Yacht Club de Monaco Sets Ambitious 2025 Goals, Focuses on Sustainability and Innovation

The Yacht Club de Monaco has laid out its strategic goals for 2025, emphasizing competition, sustainability, and innovation in its ongoing efforts to shape the future of international yachting. General Manager Bernard d’Alessandri discussed these aims against the backdrop of the club's expanding global influence and the commendable performance of Monegasque-backed Boris Herrmann in the Vendée Globe. Despite technical challenges, Herrmann’s 12th-place finish aboard Malizia-Seaexplorer has affirmed Monaco's strong position in elite offshore racing. The club is also preparing for a significant presence at the upcoming revival of the Admiral’s Cup, aiming to further solidify its competitive reputation on the international stage.

Sustainability initiatives remain a cornerstone of the club’s vision, with projects like the Monaco Energy Boat Challenge and the CINDEX emissions-measuring index underlining its commitment to environmental stewardship. These efforts are designed to foster innovation among hundreds of students and engineers, and address growing concerns such as the impact of noise pollution on marine life. Through these initiatives, the Yacht Club de Monaco is actively contributing to the development of sustainable marine technologies that align with global conservation goals.

In addition to its environmental agenda, the club continues to bolster its competitive sailing division, particularly through nurturing a promising new generation of young sailors. With a robust calendar that includes events like the Admiral’s Cup, Olympic Games competitions, and the Monaco Energy Boat Challenge, the Yacht Club de Monaco is set to maintain its leadership in merging top-tier competition with significant advancements in sustainability and technology in the maritime world.