The most awaited yachting event this year was without a doubt the 2021 Monaco Yacht Show. It is THE show that sets the tone for trends, where exhibitors must present their newest product or service and where all of the industry gather to exchange, network, and keep up with the latest news in the yachting industry.
It was incredible to see the port of Monaco once again decked out in lines of tents and meters of dashing yachts proudly displaying their masts and flags. The selection below was hard to do, but we hope it will give you a glimpse of the extraordinary display that took place in Port Hercule this year.
Shipyard: Nobiskrug presents Motor Yacht Artefact
Artefact was definitely the star of the show. With her 80 m length, her stunning architecture boasting her unique central window of 740 square meters of curved and expressive glasswork weighing almost 60 tons, made her the superyacht that everyone wanted to visit including HSH of Monaco Prince Albert.
Built by Nobiskrug shipyard, Artefact is a pioneer in the Superyacht world, bringing new ecological solutions to large vessels without taking away anything from her comfort.
She carries large solar panels, was build with a propulsion system that enables her to stay stable without dropping anchor, saving the seabed, a propeller that minimizes noise and vibration, she has her own water recycling system.
And it’s not surprising that she was elected winner of the Superyacht of the Year.
Design: Yacht Design and Innovation Hub
This is probably the one hub that was missing at the Monaco Yacht Show. Of course, architects have always had their dedicated area at the show, but this new yacht design hub is dedicated to innovation and the way the yachting industry is progressing, it’s great to discover some of these technologies and innovative solutions.
The pavilion was small but enabled 5 designers to present some of their work, with videos or models.
The dedicated space was also the host of some interesting mini-conferences where the exhibitors shared their achievements, designs, and other innovations challenges and systems.
Luxury: Only Watch
The Biennial charity auction is known to present unique pieces which following the Monaco Yacht Show will be first showcased at various luxurious venues in Dubai, Hong Kong, Singapore, Macau, and Tokyo, they finish their tour in Geneva where the exhibition will end in an auction on November 6th.
All of the timepieces were presented at the show, all of them unique and offered for the research on Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy.
To name only one lot, the Artiya iconic watch & guitar was made with one of the world’s greatest guitarists John McLaughlin. The watch took over 110 hours to be crafted by hand by Blandenier. The lot is estimated between €33K to €47K, so a mere $39K to $56K.
Technology: Yacht Cloud
The GEST Service Call System by Yacht Cloud is a very handy and intuitive gadget. With the simple touch of a button, a guest can request a specific service.
Entirely customizable GEST, a stylish button, easily enabled with a simple WiFi connection
enables superior service to the world’s most discerning clients.
The GEST Service Call System is intuitive. Touching the button for either two or five seconds easily differentiates between a standard or priority service request. GEST’s subtle sound and light indicate the state of the call. When an attendant confirms the call, the button turns green, seamlessly informing the user that service will arrive shortly. In an emergency, a warning signal can also be triggered on specific or multiple buttons by authorized attendants or security systems.
Tender: Faro 5
MYS brings in all types of exhibitors from all nationalities. The creators of the Faro 5 tender are from Portugal.
The boat is 100% sustainable and is conceived with its own solar charging dock. With its elegant design, the Faro 5 stood out at anchor in the middle of the Tender area. Built with premium material such as Cryptomeria wood which is produced sustainably in the Azores, Tomàs Costa Lima, the architect ensured us that his boat was the right choice for those who want to cruise 100% green.
Toys: MC Foiler ETÉ
Été, summer in French is the latest toy proposed by Monte-Carlo Automobiles. Based in the principality and experts in luxury cars MCA exhibited several of their products (including some stunning luxury cars) in the Car Deck area of the MYS.
Été is a slick full carbon construction board equipped with a customizable foil.
The toy can be used in different modes such as Efoil, windsurf, or even wakefoil to name a few. This will make you look trendy even if the wind messes up your haircut.
