NEWS & INSIGHTS
Ideas, events.
Industry perspectives.
News from M3 Monaco and the marina, yacht club and waterfront community.
New Materials
This article summarises the New Materials workshop held on 20 September 2026 at the Monaco Smart & Sustainable Marina Rendezvous. Participants discussed recycled pontoons, alternatives to EPS, mycelium,…
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The roadmap to marina standards
Marina standards deliver value when they guide daily operations. M3 explores how owners can connect assessment, investment priorities and measurable improvements.
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M3 Monaco and Starship Sign Partnership for a Marina and Yacht Club Project in Hong Kong
M3 Monaco and Starship sign a partnership to support a marina and yacht club project in Hong Kong, alongside Edwin Ho and the Starship team.
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Egypt’s Yachting Ambitions at the Monaco Smart Marina Rendezvous
Egypt’s yachting ambitions connect policy, investment and marina operations. M3 examines what developers and public authorities need to turn that ambition into workable destinations.
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M3 Monaco and Raunautica Announce Strategic Collaboration
M3 Monaco and Raunautica, part of RNY Group, announce a strategic collaboration supporting marina development and the evolution of the sector.
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Customer Experience Under Pressure: What Monaco’s Racing Season Teaches Yacht Clubs and Marinas
Peak events expose the strengths and weaknesses of a yacht club’s service model. M3 translates lessons from Monaco’s racing season into practical operating and pre-opening priorities.
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Why certifications and standard matters?
A certification is useful when its scope, evidence and improvement actions are clear. M3 explains how owners can choose a relevant framework and connect it to operational priorities.
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Beyond Berths: Why the Future of Waterfronts Depends on Understanding the Superyacht Market
A larger berth is only one part of a superyacht destination. M3 explores how market evidence, operating requirements and the waterfront experience should shape development decisions.
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What Does a Visiting Yacht Actually Leave Behind?
A yacht visit creates activity beyond the berth invoice. M3 sets out how destinations can assess that contribution without confusing marina revenue, local spending and wider economic effects.
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From Blue Economy Ambition to Marina Action: Why S3 Matters
Blue economy ambitions need a practical delivery plan. M3 explores how assessment, operational readiness and a phased improvement roadmap can help marinas and yacht clubs move into action.
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