Yacht Club de Monaco: A Commitment to Tradition, Innovation, and Sustainability With 2,500 members representing 82 nationalities, the Yacht Club de Monaco (YCM) is an iconic institution uniting shipowners and yachting enthusiasts around core values: teamwork, respect for maritime heritage, and a commitment to innovation. Transmit, Train, Support In his address, Prince Albert II emphasized…
Marine Heatwaves: A Growing Phenomenon We are familiar with heatwaves on land, but often unaware that they have an equivalent in the sea. While temperatures have been breaking records in many regions, the Mediterranean, Atlantic, and Pacific are also experiencing alarming overheating. A marine heatwave is defined as a prolonged period – several days or…
Pershing GTX70: A World Premiere of Innovation The Pershing GTX70 was unveiled to the public at the prestigious Venice Boat Show on May 29th. As the third model in the GTX range, it celebrates the 40th anniversary of the Italian brand. Built in Fano and completed in Mondolfo in a unit specifically dedicated to this…
Saint-Malo’s Nautical Event: A Successful First Edition and Ambitious Plans for 2026 A First Edition Praised by the Entire Industry In April 2025, Saint-Malo transformed into a hub for nautical enthusiasts for four days. The event hosted 157 exhibitors, showcased over 215 boats, and welcomed nearly 19,000 visitors from Brittany and beyond. This remarkable turnout…
Weekend Weather Forecast for French Coasts Here’s a summary of the weather conditions expected this weekend along the French coastline: Channel Coast Saturday: Expect dry weather with exceptionally high temperatures, potentially reaching 32°C. A moderate southeast wind (13-18 knots) will provide some relief. The sea temperature will be between 14-16°C, still cool for many. At…
Orient Express Launches World’s Largest Sailing Yacht: The Corinthian In Saint-Nazaire, on June 16th, Orient Express Sailing Yachts marked a significant milestone with the launch of the Corinthian. After four and a half months of assembly, the vessel left the dry dock of the Chantiers de l’Atlantique to reach the outfitting quay, initiating the final…
Hurricane Erick Makes Landfall with Exceptional Force in Mexico Hurricane Erick, a major force in the Pacific, made landfall on the southwestern coast of Mexico on Thursday morning. The National Hurricane Center (NHC) in Miami reported winds of up to 205 km/h (approximately 127 mph). The cyclone struck shortly before 6:00 AM local time (12:00…
First 36 SE: A Racing Boat with a Cruising Soul At first glance, it resembles its older sibling. But at the helm, there’s no mistaking it: the First 36 SE is a different beast. Conceived by BENETEAU and Seascape, this Seascape Edition is designed to unlock the full planing potential of the original model. Light,…
Rental Agreement and Inventory Carefully review the rental agreement and conduct a thorough inspection of the boat, verifying all mandatory safety equipment (number of life jackets, their locations, foghorn, etc.), comfort items for cruising boats (cutlery, dishes, etc.), deck hardware, and electronic equipment (VHF, GPS). Check fuel, oil, and freshwater levels. Confirm the options: paddleboard,…
Pershing Celebrates 40 Years of Innovation in Yachting Founded in Italy in 1985, Pershing will celebrate its fortieth anniversary in 2025, a milestone marked by a strong identity: that of a brand that has always sought to push the boundaries of sports yachting. Part of the Ferretti Group, it distinguished itself from the outset with…