Together with ULYSSIA’s senior team, including Founder, Frank Binder, local Monaco resident guests had the rare opportunity to hear directly from the visionaries shaping ULYSSIA as she approaches an exciting milestone, the beginning of her build process. Stay tuned for more on how world-class collaborations - with partners like Chenot, EYOS Expeditions, VistaJet and Blacklane - will define life on board. Notably its aviation partner VistaJet gives residents access to a global fleet of jets, ensuring seamless travel and unparalleled cabin comfort. Moreover, ULYSSIA boasts two onboard helicopters. Not only do they facilitate epic adventures like flightseeing, heli-skiing and ice field reconnaissance, but they also offer residents swift transit in the event of a medical evacuation.
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“Our community enjoys a front-row seat to the remote places we visit,
witnessing first-hand their challenges and issues. While experiencing exceptional adventures, services,
accommodations and amenities, our community will leave a positive legacy. Philanthropy is at the core of our company's values.”

“This will be the first vessel ever built that will have single accommodation for all crew, from dishwasher to
captain. We want to make sure we can recruit the very best crew from all over the world by providing excellent welfare and training on board. Before arriving, we educate our community by bringing in experts in various fields - art, archaeology, finance, government. We
discuss history, current events and future trends, offering residents a deep immersion into each country we visit.”
- Alain J Gruber
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​THE ART OF MAURIZIO CATTELAN AND YURI ANCARANI, (above) THE DESIGN VISION OF HANNES PEER, AND THE CONTEMPORARY INTERPRETATION OF PAOLO STELLA HONORED IN THE NEW SECTION OF THE MARMOMAC BEST COMMUNICATOR AWARD IN COLLABORATION WITH FORBES.

In the Exhibitors section, companies I Conci, DDchem, and Verzu won respectively in the Natural Stone, Technology, and Visions categories. A Special Mention by IUSVE – awarded by the Exhibition Design class of the Salesian University Institute of Venice – went to Furrer. Presenting the awards were Federico Bricolo, President of Veronafiere, and Adolfo Rebughini, General Manager of Veronafiere.

The stage of The Plus Theatre hosted today the award ceremony for the 17th edition of the Marmomac Best Communicator Award, which this year inaugurated a new collaboration with Forbes. The partnership extends the recognition not only to the best exhibitors at the fair but also to leading cultural figures – both Italian and international – who in 2025 have successfully communicated marble and natural stone to a broad and diverse audience through their projects.

Heading the trio of honorees in the new “Forbes Selection” section is Maurizio Cattelan. The eclectic and provocative artist presented, within his exhibition Seasons (on view in Bergamo until 26 October), two works entirely made of Carrara marble. “His works are not only a moment of reflection on the cyclical nature of life and history, on the transformations of the individual and society, but also the result of an extraordinary synergy between artistic intuition and advanced robotic technology, capable of generating strong communicative and symbolic impact,” reads the jury’s statement. The jury included Silvia Nani, design editor of Corriere della Sera, Manuela Mimosa Ravasio of La Repubblica, Alessandro Mauro Rossi, editor-in-chief of Forbes Italia, and Aurelio Chinellato, professor of Exhibition Design at IUSVE.

Cattelan, not present in person, sent instead a recording of his own voice paired with a replica of his head, sculpted for the occasion by Litix, a leader in robotic sculpture and exhibitor at Marmomac: “Since I couldn’t be there in person, I decided to send my head sculpted by a robot. It seemed the most convenient way to be present without risking too long a speech.”

The award for design went to Hannes Peer, the South Tyrolean architect, for his installation Crash – presented with Margraf at the 2025 Salone del Mobile – praised for being “capable of shifting the role of natural stone from purely decorative to a dynamic narrative element, evoking fragility, impact, and transformation.” Described by Il Sole 24 Ore as “the architect who teaches us to un-align our gaze,” Peer collected the award in person, emphasizing his deep connection with marble: “They called me the apostle of marble. With this project I wanted to make stone dynamic. I transformed surfaces, turned them into wallpaper, experimenting with its three-dimensionality.”
For Paolo Stella, lifestyle influencer and creative director of @suonarestella, this was his debut at the event: “For me, marble is the material of choice. Through my projects, I enjoyed using design to respond to some of my obsessions related to home décor. For a natural stone enthusiast, being at a fair like this is like a child in a playground. This is my first time at Marmomac, but certainly not my last.” In 2025, Stella launched the furniture lines COM|PLE|MEN|TARE and POR|TAN|TE. “By employing a wide variety of natural stones, he gave the material a daily yet elegant dimension, interpreting its versatility in an authentically personal way.”

A special anniversary mention was awarded to Yuri Ancarani, the only honoree recognized for a work created 15 years ago but still resonating globally in the art world. Presented at the 67th Venice International Film Festival, his short film Il Capo – shot entirely in the Gemeg quarries – “powerfully and poetically captured the essence of quarry work, highlighting the human, material, and identity dimension of marble and those who extract it.” For the 2025 edition, Marmomac dedicated a daily screening of Il Capo at The Plus Theatre. “I am convinced that art remains the most advanced language of communication. That makes me even prouder of this recognition, which – together with the daily projection of my short film – has truly celebrated the meaning of the work we all carry forward,” commented Ancarani.

In the Exhibitors section, selecting the winners was no easy task. The jury examined more than 80 exhibitors, shortlisted to 15 finalists across the Vision, Technology, and Natural Stone categories. Among them, Verzu, DDChem, and I Conci stood out for narrative coherence, audience engagement, and visual storytelling quality, earning the award in their respective categories.

Finally, the IUSVE Special Mention was awarded to Furrer for “the ability to combine – with elegance and innovation – physical, tactile, interactive, and visual completeness within its display, creating a multisensory experience that narrated both product and brand identity.”

Isoclima Group Sponsors Monaco Yacht Show 2025 and Leads Dialogue on the Future of
Yachting with Exclusive Advanced Glass

Conference
Isoclima Group, global leader in advanced transparent solutions, announces it will sponsor the Monaco Yacht Show 2025, the world’s premier stage for superyacht innovation and excellence.
As part of this prestigious partnership, Isoclima will host an exclusive conference,
“Advanced Glass: The New Language of Yachting” on Thursday, September 25, 2025, at
5:30 PM, followed by a private networking cocktail.

This high-level event will bring together influential voices from across the superyacht ecosystem to explore how innovation, sustainability and design ambition are converging to reshape the future of yachting. The discussion will focus on how evolving owner expectations, lifestyle trends and generational shifts are redefining the very essence of ultra-luxury and how advanced glazing technologies are unlocking new possibilities in yacht design, performance and sustainability.

A Vision for the Future of Yachting
“The Monaco Yacht Show is the world’s stage for innovation and excellence in
superyachting. As proud sponsors of this year’s edition, we wanted to create a space
where industry’s visionary voices could come together to reflect on the opportunities and
challenges that will shape the next chapter of our sector,” said Liviana Forza, CEO of
Isoclima Group. “Luxury today is about meaning, connection and experiences that reflect
the values of current and new generations of owners. At Isoclima, we see transparency as
a defining element of this evolution, enabling design freedom, enhanced safety and
comfort and measurable environmental performance.”

“Our participation in this 2025 edition is about vision, technology and collective progress,”
said Giancarlo Perlini, Chief Business Development, Marketing & Sustainability
Officer at Isoclima Group. “Working closely with the world’s top brands gives us both the
opportunity and responsibility to help drive the industry’s evolution. We aim to turn vision
into reality through advanced glass that delivers safety, performance and beauty, ensuring
that bold design ambitions translate into meaningful progress for the yachting ecosystem.”

Speakers Line-Up
The panel will feature a curated group of distinguished voices representing design,
shipbuilding, sustainability, and technological innovation, including:
● Lorenzo Pollicardo, SYBAss
● Carlo Nuvolari, Nuvolari-Lenard
● Antonio Santella, Sanlorenzo
● Elisabetta Poli, Isoclima Group
The session will be moderated by Giancarlo Perlini and will open with a keynote address
by Isoclima Group CEO Liviana Forza.

Event Details
Thursday, 25 September 2025 – 5:30 PM
Where: Isoclima Conference Hall, Monaco Yacht Show Exhibition Area
The conference will conclude with an invitation-only networking cocktail, providing a
unique opportunity for direct dialogue and relationship building among top industry
stakeholders.

www.isoclimagroup.com/
Isoclima Group sets the benchmark in advanced glazing solutions for the yachting
industry, combining design, safety and performance at the highest level. Every product is
crafted to meet the unique demands of luxury vessels, ensuring elegance without
compromise. Isoclima true strength lies in cross sector synergies: technologies developed
for defence & security, aerospace, high performance cars, rail and security architecture
converge to elevate the onboard experience. With Isoclima, innovation goes beyond
boundaries delivering transparent excellence tailored for those who expect nothing but the
best.

Image - Hermes Gehnen. All images courtesy of N25 Caviar. 

The founder and managing director Hermes Gehnen frequently visited Michelin star restaurants around the world during his studies in university. When he discovered that the best caviar is farmed in China, coupled with his passion for fine food, Hermes went on the search for the best sturgeon farms.

Experimenting with the maturation process with a refrigerator in his dorm room, Hermes developed and
refined his unique method for ageing caviar that enhances and highlights the elegant natural flavours of
caviar. Over the years, the style has been refined and made even more elegant and pure.

From then on, the brand gained global recognition from countless acclaimed chefs and industry figures: N25
Caviar became a symbol of excellence in the haute cuisine world. Today, the brand operates from its
headquarters and laboratories in Germany and its caviar is served at over 200 Michelin-star restaurants across
the globe.

​More Than Caviar: The Community Behind N25

At first glance, N25 is known for producing some of the world’s most exceptional caviar. But for the chefs who work with the brand, N25 represents something more, a global community built on shared values, long-term collaboration, and a deep respect for craft. Whether in London, Munich, or Singapore, N25 has created a network where chefs feel supported, inspired, and genuinely connected.

Bringing Chefs Together: The 4 Hands Dinners

A signature part of this vision is the brand’s four-hands dinners. Curated culinary collaborations that bring together N25 chef ambassadors with peers from around the world. These events are not just showcases of talent, but also acts of exchange, friendship, and discovery.

Recent examples include:
● Dorian x Ynyshir, a bold, flavour-forward meeting of minds in London
● Ikoyi x JAN, blending the precision of Jan Hartwig with the innovation of Jeremy
Chan
● Tisane x Cycene, a dialogue between two emerging voices in contemporary dining

Each of these dinners becomes a moment of cultural crossover, powered by shared creativity and the subtle salinity of N25 caviar.

Quote from Max Coen, Dorian
‘’N25 is a supporter of sourcing the best and most unique base ingredient, then applying the
same thinking to this to achieve a unique result that no others can match. This is very similar
to the way we work at Dorian. For us every tin is complex, perfect and full of flavour. A trait I
would use describe to the food at Dorian.’’

Beyond the kitchen, N25 nurtures its network through informal gatherings that allow chefs to simply connect, unwind, and celebrate each other. In January 2024, the brand hosted a Chef Social at BiBi in London, gathering longstanding clients and friends around a tasting menu that honoured the start of a new season. A year later, Tuna Fight Club provided the setting for another memorable event, with caviar, sake,
and good energy flowing in equal measure.

Quote from Chet Sharma, BiBi

‘’What sets N25 apart is Hermes’s meticulous caviar maturation. Eggs are shipped to
Germany, cured, then aged at sub-zero temperatures with species-specific precision,
sometimes for months. Select clients can have caviar aged to their specifications. At my first
tasting with Hermes, I discovered flavours in caviar I hadn’t known existed.
Working with N25 means joining a community built on passion, precision, and respect for
quality. The partnership is personal, with options to age caviar to clients’ specifications,
reflecting trust and collaboration.N25’s story, from sourcing specific farms to a patient ageing
process, aligns with values of authenticity and sustainability. Being part of the N25
community means embracing excellence, innovation, and a shared vision to elevate fine
dining through caviar.

These are not typical industry events, they are ‘’family-style’’ moments. A way to say thank
you, stay connected, and remind everyone that behind every tin of caviar is a group of
people who care deeply about what they’re building.

A Community, Not a Client List
For N25, excellence in caviar is only the beginning. What defines the brand is its commitment to building something lasting with the chefs it works with. The collaborations are genuine, the events are personal, and the goal is clear to create a community where quality, trust, and vision are shared.

Blue Wake™ Awards 2025:winners recognised for theirsustainable solutions in yachting
Last night at Le Méridien Beach Plaza in Monaco, the five winners of the Monaco Yacht Show’s inaugural Blue Wake™ Awards 2025 were revealed during the Grand Opening Night, attended by 400 guests including Monaco officials, sponsors, exhibitors, private clients, and industry leaders.

Four companies and one superyacht were recognised for credible, high-impact sustainable solutions across yacht design, engineering, and the on-board experience. Developed with support from the Water Revolution Foundation, the awards highlight MYS’s commitment to advancing environmental responsibility in yachting.

Submissions were rigorously evaluated across four environmental focus areas, backed by data and, where possible, third-party verification. Only the most innovative and impactful solutions were shortlisted, setting a new benchmark for sustainability in the superyacht sector.

The 2025 Blue Wake™ Award winners are:
• Tenders / Water Toys: Tykun
• Luxury Products & Services: Tai Ping
• Nautical Supplier: Deasyl
• Refit / Builder Shipyard: Sanlorenzo
• Special Jury Award: Reduce, catamaran by Silver Yachts

The Blue Wake™ programme is sponsored by Siemens Energy with the support of
Water Revolution Foundation.

The Monaco Yacht Show is an annual international exhibition dedicated to the world of luxury yachting. Created in 1991, it takes place at the end of September in the Port Hercule of Monaco.

The MYS is divided into two main exhibition areas: afloat and on the quayside. Afloat, nearly 120 superyachts, including around 40 world premieres, and over 60 tenders are displayed by the most renowned builders and brokers in the market.

Nearly 560 handpicked companies present their products and services in the yachting industry, including designers, naval architects, equipment suppliers, yacht service providers, and tender manufacturers.

The Monaco Yacht Show is renowned for the exceptional quality and impressive size of its superyachts. The event attracts private visitors interested in purchasing or chartering superyachts, as well as market experts. The show is also committed to promoting innovative and sustainable solutions for yachting.

The MYS is organised under the High Patronage of His Serene Highness Prince Albert II of Monaco.

Monaco welcomes the Fundraising Gala on the 22nd Septembe hosted by CEO and President of https://jaboyproductions.com, during the Monaco Yacht Show.
VIP Gala details, and VIP tickets, www.eventbrite.com/2595758709

Location: Le Meridien Beach Plaza - Monaco
Attire:     Cocktail Attire
DJ: TMP DJ
Violinist: Margherita Valente
Ballet Performance by: Joy Womack
Fashion show featuring:  Maison Angelann

THIS BREAKTHROUGH CONCEPT IS THE RESULT OF A MULTI-YEAR R&D INVESTMENT BY ROYAL HUISMAN, RONDAL, COR D. ROVER DESIGN AND ARTEMIS TECHNOLOGIES .

Sustainability takes a new tack - Meet AERA

A wing sail and fuel cell energy answer today’s clean cruising demands, wrapped in a dynamic package fit for tomorrow. The shipyard celebrated for building the first hybrid superyacht leaps ahead with a concept utilizing an entire toolbox of cutting-edge technologies to boost efficiency and cut emissions. In 2009, Royal Huisman delivered Ethereal, the world’s first hybrid superyacht requiring a fraction of the energy of comparable yachts. Today, the shipyard unveils a 50m / 164ft concept yacht at the confluence of trailblazing technology, stunning design, and sailing excitement. AERA looks at the sustainability question in a new way, blending the latest technology to redefine cruising in comfort for yachts under 500GT.

AERA, the groundbreaking hybrid catamaran that redefines sustainability offering her owner a near zero-emission option by combining wind power with electricity from a battery storage system charged by hydro generators or a hydrogen fuel cell. For longer voyages batteries can be charged by gensets running on HVO.

he thought behind the concept, as Royal Huisman CEO Jan Timmerman puts it, is to make sailing more accessible. "We know from research that sailing yachts don’t set the sails in full that much of the time, especially when they are going short distances between harbors. For some sailing superyachts, running lines, hoisting, and adjusting all sails can take half an hour or more. Additionally, the yacht requires a skilled sailing crew plus an interior team to secure furniture and other objects. For a short cruise to the next bay, we understand that it may not seem worthwhile.”

“The exterior DNA of the concept is heavily inspired by traditional as well as modern lattice bridges.” — Cor D. Rover, the designer of AERA