It’s official: The Monaco Yacht Show is on for this year, from September 22 to 25. As pledged last year, organizers are re-imagining it particularly to attract newcomers to the luxury-yacht lifestyle. The Informa Group, which owns the show, cancelled the event last year due to the pandemic. Informa had initially considered hosting a smaller,Continue Reading
Monaco Yacht Show Will Not Be Held This Year
The 30th edition of the Monaco Yacht Show, originally set for September 23 to 26, will have to wait. Similar to most large events globally, concerns about COVID-19 drove the decision by Informa, the exhibition company behind it. In a statement, Informa indicates it’s held “constant discussions with stakeholders and partners.” It wanted to gainContinue Reading
Monaco Yacht Show Remains Resolute, Going Non-Profit to Support Industry
Despite more than two dozen exhibitors declining to participate due to COVID-19 concerns, the Monaco Yacht Show remains on schedule. In fact, the show producer states it intends to hold a smaller, not-for-profit event. The idea is to help the yachting industry recover from the virus’ economic impact. Therefore, the Monaco Yacht Show remains setContinue Reading
Superyacht Builders Association & Brokers Pull Out of Monaco Yacht Show
UPDATE, JUNE 17, 2020: The Mediterranean Yacht Brokers Association (MYBA) is joining the Superyacht Builders Association and others in pulling out of the show. Comprised of charter brokers, MYBA says “we believe that the circumstances are simply not favourable.” It adds that the decision follows input from members “and has received its strong support.” ReadContinue Reading
Puerto Rico Promoting Itself as a Destination for Megayachts
With the Caribbean cruising season soon upon us, Puerto Rico is taking steps to attract more visitors. Therefore, you may see representatives from the island’s Department of Economic Development and Commerce (DDEC) at the Monaco Yacht Show next week. You will see them at other major upcoming boat shows, too. Puerto Rico is promoting itselfContinue Reading
Monaco Yacht Show Superyacht Awards Ceremony
While the dozens of megayachts that premiere at the Monaco Yacht Show (MYS) each year earn accolades from visitors, they earn praise in a different way as well. The show organizers single out a handful for special honors, specific to design and environmental stewardship. The sixth-annual edition of the show’s Superyacht Awards Ceremony will specificallyContinue Reading