An annual partnership continues in Monaco
Autumn boat shows support wider marine environmental projects alongside commercial launches. Monaco has confirmed the amount of its annual foundation donation. Monaco Yacht Show has presented a €55,000 donation to the Prince Albert II of Monaco Foundation during the 2026 event, continuing a partnership that began in 2010. The presentation took place during the official visit of Prince Albert II and was staged aboard the 67-metre Benetti B.Now yacht DAGGER.
The donation is a direct financial contribution to the Foundation rather than an award for a yacht or exhibitor. It sits alongside the show's wider environmental programming, including Blue Wake and discussions around measurable improvements in yacht operations.
The presentation took place aboard DAGGER
Toby Moore, CEO of Informa Prestige, and Stephen Carter, CEO of Informa Group, presented the cheque in the presence of Romain Ottavj from the Foundation. The choice of DAGGER connected the presentation with a yacht that has itself featured in current discussions around hybrid systems and the SEA Index.
That setting should not be interpreted as meaning the donation came from the yacht owner or builder. The contribution is from Monaco Yacht Show as part of its ongoing relationship with the Foundation.
Environmental work remains part of the show's public role
The Prince Albert II Foundation supports environmental protection and sustainable development internationally. Monaco Yacht Show says its annual contribution reflects the organiser's responsibility to use the event as a platform for companies working on practical environmental improvements in yachting.
The significance of such a donation depends on the Foundation's wider programmes and allocation of funds, which are separate from the show itself. The release does not specify a single project to which the €55,000 is earmarked.
A current event rather than a future pledge
The presentation occurred during the 2026 Monaco Yacht Show, so this is a completed event rather than a planned commitment. It also gives the 35th edition another industry-development story beyond yacht premieres and brokerage announcements.
The official Monaco Yacht Show release provides the amount, participants and source-specific image. Luxury Yacht Guide has linked the existing Monaco Yacht Show event record and has not treated the contribution as an environmental certification. The official announcement supplies the stated details and the subject-specific image. Luxury Yacht Guide readers should check availability, specification and booking arrangements directly with the provider before relying on them.
