11 new Covid cases on 25 Jan. brings total to 1,368: 44 hospitalised: 27 resident + 10 in ICU: 4 resident, 145 home monitored, 1,140 recoveries, 9 deaths
The Principality is once again leading the way in sustainable solutions, this time with the creation of a zero-emissions catamaran that will serve the Monaco Yacht Club and act as a blueprint for the entire yachting industry.
The Monaco Yacht Club announced the construction of a Zero Emission Committee Boat during this year’s Monaco Solar and Energy Boat Challenge, held from 2nd to 6th July. It will be used for all regattas organised by the club.
In the presence of club president HSH Prince Albert II, YCM General Secretary Bernard d’Alessandri revealed naval architect Espen Oeino has designed the hull and structure, while Dario Calzavara (Terra Modena) is responsible for the engineering on the 100% eco-friendly catamaran.
As it will be quiet with no carbon emissions, it has been designed with a second function in mind: whale watching excursions from the Principality.
“The Yacht Club de Monaco already has three electric tenders used by the sports section when supervising children for sailing lessons and organising our nautical events,” explained Bernard d’Alessandri. “But this Committee Boat is part of a much more ambitious holistic project by the Yacht Club de Monaco. It is a truly unique initiative to design a boat with a complex specification regarding stability, weight, safety, power and speed for a vessel with a length of 11m and beam of 6m. If we want to position ourselves as one of the world’s capitals of yachting, we must take the lead and propose concrete solutions.”
The announcement took place during this year’s Monaco Solar and Energy Boat Challenge
The aluminium construction will employ a combination of solutions for propulsion. Initially designed to operate on solar energy, it could also integrate a hydrogen system and vertical sails to increase its range, and any new propulsion solutions that arise to make it as quiet as possible.
Marine animals can experience noise at frequencies above 1kHz, and most small boats emit frequencies up to 40kHz.
The YCM is aiming to set an example with its new Committee Boat while the innovative engineers are also hoping that one day their initiatives will be taken on board by everyone in the boating sector.
Prince Albert took the opportunity to visit the paddocks and meet some of the students from the 22 engineering colleges in over 30 teams taking part in the competition. After encouraging the two Monegasque teams, SBM Offshore and Lanéva, he toured the exhibition area to meet exhibitors, including the companies FinX, Torqeedo, Energy Observer and Nautical High Tech, all offering innovative propulsion systems to propel yachting into a new cleaner greener era.
The Prince Albert II of Monaco Foundation has signed the Arctic Commitment and pledged its support for a ban on the use and carriage of heavy fuel oil in Arctic shipping.
A new website, Monaco Santé, has been created in the Principality, providing information and services for residents and visitors including online bookings and consultations.
A retrospective exhibition of the works of famed Swiss sculptor and painter Alberto Giacometti is coming to the Grimaldi Forum this summer for the first time ever.
The Red and Whites took their fourth victory in a row after a brilliant showing Friday night against Olympique de Marseille, winning three to one at a home game at Stade Louis II.
AstraZeneca has warned that initial supplies of its Europe-bound Covid-19 vaccines will be lower than expected, sparking new concern over the rollout of inoculations.
Julien Ingrassia and Sébastien Ogier achieved a record-topping eighth win at the 89th Monte-Carlo Rally this weekend, beating out former record holders Sébastien Loeb and Daniel Elena.
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Towards the end of the day on Saturday, December 9, Mayor Georges Marsan and several members of the Communal Council welcomed the Princely Couple and their Children to the Christmas Village on Port Hercule. Also in attendance were Baroness Massy, her daughter Mélanie-Antoinette, and many representatives of the high authorities of the Principality.
Following the traditional La Palladienne dance, Mayor Marsan addressed a special wish to Hereditary Prince Jacques and Princess Gabriella who were celebrating their third birthday the next day.
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He praised the success achieved each year by the Christmas Village, one of the most important annual events organised by the Monaco City Council, and warmly congratulated all the municipal staff, and more particularly the various teams of the Entertainment Services and the elected officials who collaborate each year on this popular project.
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The Sovereign Prince and Princess Charlene admired the many decorations and showcases centred on the theme "The Workshops of Santa Claus". As usual, wooden chalets and natural spruces are in place on Quai Albert I, as well as the many activities and workshops for children.
By Saturday, many skaters had already found their way to the outdoor skating rink in the heart of the Village, while the more intrepid were trying the joys of free fall in the new wind tunnel installed at the Rainier III swimming pool.
The Monaco City Hall has again ensured complete safety by renewing last year’s security measures so that visitors can enjoy the Christmas Village to the full.
Monaco's Christmas Village runs until January 7, 2018, while the skating rink is open until March 11.
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Dan-Bunkering (Monaco) SAM has announced the hirings of Pascal Bellet and Dimitris Ardamis as Bunker Traders.
Mr Bellet was born and educated in Monaco and graduated from the International University of Monaco in 2010. He then began his career in the shipping and yachting industry.
Originally from Greece, Mr Ardamis holds a BSc in Maritime Business and Logistics from the University of Plymouth, and gained broad experience within the shipping industry during his studies and after graduating.
"Adding two new nationalities to the office is expected to strengthen the already existing international team even further," said Dan-Bunkering.
Dan-Bunkering supplies bunker fuels, lubricants and related products and services for vessels worldwide.