Monaco Yacht Show opens with 43 world premieres
By Zak Jackson, MonacoViews Editorial
The 35th Monaco Yacht Show brings 120 superyachts to Port Hercule, with 43 vessels making their global debut this week.
Port Hercule takes centre stage this week as the 35th Monaco Yacht Show opens its 2026 edition, running Wednesday through Saturday with 120 superyachts lining the quays. The show kicked off on Wednesday, 23 September with a full day of press conferences and world premieres, showcasing 43 newly delivered vessels making their global debut alongside established superyachts returning after major refits.
This year's charter segment represents the largest in the show's history, with leading vessels like the 102.4-metre Nixie among the most prominent presences on the water during the four-day event. For those considering a large-scale private charter, the show provides a rare opportunity to step aboard and compare vessels of this exceptional scale in a single location.
For Monaco residents and property owners, the Yacht Show's annual arrival marks one of the busiest periods on the Principality's calendar, drawing yacht enthusiasts and industry professionals from across the globe to experience the latest in superyacht design and innovation.