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PRESS KIT
ANTIBES CELEBRATES YACHTING 2015
An exceptional moment, simple and unique,
to share with all those who participate in the yachting industry everyday.
Press Kit ACY - www.antibescelebratesyachting.com
ASAP : c/o Dolphin Wear – 7 avenue Mirabeau – 06600 Antibes
Contacts press : Sophie Mordelet - 06.64.65.78.88 – Muriel Penoty – [email protected]
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SUMMARY
1. CONCEPT PRESENTATION............................................……………................................................ 3
2. WHY ANTIBES CELEBRATES YACHTING?....................................................................................4
3. THE PARTNERS AND THE PARTICIPANTS...................................................................................5
a) Partners from the Yachting Industry.....................................................................................5
b) Non yachting partners..........................................................................................................7
c) Participants............................................................................................................................8
4. THE MEETING AREAS..............………...........................................................................................9
5. THE PROGRAM............................................…...…….................................................................10
6. ORGANISATION & CONTACTS..................................................................................................12
Press Kit ACY - www.antibescelebratesyachting.com
ASAP : c/o Dolphin Wear – 7 avenue Mirabeau – 06600 Antibes
Contacts press : Sophie Mordelet - 06.64.65.78.88 – Muriel Penoty – [email protected]
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1.
CONCEPT PRESENTATION
"Antibes Celebrates Yachting! "Is an event that came about 'at the last minute' by the Antibes
professionals of the Yachting industry, at the request and in partnership with the Port Vauban and
the City of Antibes.
Antibes Celebrates Yachting is not a show but aims to be a festival dedicated to the yachting industry
in general, the Captains and crews.
The yachting history and the history of the port of Antibes have been closely linked for nearly 50
years. Facing the loss of another event in the yachting calendar, it's the opportunityfor the city of
Antibes and its professionals to honour their industry and to welcome the international yachting.
Antibes Celebrates Yachting is a professional meeting organized around four major themes:
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A meeting between professionals and captains on a speed dating concept
An employment and services forum for crews
Useful and interactive seminars for captains and professionals
A permanent friendship opened to the yachting industry in communion with the city and
the citizens Antibes
Antibes Celebrates Yachting is the opportunity for the Port Vauban and the City of Antibes to express
their commitment to the business and crews in yachting and to present its new vision for the future
of the Port.
Antibes Celebrates Yachting is a new concept that will bring together captains, crews and
professional yachting at a perfect date.
Antibes Celebrates Yachting truly launches the season, before the Genoa and Palma Shows allowing
everyone to optimize its movements, contacts and needs.
Antibes Celebrates Yachting is organized by ASAP (Association for the Support of development and
activities of the Port of Antibes), a non-profit association founded in 2012 by the yachting
professionals in Antibes to support and contribute to the planning and development of the port of
Antibes.
Press Kit ACY - www.antibescelebratesyachting.com
ASAP : c/o Dolphin Wear – 7 avenue Mirabeau – 06600 Antibes
Contacts press : Sophie Mordelet - 06.64.65.78.88 – Muriel Penoty – [email protected]
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2. WHY ANTIBES CELEBRATES YACHTING?
ACY is not an event planned in advance but a real last minute challenge faced by the ASAP at the
request of the Port and the City of Antibes.
On the occasion of the ASAP's General Assembly on February 5th, the announcement made by M.
Pauget regarding the failure of the Antibes Yacht Show's organizer and therefore its cancellation
created a spontaneous movement of dissatisfaction and reactions in the professional world of
Yachting Antibes.
For the last 2 years, the decline of the Antibes Yacht Show was well known. The organization of
the 2015 edition was hypothetical, since very few companies were contacted and no
communication had been made on the potential realisation of this exhibition.
However the absence of Antibes in international yachting calendar has emerged as unacceptable
to the Industry.
It would have been easy to do nothing considering the remaining time to the scheduled dates and
lack of structure and budgets to organise anything.
However, in a few days, ASAP designed a realistic and potentially feasible event concept that can
compensate for the situation. More focused on professional, lighter in terms of structure and
organization, more user friendly and more attractive for crews. Validated by the harbor and city
on February 9th, the last remaining question was whether this concept was reliable logistically
and financially.
The immediate and spontaneous response and mobilization of many players in the industry,
companies of all sizes and from all backgrounds (yacht managements, crew management, marine
electricity, supply, freight, etc ...) made it possible to confirm holding the event on February 26th.
Originally planned without the presence of Yachts, the support of the major broker's association
(MYBA) and the one of the IYCA quickly allowed to add a "Yacht" component to the event, which
will now host boats. Spontaneous initiatives and supports from all sides and almost every day
promise unexpected and unthinkable animations and conviviality which would have been still
unconsidered a few weeks ago.
Seminars, workshops crews safety demonstration, “petanque” competition dedicated to
Captains, professional exchanges, interaction with shopkeepers and Antibes city ...
No doubt, on April 24th and 25th,
Antibes will celebrate yachting!
Press Kit ACY - www.antibescelebratesyachting.com
ASAP : c/o Dolphin Wear – 7 avenue Mirabeau – 06600 Antibes
Contacts press : Sophie Mordelet - 06.64.65.78.88 – Muriel Penoty – [email protected]
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3. PARTNERS AND PARTICIPANTS
Any participant or partner pays a fee from € 1,000 to € 6.000 depending on their size, wish
and exposure.
Some partners or companies also took over some of the expenses in order to show their
support for this event.
All responded with exceptional responsiveness and enthusiasm thus demonstrating the
commitment of the yachting industry in the port and the city of Antibes and the dynamism of
this industry. They also proposed additional activities, to sponsor certain events and even help
in the organization:
The city of Antibes Juan les Pins, the Port Vauban, the IYCA (International Yacht Club
d'Antibes - Quay Camille Rayon) were the first to show their support and provide technical
and logistical assistance allowing the realisation and implementation of the event confirming
with this process their new and future vision for the Port.
Press Kit ACY - www.antibescelebratesyachting.com
ASAP : c/o Dolphin Wear – 7 avenue Mirabeau – 06600 Antibes
Contacts press : Sophie Mordelet - 06.64.65.78.88 – Muriel Penoty – [email protected]
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a) Partners from the Yachting Industry
Hill Robinson - Yacht Management & Crew : Antibes – World - 40 pers.
The company was part of the creation for the ASAP, it offers a complete range of services to yacht
owners, operational management, financial and tehnical support as well as management for new
builds, refits, crew management and charter as well.
Monaco Marine – Chantiers navals: PACA region– 300 pers.
Since its arrival in Port Vauban, the shipyard joined the ASAP. Its 6 naval shipyard located from La
Ciotat to Monaco are inevitable for owners, they allow to do regular maintenance but also refit of
units of all sizes.
Northrop & Johnson – Brokerage and Yacht Management: Antibes -World
With over a dozen offices worldwide, the company offers services of brokerage, charter, assistance to
new builds, crew placement and other resources.
Riviera Yachting Network –Association of professionals : Région PACA
The Riviera Yachting Network is an association with mission to spread the know-how and the
expertise worldwide known of its members settled on the Cote d'Azur. Its 80 companies represent
the various professions of yachting.
MYBA: This association of Internationnal Professional rallies some of the biggest yacht brokers of the
Mediterranean (Mediterranean Yacht Brokers Association) and contributes to the organisation of
renown events in the Yachting Industry.
Compositeworks – Naval Refit Shipyard – La Ciotat – 90 employees
Originally founded to build carbon sailing boats, Compositeworks soon recognised that there was a
strong demand in the large yacht refit sector. Today CW is the fastest growing refit shipyard in the
Med and proposes a comprehensive range of services from mechanics to paint jobs, interior design
and carpentry.
Press Kit ACY - www.antibescelebratesyachting.com
ASAP : c/o Dolphin Wear – 7 avenue Mirabeau – 06600 Antibes
Contacts press : Sophie Mordelet - 06.64.65.78.88 – Muriel Penoty – [email protected]
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Froggy Gourmet: Antibes – 3 pers
This yacht provisioning company is based in Antibes. It offers a great variety of gourmet products
which enable chefs to find inspiration and the means to created the most refined dishes.
Roni Fleurs: Antibes and surroundings - 40 pers
Florists from father to sons and daughters since the 1800 years, this family company based in Antibes
and worldwide. Its teams ensure the floral decoration of numerous yachts and yachting events on the
French Riviera and well known thanks to its floral arrangement.
MY BUTLER: Young high end Concierge Company from Antibes, joins the challenge and takes over the
organization of the event gala dinner.
GMC (Global Marine Communications): The Cyprus based company will establish the technological
infrastructure to enable wireless access all throughout the site of the event.
b) Non Yachting Partners :
Real proof of the importance of a yachting event for the economy of the Town of Antibes, several
companies and associations have spontaneously showed their support and know-how for the event.
DPI Design : General communication agency, DPI does graphic design and all visual variation for the
event.
Imprimerie Fantino : The printer from Antibes support the event by doing most of the prints needed.
Antibes Cœur d’Azur : The Antibes shop owners' association intends to show how important yachting
is for the activity of its members by giving discounts and facilities to the visitors and participants of
the ACY. Hotels, restaurants, shops... will support and acccompany the event showing the strong link
between the town and the activity of the Port.
GD Agency : The web agency specialized in web sites with added value-strategies setting up elegant
sites, practical and effective in a few days upon confirmation of the event.
ELITE Car Rental with its 4 agencies on the French Riviera, the company proposes a whole range of
car rental from the category Fun & Cab to the Deluxe, there is something for everyone.
Press Kit ACY - www.antibescelebratesyachting.com
ASAP : c/o Dolphin Wear – 7 avenue Mirabeau – 06600 Antibes
Contacts press : Sophie Mordelet - 06.64.65.78.88 – Muriel Penoty – [email protected]
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c) Other Participants (16/03/2015) :
BLUEWATER YACHTING :
Antibes - Worldwide, management and training of crew.
CCI (Dir. of Marinas):
Management of 4 marinas of the French Riviera
CORKERS
Sophia Antipolis - Provisioning company specialised in fine wines and
champagne.
THE CREW GRAPEVINE :
Antibes, crew lodging on land.
DECKERS:
Antibes, Palma - Yacht crew uniforms providers
DOLPHIN WEAR :
Antibes, Palma - Yacht crew uniforms providers
FREEDOM MARITIME
Antibes- Chandlery and equipment for yachts.
GEPY
Antibes - Group of Professional Yachting Crew
GREMCO
Antibes - Retailer specialised in rigging for sailing boats.
KEY TO QUAY
Antibes - Concierge specialised in fine wines
MARINA DI STABIA
North of Capri, it's the new luxury marina of 900 berths from 8 to 100m.
MHG
Antibes -Insurance for crew and brokers.
MORLEY YACHTS
Monaco -Antibes - Brokerage, charter, sales and buying o f berths.
PANTAENIUS
Monaco - Insurance for yachts, crew members, transports ...
PEJOUT MARINE SERVICES Vallauris - Safety and security equipment for yachts.
PROF. YACHT ASS.(PYA)
Antibes, Worls, Crew professional association
MIROITERIE SABL'ART
Vallauris – conception, refit made with high quality glass.
SEASATCOM
Sophia Antipolis - TV and communications for yachts
SUD DIESEL MARINE
Carros - Retailer of mechanical parts.
SWIFT MARINE
Antibes - Logitisc and transport of yachts
TITAN FLEET
Golfe Juan - Brokerage, yacht management , Crew placement and
training.
TRASTOUR MARINE
Antibes - Parts and assembly of electrical equipment.
VIKING RECRUITMENT
Antibes , worldwide - Crew Placement.
WARSASH ACADEMY
United Kingdom -University of crew training.
WYCC
Luxembourg - Insurance dedicated for crew members.
XPACE
Antibes - Safety and security equipment for yachts.
YACHTS CHANDLERS
Antibes, worldwide- Sales and rentals of equipment for boats.
YACHTCHEFS.COM
Antibes – Chef training and management
YOUNG PROF. YACHTING Ass.Monaco, worldwide- Professional association
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Press Kit ACY - www.antibescelebratesyachting.com
ASAP : c/o Dolphin Wear – 7 avenue Mirabeau – 06600 Antibes
Contacts press : Sophie Mordelet - 06.64.65.78.88 – Muriel Penoty – [email protected]
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4.THE MEETING AREAS
The village in the Bastion St Jaume was designed to make it user friendly and open.
The yachting sectors are complementary but very different from each other, Antibes Celebrates
Yachting represents these sectors while integrating them into a single event.
1. The Welcoming Bar
The first tent will be the bar. There are no scheduled eatery, thus giving the opportunity for
Antibes restaurants and snack owner to offer a special "if they want" to participants of the event
(already 40 restaurants, bars and shops will do).
This tent will also house various provisioning companies present on the Mediterranean region.
They stand out one from another because of their different specialties (wine vintage wines,
delicatessen, fresh ...) and their availability (place and time of delivery, specialization in
geographic areas etc ..). This is an opportunity for owners, captains, hostesses, managers and
other decision makers to explore and discover new suppliers.
2. The Crew area
The Crew tent will host the companies dedicated to crew training, investment companies or crew
management or more specific services such as insurance and retirement insurance for crew ...
They are experts in their areas of activity, some of them with branches in other ports. Because
the event is taking place early in the season, for crew members it will be the right time to find the
job or the training that will allow them access to another position.
This will also be the opportunity for owners and masters to finalise their crew before starting the
summer.
Press Kit ACY - www.antibescelebratesyachting.com
ASAP : c/o Dolphin Wear – 7 avenue Mirabeau – 06600 Antibes
Contacts press : Sophie Mordelet - 06.64.65.78.88 – Muriel Penoty – [email protected]
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3. B2B meetings
As in the other two structures a setting of tables will allow owners and yacht decision makers to
meet each other and discover other nautical trades. Equipment manufacturers, shipyards, service
companies will be grouped to discover the expertise in which they excel all.
An opportunity to renew its equipment on board, find out what are the characteristics of all.
4. Seminars & Workshops
The tent dedicated to seminars will offer during the two days briefings on topics as varied as VAT,
choice of flag, the new European yachting regulations, protection of the seabed ... many hot
topics that affect everyone captains, crews and professionals directly related to the yachting
industry.
5. Welcoming of YACHTS - MYBA SUPERYACHT POP-UP
In front of the Bastion St Jaume and the Quai Billionaires (Quai Camille Rayon) MYBA benefit from
these 2 days of professional meet of yachting world to highlight their members ' yachts that are
for sale or charter.
It is a showcase of about thirty units from 23 to 80m, which should be displayed on Port Vauban,
complementing the presence of various professionals during yachting Antibes Celebrates
Yachting.
Press Kit ACY - www.antibescelebratesyachting.com
ASAP : c/o Dolphin Wear – 7 avenue Mirabeau – 06600 Antibes
Contacts press : Sophie Mordelet - 06.64.65.78.88 – Muriel Penoty – [email protected]
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5. THE PROGRAM
The entrance is free. All request for a professional badge will cost 20€.
Friday April 24th
Opening from 9:30am to 6:30 pm
=> Bastion Saint Jaume et IYCA
=> Seminars : from 9:30am to 6pm
=> Animations : Food tasting, floral workshop, safety demonstration...
7pm Giant musical BBQ
=> Bastion Saint Jaume
=> 7pm - 11pm
(open on invitation to all participants, professional and crews)
Saturday April 25th
Opening from 9:30am to 6:30 pm
=> Bastion Saint Jaume et IYCA
=> Professional English breakfast of the Riviera Yachting Network: 9:30am-11am
=> Seminars : from 9:30am to 6pm
=> Animations : Food tasting, workshops,...
Noon - 2pm : RIVIERA YACHTING NETWORK Pétanque Contest
7:30 pm : Gala closing dinner (for captains and partners/participants on invitations only)
=> Villa Eilenroc, Cap d'Antibes
A detailed program of the seminars, animations and workshops will be communicated in the near
future.
Press Kit ACY - www.antibescelebratesyachting.com
ASAP : c/o Dolphin Wear – 7 avenue Mirabeau – 06600 Antibes
Contacts press : Sophie Mordelet - 06.64.65.78.88 – Muriel Penoty – [email protected]
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6. ORGANISATION & CONTACTS
The Organisation Committee of the event consists of professionals, members of the ASAP who have
volunteered in the setting up and the organisation of this event according to their domain of
expertise.
ACY Organisation Committee
Coordination & Direction
Patrick Gilliot • Dolphin Wear • [email protected] • 06 17 39 36 94
Coordination, relation participants & Yachts
Petra Malloier • PMConsulting • [email protected] • 06 23 76 42 96
Organisation seminars & breakfast
Alexandra Idier • GEPY • [email protected] • 06 98 88 31 13
Logistic & General Organisation
Muriel Penoty • Independent • [email protected] • 06 65 41 99 59
Relations with the shop owners, bars and restaurants of Antibes Cœur D'Azur Association
Claire Marquez • Shop owner- VENICE • [email protected] •06 86 97 85 60
Administrative
Morgane Huard • Dolphin Wear • [email protected] •06 34 22 21 98
Coordination Bar/ BBQ/ Dinner
Philippe Carré • My Butler • [email protected] •06 17 125 942
Communication – Press Relations
Sophie Mordelet • SG Communication • [email protected] • 06 64 657 888
Muriel Penoty • independent • [email protected] • 06 65 41 99 59
Press Kit ACY - www.antibescelebratesyachting.com
ASAP : c/o Dolphin Wear – 7 avenue Mirabeau – 06600 Antibes
Contacts press : Sophie Mordelet - 06.64.65.78.88 – Muriel Penoty – [email protected]