Michelin-starred restaurant Le Louis XV in Monte Carlo hosted an exclusive culinary event featuring chefs Alain Ducasse and Björn Frantz_én, highlighting the fine-dining prestige of the French Riviera.

AS Monaco Football Club Celebrates Centenary Following Champions League Victory

AS Monaco Football Club marked its 100th anniversary at Stade Louis II with a high-profile celebration following a significant victory against Barcelona in the UEFA Champions League.

Regional Rail Disruptions Between Nice and Ventimiglia Impact Monaco Workforce

The French rail operator SNCF has initiated major infrastructure works on the Nice-to-Ventimiglia line, implementing replacement bus networks that disrupt the daily commute for thousands of workers supporting Monaco's hospitality and ret...

Developers Accelerate Infrastructure Projects in Ventimiglia to Support Monaco Luxury Demand

The Marina Development Corporation is accelerating luxury infrastructure and port projects in the Italian city of Ventimiglia to capitalize on the shortage of yacht berths and prime real estate within Monaco.

Lloyd's Register Certifies World's Largest Yacht-Dedicated Shiplift to Service Monaco Fleets

The international classification society Lloyd's Register has officially certified the world's largest yacht-dedicated shiplift, providing a significant infrastructure upgrade for the maintenance and refit of superyachts circulating arou...