Welcome aboard the latest issue of ONLY Magazine. As the shimmering waters of the Mediterranean and Caribbean call to distant horizons, we offer you an exclusive, page-by-page immersion into the world of luxury yachting. Prepare to cast off and explore the most lavish shores, savoring the most . This issue includes: a selection of the best charters of the season, a discovery of the spectacular catamaran This is It, the latest innovations in water toys, and our usual columns dedicated to art, automobiles, and watchmaking. We hope this edition inspires you and serves as a valuable guide for your next getaway. We wish you enjoyable reading –and happy sailing.
JEAN-VICTOR PASTOR Chairman of the JV Pastor Groupe
A VERY IMPRESSIVE PROFILE
Engineered for peak efficiency, the new 142 metre Dragonfly built in Germany from Lurssen in 2024 has a diesel-electric propulsion system and an electric Azimuth Pod Drive, which can operate independently in electric mode or in conjunction with other propulsion components to achieve maximum speed of 24 knots. It offers a gross tonnage of 9408.0 GT and a 20.0 m beam. The helideck is also laid with an amazing 600 square metres of Tesumo –a sustainable alternative to teak. Designed by famous naval architect German Frers (with Nauta Design for interiors), Dragonfly key highlights include a glass-bottom pool, a gym, a games room, and a beauty salon. This superyacht also features a bespoke, doublefolding stern platform that seamlessly connects the main deck with the beach club to create a spacious sea-level social area.
READY FOR CRUISING
Designed by Frank Laupman of Omega Architects, Project Agnetha’s exterior presents a sophisticated and contemporary profile. Horizontal lines accentuate the yacht’s length, while expansive, tinted glass panels on the main and upper decks maximise natural light and offer panoramic views. The distinctive “shark tooth” detail on the wheelhouse overhang adds a signature touch, and the removal of aft superstructure pillars enhances the indooroutdoor flow, providing uninterrupted ocean vistas from virtually every onboard location. The Fast Displacement hull coupled with two MTU 4000 engines, delivers a top speed of 15.5 knots and ensures stability in all sea conditions. This combination of low fuel consumption throughout the entire speed spectrum, the superior seakeeping and extreme reliability makes the 55m Dutch-built steel superyacht suitable for a range of cruising itineraries.
What’s new
THE BRITISH EXPERIENCE
With over 20 years’ experience in superyachts, the British shipyard offers a 120’ (36.60 m) unit with a sporty, modern design with luxurious interior features. Sunseeker’s signature styling shines through, setting it apart from other superyachts in its class with a large aft cockpit, impressive flybridge and breathtaking main deck owners stateroom. The flybridge offers a sensational retreat for owners and guests. The aft deck is thoughtfully conceptualised
with loose furniture from recommended suppliers, including three sun loungers, a large sofa and four comfortable lounging chairs. At the center lies a dining table for twelve guests, serviced by a large wet bar and four bar stools. Sunseeker 120 Yacht offers sleeping accommodation for ten guests in a four-guest cabin configuration, each with an en suite, below deck and a private owner’s stateroom on the main deck. The elective materials assist in maximising the natural light on board.
HEESEN AGNETHA
SUNSEEKER 120 YACHT
TRADITION AND INNOVATION : Crafted with the utmost precision, BB YACHTS boats offer outstanding stability and reliability thanks to their shaft drive propulsion. The range is available in a hybrid version for a silent, efficient, and sustainable sailing experience. A new way of experiencing the sea with intelligence, elegance, and responsibility.
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LILY OCEANCO
What’s new
WELCOME TO THE FUTURE
Designed by Vripack, Lily is a new 101-metre yacht from Oceanco, presented at the Dubai Yacht Show. “Lily is a testament to what’s possible when design meets advanced construction and engineering,” says Paris Baloumis, Marketing Director. “It represents Oceanco’s drive to deliver a fully realisable yacht for an owner ready to embrace the future.” The general arrangement has been configured to provide intimate spaces to accommodate multiple groups of families and friends. The large leisure deck serves as the heart of onboard activity, featuring a pool, as well as a gym, wellness area, watersports gallery, bar and dining space. The split-level guest deck offers 6 cabins and an aft lounge. The upper deck offers 3 guest cabins, an open-plan cinema and a suspended playroom accessible via a bridge. Lily integrates a new propulsion system developed to achieve high propulsive efficiency, directly translating to lower fuel consumption and reduced emissions.
INSPIRED BY THE NATURAL WORLD
The fruit of a collaboration between naval architect Timur Bozca and the Oceanco shipyard, this super yacht is a reference to Greek mythology and embodies the spirit of the sea. Its exterior design is inspired by the sleek lines of the swordfish. Aurai is equipped with an all-electric propulsion system: a first for a yacht of this size, enabling her to sail without noise or vibration, with incomparable energy efficiency. Inside, refinement is total. Every detail has been thought out to bring serenity and comfort: noble materials, meticulous finishes and a layout that maximises natural light. Among its assets: a U-shaped swimming pool. Surrounded by glass walls and vegetation, it offers an unobstructed view of the sea and a relaxing, aesthetic immersion in the water. A second pool awaits guests on the foredeck. Other keypoint: this 80-metre yacht also features a helipad.
SPACIOUS AND ELEGANT
The Gulf Craft Majesty 100 Terrace is a new 105-foot (32.25 m) motor yacht that boasts a sleek silhouette, refined elegance, and innovative design. With an impressive 199GT, it offers unparalleled space and stability, ensuring smooth cruising and superior fuel efficiency. The owner’s stateroom offers ultimate privacy with a private terrace and stunning 270-degree views, setting the stage for unforgettable onboard experiences.
The upper deck features a luxurious sky lounge and wheelhouse, while the lower deck houses spacious, ensuite-equipped cabins.
The sundeck includes a skylights, jacuzzi sunbeds and dining spaces, catering to those who crave an extra touch of luxury. With the twin MTU 12V2000M96L engines, the new Majesty 100 Terrace offers a top speed of 20 knots and a cruising speed of 14 knots, with a range of 1,050 nautical miles at a cruising speed of 12 knots.
What’s new
REDEFINING INTERIOR SPACES
Born from the collaboration with the Studio Zuccon International Project for the exterior design and architect Piero Lissoni for the interior design, the Sanlorenzo SP92 retains the speed and design features of the line: on one hand, offering a total of 4,000 HP with waterjet propulsion, and on the other, the possibility of customisation. The yacht’s aft area offers a nearly 45-square-meter beach area. The deck is even closer to the water, while the superstructure design has been optimised for the installation of solar panels, maximising available surface area without compromising the aesthetic profile. The large perimeter windows of the superstructure highlight the elegance of the interiors, expanding the space and maximising the connection with the outside. The large rear window provides access to the interior, which, in a completely new approach for a vessel of this kind, spans 4 levels.
THE FRENCH TOUCH
A renowned French naval architect and designer, Thomas Tison has built his career at the crossroads of technological innovation and top-level competition. A graduate of Southampton University in naval architecture, then Cranfield University in aeronautical engineering, Tison founded his own studio, Thomas Tison Yacht Design & Engineering, in 2014, and is now developing his own shipyard, based in Villefranche-sur-Mer, on the French Riviera. Here, he designs bespoke yachts, incorporating the latest structural advances and the most highperformance materials, without ever sacrificing clarity of design or architectural intent. Right from the start, his involvement with Mascalzone Latino for the 32nd America’s Cup forged a radical vision of design: combining extreme performance, aesthetic finesse and structural rigor.
The America’s Cup has been a common thread running through his work ever since, a terrain for experimentation and a way of thinking that infuses all his projects. His recent creations assert a strong identity, nourished by Mediterranean culture: sober elegance, taut lines, light volumes and a constant dialogue between craftsmanship and innovation. Among his flagship projects, you could find Elida: a 15-metre sailboat combining a wooden hull with a carbon deck. Elida has been selected to represent Germany at the next Admiral’s Cup, confirming its status as a top-level regatta boat. Also in his plans, L’Été, a 12-metre daysailer designed for intuitive, elegant sailing. Recently, Thomas Tison was the architect responsible for building the boat for the British INEOS team, which competed in the last America’s Cup in Barcelona and won the Louis Vuitton Cup.
At the latest Monaco Yacht Show, Sinot Yacht Architecture & Design, a famous Dutch design studio, has unveiled a 138 metre superyacht concept focused on the Power of Inspiration. “Inspire” and its integrated, bold design combines inspiring yachting with an unprecedented hospitality experience. Inspire’s exterior is created using bold architectural lines, forming a 3D statement of elegant curves and strength. The light bluegreen shade of the hull color enables the yacht to blend naturally with the seas and skies. This effect is strengthened by floor-to-ceiling glass façades, multiple hatches, al-fresco lounges and shaded exterior decks, where unobstructed views of the water and skies provide true inspiration.
The superyacht consists of six decks: a top deck fully dedicated to the owner (offering a vast 250 sqm of living space including a bathroom with full beam vanity, two dressing areas and a private lounge), an upper deck with a giant lounge and open-plan wheelhouse to share the sailing experience, a main deck with guest cabins, restaurant and central staircase lobby, a beach deck containing VIP cabins, a wellness center, swimming platform, spacious beach lounge with a blue hole pool as well as generous spaces for inspirational events. At the lowest deck there is a submersible observation room (approximately 5-metre below the sea’s surface) delivering an uninterrupted view of the ocean below. Cruising at 11 knots against a top speed of 16.5 knots, Inspire will offer a range of 3,750 nautical miles.
LUXURY HYBRID YACHT CATAMARAN
The first catamaran built by Polish shipyard Sunreef Yachts at Ras Al Khaimah, in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), launching a new range (from 44 to 111’) of hi-tech hybrid power catamarans, a line of fully customisable crafts blending comfort, performance and lifestyle. With minimised energy consumption, Sunreef 55 Ultima offers a perfect blend of speed, stability, and luxury. Multihull standout features include a walkaround deck, a vast semi-open salon, and spacious aft with two-fold-down bulwark platforms. Two engine configurations to choose from: eco version with 2x e-350 kW + 2x 600 HP main engines or classic version with Volvo D6 - IPS 650 Engines. The top speed of the Sunreef Ultima 55 will be 45 knots.
INSPIRE SINOT YACHT
INSPIRE SINOT YACHT
Life without limits
EDMISTON
EDMISTON CRAFTS BESPOKE JOURNEYS BEYOND IMAGINATION, WHERE EVERY DETAIL REFLECTS YOUR PACE AND PASSIONS — CREATING MEMORIES THAT LAST A LIFETIME.
It begins with a conversation and evolves into a world that’s entirely your own. From the first spark of inspiration to the final glass of champagne at sunset, every moment is crafted with precision, care, and the expertise only decades of experience can deliver.
Savour exquisite local flavours, uncover hidden treasures, and lose all sense of time as you surrender to the tranquil rhythm of life at sea. Every detail is thoughtfully considered, each experience bespoke, offering you a seamless succession of perfect moments in the world’s most coveted destinations. With Edmiston, this is more than a charter: it’s an invitation to the extraordinary.
At the heart of every Edmiston charter lies impeccable service. Their specialists anticipate your needs before they arise, offering a level of attention that is both seamless and unmatched. From spontaneous beach picnics on secluded shores to candlelit dinners prepared by Michelin-trained chefs, no detail is too small, and no request too ambitious. Whether you dream of sailing through the sun-kissed Cyclades, discovering the untouched charm of the Grenadines, or exploring the legendary Amalfi Coast, your yacht becomes your sanctuary and your playground.
Their bespoke itineraries embrace adventure, cultural exploration, or simply the priceless luxury of time itself. With a global reach that spans the yachting capitals of the world, deep-rooted local connections, and unmatched insider knowledge, Edmiston offers access to the most sought-after yachts on the water – from newly launched superyachts to iconic classics reserved during peak season.
Are you ready to craft your next unforgettable escape?
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Redefining luxury at sea
CECIL WRIGHT
Certain yachts make an impression, others redefine super yachting excellence forever. KISMET does both. Built by the German shipyard Lürssen, this contemporary 122m masterpiece was recently awarded the prestigious World Superyacht of the Year 2025. Available for charter exclusively from Cecil Wright, KISMET plunges you into a world in which innovation meets present-day elegance. In close collaboration with the owner, Nuvolari Lenard and Reymond Langton Design set their signatures to a sumptuous superyacht offering exceptional volumes and breathtaking panoramic views of its surroundings. The yacht can accommodate up to 12 guests in eight or nine cabins, with a master suite on two levels, benefitting from private office, jacuzzi, massage and beauty facilities. KISMET offers an incomparable chartering experience that elevates luxury at sea. Its lavish luxurious interiors, immersive entertainment and spectacular amenities are matched by a 37-strong crew, dedicated to delivering truly bespoke service that will exceed your wildest dreams. With effortless arrival by helicopter or one of four tenders, charter fees start from €3,000,000 per week.
This 118’ tri-deck superyacht features a luxury five-stateroom configuration, including a full-beam on-deck master suite, as well as king-sized beds in all staterooms. Modern finishes see soft grey and white tones beautifully contrasting the mahogany wooden floors throughout. Enjoy a cocktail with ocean views from the glass-top bar in the sky lounge or relax in the lush salon, equipped with all of the latest in cutting-edge technology. Elevate to the sundeck and immerse yourself in the waterfall infinity-style Jacuzzi and have lunch in the roomy dining area. An additional bar and day head are located on this level for accessibility and convenience. Roam around to the oversized sunbed on the bow and soak up some sun rays, all while getting lost in your favorite book… or the view! By the beach club, there is a hydraulic swim platform that can open at anchor for sunbathing and spectating. Also at the beach club, take a turn in the steam room. Romeo Foxtrot includes a large list of water toys such as a 32’ Grady White tender, two Sea Bobs, two Jet Skis, snorkeling gear, fishing gear, inflatable toys, kayaks, paddle boards, a floating platform, a towable tube, a wakeboard, life jackets. Good to know: Romeo Foxtrot offers a range of about 1,200 nautical miles at 11 knots and a cruising speed of 12 knots.
YACHT CHARTER
NEED TO KNOW
LENGTH: 54.30m
YEAR BUILT: 2011/2020 (refit)
BUILDER: Amels (Holland)
INTERIOR: Dome Project Interiors
DESIGNERS: Omega Architects
CABINS: 5
GUESTS: 11 / CREW: 13
CRUISING SPEED: 13 knots
GROSS TONNAGE: 656 GT
SUMMER: West Mediterranean WINTER: Caribbean, Bahamas
RATES
SUMMER RATES
From 275 000 € per week (low season) and 310 000 € (high season)
Built in Holland by Amels shipyard, Spirit shares the characteristically fluid deck spaces and stretched out sun deck of the Amels Limited Editions models. Sun lovers can rejoice with a choice of outdoor social spaces across three decks with a sun deck, seated dining for 14, granite bar, and a unique teppanyaki grill, jacuzzi with vast sun pads and gym equipment. Recent 2020 interior refit by Dome Project Interiors has given a sophisticated interior which blends neutral tones with bright touches and textures of the ocean stand-out features include a dedicated spa treatment room with onboard masseuse. Accommodation
for up to 11 guests is in a full-beam master suite with emperor-sized bed, lounge, office area, ensuite bathroom, shower and large walk-in dressing room, 3 double suites and one twin with Pullman berth. Each stateroom has touch screen controls for all room functions including entertainment, lighting, temperature, blinds and shades. Hermès and La Prairie products in every cabin complete the luxurious charter experience. Also, Spirit boasts an extensive list of water toys including Seabobs, WaveRunners, wakeboards, waterskis, a 7m water slide, a whole host of inflatables and towables.
Y.CO
NEED TO KNOW
LENGTH: 107m
YEAR BUILT: 2020
BUILDER: Benetti (Italy)
CABINS: 8
GUESTS: 12 / CREW: 34
CRUISING SPEED: 16 knots
GROSS TONNAGE: 3900 GT
SUMMER: Mediterranean
WINTER: TBC
RATES
SUMMER RATES From 1 800 000 € + VAT + expenses per week (low and high season)
WINTER RATES TBC
M/Y MAR
Delivered by famous Benetti shipyard in 2020, this stunning modern yacht combines Italian finesse with cutting-edge innovation, setting a new standard for maritime luxury. Mar’s sleek and elegant exterior profile sets its apart from other yachts of this size, and its interiors bear the finest hallmarks of Italian style. Palatial ceiling heights up to 2.7 metres create natural light and space, resulting in an indulgent and luxurious onboard ambience. With a crew of 34 to provide premium-level hospitality and service, Mar exudes grace and sophistication, whether cruising vibrant coastlines or anchoring in tranquil bays. Mar accommodates up to 12 guests in eight luxurious cabins. The contemporary full-beam master suite on the bridge deck features private balconies, a full-beam
bathroom and expansive dressing rooms, with seven further uniquely styled VIP suites on the main deck. Amongst its many impressive amenities is a large, heated infinity pool on the sundeck, a wellness oasis on the lower deck with a hammam-style spa, massage room, and beauty salon, along with a gym. Spaces for entertaining and socializing aboard include multiple al fresco dining areas, exterior lounges including a top deck lounge with retractable shading, and a beach club. A touch-and-go helipad on the bow ensures effortless arrivals, whilst satellite communications and Wi-Fi ensure uninterrupted connectivity. Mar’s extensive selection of water toys offers something for all ages, featuring jet skis, Seabobs, and tenders.
BEHNEMAR
BOLD
Built by Australia’s premier luxury yacht builder Silveryachts in collaboration with yacht designer Espen Øino, Bold reveals aggressive styling and expansive interior. The contemporary interiors include teak and oak paneling, metallic painted features combined with oak and marble floors. The interior is defined by the expansive upper deck loft with floor to ceiling windows and open plan arrangement. Bold offers eight guest cabins comprising the Owner’s suite, three VIP guest cabins, and four double guest cabins. The Owner’s suite includes a master cabin, related to a private salon with direct access to exterior decks. The entertaining deck, immediately above the upper deck loft, continues the theme of
expansive open space. Glass backed serveries, and sliding glass doors protect the 16-seat dining table. Forward of the dining table, a deck bar with barbecue facilities and refrigerated spaces, fulfil guests’ culinary desires between main meals. Aft of the dining area is another large open deck space with provision for shade sail coverage. This space allows configuration as an outdoor table setting, lounge, sun beds, and deck chairs. Aloft the entertaining deck is the more intimate sun deck retreat. The forward split deck offers an eight person Jacuzzi and sun lounges, behind forward raking windbreak glass. The aft split deck suggests an 8-person settee. The vast aft main deck offers also an approved helideck.
NEED
TO KNOW
LENGTH: 85.3m
YEAR BUILT: 2019
BUILDER: Silver
Yachts (Australia)
INTERIOR: Silver Yachts
CABINS: 8
GUESTS: 12 / CREW: 20
CRUISING SPEED: 16 knots
GROSS TONNAGE: 1551 GT
SUMMER: Mediterranean
WINTER: Caribbean/Red Sea
RATES
SUMMER RATES From 875 000 € per week (975 000 € high season)
WINTER RATES From 875 000 € per week
YACHT CHARTER
HILL ROBINSON
BAGHEERA
HILL ROBINSON
Bagheera is a fantastic tri-deck unit, built by Palmer Johnson to a design by Nuvolari Lenard and refitted in 2022 with a new interior scheme. This semi-displacement motor-yacht with a deep-V hull delivers top speeds of 27 knots, with a comfortable cruising speed of 21 knots. Bagheera can be very economical when cruising at a more stately 11.5 knots, with fuel consumption rate of just 160l/hr, increasing to 275l/hr at 14 knots. The main deck aft is a spectacular convertible space for al fresco dining and lounging, leading down to a bank of sunpads and infinity jacuzzi by the waterline, completed by an expansive swim platform with a large swimming ladder for easy access to the water. The sundeck benefits from a vast sunpad and elegant yet comfortable lounging space with an optional bimini for overhead protection while the
foredeck’s triple sunpads offer a secure but exhilarating 180-degree vantage point while underway. The impeccably presented open-plan main salon is upscale and modern while also being cozy, with warm wood paneling balanced by naturally toned soft furnishings, rich textures and plush, deep-pile rugs. The sit-up bar and formal dining area create a celebratory ambiance while comfy seating and a TV offer more low-key options. For added privacy, the LCD glass panel can screen the view to and from the bridge at the touch of a button. On the lower deck, Bagheera’s bespoke guest bedrooms are unusually spacious for a yacht of her size, especially the master and two VIP cabins. Their colour schemes were updated in her recent refit, to match the rest of the yacht’s interior, along with a completely new inventory of mattresses and bedding.
NEED TO KNOW
LENGTH: 36,57m YEAR BUILT: 2005/2022 (refit)
BUILDER: Palmer Johnson (USA)
INTERIOR: Nuvolari Lenard
CABINS: 4
GUESTS: 8-9 / CREW: 5
CRUISING SPEED: 21 knots
GROSS TONNAGE: 197
SUMMER: Mediterranean (West & East)
WINTER: TBC
RATES From 80 000 € per week
The call of the open sea
ABYS YACHTING
An essential reference for luxury yachting on the Côte d’Azur, Abys Yachting is proud of having been the exclusive distributor in France, for more than 15 years, of the Ferretti Yachts, Custom Line and Pershing brands – synonymous with high performance, technological innovation and avant-garde design. In 2025, Pershing is celebrating 40 years of audacity, excellence, and passion for the sea. Founded in 1985, the Italian brand constantly redefines the codes of competitive yachting with its futuristic lines and spectacular performances. To mark this anniversary, Pershing and Abys Yachting are working together on exclusive events being held in the Mediterranean all year long: private trials, VIP encounters, unprecedented presentations of iconic models, and revolutionary novelties. They include the Pershing GTX70 unveiled last May in a world preview at the Venice Boat Show 2025. This compact, luxury, sports utility yacht embodies the new era of the GTX series: an elegant silhouette, modular layout, a triple IPS engine and an advanced control system, for unequalled comfort and responsive manoeuvring. On board, each detail is designed for an incomparable sailing experience, true to the sporty and dynamic spirit characteristic of Pershing. Monaco Office: Palais la Scala,
MORE THAN CRAFTING BOATS, AMER YACHTS IS SHAPING THE FUTURE OF YACHTING, WHERE AVANT-GARDE MEETS ELEGANCE IN A UNIQUE BLEND OF PERFORMANCE, DESIGN, AND SUSTAINABILITY.
A holistic approach that seamlessly integrates smart tech, eco-consciousness, and design – this is how one might sum up Amer Yachts, a pioneer redefining innovation in yachting. The journey began in the 1960s with Fernando Amerio, an audacious nautical visionary who saw the immense potential of Italian motorboating. After founding Permare in 1973, Fernando Amerio’s entrepreneurial drive led to the launch of Amer Yachts in 1990 with its first 20-metre vessel. Today, Amer Yachts is renowned for its cutting-edge technology, refined craftsmanship, and strong commitment to the environment. Now helmed by Fernando’s daughters Barbara and Alessandra, his son Rodolfo, and niece Noemie, the company continues its legacy with the same philosophy, driven by relentless pursuit of excellence and an unprecedented attention to the planet. Their approach mirrors the principles of the United Nations 2030 Agenda, not merely as an ambition but as a guiding star for every decision and vessel crafted. This September, Amer Yachts will proudly unveil the Amer 41S Custom Explorer – the yard’s first steel yacht, symbolising continuous evolution and a new vision for sustainable luxury yachting. Engineered for versatility, it seamlessly navigates both displacement and planing speeds, a hallmark Amer achievement since pioneering Volvo Penta IPS technology in 2014. This revolutionary milestone represents the culmination of over a decade of research into lighter, smarter engines, offering a perfect fusion of autonomy, safety, and performance. From visionary beginnings along Sanremo’s shores to the glittering docks of Cannes and Monte-Carlo, Amer Yachts remains anchored in passion and a profound respect for the sea.
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FERNANDO, BARBARA AND DODO AMERIO WITH A MODEL OF THE NEW AMER 41S CUSTOM EXPLORER.
Explorer yachts: the ultimate adventure
DRIVEN BY A GROWING THIRST FOR ESCAPE, THESE VESSELS ARE DESIGNED AND EQUIPPED TO EXPLORE SOME OF THE MOST REMOTE AND UNTAMED ZONES OF THE PLANET SUCH AS POLAR REGIONS.
In recent years, demand for expedition yachts has seen a marked increase, accompanied by a surge in new build projects. This trend began in the year 2000 with the construction of several vessels focused on discovery. In 2003, the launch of the Octopus by the shipyard Lürssen, commissioned by Paul Allen (one of the co-founders of Microsoft), caused a sensation. This 126-metre yacht featured enough space to accommodate two helipads, a submarine, several toys, and was designed to sail to the four corners of the planet. This kind of vessel is now a regular presence at major international boat shows like Monaco Yacht Show. Commonly referred to as expedition or explorer yachts, they are gaining traction among owners seeking access to the planet’s most remote and challenging regions – including polar latitudes like Antarctica or far-flung tropical islands.
STEEL AND ALUMINIUM HULLS
Engineered for long-range navigation in all sea conditions, these vessels are characterised by reinforced hulls – typically constructed in steel or, increasingly,
aluminum. While steel offers high durability, aluminum provides superior resistance to ice impacts and has the added advantage of reduced weight. This results in lower fuel consumption and improved cruising efficiency. These yachts are also fitted with stabilisation systems to enhance comfort through rough seas.
ENHANCED RANGE
Range is a critical parameter: most expedition yachts are designed with a transoceanic range of at least 5,000 nautical miles, to cross oceans without refueling. This is essential to ensure operational self-sufficiency during long passages in areas with limited or no resupply infrastructure. On board these eco-friendly units, the layout differs from that of traditional luxury yachts. Storage spaces are significantly larger to accommodate scientific exploration gear, provisions, laboratories, as well as water toys, seaplanes, 4x4 vehicles, helicopters, or even submarines! Among the latest are King Benji (from Dunya Yachts) is a 47-metre yacht built for any adventure, with a steel hull and aluminium superstructure. The large aft deck, together with the
IN RECENT YEARS,
DEMAND
FOR EXPEDITION YACHTS HAS SEEN A MARKED INCREASE.
10-ton crane capacity ensures this vessel can carry all exploration equipment. Another new release: the Damen Yacht Support 53. This vessel is equipped with a powerful 15-tonne crane and an optional A-frame, providing exceptional lifting capacity for even the heaviest loads. Whether you’re launching tenders, submersibles, or vehicles, these heavy-duty tools ensure precise handling. The expansive 310 sqm deck space also offers unparalleled versatility.
DUNA YACHT
A PLATFORM FOR MEANINGFUL EXPLORATION
Royal Yacht International has been appointed as central agent for the sale of Project Mission. Designed to reach remote destinations while minimising environmental impact, the vessel offers a unique opportunity to embark on transformative journeys with purpose. Mission is equipped with advanced marine science and expedition amenities as a helicopter landing platform or a toy/multipurpose store. Designed for both private and commercial use, Mission will accommodate 12 guests with the potential to expand to 18, along with a crew of 18 and space for up to 6 supernumeraries (i.e. Expedition staff).
REV OCEAN FOR 2027 LAUNCH
Considered the largest yacht in the world, the 182-metrelong REV Ocean vessel has completed its initial construction phase at Vard shipyard in Norway and will now proceed to Damen Shiprepair Vlissingen (DSV) in the Netherlands for the final stage of exterior and interior outfitting. The official launch is scheduled for 2027. Conceived by Norwegian businessman Kjell Inge Røkke in collaboration with designer Espen Øino, the exploration vessel is tasked with contributing to the cleanup of the oceans. REV Ocean is designed to accommodate 60 scientists and around 30 crew members. The yacht’s primary mission will be to remove some of the plastic pollution in the oceans. A suction system will be used to collect it, and an onboard incinerator will burn all materials including plastic, except metal and glass.
What’s on…
A SELECTION OF THE WORLD’S MOST PRESTIGIOUS YACHTING EVENTS
CANNES YACHTING FESTIVAL
September 9th/14th, 2025
Europe’s top in-water show hosts an eclectic offer of nearly 700 boats and yachts, from 5 to 50 metres, presented ashore for less than 10 metres and on-water beyond 10 metres. These boats are sailing or motor, monohull or multihull, rigid or semi-rigid hull.
MONACO YACHT SHOW
September 24th/27th, 2025
In the idyllic setting of Port Hercule in Monaco, the world’s premier destination for luxury yachting welcomes more than 120 superyachts, 50 tenders afloat and companies representing excellence exhibit on the quayside: designers, architects, yacht suppliers, service providers or builders of tenders and water toys.
LES VOILES DE SAINT-TROPEZ
September 27th / October 5th, 2025
Organised for the first time in 1999, this prestigious event brings together on the same stretch of water classic boats, maxi yachts and ultra-modern sailing boats, true to their original fair-play spirit. More than 250 boats take part in the regattas.
FORT LAUDERDALE INTERNATIONAL BOAT SHOW
October 29th / November 2nd, 2025
The 2025 edition of FLIBS spans more than 3 million square-feet of exhibit space across seven waterfront locations that are connected by a network of water and ground transportation services. The show attracts over 100,000 attendees and 1,000 exhibitors representing 52 countries with more than 1,300 boats on display.
PARIS NAUTIC SHOW
November 26th/30th, 2025
The famous French boat show returns to a new venue: the Parc des Expositions du Bourget, north of Paris. The nautical event will feature some 350 exhibitors spread over two halls, with between 300 and 400 sailing and power boats expected.
BOOT DÜSSELDORF
January 17th/25th, 2026
With more than 1,500 exhibitors from 67 nations in 16 exhibition halls, Boot Düsseldorf in Germany is for sure the largest yacht and watersports show in the world. Sailors, yachtsmen and motor boaters will find their perfect boat here.
MIAMI INTERNATIONAL BOAT SHOW
February 11th/15th, 2026
With a wide range and size of boats on display, the US boat show in Florida state will take place at the Miami Beach Convention Center, Pride Park, Herald Plaza, Venetian Marina, Museum Park Marina, and Superyacht Miami at IGY Yacht Haven Grande Miami.
DUBAI INTERNATIONAL BOAT SHOW
April 8th/12th, 2026
The largest marine and luxury lifestyle show in the region provides an incredible platform of yachts, cutting-edge marine technology, lifestyle brands and innovative water sports products. For this 32nd edition, over 1,000 brands and 200 boats will be on display.
PALM BEACH INTERNATIONAL BOAT SHOW
March 25th/29th, 2026
Throughout this famous US show, guests were treated to the latest in yacht and superyacht designs, sportfishing boats, cruisers, center consoles, inflatables, and a wide range of marine accessories. Taking place along Flagler Drive in downtown West Palm Beach, directly across from Palm Beach Island.
Just a five-minute walk from Place des Lices, La Villa Cosy, Hôtel & Spa***** remains open all year round, offering a peaceful retreat surrounded by nature and vineyards, where tranquility and serenity prevail.
The property features 32 rooms across 25 units, including suites and the Villa Eucléia. A moment of relaxation awaits at the Sothys Spa, the year-round heated pool, or the outdoor hot tub. A confidential, exclusive service- and timeless address in the heart of Saint-Tropez.
How AI is transforming the future of yachting
LONG ASSOCIATED WITH CRAFTSMANSHIP, YACHTING IS NOW ENTERING A NEW ERA THANKS TO THE INTEGRATION OF ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE. FROM INTELLIGENT NAVIGATION AND ENERGY SYSTEMS TO INNOVATIVE DESIGN, AI IS REVOLUTIONISING THE YACHTING INDUSTRY.
ATRUE REVOLUTION?
Today, AI is reshaping the yachting world, making boating safer, easier, more enjoyable, and more environmentally friendly. Right from the design stage, AI contributes to creating yacht concepts that are not only innovative and aesthetically pleasing but also highly functional. It aids in selecting advanced materials – such as composites or aluminum alloys – that improve performance through reduced weight and increased durability. With AI’s support, new yacht designs emphasise sustainability and carbon footprint reduction. Designers and architects also refer to “invisible technology,” which enables interior layouts where gadgets and screens are hidden when not in use, enhancing overall aesthetics.
At sea, AI systems determine optimal routes to save time and fuel, taking into account weather forecasts, sea conditions, currents, marine traffic, and potential hazards. Multiple sensors monitor and analyse the yacht’s systems in real time, alerting the crew when needed and potentially reducing maintenance costs by up to 30%. Dynamic positioning systems are redefining how yachts maintain their location, using computers to control positioning and avoid dangerous zones such as coral reefs. This technology significantly improves safety
by keeping the vessel stable, even in rough conditions. In some cases, AI can independently manage tasks like monitoring fuel levels or adjusting sails, without human intervention.
All these forward-looking solutions contribute to more efficient energy management on board by optimising the use of batteries, solar panels, or generator sets. This results in extended cruising range and a smaller environmental footprint.
AI ONBOARD: A NEW STANDARD OF LUXURY
Onboard, AI is transforming yachts into true luxury floating villas, enhancing comfort and energy efficiency through advanced home automation. For example, lighting systems adjust according to the time of day, while climate control maintains ideal temperatures. AI systems also learn guests’ preferences – automatically selecting music or proposing personalised activities. Some yachts even feature AI-powered concierges that suggest dinner menus tailored to guests’ dietary needs and past preferences. Security is also enhanced through facial recognition, intrusion detection, and automated alert management.
Technological advancements are paving the way for smarter, greener navigation and a level of personalised luxury and comfort like never before.
THE SEABOB IS ENVIRONMENTALLY FRIENDLY AND FREE OF ALL EMISSIONS.
Best new water toys for yachts
FROM UNDERWATER SCOOTERS TO JETSKIS
AND E-FOILS, DISCOVER A SELECTION OF THE LATEST WATER TOYS TO TAKE ON BOARD YOUR YACHT FOR AMAZING FUN ALL SUMMER LONG.
SEABOB F9
Born over 20 years ago in Germany, the Seabob is probably the most popular water toy on yachts. A fun machine that’s both environmentally friendly and free of all emissions. After more than 10 years, the Seabob F9 follows the F5 model. When designing this new watercraft, the designers from Studio F. A. Porsche, in collaboration with the engineers at Cayago AG, succeeded in equipping the Seabob F9 with excellent driving characteristics thanks to its special shape. The Seabob F9 has thus created a unique symbiosis between a stylish form and a convincing hydrodynamic function. The F9 version has been completely redeveloped from a technical point of view and provides unique driving characteristics. The technical performance data of the new Seabob are particularly impressive, offering a thrust in the water that is measured in Thrust Performance of 60 TP. Also, the Seabob F9 S version boasts a Thrust Performance of 84 TP. This means that the water sled can pull its pilots through the water at speeds of well over 20 km/h. With a sportive way of driving, the battery runtime can last up to 1 hour.
CUDAJET
Powered by an electric, patented propulsion system at its core, the Jetpack CudaJet – made in UK – boasts a remarkable power-to-weight ratio of 3:1, delivering instant speeds of up to 3 metres per second. Controlling the underwater Jetpack (only 14kg weight) is as intuitive as moving your body, within a single session, you’ll feel at ease with flying. Engineered to dive as deep as 40 metres, it also handles rough water conditions, making it suitable for seasoned adventurers. Designed for yachts, CudaJet goes from storage to sea in under a minute with no tools, no setup and no complicated preparation. Riders simply clip in and start flying. CudaJet has already been used aboard vessels built by famous shipyards including Azimut, Heesen and Lürssen.
FLITEBOARD AND FLITESCOOTER
Flite e-foil story started as a family affair in Australia almost ten years ago. Now the company has grown and this boards are now enjoyed by thousands of customers in over 90 countries. Several series and models of electric foils are available: Fliteboard, Flitescooter, Flite Air or Pro. The Fliteboard standard Series 5 is the most versatile board in the range. It will suit beginners and experienced riders alike. You can choose between a fiberglass or EVA (Ethylene Vinyl Acetate – an ultra-resistant, lightweight foam) board at a more affordable price, not forgetting the new Carbon board with its new design, modern pad and new colors. The Fliteboard Series 5 remote control offers intuitive control, with a high-contrast screen that ensures optimum readability, even in bright sunlight, displaying real-time speed, average speed, power and battery level for both board and remote control. Easier to master, the Flitescooter offers impressive performance. With rapid acceleration and a top speed of close to 50 km/h, it enables fast, fluid movement on the water. The handlebars offer an extra point of support, so you can maintain your balance when you’re stationary, moving slowly or even in foil mode. Manage your speed with a thumb throttle and view ride data on Flite Controller, all built into removable handlebars. Even with no experience, you’ll be eFoiling in minutes. A yacht toy perfect for families.
YAMAHA JETBLASTER
In the world of jetskis, the most striking news is the development of Yamaha’s JetBlaster range, which now offers 3 models designed to guarantee maximum thrills on the water in safety. The 2025 series is designed for riders looking for a lightweight, fun and compact WaveRunner. These machines feature a three-piece polypropylene composite deck for enhanced ergonomics. Choose from the entry-level JetBlaster, the featurepacked JetBlaster DLX or the JetBlaster Pro, powered by the exceptional performance of the 3-cylinder 1 049cm3 TR1 engine.
CUDAJET
THE FLITESCOOTER
OFFERS IMPRESSIVE PERFORMANCE AND ENABLES FAST, FLUID MOVEMENT ON THE WATER.
This is It: a concept never seen before
THE ITALIAN SHIPYARD TECNOMAR IS OFFERING THIS NEARLY 44-METRE-LONG CATAMARAN WITH AN ATYPICAL DESIGN. THE INTERIOR IS JUST AS ORIGINAL, INCORPORATING THE DESIGN CODES OF A LUXURY VILLA.
Commissioned by self-made Cypriot billionaire Tasos Papanastasiou, the “This is it” catamaran made quite an impression when it was officially presented for the very first time at the Monaco Yacht Show 2023.
This luxury yacht measures 43.50 metres (143 feet) in length and a beam of 14.78 metres, with a draft of 2.25 metres. Build of the powercat, which boasts a total glazed surface area of around 600 square metres (6,458 square feet) in total, began in a Turkish yard for the aluminum hull, before moving to Carrara, Italy, to Tecnomar (Italian Sea Group) for the interior fittings and everything else. The Italian shipyard is world known for producing the Lamborghini 63 sport yacht and famous super yachts brands like Perini Navi, Admiral Yachts or Picchiotti. According to Gian Marco Campanino and Mattia Piro, The Italian Sea Group’s designers “the main inspiration for this luxury catamaran style comes from the automotive world, therefore based on aerodynamics rules, fluid and organic lines, and flexible and dynamic shapes”. “The realisation of this extraordinary project challenges the “conventional” perceptions, driving us to completely recreate the boundaries of aesthetic parameters,” commented Giovanni Costantino, founder and CEO of The Italian Sea Group (TISG), at the yacht launch in Monaco.
Furthermore, “the careful weight distribution study was a significant factor in the engineering design process, especially considering the large amount of glass used in the project,” adds the shipyard crew. The hull lines was optimized to enhance hydrodynamic efficiency, leading to a significant reduction in fuel consumption and, therefore, emissions. In compliance with IMO Tier III requirements, the yacht is equipped with innovative exhaust gas treatment technology (SCR – Selective Catalytic Reduction) to reduce nitrogen oxide (NOx) emissions. Onboard, the interior confuses visitors with its asymmetrical architecture and amazing futuristic design like a glass house on water. “What applies to the exterior lines also applies to the interior style,” explains Gian Marco Campanino, The Italian Sea Group designer who led the unique project. The cocooning ambience onboard is complemented by a touch of smooth, “mood and feel”, pure luxury, thanks to the use of sophisticated and precious materials. Leather and Alcantara, oak and teak, dialogue with the sinuous shapes, marked by
THE YACHT IS EQUIPPED WITH INNOVATIVE EXHAUST GAS TREATMENT TECHNOLOGY TO REDUCE NITROGEN
OXIDE (NOX) EMISSIONS.
bold geometric cuts and grey marble inserts. Silk wall panels accompany ceilings with bronze, platinum, and gold finishes. With a crew of 12, “This is it” can easily accommodate twelve guests in six cabins, including a spectacular owner’s suite upstairs with ceiling skylights (11-foot-tal) and a superb panoramic terrace. A dream for charter use or a cruise with friends! The main salon features a huge bar and games area, with plenty of sofas for convivial gatherings. The dining room, at the very front, opens onto a large forward deck. Finally, the Italian yacht also offers a massage room, sauna room and a galley with polarized glass for events and show cooking, mirrors the futuristic vision of the exteriors. An extendable dock gives plenty of space for an collection of water toys like Seabobs, jet skis, wake boards, paddle boards, kayaks or e-foils, not forgetting large chase boat and a tender RIB. Powered by two MTU engines, each rated at 2,636 hp, the “This is it” catamaran sails at a good top speed of 19 knots, offering a smooth and silent experience even when running at full gas. At 10 knots, the yacht gives a range of around 3,500 nautical miles.
A Mauritian family dream
MARADIVA VILLAS RESORT & SPA
Located on the magnificent west coast of Mauritius, in the heart of Tamarin bay, Maradiva Villas Resort & Spa welcome you for a stay in which luxury is the order of the day. With its an immaculate beach 750 metres long, lapped by turquoise waves, this address offers an idyllic setting for unforgettable family vacations. Surrounded by luxuriant gardens, the Maradiva Villas Resort & Spa proposes exceptional accommodation featuring family villas, in particular, which blend traditional and contemporary design while offering two bedrooms and private, heated swimming pools. Whenever you decide to take time out in the spa, your children will have a wonderful time at the Kids Club thanks to its wide array of activities: handson workshops, initiation in gardening, crab hunting, discovering the Creole language, and lots more.
As for older children, they are delighted to discover the game room providing fun and entertainment. Not forgetting a baby-sitting service to guarantee total peace of mind.
At Maradiva Villas Resort & Spa, each instant is transformed into a precious memory. Let yourself be lulled by the peacefulness of this pearl of the Indian Ocean and enjoy an experience beyond the reach of time, made even more blissful thanks to top-notch service and breathtaking scenery.
Wolmar Coastal Rd, Flic en Flac, Mauritius.
Summer’s Glow
1. BUCCELLATI, Étoilée Collection Hoop Earrings Yellow and White Gold. 2. PAIN DE SUCRE, Ania Black One-Piece Swimsuit, €180. 3. HERMÈS, Leopards Beach Towel, €610. 4. JACQUEMUS, The Spiaggia small square bag, €490. 5. FERRAGAMO, Fringed sandal, €795. 1.
A passion for detail
EMILY NEUGARTEN INTERIOR DESIGN
PASSIONATE ABOUT HER PROFESSION AND HER DESIRE TO BRING EXCEPTIONAL PLACES TO LIFE, EMILY NEUGARTEN HAS WELCOMED CLIENTS TO HER STUDIO IN MONACO’S “GOLDEN SQUARE” SINCE 2014.
Born in Belgium, what brought you to Monaco?
After pursuing my studies in Los Angeles, I was lucky to enjoy multiculturalism that I missed on my return to Belgium. Monaco seemed self-evident, to combine family closeness with the cultural diversity I find so enriching in everyday life. We mainly work in the Principality, in residential and commercial sectors, though my international clients invite me to follow them to other destinations: St Barts, Miami, the Bahamas, Megève, Saint-Tropez.
How do you define your style?
Both contemporary and timeless, with care for the tiniest detail. I am attentive to light, colours, textures, material..., though my signature consists of plays on perspectives, natural shades, textural blends. Monochromy too, occasionally. Not forgetting made-to-measure. Everything is designed by my studio, giving me total mastery over my projects. The aim is to offer a place for living which corresponds perfectly to my clients’ expectations, so they feel at home as soon as they move in. It is then that I most appreciate my work. We are artists, we live and evolve for the pleasure of pleasing others!
And the future…?
I’m passionate about delivering original, personalised designs to my clients. Currently, I’m immersed in the entire interior conceptualisation of a new 13-story building in Monaco, including its spa. This project allows me to bring ambitious ideas to life. My ultimate goal is to launch my own line of furniture and objects.
Le Montaigne, 7 avenue de Grande Bretagne, 98000 Monaco Tel.: +33 (0)6 07 93 01 68 | emily@emilyneugarten.com emilyneugarten.com | Instagram: @emilyninteriordesign
Chic & Sporty
1. DINH VAN, Maillon L woven bracelets, from €1,650. 2. DIOR MAISON, CD Entrelacés Surfboard, €10,500. 3. LOUIS VUITTON, Fall-Winter 2025 Men’s Pre-Collection. 4. ROLEX, Cosmograph Daytona, €37,400. 5. ORLEBAR BROWN, Bulldog Swim Shorts in Night Iris, €345. 1.
PURITY, REFINEMENT, TIMELESSNESS… VIELLIARD & FRANCHETEAU ARCHITECTURES SET
THEIR SIGNATURE TO EXCEPTIONAL PROJECTS, DESIGNED AS REAL ARTWORKS FOR LIVING LIFE TO THE FULL.
Founded by Thomas Vielliard and Jacques Francheteau, this architectural firm has dedicated itself to the design of outstanding private projects for over 20 years, in France and on the international scene. Architects by training, the duo share the same high demands: embellishing the fine art of living thanks to unique homes well beyond the reach of time, and profoundly meaningful for their occupants. Construction of remarkable villas, luxurious renovation of houses and apartments, transformation of exceptional large properties, châteaux, hotels and vineyard estates… With a focus on luxury, the firm places its expertise at the service of your most audacious dreams. Based in Beaulieu-sur-Mer, Nice and Lyon, Vielliard & Francheteau Architectures is surrounded by a multi-disciplinary team of experts – architects, urban planners, interior designers, decorators etc. – who are fully committed to providing advice and assistance at each and every stage, from the feasibility study to final delivery of your home, and including its personalised interior design. Each project represents a challenge to achieve sustainable beauty orchestrated with finesse, discretion, and a sense of timelessness. All giving rise to real sanctuaries where innovation maintains a dialogue with tradition, and luxury is revealed in subtle nuances. Noble materials, details benefiting from French craftsmanship, clean lines, well-mastered volumes... Living spaces signed Vielliard & Francheteau offer seamless connection between inside and out, practicality and enjoyment, to reveal the loveliness of an exclusive home in its entirety. Through a sober, demanding architectural statement with no artifices, Vielliard & Francheteau Architectures lays claim to a unique signature: that of a discerning eye, well-mastered implementation, and discreet elegance. An invitation to experience a home in a delightful new way.
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What’s new
A STYLE MANIFESTO FOR WOMEN
Conceived for the women of today, GirlsMustHave masterfully blends contemporary femininity, artisanal excellence, and timeless elegance. Founded on the conviction that every woman deserves pieces that are as desirable as they are effortless to wear, GirlsMustHave offers an essential wardrobe featuring sharp cuts and noble materials. Crafted in Italy, the collections are the culmination of traditional savoirfaire fused with a modern vision of fashion, ensuring impeccable quality and meticulous finishing. Behind this singular brand is Alexandra Classen, a Swiss designer radiating sun-drenched elegance. Inspired by her travels between Saint-Tropez, Saint-Barth, the Bahamas, and Mexico, she imbues
GirlsMustHave with a cosmopolitan energy and a sense of unbridled sensuality. Her vision? To create pieces that evoke light, the sea, escapes, and the freedom to be oneself, all while maintaining a strong artisanal foundation. With a keen eye for detail and a passion for exquisite textiles, Alexandra designs pieces for GirlsMustHave that are both strong and subtle, conceived to accompany women through every moment of their lives. Draped in Parisian elegance and infused with the spirit of wonderful journeys, the Spring-Summer 2025 collection proclaims a love for the world, its cultures, its abundant riches waiting to be explored, and those magnificent places where women can lose themselves to truly find themselves.
JEWELRY WITH A GOURMAND TWIST
Founded in 2016 in Monaco by Hind El Karout, HRH Joaillerie was born from a bold vision: to create exceptional, emotionally resonant jewelry accessible to women worldwide. Blending architectural finesse, oriental inspirations, and outstanding craftsmanship, each creation is designed to enhance the multifaceted beauty of the contemporary woman. With the Luce Colour collection, HRH Joaillerie and Anour Chocolat Monaco, two Monegasque luxury houses, unite their creativity in a unique collaboration, where the worlds of fine jewelry and artisanal chocolate meet. This alliance gives rise to a unique sensory experience, combining the sparkle of precious stones with the subtle notes of cocoa. Monaco, a haven of creativity and prestige, is the ideal birthplace for this partnership ‒ an invitation to savor the emotion... and to wear it.
GIRLSMUSTHAVE
HRH JOAILLERIE - LUCE COLOUR COLLECTION
Architect of emotion
CÉDRIC CAPRON
AT THE CROSSROADS OF EXCEPTIONAL CRAFTSMANSHIP AND HIGH-END DESIGN, CÉDRIC CAPRON AGENCY IMAGINES EXCEPTIONAL INTERIORS, WHERE CONTEMPORARY ELEGANCE BECOMES AN ART OF LIVING.
For nearly two decades, Cédric Capron has been shaping the standards of luxury with rare exigence. A specialist in plasterwork, painting, and decorative finishes, he stands out as an essential reference in top-notch design and interior architecture. Drawing on rigorous training, his technical mastery has been enriched by an artistic sensibility, cultivated through encounters with prestigious clients across the globe – from Asia to California. This French designer fulfilled a lifelong dream by launching his own agency in the heart of Nice, 22, boulevard Stalingrad. More than a creative studio, he creates a place to be, where excellence in craftmanship meets transmission and French know-how. Surrounded by 14 enthusiastic experts, he imagines spaces with sensitive stories, blending pure lines, fine materials, and profound emotion. From architectural conception to bespoke furniture manufacturing, the agency offers a comprehensive range of services, tailored to each client’s specific needs, combining aesthetic refinement, comfort, and functionality. Each project is guided by a pursuit of uniqueness, where architecture, interior-design, and furnishings converge in seamless harmony. Among its standout properties: the ‘‘Casa De O” in Cap d’Antibes, a 250 sqm residence entirely redefined to reveal the essence of the place. Inspired by Mediterranean charm and the Wabi-Sabi’s influences, it combines sober, luminous, and raw materials, offering a true haven of serenity. Another remarkable project is “Le Renzo’’ in Monaco, an exceptional 547 sqm apartment offering a stunning view of Mareterra Bay. Influenced by yachting and luxury automobiles, every detail is meticulously crafted to provide an unparalleled living: from the refined materials –travertine, precious wood marquetry, fabric and leather cladding, brass – to the exquisite finishes. For Cédric Capron, excellence is a restless pursuit: the quest for the perfect gesture, the detailthat stirs emotion, the beauty that transcends time.
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“LE RENZO” MARETERRA, MONACO
Luxury settings with starring roles
CHARACTERISED BY EXOTICISM, OPULENCE, TRANQUILLITY OR NATURAL BEAUTY, BACKCLOTHS CHOSEN FOR HIT TV SHOWS CAPTIVATE VIEWERS IN SEARCH OF AN EXCLUSIVE PLACE TO STAY.
When chosen as a setting in a TV series, a luxury hotel or residence unfurls its assets in the fullest and most intimate way. Which inevitably results in a soaring number of searches and reservations, for these addresses taking centre stage. Our first two examples are Four Seasons hotels, the world’s N°1 luxury hospitality brand with the most 5-star ratings across its hotels, resorts, spas, and restaurants. Season 3 of The White Lotus, the Emmy-winning series by Mike White, is a dark tale about a wealthy, but very vulnerable, American family with lots of twists, turns, and a shocking finale. It was filmed at the Four Seasons Resort Koh Samui on the Gulf of Thailand, an idyllic island sanctuary where guests (usually) bask in serene, natural beauty: sandy beaches, blue seas, lush tropical greenery, coconut groves. With exotic yet contemporary Thai decor, private villas with private pools, multibedroom residences, warm hospitality, rich culinary experiences, and bespoke wellness programmes at the Spa, the resort is ranked by Travel + Leisure as one of the world’s top 500 hotels for 2025.
SEASON 3 OF THE WHITE LOTUS WAS FILMED AT THE FOUR SEASONS RESORT KOH SAMUI IN THAILAND.
AIMEE LOU WOODTHE WHITE LOTUS (SEASON 3)
According to Hotels.com, rates start at $1,056 per night in May and early June, peak at $8,031 shortly after the season premiere in early March, then drop to $1,802 at the end of the month.
Another Four Seasons hotel which impressed viewers in just one episode of the Netflix series Emily in Paris, Season 2, is the Grand-Hôtel du Cap-Ferrat. Emily spends a weekend with two girlfriends at this legendary address built in 1908, overlooking the Mediterranean and recalling the aristocratic origins of tourism on the Côte d’Azur. Renovated throughout in 2009 while retaining its marble, linen and silk, it embodies Frenchstyle sophistication in a 17-acre park on the cape. Fabulous suites and villas, the famous Club Dauphin, its pool, restaurant, bar and cabanas, a heavenly spa, dining experiences that include the star-rated restaurant Le Cap… Guests adore the hotel’s timeless opulence and stunning setting, but also its glamour. It has long welcomed royalty, the rich and famous, literary and artistic celebrities, such as Winston Churchill, Aristotle Onassis, Charlie Chaplin, Elizabeth Taylor, William Somerset Maugham, Madonna…
Fans of travel who prefer secluded destinations were immediately drawn by Villa La Cassinella, one of three elegant residences in Italy that play seductive roles in Season 3 of the HBO series Succession. Hosting a meeting between Roman Roy and tech entrepreneur Lukas Matsson, Villa La Cassinella on the banks of Lake Como is only accessible by boat. Ideal privacy in which to focus on the deal in hand, or totally disconnect, in comfort and luxury with authentic Italian flair, an infinity pool with
22-carat gold tiles, a gym, screening room, and attentive staff providing all-round service for up to 17 guests within beautiful, landscaped gardens. The Succession production team was able to rent the three villas at short notice due to wedding cancellations during the pandemic. Normally declining film crews on the premises, they rent, if ever available, for around $100,000 per week.
Finally, the Soma Retreat made a real impact in the 2020 mini-series Nine Perfect Strangers starring Nicole Kidman. Ten minutes from the beach, it is surrounded by a rainforest in the Byron Bay hinterland in New South Wales. Its owners, media & tech entrepreneur Peter Ostick and Vedic meditation practitioner Gary Gorrow, acquired the 19.7-acre estate for $1.8 million in 2016, then built an airy 10-bedroom residence hosting wellness, yoga and meditation retreats, corporate events, and Airbnb holiday rentals. Possibly already sold, this rare getaway was back in the spotlight last October with a price tag of around $15 million.
SOMA BYRON BAY - NINE PERFECT STRANGERS
SOMA BYRON BAYNINE PERFECT STRANGERS
IN AN EPISODE OF SEASON 2, EMILY SPENDS A WEEKEND AT THE GRAND-HÔTEL DU CAP-FERRAT.
Spaces reflecting your image
MONACO MOBILIER SERVICE
FOR THE PAST 20 YEARS, MONACO MOBILIER SERVICE – FOUNDED BY JONATHAN GUEZ, MURIEL SOSSO AND DOMINIQUE GIRARD – HAS CREATED UNIQUE SETTINGS IN THE PRINCIPALITY.
‘‘OUR TEAM WORKS ALONGSIDE
TO CREATE SPACES WHICH FULLY REFLECT EACH CLIENT’S DNA.’’
What lies at the heart of your work?
MMS specializes in the provision of contemporary and designer furnishings, and bespoke layout for residential, hotel and service sector premises. Our team works alongside renowned interior architects, selects the finest materials and the most demanding brands – Bulthaup, Vitra, USM, Meridiani, Carl Hansen, Zanotta etc. –to create spaces which fully reflect each client’s DNA. This capacity to design made-to-measure, turnkey projects defines the very essence of MMS. Quality, personalization and proximity lie at the heart of our approach.
Could you give us an example of a project you have recently completed?
We have assisted Suisscourtage in Monaco in the entire presentation of its new premises, in close collaboration with interior architect Emily Neugarten: made-to-measure furnishings, rostrums, glass walls, desks, reception areas... And we have also participated in fitting out the prestigious Yacht Club de Monaco, designed by British architect Norman Foster. Not forgetting renovation of the MonteCarlo Bay’s terraces for La Société des Bains de Mer, and the lobby and 175 rooms of the Radisson at Nice airport.
What is your long-term vision?
To perpetuate and ensure the growth of the MMS identity, which has built our reputation in Monaco thanks to unique projects focusing on top-notch quality and impeccable service. Always attentive to new trends, we are on a constant quest for innovative materials and solutions, relying on a sound network of partners. Human contact lies at the heart of our firm, with a loyal and committed team, united by shared values for many years. We continue to evolve with the same passion as on the very first day! mms-mc.com
INTRODUCING DECORATOR MANOLA BALLERIO, ONE OF SABRINA MONTELEONE-OEINO’S DAUGHTERS, RESPONSIBLE FOR THE ARTISTIC DIRECTION OF SABRINA MONTE-CARLO KIDS.
Sabrina Monte-Carlo is recognised for its expertise in interior design. What other services do you propose?
It all began in Monaco, in 1999, when my mother came up with the idea of designing outdoor furniture as refined as indoor. We then extended our expertise to indoor furnishings, then tableware with my sister, Carla. Today, we specialise in the design of elegant, harmonious areas for residences and yachts, and propose renovation services. In 2024, the launch of our on-line boutique enabled us to bring all our worlds together, including the one that I handle, dedicated to children.
Family seems to be a central value…
It is the very essence of our work. My mother co-founded Sabrina Monte-Carlo with her sister, Sophie, who manages the residential department. It runs like a thread through all our work, in which we build strong ties with our clients, often families, to assist them in each stage of their lives.
It was in this spirit that Sabrina Monte-Carlo Kids came into being, with the desire to make kids dream, especially with bedrooms on personalised themes.
A new Sabrina Monte-Carlo Babies boutique has recently been inaugurated. How did this project come about?
The arrival of a newborn baby demands extensive organisation. Designed as a life-size doll’s house, this boutique offers future parents everything they need to welcome the child: furnishings, decoration, pushchairs, stimulating early toys... The ideal place in which to create your baby wishlist!
Based in Monaco, the interior architecture and decor agency TAMMA Architecture proposes prestigious projects, always unique, meeting the requirements of each client in all elegance. Both graduates in architecture, Emmanuelle and Michele Tamma have specialised in their shared passion: interior decoration. Their encounter in Florence marked the beginning of their collaboration, leading to the opening of their agency in the Principality. ‘‘Our profession requires us to step inside the private lives of our clients,” they say. Each new project in fact begins with a phase of attentive listening, allowing them to discover the lifestyle, needs and tastes of each person. ‘‘We adapt systematically to our clients’ requirements while trying to guide them to the style which suits them best.” Coherence and meticulous attention to detail also comprise the strength and renown of this duo of talents. Passionate about design, Emmanuelle and Michele also create pieces of furniture which are harmoniously integrated into their interior architecture projects. In launching their own brand, Italica Tailormade Furniture, they attested to their expertise. Thanks to this elegant, timeless line of furniture, TAMMA Architecture encompasses all your undertakings from design of your home’s interior layout to the tiniest details (such as personalisation of an item of furniture).
A turnkey result in which all your dreams come true!
GRAFF - THE GIFT OF LOVE THIS CREATION CAPTURES A MOMENT AS FLEETING AS IT IS PRECIOUS: TWO SPARROWS, SYMBOLS OF LOVE, HOPE, AND UNITY, IMMORTALIZED FOR ETERNITY IN DIAMONDS.
A bejewelled bestiary
A COMPENDIUM OF WILDLIFE, REAL OR IMAGINARY, FROM WHICH WE CHOOSE OUR FAVOURITE COMPANIONS IN ALL THEIR SPLENDOUR.
BOUCHERON - UNTAMED NATURE (HISTOIRE DE STYLE COLLECTION):
Asource of inspiration since Antiquity for artists, sculptors, storytellers and jewellers, the richness of the animal kingdom is as precious as natural stones. Little wonder that it has long captured the imagination of jewellery designers sensitive to the bounty of Mother Nature and the untamed beauty of socalled beasts.
One of the most emblematic examples is Cartier’s Panther which appeared in 1914. This highly naturalistic creation is very close to reality or expressed in stylized, abstract or graphic style in Cartier’s rings, necklaces, bracelets, brooches, earrings, watches, even pens or tie pins. Exquisitely portrayed in diamonds, the Graff Butterfly then recalls fleeting moments of wonder, joy, delicacy, and rebirth. For over six decades, the renowned London jeweller has presented the rarest gemstones with exemplary expertise and sensitivity. The enchanting Butterfly collection features pieces that can be stacked, layered, and worn every day.
Particularly well-suited to jewellery, the sinuous, hypnotic snake is the iconic star of Bvlgari’s best-selling Serpenti collection. The Italian jeweller created “tubogas” or tubular bands to ensure amazing flexibility for this collection dating back to 1948. Pretty recent, considering that Cleopatra wore snake jewellery, and the pharaohs
sported symbols of the Uraeus snake on their crowns… Chaumet’s Bee collection does present the bee in some creations, but is better known for its mix-and-match honeycombs in gold and diamonds. Leading to infinity, evoking the radiance of the sun, and symbolising togetherness, they are the epitome of Parisian jewellery.
Tiffany & Co.’s bestiary jewellery in various styles features the enchanting Dragonfly brooch. The brand’s 2025 Blue Book, “Sea of Wonder”, also reveals high jewellery pieces of captivating delicacy in the guise of a seahorse, starfish, sea turtle, and other oceanic flora and fauna. Boucheron also reserves a predominant place for wildlife and birds in its creations. Its Collectible Animals catalogue proposes over 20 different species including wolves, polar bears, white swans and hummingbirds, richly enrobed in diamonds, emeralds and sapphires. Finally, the most playful offering on this theme has to be the “Noah’s Ark” collection signed Van Cleef & Arpels. More than 60 loving couples and 3 mythical creatures wear shimmering, lustrous attire and captivating expressions. As the jeweller says: “Good companions make for lovely journeys”.
VAN CLEEF & ARPELS
L’ARCHE DE NOÉ COLLECTION.
MOUCHE EAR CLIP, PAPILLON DE NUIT BROOCH AND LUCANE RING.
Lucas Museum of Narrative Art
UNDER CONSTRUCTION SINCE MARCH 2018, THIS SHRINE TO STORYTELLING IN ART WILL OPEN IN 2026 IN THE 160-ACRE EXPOSITION PARK IN LOS ANGELES.
Co-founded by film-maker George Lucas (Star Wars, Indiana Jones…) and his wife Mellody Hobson, co-CEO and President of Ariel Investments, the Lucas Museum of 300,000 sq.ft will present their collection, assembled over several decades. It encompasses popular American art, illustrative, comic, cinematic and animation art, and African American works. “The stories that art tells are often key to understanding a society and its aspirations, whether our own or others,” says George Lucas. “We hope the Museum will help audiences better understand the world and build toward a more just and empathetic society.” Chief Curator Pilar Tompkins Rivas adds a more personal note: “Through narrative art, people from every age and background can find connections between their lives and those of others across eras, cultures, and regions of the globe”. Dating back to cave drawings, hieroglyphics and Roman mosaics, narrative art encompasses paintings, murals, sculptures, comics, photography, magazine and book illustrations, film and digital media. The collection contains works by illustrators Norman Rockwell, Jessie Willcox Smith, Maxfield Parrish; comic artists Winsor McCay, George Herriman, Jack Kirby; muralists Judith F. Baca, Diego Rivera; artists Jean-Michel Basquiat, Frida Kahlo, Jacob Lawrence, and many more.
The Museum’s acquisition of the Separate Cinema Archive added 37,000 items – posters, lobby cards, film stills, scripts – tracing African American cinema from 1904 onwards, with stars such as Paul Robeson, Duke Ellington, Sidney Poitier, and Josephine Baker. The Museum is designed by renowned architect Ma Yansong of MAD Architects, one of China’s most prominent design firms, with Michael Siegel of Stantec as executive architect. Clad in over 1,500 panels of fibreglass-reinforced polymer, this rolling, 5-storey building is set in an 11-acre site, formerly a parking lot. Its extensive new greenery, signed Studio-MLA, features a hanging garden, an amphitheatre, a waterfall fountain, and 200 new trees. Rejecting the right angle, this impressive, flowing museum will host about 100,000 sq.ft of exhibition space, two cinema theatres, a library, classrooms, a café, restaurant, special events areas, and an outdoor terrace. A long-time fan of Ma Yansong, George Lucas expects the museum to draw visitors for its architecture and park as well as its collection. He has also pursued goals for local hiring and collaborations with firms owned by women, minorities or veterans. By September 2022, the project had employed over 4,200 workers, 60%+ resident in Los Angeles County. A socially responsible approach, echoed by Mellody Hobson: “Our goal is to create an inclusive and accessible museum bringing people together from every walk of life”.
THE LUCAS MUSEUM
WILL EXPLORE NARRATIVE ART’S POTENTIAL TO PROMPT QUESTIONS, INVITE OPINIONS, INSPIRE COMMUNITY, AND MOVE PEOPLE TO THINK ABOUT THE IMPACT OF IMAGES ON OUR WORLD.
Futuristic architecture
ALDAR HEADQUARTERS
The first circular design of its kind in the Middle East, the Aldar Headquarters building on the Al Raha Beach development in Abu Dhabi was completed in 2010. Signed MZ Architects, 110 metres high on 23 floors, it is slim and stunning with a diagonal “clam shell” grid structure made of steel.
THE TWIST
A bridge, showroom, a sculpture in itself, The Twist in Norway’s Kistefos Sculpture Park (open year-round) spans 60 metres across the river. Designed by the Danish Bjarke Ingels Group, it opened in 2019 and hosts three galleries exhibiting high-end international art.
SZCZECIN PHILHARMONIC HALL
Designed by the Barozzi/Veiga Studio of Barcelona, the 12,000 sqm Szczecin Philharmonic Hall in Poland offers bold lines recalling icebergs, yet complicit with nearby neo-Gothic buildings. Inaugurated in 2014, it hosts several concert halls, magnificent acoustics, and sober interior decor.
GALAXY SOHO
The Beijing Galaxy Soho, a 330,000 sqm office, retail & leisure complex, opened in 2012. Designed by Zaha Hadid Architects of London, its four continuous volumes unleash rippling space with no corners or abrupt features. Recalling Antique China’s inner courtyards, its immersive atmosphere is inspired by connectivity.
WALT DISNEY CONCERT HALL
Designed by Frank Gehry “from the inside out” as a “living room for the city”, the Walt Disney Concert Hall became home to the Los Angeles Philharmonic in 2003. It proposes a stainless steel exterior like silver sails, exemplary acoustics, and a warm auditorium where 2,265 fans surround the orchestra on a yellow cedar stage.
SZCZECIN PHILHARMONIC HALL
GALAXY SOHO
WALT DISNEY CONCERT HALL
Expedition Dining
SEARCHING FOR A UNIQUE EXPERIENCE? HEAD FOR NORWAY, WHERE THE IRIS RESTAURANT ON BOARD THE SALMON EYE CERTAINLY FITS THE BILL.
This is an adventure for environmentalists, the curious, fans of art, gastronomy and challenges. It brings unexpected, uplifting rewards. On arriving at Bergen airport, your expedition starts with a drive or ferry cruise of less than 2 hours to the village of Rosendal, then a short e-boat ride calling at Chef Anika’s boathouse for a welcoming snack on the island of Snilstveitøy. Heading for the awesome Salmon Eye, a floating “experience centre” signed Kvorning Design, the setting for your getaway is comprised of the Hardanger fjord, snow-capped mountains, and the natural elements. Once on board the gleaming, orb-like Salmon Eye clad in 9,000 steel plates like fish scales, a multisensory experience awaits you in the world’s largest floating art centre, on the theme of planet-friendly seafood production.
The 4-floor Salmon Eye is the brainchild of the family behind Eide Fjordbruk, the world’s only salmon producer to have won CarbonNeutral® certification. Its concerns about threats to the global food system and innovations which need to be introduced are shared by Anika Madsen. This accomplished Danish chef, who joined the restaurant industry when aged 17, focuses on sourcing, sustainability, quality, and thus the use of seasonal and local ingredients. Once seated in the Iris restaurant, hosting 24 guests at most, you will be mesmerised by 18 exceptional tasting courses, conjured up by Anika. Telling their stories and those of farmers, fishermen and other suppliers, they are all made of top-notch Norwegian produce, nutritious, flavoursome, with the accent on wild ingredients from mountains and forests and, of course, rare gems of the bounty of the sea. In the centre of the Salmon Eye, its “Iris”, inaugurated in June 2023 and already awarded a Michelin star,
is stark, refined, in minimalist Scandinavian style, with smooth dark wood, huge, curved windows offering views of the mountains, and a laid-back atmosphere with no formal dress code. The friendly service is orchestrated by Nico Danielsen, Anika’s husband, and wine plays a judicious part in several pairings (one non-alcoholic). They complement 18 refined dishes in all, on a pre-set menu marked by technical expertise in the kitchen, innovative and captivating presentation. This unique form of gastronomy – which, however, cannot accommodate certain dietary restrictions –, is a lesson in what we are missing in terms of flavours, delicacy, the diversity and generosity of Mother Nature, who deserves our protection. At the end of the evening, another boat ride takes you back to Rosendal. An immersive experience lasting 5 to 6 hours, leaving indelible memories of landscapes, discoveries, participation, but also of mussels, cuttlefish, small salmon, reindeer, rhubarb, caviar, berries…
Time is of the essence
BUT SO IS EXQUISITE TASTE! TWO FACTORS GOVERNING HIGH GASTRONOMY AND LUXURY WATCHMAKING, BOTH ROUSING EMOTIONAL RESPONSES FROM DISCERNING FANS WHEN PROPOSED AS ICONS OF INTRICACY.
High Gastronomy and High Horology share dedication to expertise, excellence, and authenticity. Traditional values accompanied by a desire to explore, innovate, and create new objects of desire. Over recent decades, recognition of shared values and a mutually supportive approach have led many players in the luxury lifestyle sector to create partnerships, which also heighten their visibility on the world stage. Far from being poles apart, luxury watchmaking and high gastronomy enjoy a convivial team spirit embodied by friends, ambassadors, and a shared conviction that we must all keep an eye on the clock! Among renowned chefs focusing on precision and representing luxury watch brands, the legendary Paul Bocuse wore the Rolex Datejust, proclaiming in a 1976 advertisement: “There is no fine cooking without perfect timing”. Known for her intuition and inventiveness, 3-star chef Anne-Sophie Pic wears Hublot’s Big Bang One Click, while Jean-François Piège, a great fan of watches, was once an Ambassador for Piaget. Cédric Grolet, Pastry Chef at Le Meurice in Paris, wears a Pasha Squelette by Cartier, Philippe Etchebest and Mory Sacko, “Top Chef” in France, sport TAG Heuer watches, while Cyril Lignac, owner of several fine addresses in Paris and an enthusiastic collector, has a soft spot for Patek Philippe and Audemars Piguet. Yannic Alléno was given a Hublot watch by Bernard Arnault, CEO of LVMH, when he won a third Michelin star for his restaurant in Courchevel.
JAEGER-LECOULTRE
REVERSO TRIBUTE MONOFACE SMALL SECONDS WATCH.
ABOVE, FRANÇOIS-PAUL JOURNE AND CHEF DOMINIQUE GAUTHIER IN FRONT OF THE F.P.JOURNE LE RESTAURANT IN GENEVA.
OPPOSITE, THE CHRONOMÈTRE SOUVERAIN FROM THE CLASSIQUE COLLECTION.
A relatively young Swiss watchmaker, founded in 1980, Hublot stepped into the limelight with the world’s first natural rubber strap, then the Big Bang chronograph of 2005. Acquired by LVMH in 2008, it drew public recognition through its sponsorships of top football teams, as official timekeeper for championship events, and by enlisting Ambassadors such as Ayrton Senna, Usain Bolt, Mbappé, Pelé, Maradona…, but also in the arts, music, and gastronomy. Chef Yannick Alléno, for example, heads up Le Pavillon Ledoyen near the Champs-Élysées, a restaurant awarded the highest number of stars worldwide in 2020.
Switzerland’s oldest watchmaker, Blancpain started out in 1735, conjuring up top-quality technical innovations such as the automatic Rolls for women in 1930, and the ultra-reliable Fifty Fathoms for combat divers, commissioned by the French army in 1953. Now part of the Swatch group, the brand’s partnerships with chefs over almost four decades include Paul Bocuse, Glenn Viel of Baumanière, Julien Royer, Dominik Sato, Fabio Toffolon… Joined in February 2025 by a new “Friend”, Christophe Hay, owner of Fleur de Loire in Blois, and dedicated to responsible gastronomy, the local terroir, harmony between heritage and innovation, and an uplifting way of life based on sharing and conviviality.
Jaeger-LeCoultre’s “Made of Makers” collaborations highlight creativity in different fields, recently that of Mathieu Davoine, an emerging talent in “chocolaterie”, and Indian chef Himanshu Saini with his 2-star restaurant in Dubai. Back in Geneva, very close ties between the ultimate in watchmaking and gastronomy are exemplified by the reopening of the historic Bavaria brasserie in 2023, now the F.P.Journe Le Restaurant thanks to Michelin-starred chef Dominique Gauthier and artist-watchmaker François-Paul Journe, creator of unique timepieces inspired by heritage masterpieces, but also an Epicurean and lover of fine wines.
Finally, the reality of time ticking by in the kitchen is highlighted by chronometered recipes and cooking times, timers, and clocks on the walls provided by TAG Heuer for Philippe Etchebest and Blancpain for Joël Robuchon. Visual reminders of shared determination to focus on passion for past, present and future, with precision and intricacy the order of the day.
CHEF ANNE-SOPHIE PIC IS A HUBLOT AMBASSADOR. HERE, SHE’S WEARING A CLASSIC FUSION ESSENTIAL GREY.
HIGH GASTRONOMY AND HIGH HOROLOGY SHARE DEDICATION TO EXPERTISE, EXCELLENCE, AND AUTHENTICITY.
CHEF CHRISTOPHER HAY IS NOW PART OF THE BLANCPAIN FAMILY. HERE, HE’S WEARING A VILLERET QUANTIÈME COMPLET WATCH.
SUSTAINABLE
AVIATION FUEL (SAF) TO BE THE N°1 CONTRIBUTOR TO DECARBONISATION OF THE INDUSTRY BY 2050.
Sustainable aviation fuel
HOW IS SAF RESPONDING TO THE HUGE CHALLENGE FACING THE AVIATION INDUSTRY TO ACHIEVE NET ZERO CARBON EMISSIONS BY 2050?
Today, with air transport accounting for 2-3% of global CO2 emissions, the IATA expects sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) to be the N°1 contributor to decarbonisation of the industry by 2050. Authorized globally since 2011, renewable fuels reduce emissions by 80% compared to traditional kerosene, and aim, ideally, to power aircraft up to 100%. In 2024, SAF represented only 0.53% of all aviation fuel. Blended with conventional fuel using fossil resources, SAF components are made from feedstocks, ie. waste or residue from renewable sources: used cooking oils, fats, vegetable oils, alcohols such as ethanol and iso-butanol, green hydrogen, algae, municipal, agricultural, and forestry waste. In 2023, SAF volume exceeded 600 million litres, twice as much as in 2022, but 2 to 5 times more expensive than conventional fuel. Higher production demands collaboration between governments, industry, and regulators worldwide, though limited availability of land and biowaste is the N°1 challenge. Fluctuating demand for air transport is another factor. The IATA predicted in June that passenger traffic growth, which had been on the rise, will decelerate to 5.8% in 2025 from 10.6% in 2024. SAF technology faces a huge challenge to accelerate. Among current developments, Neste, a prominent biofuel
producer, scaled up its SAF production in 2022, partnering with airlines and fuel suppliers to expand accessibility and reduce costs while exploring emerging raw materials such as acid oil and wastewater-derived grease. Airbus targets at least 30% SAF in its global fuel mix for its own flights by 2030, invites its clients to fuel their new aircraft with SAF, and runs 100% SAF flight tests to explore the impact of SAF emissions on the atmosphere. Shell sees synthetic kerosene as a long-term solution for high-volume SAF production. It combines captured carbon from industry and agriculture (and directly from the air, in future decades) with green hydrogen from water and renewable power. Elsewhere, researchers have converted agricultural and forestry waste into SAF using a new catalytic process which could create a circular economy using waste products rather than crops. Power-to-liquid fuels uses renewable electricity to synthesise hydrocarbons from water and carbon dioxide. Another process to produce SAF from carbon dioxide is Direct Air Capture using hydrogen and a metal catalyst to create a closed-loop carbon cycle. If scaled efficiently, these last two systems could provide aviation with a nearlimitless supply of sustainable fuel. Finally, and crucially, wider research is now being joined by expanding SAF facilities worldwide, and governments stepping up their support with tax credits and subsidies. Will 25 years suffice to reach the target?
What’s new
BOMBARDIER GLOBAL 8000
Scheduled to enter service later this year, this ultra-long-range commercial jet will be the fastest after Concorde’s demise in 2003. The Global 8000 boasts a range of 8,000 nautical miles and a top speed of Mach 0.94 (660 mph) while guaranteeing a very comfortable travel experience for 19 business or leisure passengers. Designed by Bombardier Aerospace, founded in Canada in 1942, and currently in its final assembly stage, the Global 8000 wears an eye-watering price tag of $81 million, plus customisations from $5 to $10 million, and annual operating costs from $1.8 to $2.9 million. Seen as a major milestone, especially by travellers in a hurry, the Global
8000’s speed is capped at Mach 0.94 for commercial use, with a typical cruise speed of 0.85 (646 mph) – though its test flights attained 1.015 in terms of potential versus Concorde’s top speed of almost 2.04 (over twice the speed of sound). Depending on your destination, you may have time to enjoy the jet’s customisable four-zone cabin, 6 ft 2 inches high, 8 ft wide, with four spacious suites, luxurious conference and entertainment areas, and a Soleil lighting system which is joined by a very low cabin altitude of 2,900 ft and a Pur Air carbon filter to minimise stress, refresh, and combat jet lag. Finally, the Global 8000’s Smooth Flex Wing ensures best all-weather performance and the smoothest ride.
INTERNATIONAL PARIS AIR SHOW 2025
From June 16th to 22nd, the 55th edition of the “Salon International de l’Aéronautique et de l’Espace” welcomes 2,500 exhibitors from 48 countries and some 300,000 visitors. With 150 aircraft on show and 210 flying displays, the N°1 meeting-point for the aerospace and space industry upholds “excellence, innovation, and international cooperation”. An essential rendez-vous for professionals worldwide, the SIAE has hosted product presentations and the birth of strategic partnerships in the industry since 1909. Professionals thus make good use of the Aerospace Business Meeting platform, and the event is known for providing top-notch customized services for exhibitors. In the previous edition, 300 start-ups from 21 countries participated in the event, focusing on the environment, new on board energies and materials, digital technologies, big data, artificial intelligence, the Vehicle of the future… Held at Paris - Le Bourget Airport, the SIAE also draws non-professional fans of the sky and space in discoveries, encounters, and hands-on activities. They explore 12 superb halls comprising the Air and Space Museum, attend special-theme conferences, take an immersive journey in the Paris Space Hub, and discover innovations in the Paris Air Lab. Youngsters enjoy the Rocketry Challenge competition and visit the Careers Plane with an eye to a future in aerospace or space. The sky is not the limit!
Salon International de l’Aéronautique et de l’Espace - Parc des Expositions, Paris - Le Bourget / www.siae.fr
BOMBARDIER GLOBAL 800
MayaBay Thai - Japanese Restaurant
MONACO
From one time zone to another
THE DESIRE TO TRAVEL IS STRONGER THAN EVER, AND PROPOSALS FOR BAGS, SUITCASES AND TRUNKS ARE ALSO ON THE RISE…
The epitome of luxury luggage, Louis Vuitton is a prime example of this surge in creativity. Its original “Damier” or chessboard pattern was designed in 1888 by Georges Vuitton: geometric, floral, with the initials of his father, Louis Vuitton, the company’s founder, who made trunks for Napoleon III’s wife, Empress Eugénie. An iconic design travelling down the ages and winning global applause for this exclusive brand whose limited production ensures sound long-term investments. Today, the imposing range of trunks “The World is Yours” has opted for an enticing matt or transparent finish while the “Soft Leather Goods” range imparts new life to classic models such as “Neverfull” or “Alma”, previously made of canvas. Appointed in 2024 as Artistic Director, Pharrell Williams, known for his musical career and close ties with fashion, invited his friend Tyler, The Creator, to work on a new set of Louis Vuitton ready-to-wear, wheeled cabin luggage and mini bags bearing the rapper’s name. Forging ahead with originality, notably thanks to designer Marc Newson, Louis Vuitton has also used huge trunks rather than boring scaffolding during renovation almost doubling the size of its flagship high-rise on Fifth Avenue,
BOTTEGA VENETA - BACK
RIMOWA - GRANADA & VERDE COLLECTION
IN 1920, RIMOWA TOOK A VISIONARY STEP BY ADOPTING ALUMINIUM FOR ITS LIGHTNESS.
an awesome visual merchandising opportunity! With uncanny foresight back in 2017, LVMH acquired the German brand Rimowa, whose ultra-light aluminium models are seen as the summum of suitcases on wheels, now associated with top brands such as Off-White and Tiffany, and muses Roger Federer, Patti Smith, Rihanna etc.
A far cry from the brand’s origins, dating back 127 years, when it crafted custom-made cases made of leather-coated plywood and cardboard! In 1920, Rimowa took a visionary step by adopting aluminium for its lightness, adding grooves in 1950, and introducing polycarbonate suitcases in 2000, which set a new standard for the industry. Inspired by the golden age of aviation and the first all-metal aircraft, Rimowa’s iconic grooves became its hallmark, now seen as timeless and perfectly natural. An uplifting tale of early craftsmanship, expertise and quality, dedicated to the evolving needs of travellers worldwide, since 1898. Other brands that are revamping their heritage luggage are Delsey, Samsonite, the colourful Lipault, and Gucci, with a new boutique on Faubourg SaintHonoré dedicated to travel. Embodying luxury and refined taste in international hotels and airports – which can expect to receive 7 billion travellers by 2034* –, these essential travel companions include a hi-tech weekend bag and shapememory sets by Ermenegildo Zegna / Maserati proposing discreet Italian flair. New tote-bags, shoulder bags and pouches signed Chanel, Hermès, Longchamp and Bottega Veneta then add constantly renewed appeal to the traveller’s wardrobe.
*Source: International Air Transport Association
ANDY WARHOL, SINGLE ELVIS, 1963.
PAUL CEZANNE, NATURE MORTE AU PLAT DE CERISES ET AUX PÊCHES, 1885-1887.
Must-see exhibitions
MAJOR ART EXHIBITIONS NOT TO BE MISSED, IN ALL FOUR CORNERS OF THE GLOBE
THE YEAR OF CEZANNE
Until October 12th, 2025
Aix-en-Provence pays tribute to this emblematic painter in several events centered around the “Cézanne au Jas de Bouffon” exhibition at the Musée Granet, showcasing over 100 pieces, some from international museums. The artist’s beloved family home from 1860 to 1899, Le Jas de Bouffon (which can be visited) was also his studio where he conjured up his Provençal landscapes, self-portraits, still lifes, and the famous bathers.
Musée Granet, Aix-en-Provence cezanne2025.com
WARHOL, POLLOCK AND OTHER AMERICAN SPACES
October 21st, 2025, to January 25th, 2026
The relationship between these two artists, seemingly so different, is the subject of this exhibition addressing their artistic concerns, obsessions and shared preoccupations, such as the concept of space, background and the figure, and camouflage as a central theme. Other artists from the same period also explore repetition, seriality and abstraction in art as mechanisms for seeking a place of one’s own in society.
Thyssen-Bornemisza National Museum, Madrid www.museothyssen.org
EMILY KAM KNGWARRAY
Until January 11th, 2026
Dedicated to Emily Kam Kngwarray (c. 1914-1996), an Anmatyerr woman born in the Northern Territory of Australia, this is the first major exhibition of her work in Europe. It features rich batik textiles, works on paper, and monumental paintings she began in her late seventies, producing 3,000 canvases –roughly one per day – in the eight years before her death! They reflect her life and deep cultural ties to her ancestral “Country”.
Tate Modern, London www.tate.org.uk
RASHID JOHNSON, A POEM FOR DEEP THINKERS
Until January 18th, 2026
Born in Chicago in 1977, Rashid Johnson’s multidisciplinary activity explores race, masculinity, mysticism, and the conditions for art-making. Spanning the past three decades of his career, his “Poem for Deep Thinkers” takes over the entire rotunda of the Guggenheim. Some 90 works on themes of social alienation, rebirth and escapism, in films, black-soap paintings, and spraypainted text works.
Guggenheim Museum, New York www.guggenheim.org
TURNER AND CONSTABLE
November 27th, 2025, to April 12th, 2026
Marking the 250th anniversary of their births, this landmark event explores the rivalry between Turner and Constable while comparing their different approaches to landscape art. Sharing a deep connection to nature, Constable’s subdued paintings of beloved places and Turner’s blazing sunsets and sublime later works were described by art critics as a clash of “fire and water”.
Tate Britain, London www.tate.org.uk
GHOSTS, VISUALIZING THE SUPERNATURAL
September 20th, 2025, to March 3rd, 2026
In a shared desire to confront the unknown, over 80 artists from the 19th century to today have portrayed their fascination with the supernatural, engendering endless creativity and poetic potential. They here include William Blake, Charles Dickens, Paul Gauguin, Paul Klee, Edvard Munch, Sigmar Polke, Odilon Redon…, in paintings, sculpture, photography, and spectres within digital space.
Kunstmuseum, Basel kunstmuseumbasel.ch
All electric vehicles: where to next?
CONFRONTED BY MANUFACTURING CHALLENGES AND MORE, EVS ARE MEANWHILE BENEFITING FROM INNOVATIONS IN CONNECTED INTELLIGENCE, SAFETY, AND SUSTAINABILITY.
In 2024, global sales of new EVs topped 17 million (11 million in China), and over 20% of new cars sold worldwide were electric. In the first quarter of 2025 vs that of 2024, EV sales rose 35% despite subsidy phase-outs, especially in Europe. Trump’s zigzagging tariffs and policies now make global volume hard to predict. Last year, 24 new models were launched, slashing Tesla’s US market share from 60% in 2020 to 38% in 2024. In the first quarter 2025, however, Tesla Models Y and 3 were best-selling BEVs worldwide. The IEA rates EVs as the N°1 technology to decarbonize road transport, accounting for over 15% of global energy-related emissions. Transition demands huge changes for manufacturers, requiring fewer, but more complex, components and tools – plus a dual-platform strategy, as internal combustion energy and hybrid vehicles are needed for quite some time. An ICE vehicle can have 10 times more moving parts than an EV, though some of the tools required are much more complex and expensive. Leading EV makers increasingly build chassis and frames in one piece, using megacasting, for example, to inject up to 80 kilos of molten aluminium into a single underbody mould. Further challenges include a huge volume of batteries, with solid-state models promising greater power density and lighter weight, and more efficient and affordable LFP batteries for long distances. Concerns about the availability and speed of charging facilities explain growing popularity for large models with
a range of over 482 km, such as the Tesla Model S and BMW i3. In March 2024, the 818,819 charging points across Europe, unevenly spread out, needed to deliver more power. On the positive side, advances in battery solutions include higher production, improved energy density and storage, faster charging, eco-friendly materials. Solid-state batteries offer spearhead energy storage using solid electrolytes instead of liquid or gel, enhanced safety through non-flammable materials, longer lifespans, and wider temperature tolerance. Ultra-fast power at 150kW or more now enables EVs to charge 10 to 80% in 15–30 minutes, often in motorway services and charging hubs. Vehicle-to-grid connectivity enables throwback from EVs, while cable-free charging uses electromagnetic induction. Real-time communications systems also enable efficient load management using renewable energy. Autonomous driving is also evolving, as in Tesla’s Auto Lane Change and Navigate on Autopilot. Mobileye enhances vehicle safety and efficiency with advanced sensors, AI and connectivity for traffic management, while solar-integrated EVs use photovoltaic cells on roofs or surfaces to convert sunlight into electricity. Finally, while fans of design eye the Lotus Evija, Polestar 3 SUV, Porsche Taycan Turbo GT, RollsRoyce Spectre Black Badge.…, Ed Wellburn, ex-VP of global design for GM, predicts that tomorrow’s EV will have two distinct components: a running chassis housing batteries, motors and systems, then the body, including the interior, entrusted to coachbuilders delivering 100% bespoke design.
What’s new
DID SOMEONE SAY SUPERCAR?…
Pursuing its ultrasuave tradition, the Aston Martin Vanquish 2025 also prides itself on peak performance. As illustrated by its new 5.2-litre twin-turbo V12 engine generating 835PS and 1000Nm of torque, chalking up a top speed of 345 km/h, 0 to 96.5 km/h in 3.3 seconds. Despite its ferocity, the Aston Martin Vanquish is also unashamedly sophisticated, a 2-seater work of art. Its light carbon fibre body features a concave front grille while a new platform lengthens the distance between the A-pillar and front wheel, setting the engine further back and bringing the front wheels forward for a more dynamic stance. The distinctive rear has quad exhausts and a screen sliding seamlessly into a panoramic glass roof. 21” alloy wheels come in 3 finishes, and a 6-block pattern adorns new LED headlights. In the ergonomically designed interior with smart Centenary Saddle Tan in many colours and trims, the dashboard amplifies the feeling of space and
immersion. The centre console’s intuitive settings are managed by analogue rotary dials and switches, with a Pure Black touchscreen. The infotainment system provides 3D mapping, wireless Apple CarPlay Ultra® giving key vehicle data. The connectivity app handles car/ phone interaction, vehicle updates, colourcoded alerts, and the Bowers & Wilkins® audio system has 15 speakers. Sleek, powerful, cool…
MCLAREN W1 ON THE HORIZON
With production limited to 399 models, this awesome supercar vaunts an assertive personality and explosive power. If you need your supercar to excel on road and track, bear in mind that the McLaren W1 was launched on the 50th anniversary of McLaren’s first F1 World Championship win. Activating its Race Mode triggers extreme transformation with aerodynamic components and suspension calibrated for all-out track performance.
A new High-Performance Hybrid powertrain with a cutting-edge MHP-8 V8 engine, direct injection to drain every last hp from each drop of fuel, a new E-module delivering a monumental 1,275PS with stunning responsiveness… The fastest accelerating road-legal McLaren attains 0 to 200 km/h in a phenomenal 5.8 seconds. All about power and automotive art, the W1’s ground-up design benefits from shape-shifting aerodynamics to further enhance performance: new Anhedral doors with integrated aero blades, organic surfaces with sharp, aerodynamic devices below. The aero system features the purposebuilt McLaren Aerocell and new Active Long Tail, extending backwards 300 mm in race mode and transforming the rear. The wraparound interior prioritising visibility and driver focus also offers McLaren InnoKnit, a flexible, seamlessly integrated, super-light material. Set for launch in October, the McLaren W1 bears a price tag of $2.1 million.
MCLAREN W1
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