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Gaëlle Tallarida , Managing Director of the MYS : “ When the MYS joined the Carbon Neutral programme in 2005 , we were already hell-bent on raising environmental awareness . The MYS later joined the Prince Albert II of Monaco Foundation in 2010 to support their eco-friendly projects . Might I remind you that the yachting industry had barely started taking on a “ green attitude ” at the time . Our pioneering approach to sustainability in organising the show , which began 18 years ago , now extends to a new dedicated exhibition at the MYS .
The MYS constitutes one of the industry ’ s major voices ; a share of social responsibility that we fully assume today . Therefore , the Sustainability Hub was an obvious and logical next step for the Monaco Yacht Show . This brand new area dedicated to eco-friendly yachting alternatives is part of our sustainability programme , which is set to be extended to the logistics and layout of the entire show , here in the port of Monaco . We intend to provide support to all those involved – exhibitors , service providers and visitors alike – whilst exploring concrete solutions to environmental problems .”
Robert Van Tol , Executive Director of the Water Revolution Foundation : “ The creation of the Sustainability Hub is a crucial achievement . The Monaco Yacht Show has once again consolidated its leading position in the field , whilst highlighting the Water Revolution Foundation ’ s expertise in terms of sustainability . Thus , the show ’ s new exhibition area is designed to showcase forms of technology that will bring concrete improvements to the world of yachting . We are making every effort to find , verify , promote and reward sustainable solutions , whilst encouraging their use and bringing about much needed change .”
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