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Monaco Oceanographic Museum recruiting 17 positions for summer season

by: Cassandra Tanti
27/01/2026

The Oceanographic Institute is recruiting 17 seasonal and part-time staff members for the upcoming summer season, with a recruitment day scheduled for 11th February at the Monaco Oceanographic Museum.

Positions are available starting in March across reception, ticketing, shop, and education services. The museum will conduct individual interviews with pre-registered candidates between 10am and 4pm.

Registration required by 8 February

Candidates must register in advance at www.oceano.org/rejoigneznous by 8th February, submitting a CV and cover letter through an online form. Registration includes selecting an interview time slot.

Only candidates who have registered online will be admitted to the conference room where interviews will take place. Applicants must be at least 18-years-old by the contract start date.

17 positions available

The museum is hiring four part-time scientific educators on casual contracts starting in March, working approximately 40 hours per month, primarily on weekends, public holidays, and school holidays.

Thirteen full-time seasonal contracts are available for 39 hours per week, including weekends and public holidays on a rotating schedule. These include three sales assistants at the museum shop, four ticket office agents with varying contract periods between April and August, and six multi-skilled reception agents with contracts running from April through August.

Meeting the teams

The recruitment day allows candidates to meet department managers, learn about available roles, and understand the responsibilities involved. Holding the interviews inside the museum gives applicants the opportunity to experience their potential workplace environment.

Job descriptions with essential criteria and contract dates are available on the museum’s website and social media channels.

Employment forum participation

For the second consecutive year, the Oceanographic Institute will also participate in the Employment Forum organised by the Princely Government at Grimaldi Forum on 6th February, where it will operate a stand presenting its professions and opportunities.

The recruitment campaign reflects the museum’s approach to placing people at the center of its hiring process, according to the institute.

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Photo source: Oceanographic Museum of Monaco

Monaco Employment Forum returns in February

by: Kyriaki Topalidou
27/01/2026

The Monaco pour l’Emploi recruitment forum will once again take place at the Grimaldi Forum on February 6th, uniting employers with jobseekers. 

The event, which will be held in the Diaghilev and Nijinski spaces of the venue, is expected to draw more than 5,000 candidates, offering opportunities to meet with businesses based in Monaco from various industries.

While the 2026 edition of the forum will feature employment opportunities from all economic sectors, the centre of attention will mainly be on technology roles and artificial intelligence positions. This represents an interesting swift from the previous years’ luxury industry focus.

Monaco pour l’Emploi takes advantage of Monaco’s appeal as a workplace, including its international character, attractive location, and business environment that supports both innovation and creative industries.

“One day, a thousand opportunities. Direct exchanges, spontaneous meetings, unexpected discoveries…The forum is where professional projects come to life.” Christophe Robino, Government Councillor, Minister of Social Affairs and Health said.

Monaco pour L’Emploi 2025 edition, Photo credit: Manuel Vitali / Monaco Communications Department

What to expect and how to attend

Attendees will be able to network with potential employers and learn about career paths available in Monaco’s business community. The forum is designed to promote meaningful connections between companies seeking staff and qualified candidates looking for opportunities.

Interested jobseekers and visitors need to resister in advance in order to attend through the official website at www.monacopourlemploi.com, or contact the organisers at info@monacopourlemploi.com for further details

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Main photo credit: Monaco pour l’Emploi 

Solberg makes history with debut Monte Carlo Rally win

by: Kyriaki Topalidou
26/01/2026

Swedish driver Oliver Solberg has secured his maiden Rallye Monte-Carlo victory alongside co-driver Elliott Edmondson, dominating the 94th edition from start to finish.

The pair led from the second stage and built an advantage of more than 50 seconds in their Toyota GR Yaris Rally1, claiming their second WRC win.

“I don’t think I’ve realised it yet. It’s been an emotional day,” said Solberg after crossing the finish line. “I would like to warmly thank Toyota for their confidence in us.”

The 24-year-old’s victory literally rewrites the history books. No Swedish driver had won Monte Carlo since Ove Andersson in 1971. Solberg also became the event’s youngest winner in nearly 90 years, and the first member of his rallying family to conquer Monte Carlo – something his father Petter, the 2003 world champion, never achieved.

Japanese manufacturer takes over the podium

Toyota celebrated an unprecedented clean sweep, with Elfyn Evans and Scott Martin taking second nearly 52 seconds behind, while Sébastien Ogier and Vincent Landais finished third more than two minutes back.

For nine-time world champion Ogier, it marked his first time finishing off the top two steps at Monte Carlo since 2013. “Oliver definitely did better than anyone expected,” Ogier said. “It’s good for the championship to have some new blood.”

Saturday’s unique spectacle

Saturday evening saw Monaco’s streets spectacularly come alive as competitors tackled a special stage through Monaco’s F1 circuit for the first time in 18 years.

Despite heavy rain, thousands packed Port Hercule to watch cars navigate a 2.69 kilometre course in the thrilling wet conditions.

During Saturday’s race at Monaco’s F1 circuit. Photo credit: Automobile Club de Monaco

Adrien Fourmaux and Alexandre Coria took Hyundai’s only stage win of the rally. The spectacle attracted celebrity guests including F1 driver Liam Lawson and cycling stars Tadej Pogačar and Chris Froome.

Toyota president Akio Toyoda also made a personal appearance, experiencing the action from Takamoto Katsuta’s car.

Competitors encountered torrential rain, fog, snow, ice and mud across the four-day event in the French Alps. Even with a comfortable margin, Solberg endured two nervous moments on Sunday morning but recovered to seal his historic win.

Regarding the WRC2 division, Léo Rossel claimed victory alongside Guillaume Mercoiret in a Citroën C3 Rally2, continuing his family’s dominance after his brother Yohan had claimed three straight victories before crashing out early this year

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Main photo credit: Automobile Club de Monaco 

Monaco’s Jardin Animalier to undergo major modernisation after safety works

by: Cassandra Tanti
26/01/2026

Monaco’s Jardin Animalier Rainier III will remain closed throughout 2026 for essential cliff safety works, followed by a major modernisation project ordered by Prince Albert II, the Palace announced.

The animal garden, which sits beneath a cliff face, requires extensive safety operations to secure the rock face above. These works demand constant vigilance to protect the animals, staff, and the cliff’s natural ecosystem, according to the Palace statement.

Ambitious modernisation ahead

Once safety works are complete, the garden will undergo a comprehensive transformation designed to improve animal welfare and visitor experience. The project will create larger habitats better adapted to the animals’ needs, with increased vegetation and mixed-species enclosures where appropriate.

The visitor route will be completely redesigned to offer a more immersive experience, with modernised facilities that harmonise with the natural environment.

Prince Rainier III’s legacy

The Jardin Animalier was founded by Prince Rainier III, Prince Albert’s father, who established the zoo as part of his commitment to animal conservation. Prince Rainier created the garden on the southern slope of the Rock of Monaco, where it has operated for decades as one of the Principality’s family attractions.

The modernisation project reflects Prince Albert II’s continuation of his father’s conservation legacy, while updating the facilities to meet contemporary animal welfare standards and visitor expectations.

Updates to follow on social media

The Palace said progress on the project and major milestones will be shared regularly on the Jardin Animalier Rainier III’s social media channels.

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Barbagiuans win Fight Aids Cup on penalties as Charles Leclerc makes surprise appearance

by: Kyriaki Topalidou
26/01/2026

The Barbagiuans of Monaco have claimed the sixth Fight AIDS Cup title following a tense penalty shootout at Stade Louis-II, with Ferrari driver Charles Leclerc making a surprise appearance in the warm-up and opening half.

The charity match, held under the patronage of Princess Stéphanie of Monaco, brought together football legends and raised funds for Fight Aids Monaco’s work against HIV.

Leclerc joined the Barbagiuans for the opening 45 minutes before making was for the football professionals.

Penalties decide close contest

Cirque FC featured 2004 Ballon d’Or winner Andriy Shevchenko as captain, with former AC Milan colleague Marco Simone coach. The Barbagiuans were without injured Ludovic Giuly, who had to settle for a place on the bench.

The Barbagiuans took an early lead through Javier Chevanton, but Cirque FC hit back quickly when Maxime Gonalons levelled the scores at 1-1.

Both teams created opportunities throughout a competitive match, but neither could break the deadlock in normal time.

The match went to penalties, where goalkeeper Flavio Roma managed a vital save. Olivier Veigneau then stepped up to convert the decisive spot-kick and seal victory for the Barbagiuans.

Louis Ducruet’s Barbagiuans de Monaco, photo credit: Frédéric Nebinger / Philippe Fitte

Ducruet celebrates victory

Barbagiuans president and event organiser Louis Ducruet said in a pool interview with Monaco Life: “Finally, a victory. If we do it every two years, that’s good. But really, it needs to be every year. So we’re happy. We finished on penalties, but that means the match was balanced and intense. Both sides played well. It was a good match.”

This marks the second time the Barbagiuans have lifted the trophy, while Cirque FC have won on four occasions.

Meanwhile, in an official statement, he also reflected on the evening’s importance, “This Fight AIDS Cup represents far more than a football match,” he said. “Seeing football legends come together and such strong commitment around the cause championed by Fight Aids Monaco is a tremendous source of pride. This victory is a collective one, in service of an essential cause.”

The evening concluded with a gala where ex-Chelsea and Real Madrid forward Eden Hazard was presented with the Fred Allard Trophy as best player of the match in his debut appearance.

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Main photo credit: Frédéric Nebinger / Philippe Fitte

Prince Albert II watches Team Monaco make E1 World Championship debut in Jeddah

by: Cassandra Tanti
26/01/2026

Prince Albert II travelled to Jeddah on Saturday to support Team Monaco’s debut in the UIM E1 World Championship, marking the first time the Principality has fielded a team in the all-electric powerboat racing series.

The Prince watched from the Jeddah Corniche Circuit as Team Monaco competed in the season opener, finishing in 10th place with five points. Aoki Racing Team claimed victory in an intense final on the Red Sea, fending off defending champions Team Brady to take an early championship lead with 40 points.

Photo source: E1

“It made perfect sense to be part of this great adventure”

Interviewed during the race about seeing Team Monaco on the water, Prince Albert II said: “For me it made perfect sense to be part of this great adventure. We have been supportive of the E1 series over the years and we have finally been able to put a team together.”

The Prince emphasised the team’s dual mission of competitive racing and environmental advocacy. “We’ll try and be competitive and achieve the best results possible in the championship. More importantly if we can help to be ambassadors of sustainability and care for our global ocean we will have achieved something great.”

Photo credit: Getty Images for E1

Racing under number 98—Monaco’s country code—the team aligns with the Prince Albert II Foundation’s ocean regeneration mission. The Principality’s entry into E1 follows years of supporting the championship, which Monaco hosts annually at Port Hercule.

Dramatic racing on the Red Sea

The Jeddah race featured intense foil-to-foil action as Aoki Racing’s Sara Misir and Team Rafa’s Cris Lazarraga battled heading into the opening corner. Misir, making her debut for Aoki, came out on top after a slight touch between the two RaceBirds and went on to dominate the remaining six laps.

She was awarded the PIF Pilot of the Day for her performance. “It feels good! Dani went out there and came P1 so I knew I had big boots to fill,” Misir said after the race. Her teammate Dani Clos had secured the inside lane in the first final, setting up her victory.

Photo source: E1

The E1 Championship features teams with both male and female pilots racing electric RaceBirds on tight, technical circuits. The competition was established to accelerate innovation in electric marine technologies while promoting sustainable urban waters and coastal environments.

Championship standings and sponsors

Following the Saudi season-opener, Aoki Racing Team leads with 40 points, ahead of Team Brady (33 points) and Team AlUla championed by LeBron James (24 points). Team Monaco sits in 10th place with five points.

The championship next heads to Lake Como, Italy, on 24th and 25th April as part of its global tour. Monaco will host the championship at Port Hercule on 17th and 18th July, providing Team Monaco with a home race advantage.

See more of Monaco’s debut in E1 in the photo gallery below, photos sourced from E1

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Main photo source: E1