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Jun

Malizia Explorer Christened in Monaco by Dr Sylvia Earle and Prince Albert II

Team Malizia proudly announces the christening of its sailing research vessel, Malizia Explorer, in a ceremony held this afternoon at the Yacht Club de Monaco (YCM). Pierre Casiraghi and Boris Herrmann were joined by the ship's godmother, Dr Sylvia Earle who christened the vessel with HSH Prince Albert II of Monaco. This event marks a significant milestone in the team's ongoing mission to advance Ocean science and climate action.

by Holly Cova

Malizia Explorer arrived in Monaco earlier today where she was christened by Dr Sylvia Earle and Prince Albert II of Monaco

Malizia Explorer arrived in Monaco earlier today where she was christened by Dr Sylvia Earle and Prince Albert II of Monaco

© Marie Lefloch / Team Malizia

Malizia Explorer received a 4-star certification from the SEA Index®

Malizia Explorer received a 4-star certification from the SEA Index®

© Martin Messmer | Yacht Club de Monaco

Dr Sylvia Earle cutting the ribbon to christen the boat with a champagne bottle

Dr Sylvia Earle cutting the ribbon to christen the boat with a champagne bottle

© Marie Lefloch / Team Malizia

Boris Herrmann, Pierre Casiraghi, Prince Albert II of Monaco, Prof Dr Antje Boetius, Prof Dr Katja Matthes, Peter Eckhardt from Laeisz, and the crew of Malizia Explorer

Boris Herrmann, Pierre Casiraghi, Prince Albert II of Monaco, Prof Dr Antje Boetius, Prof Dr Katja Matthes, Peter Eckhardt from Laeisz, and the crew of Malizia Explorer

© Marie Lefloch / Team Malizia

World-renowned oceanographer, explorer, and Ocean ambassador Dr Sylvia Earle christened Malizia Explorer

World-renowned oceanographer, explorer, and Ocean ambassador Dr Sylvia Earle christened Malizia Explorer

© Marie Lefloch / Team Malizia

Malizia Explorer in front of the Oceanographic Museum of Monaco

Malizia Explorer in front of the Oceanographic Museum of Monaco

© Martin Messmer | Yacht Club de Monaco

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