The Yacht Club de Monaco has installed a pioneering solar canopy on its reception dock, marking a world-first in the integration of solar production onto existing floating marina infrastructure.

Stretching 12 metres in length and rising nearly five metres high, the custom-built structure by One Concept Marine integrates around 26 m² of photovoltaic panels supplied by Voltec Solar, the last remaining French manufacturer in the sector. With a 6 kWp installed capacity, it is expected to generate approximately 9,200 kWh of clean energy annually—enough to power around 12 medium-sized boats* or support roughly 100 full charging cycles for electric vessels.

“This project demonstrates our ability to design and deploy innovative solutions rapidly, even in complex environments,” said Thomas Aboulinc, Founder of One Concept Marine, in a statement. “Integrating solar production onto an existing floating structure represents a significant technical step forward, opening new perspectives for marinas.”

A dock transformed into an energy-producing asset

Beyond its energy output, the installation represents a fundamental shift in how marina infrastructure is conceived. The dock is no longer a passive mooring platform, but an active energy hub capable of producing and distributing electricity directly at the point of use.

The energy generated feeds high-capacity charging stations installed on the dock, including dedicated systems for electric boats, reinforcing the Yacht Club’s commitment to sustainable maritime operations.

From innovation forum to real-world deployment

This project stems directly from the Yacht Club de Monaco’s wider innovation ecosystem, including initiatives such as the Monaco Smart & Sustainable Marina Rendezvous, which promotes practical solutions for the future of marinas.

One Concept Marine participated in recent editions of the forum, where initial exchanges with YCM teams led to the development of the project. What began as a conceptual discussion quickly evolved into a fully operational installation within just a few months—highlighting the Yacht Club’s ability to turn ideas into concrete infrastructure.

Installed on 7th April, the system is currently awaiting grid connection, with an official launch expected in the coming weeks in the presence of both partners.

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Photo source: Press Yacht Club de Monaco, One Concept Marine