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Malizia symbolises the Grimaldi family’s deep attachment to the sea in this tribute to Francesco Grimaldi, a Genovese who arrived by sea in 1297 and founded the Grimaldi family dynasty. He was nicknamed La Malizia in the Monegasque language, meaning “the wily one”. For the Monegasque skipper the name has a special meaning: “Given what Malizia represents for us in the Principality of Monaco, I’ve always wanted to give this name to a race boat.”
A Symbol
The name Malizia, chosen by Pierre, symbolises the Grimaldi family history and their deep connection to the ocean. It translates as “the wily one’’ a name that was given to Francesco Grimaldi in 1297 after he established the family dynasty. Pierre shows that there is a sentimental link to the name and says: “Given what Malizia represents for us in the Principality of Monaco, I’ve always wanted to give this name to a race boat.”
A boat at the service of science & education
Malizia is embarking on an exciting adventure with the Ocean Challenge. Everyone has their own ocean challenge but our mission is to promote ocean science, protection and education around the world whilst inspiring the next generation with sailing adventures.
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News
9th Vendée Globe Wednesday 13th January 2021. Without a doubt this 9th Vendee Globe will go down in the history books. After 66 days of racing, the first six…
9th Vendée Globe Monday 4th January. After 56 days of racing, Boris Herrmann (Seaexplorer-Yacht Club de Monaco) is set to round Cape Horn for the fifth time in his…
9th Vendée Globe Tuesday 5th January 2021. Led by Yannick Bestaven (Maître CoQ IV), current leader of this thrilling race, the top group has left the erratic conditions of the Roaring…
9e Vendée Globe Thursday 31st December. On this New Year’s Eve, no-one could have predicted just how tense this 9th Vendée Globe would be, in which Boris Herrmann is…