The end of September may confirm what shipyards have been publicising for months: Business with large yachts is better than in previous years. This is because the end of September sees the highest customer density of the year in a relatively small area of the world: the Monaco Yacht Show is coming up and will be a billion-dollar showcase for all those who are considering buying their first or simply a new yacht.
The choice is huge this year too. Around 120 yachts are expected to dock, and the broker Burgess is even planning to present a 100-metre-long model, although its appearance had not yet been confirmed at the time of going to press. The 70 metre long "Galactica Super Nova" from Heesen and "Sybaris" from Perini Navi are therefore considered to be the biggest innovations. For the Dutch, it is the largest yacht in the history of the shipyard, for the Italians it is the second largest after the "Maltese Falcon". The crowds will be correspondingly large; it is advisable to make appointments early.
However, those who prefer a more compact approach can also plan a visit to the trade fair. The BOOTE EXCLUSIV editorial team can recommend "Kamino" from Feadship (33.50 m), "Gipsy" from Otam (35.30 m), the MCY 80 (24.62 m) or "Bijoux" from Moonen (29.90 m) for a visit on board, whereby the latter two exhibits were also on display at the Cannes Yachting Festival. The "Sexy Fish" from Tansu (39.30 metres) and "Jetsetter" from Dynamiq (38.60 metres) are also worth a look.
In the 45-metre class favoured by many owners, the show also offers a nice range. Highlights include "Genesi" from Wider Yachts, the Mangusta Oceano 42 from Overmarine and the 46M Fast from Baglietto. Those who like it bigger should take a look at "Vanish" from Feadship (66.25 metres), the FB264 from Benetti (63.50 metres) and the M60 from Mondomarine (60.22 metres). In addition to "Sybaris", sailors should also take a look at "Shamanna" from Nautor, "Bellkara" from Conrad and "Crosswind" from Southern Wind.
As usual, admission to the show costs 150 euros. BOOTE EXCLUSIV readers can find the editorial team at stand QE11.
Please note: The show has significantly tightened its security measures. Coat and bag checks will be carried out and some entrances will remain closed this year. This affects the Quai des Etats-Unis and the doors of the Darse Sud to the street, among others. The entrance at the T-Jetty will be open for exhibitors and from 17:00 to 21:00 for cocktail parties on yachts and stands. Port Hercules is closed at night from 0:00 to 5:00. Anyone returning later from a yacht party (at anchor) must be dropped off in Fontveille harbour.
