TOP MARQUES is Monaco’s undisputed premier auto show; but there is so much more to the luxury exhibition than its dazzling selection of supercars.

There must be no mistake: Top Marques Monaco, which takes place from April 14th to 17th at the Grimaldi Forum in the heart of the international capital of luxury, is first and foremost an auto show.

Now in its 13th year, Top Marques is one of the industry’s leading events featuring world class supercars, innovative electric vehicles and exciting tuners. Its’ Unique-Selling-Point is that it’s the only event in the world to offer potential clients the chance to test drive the supercars on a section of the Monaco F1 Grand Prix circuit.

But the WOW Factor doesn’t stop there. The ultra glamourous event, sponsored by the private bank the Edmond de Rothschild Group, also encompasses other aspects of a luxury lifestyle including a selection of superboats displayed outside the Grimaldi Forum which are available for sea trials in the Port of Monaco.

Steven Saltzman, director of Top Marques Monaco, said today: “We are very proud of the fact that we are Monaco’s premier auto show, but we are equally thrilled by the other facets of Top Marques which combined make it a truly unmissable show with something for everyone.

“Every year we endeavour to raise the bar by exhibiting ground-breaking inventions and revolutionary machines which look set to change the course of transportation on the road, sea and in the air.

“Last year we had the AeroMobil, the world’s first flying car, and this year, we have the ArcaBoard, the first ever hover board inspired by Back to the Future that can actually fly. Another highlight is sure to be a transforming luxury boat which turns into a floating swimming deck. We can’t wait to share all these incredible exhibits with the visitors.”

Mr Saltzman said he was also hugely thrilled to welcome back as sponsor Burgess – global leaders in the superyacht industry – who will be present at Top Marques to discuss the very best in superyachts for sale and charter.

More details of some of the other highlights of Top Marques Superboats can be found below.

Alternatively go to the show’s website at www.topmarquesmonaco.com to see a list of confirmed exhibitors as well as to buy tickets which are now on sale.

For press accreditation please go to the website here. And to book accommodation in Monaco during the show, click here to benefit from preferential room rates offered by our official partner Monaco Check-In.

KORMARAN: Luxury Transformed

The essence of the KORMARAN is to transform, to convert itself. To perfectly adjust to every situation. To expand the user’s freedom. To combine optimum comfort with safety, power and elegance. To swim, to drive and to fly.

This high-tech watercraft completely made out of carbon fiber, titanium steel and stainless steel, including Formula 1 and America´s Cup technology, can transform even while in motion, elegantly combining the agility of a monohull for quick manoevres with the stability of a catamaran or trimaran. In addition, the KORMARAN can gracefully into a large sunbathing island. www.kormaran.com 

FJORD France: “Haute Couture” Boats

Blending the expertise and genius of the famous designer Patrick BANFIELD, the experience of a renowed German Shipyard, and the Norwegian reliability of its origins, FJORD offers you high-end boats with modern and innovative design, and unquestionable nautical qualities.

FJORD France embodies “Haute Couture” units: fully customized by our team of experts according to its customers’ needs and desires, the models “by FJORD France” such as “The Exclusive” displayed at TOPMARQUES 2016, are boats of character, with perfect finishes and unique elegance. www.fjord-france.com

BURGESS: global superyacht industry leader returns as Top Marques gold partner

Founded in 1975, and now with 12 offices globally, Burgess is the superyacht industry leader, specialising in yachts of over 40 metres (130 feet).

Renowned for its professional yachting services, the company leverages its expertise to guide clients through every aspect of the yachting experience, including sale and purchase, charter, technical services, management, crew services and insurance.

Burgess has been involved in the sale of many of the world’s most significant yachts, while their technical division is currently project managing the build and development of a diverse spectrum of large yachts.

The company’s highly qualified yacht managers have extensive seagoing experience and can take care of every facet of managing a superyacht. Burgess’ first-class charter service offers a portfolio of the finest yachts in cruising destinations all over the world.

The superyacht credentials of Burgess are unmatched, ensuring that clients enjoy the highest levels of customer service. More information on Burgess can be found at www.burgessyachts.com

MARTIN JETPACK: the world’s first practical jetpack and ultimate superyacht toy

Since James Bond first introduced the jetpack to wider audiences in spectacular style in 1965, many have dreamed of owning their own jetpacks. Now the Martin Aircraft Company is realising the dream of those few who dare to “slip the surly bonds of earth” unconstrained by the conventional.

The Personal Jetpack gives you the freedom to explore and venture to places that others can only imagine. Its small dimensions allow it to operate in confined as well as open spaces, making it the ideal vehicle to cross the harbour for lunch on a superyacht or carry out that daring midtown rescue before cocktails at the club.

Designed to be the world’s safest light aircraft, the Martin Jetpack’s beautifully designed lines and eloquent engineering is backed by high-powered performance and robust aeronautical engineering resulting in a vehicle unsurpassed and without compare.

The Martin Jet pack – the world’s first practical jetpack – is being released to market later this year. www.martinjetpack.com

LUXURY WATER TOYS: first-ever hybrid motorised board

Luxury Water Toys will present at Top Marques its 2016 Toy Collection including the first hybrid motorized board ever built, to be presented to the public for the first time.

The ProRace 2016 model will make its global premiere at Top Marques with a completely new hull, chassis and advanced technologies. Also to be showcased is the GoCycle G3 model, the perfect e-bike which reaches speeds of up to 25km/h and which is both lightweight and elegant.

Luxury Water Toys is a high-end company offering exclusive retail sales, services and personalized solutions for water sports activities and enthusiasts.

With exquisite and innovative products such as the Jetsurf, Rickter Jetski, Flyboard, Jetpack, Seabob and more, we aim to exceed clients’ expectations for sensational and unforgettable moments of enjoyment. We also propose a selection of customized services including rentals, private VIP trainings and made-to-measure service packages.

www.luxurywatertoys.eu

EAMS: Innovation means reaching new goals never achieved before

ANVERA stands for unprecedented size and performance optimization levels, a true concentrate of high tech made in Italy.

ANVERA boats have one of the best weight/power ratios and, at the same time, it is characterized by a substantial reduction of the HP installed. This allows for efficient optimization of fuel consumption, still making it possible to reach a speed of 48 knots.

It is a lightweight craft which is also exceptionally resistant and safe; its construction required a complex and technologically advanced design phase, use of special materials and attention to the smallest details.

ANVERA is entirely produced using carbon, epoxy resin and special pieces of equipment which have been purpose-built in the LG factory.

ANVERA is a real COB (CrossOverBoat), perfect for any kind of customer. www.eams.fr

James W Phillips

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