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The opening conference of the 33rd Monaco Yacht Show will cover various aspects of sustainability in the yachting industry.

11 September 2024

Organisers of the 2024 Monaco Yacht Show have announced the focus of its annual opening conference, centred on sustainability within the yachting industry.

Scheduled for 25 September 2024 from 10:30am, the conference will bring together journalists, industry professionals, and yacht clients for an in-depth discussion on sustainability in yachting. This session will spotlight current environmental challenges while showcasing practical and accessible solutions that demonstrate the industry’s tangible efforts.

Although these innovations are tailored specifically to yachting, they hold the potential to influence other sectors, contributing to a broader approach to sustainability.

Gaëlle Tallarida, Managing Director of the Monaco Yacht Show, will inaugurate the conference with an overview of the operational measures the MYS has implemented to promote sustainability, both within the event and across the industry.

The MYS Opening Conference will involve industry, clients and media.

At MYS 2024 more than 120 superyachts will gather on water for private owners, industry and media to inspect. Pic: MC-Clic.

This conference will serve as the starting point for a series of panel discussions on innovation and sustainability, co-hosted by Superyacht Times.

Throughout the MYS, these sessions will delve into cutting-edge solutions and sustainable initiatives shaping the future of the yachting industry (see conference agenda).

MYS 2024 opening conference topics

The following topics will be explored under the moderation of Justin Ratcliffe, journalist and yachting expert.

1. How to reduce the carbon footprint of older-generation yachts?

Speaker: Jean-Marc Bolinger, CEO of MB92 Group

Jean-Marc Bolinger will discuss the challenges of decarbonizing the existing superyacht fleet. His presentation will also cover practical sustainability measures and how these can contribute to reducing operational costs, increased comfort, and enhanced resale value.

2. Enhancing sustainability through eco-responsible onboard practices

Speaker: Robert van Tol, Executive Director of Water Revolution Foundation

Robert van Tol will introduce the 3-R model (Repair, Replace, Reduce) and highlight how more eco-responsible behaviour onboard can improve yachting’s overall environmental performance and reduce operational costs. A movement among yacht crew to share current and future environmental solutions and best practices, which could provide the impetus to spread these practices to everyone on board.

3. How do superyacht developments and innovations make a difference to other markets?

Speaker: Giedo Loeff, Head of Research and Development, Feadship

Giedo Loeff will explore how technological innovations in the superyacht sector increase value and are driving advancements in other industries. He will illustrate the impact of these innovations on broader markets and future opportunities for technology transfer. This interactive and engaging conference will encourage active audience participation, allowing attendees to ask questions and discuss the topics presented.

The Monaco Yacht Show organisers invite all interested parties to discover how the yachting industry is evolving and committing to a more sustainable future.

Date: Wednesday 25 September 2024
Time: 10:30 to 11:30 am
Location: Monaco Yacht Show, Conference Hall (Virage Louis Chiron)
Access: Free entry with a valid MYS pass (ticketing available)

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