In a few days, Monaco will host the first edition of the World Yachting Summit, an unmissable international event dedicated to the future of yachting. Nautic Times, as official media partner, will be the protagonist of this new initiative, bringing its authoritative voice to the global yachting scene.
From 15 to 17 April 2025, the beating heart of the Principality will host the World Yachting Summit, an event that aims to become a landmark for the entire yachting industry. This innovative format is designed to bring together the industry’s key players: builders, designers, investors, ship owners, tourism developers and technology players.
The World Yachting Summit will be held at the prestigious Monte-Carlo Bay Hotel & Resort and will be attended by a selection of experts from around the world. Among the protagonists will be CEOs of shipyards, yacht designers, marina and tourist destination developers, as well as leading figures from the legal, financial and environmental sustainability sectors.
The aim of the event is to chart new directions for the marine industry, addressing global challenges with a focus on innovation, sustainability and economic development.
The key themes of the World Yachting Summit
Il programma del World Yachting Summit 2025 è diviso in due grandi aree tematiche, ognuna delle quali affronta aspetti cruciali per il futuro della nautica:
- Business & Tourism: strategies for the growth of nautical markets, valorisation of territories and innovative business models.
- Technology & Sustainability: solutions for greener boating, energy transition, green propulsion and responsible resource management.
In addition, four macro-themes will guide the debates and speakers’ interventions:
- Business perspectives – Changing paradigms
- Tourism and boating: recipes for success
- Technological Advances – The Road to Net-Zero
- Challenges Ahead – Reinventing Yachting
Outstanding international speakers and contributions
The World Yachting Summit will host some of the industry’s most influential players, including:
- Francis Lapp (Sunreef Yachts)
- Arjen van Elk (Feadship)
- Nicola Pomi (Volvo Penta)
- Tobias Kohl (Rolls-Royce Solutions)
- Dan Lenard (Nuvolari Lenard)
- Espen Øino (Espen Øino International)
- Nicolas Boulet (Michelin/WISAMO)
- Jean-François Guitard (Sky Valet)
- David Seal (Yachts for Sale)
The official opening will be given by Olivier Wenden, Vice-President and Director General of the Prince Albert II Foundation, who will emphasise the importance of uniting the world of boating with environmental protection.
World Yachting Summit Strategic Partnerships
The launch of the World Yachting Summit in Monaco is made possible through partnerships with M3, a Monaco-based marine consultancy, and OMNIYAT, a Dubai-based luxury real estate developer. Moreover, the next edition of the Summit will be held in 2026 in the United Arab Emirates, a clear sign of its international vocation.
José Marco Casellini, CEO of M3, said: “It is through discussion that ideas for the future of boating are born. The WYS will be a catalyst for change and innovation.”
Nautic Times alongside innovation
Nautic Times is excited to support this new initiative as an official media partner. With our multilingual editorial staff and our strong presence at boat shows throughout Europe, we will be witnesses and narrators of the most significant developments of this historic event.
The World Yachting Summit is a unique opportunity to network with key industry decision makers, discover new technologies and trends, develop global business opportunities and contribute to a more sustainable future for yachting.
An unmissable event not only for industry professionals, but also for those who see the sea as an opportunity for innovation, culture and economic growth.
When and where
- When: 15-17 April 2025
- Where: Monte-Carlo Bay Hotel & Resort, Monaco
- Info and programme: worldyachtingsummit.com
