Championing the exceptional: details of the 2024 edition of The Honours revealed

Encountering undeniable success in its first year, the second edition of The Honours is now fast approaching: The Superyacht Life Foundation and Monaco Yacht Show are excited to reveal more details as we eagerly await the unveiling of the exceptional people behind the 2024 Honourees.

The exclusive event will this year take place on the eve of the 2024 Monaco Yacht Show on 24 September, and once again will focus on the most impactful and inspiring people within the superyacht industry. The impatience was palpable last year as guests prepared to hear the inaugural Honourees: the beautiful evening spotlighting stories within a setting that inspired memorable moments, surrounded by experiential art in an impressive Monegasque gallery.

This year, the expert panel of judges - esteemed figures with a wealth of experience across eight different sectors, received almost 300 nominations from across the yachting industry: from start-up founders, business and thought leaders, to yacht owners and foundation initiators, a breadth of stories inspired them as they narrowed down the selection further and further, letting the three laureates emerge. From the curated shortlist of exceptional nominees, we witnessed tales of extraordinary determination towards shaping a positive superyachting community, whilst rippling impact at a societal level. 2024’s nominations were carefully analysed through the criteria of: impact and achievement, leadership and influence, service and commitment to the industry and society at large, innovation and creativity, and last but not least integrity and character of each individual.

The innovative, first-ever evening concept was conceived with a simple goal in mind: to shift the spotlight away from the well-celebrated yachts and shine it on the extraordinary humans of the superyacht industry who are doing extraordinary things.

Created by The Superyacht Life Foundation in association with the Monaco Yacht Show, and sponsored by Agusta, Feadship, Fred, Jetex, Richard Mille, Sanlorenzo and automative partner Mercedes-Maybach, this year’s guests will be hosted in an iconic venue, Salle des Étoiles, Monte-Carlo Sporting. The experiential-style evening of The Honours will contribute further to the magic and be themed around the fascinating life stories of the three Honourees, with esteemed guests given the opportunity to meet face-to-face.

Each Honouree will, once again, be presented with a coveted Bowsprit award, crafted by Preciosa in carbon and crystal glass; a symbol of the ripple effect of their actions, of those at the cutting edge, charting a new course and gathering momentum behind them as the waves of their actions propagate and spread.

Gaëlle Tallarida, Managing Director of the Monaco Yacht Show: “The exceptional people in our industry are a testament to its extraordinary nature. I am thrilled to celebrate these individuals alongside the yachts on display in Port Hercule once again this year. From exploration and craftsmanship to sustainability and philanthropy, the stories emerging from the yachting community reflect true success of impact on the wider world.”

Dilan Saraç, Executive Director of The Superyacht Life Foundation: “I’m thrilled about the second edition of The Honours – a vital opportunity to highlight the incredible individuals in our industry who are driving positive change toward creating a brighter, more compassionate, and more regenerative future. I can’t wait to share their inspiring stories and give them the recognition they truly deserve.”