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Founded in 2016 at the Yacht Club de Monaco by Pierre Casiraghi and Boris Herrmann, Team Malizia celebrates a decade of offshore racing and Ocean advocacy and announces the renewal of its long-standing partnership with EFG International as the team enters a new chapter of their campaign.

since the creation of the offshore racing team at the 

. The project was born from a shared ambition between 

 to build a competitive offshore racing campaign carrying the values of innovation, teamwork and Ocean stewardship, alongside early partners like 

, who came onboard in the team’s very first year. 

Over the past decade, what began as an ambitious project has evolved into one of the leading teams in international offshore racing, with Team Malizia competing in the

while using its platform to advocate for 

The story of Team Malizia began in 2016 at the Yacht Club de Monaco, where Pierre Casiraghi, Vice-President of the club and passionate offshore sailor, envisioned the creation of a modern Ocean racing team rooted in Monaco’s maritime heritage and open to the world. Together with his friend, German skipper Boris Herrmann, the pair laid the foundations for what would become Team Malizia: combining sporting excellence, technological innovation and a commitment to Ocean protection.

Named after “Il Malizia,” the nickname of François Grimaldi, the team has proudly carried Monaco’s colours and what became known as the “Malizia spirit” across the world’s Ocean for the last ten years.

 circuit, Team Malizia quickly set its sights on offshore racing and the ultimate challenge of the Vendée Globe. In 2017, the team launched its first IMOCA campaign with 

 first Vendée Globe participation, while firmly establishing Team Malizia on the international stage. The next major milestone came in 2022 with the launch of 

, the team’s first new-build IMOCA designed for the demanding conditions of the Southern Ocean and for both fully-crewed and solo racing, which went on to compete in The Ocean Race 2022-2023 and a second Vendée Globe in 2024/2025.

Over the past decade, Team Malizia has completed multiple round-the-world races, achieved several podium finishes and broken the world monohull distance record, while becoming internationally recognised for integrating climate science and educational outreach into offshore racing. German media has recently described the team as a flagship project in German sailing, standing out for its long-term structure and breadth of activity.

“A Race We Must Win – Climate Action Now!” mission

, establishing itself as a leading platform at the intersection of offshore sport, Ocean science and education.

Now, as Team Malizia enters its second decade, the team is preparing to unveil its 

later this June, marking the start of a new chapter ahead of some of the most demanding races in offshore sailing, including The Ocean Race 2027, and Boris Herrmann’s third Vendée Globe campaign in 2028.

Among the earliest partners to support the project, EFG International has accompanied Team Malizia throughout its 10-year journey, contributing to the development of a long-term and structured offshore racing programme. Today, EFG International and the team are proud to announce the 

, a collaboration grounded in a shared ambition to perform at the highest level, strong teamwork, and the resilience required to navigate the challenges presented by elite competition.

This renewed commitment extends the partnership through to 2030, supporting continuity within the wider network of long-term main partners that underpin the team’s programme. It provides further stability and helps the team to prepare for its next campaign cycle with confidence, invest in innovation, and pursue its sporting aspirations while continuing to inspire the next generation.

Ten years after its creation at the Yacht Club de Monaco, Team Malizia continues to move forward with the same spirit that shaped its beginnings, combining elite offshore racing with a mission to inspire action for the Ocean and the planet.

Pierre Casiraghi, Vice-President of the Yacht Club de Monaco

“Ten years ago, Boris and I set out to build far more than just a racing team. Our goal was to create a long-term project combining sporting ambition, innovation, and a genuine commitment to the Ocean. We also wanted to inspire younger generations and spark new vocations in sailing.

Looking at what Team Malizia has become today, I feel extremely proud of the journey we have shared with our sailors, partners, and supporters over the past decade. What makes this milestone particularly special is that the spirit with which we started in Monaco remains exactly the same today.”

“When I look back at what we started ten years ago, it still feels a bit unreal how far this idea has come. It began as an ambitious dream shared with Pierre, and it only became reality because people believed in it early, stayed with us through every step, and continue to be part of the journey today. That kind of trust is rare in professional sport, and it’s something I,  and the team, never take for granted. 

Today, Team Malizia is a solid structure competing at the highest level, but what makes it special is not just the racing. It’s the fact that alongside performance and innovation, we are building something with meaning. We are proud that partners like the Yacht Club de Monaco and EFG International are not only supporting our sporting ambitions, but are genuinely sharing our passion for the Ocean, for science, and for passing something on to the next generation.”

Giorgio Pradelli, CEO of EFG International,

“We are delighted to continue the partnership with Team Malizia to 2030. Long-term, trusted relationships are the cornerstone of our business, and ours is a partnership built on ambition, shared values, a strongly aligned team spirit and a clear vision for the next generation.

Team Malizia always looks to raise the bar, whether that’s in pursuit of sporting excellence, the introduction of new technologies or through their unwavering commitment to sustainability. They are a team built for the future – strategic, innovative, resilient yet agile. We are excited to embark on the next stage of our journey and look forward to what we can achieve together.”

Team Malizia competing in the GC32 Racing Tour on their Malizia 1, a foiling catamaran that the crew, helmed by Pierre Casiraghi,  raced on for two seasons in 2016 and 2017

Team Malizia competing in the GC32 Racing Tour on their Malizia 1, a foiling catamaran that the crew, helmed by Pierre Casiraghi, 

Team Malizia started as the dream of two friends, Boris Herrmann (left) and Pierre Casiraghi (right), here sitting on the outrigger of the team's first IMOCA,  Seaexplorer - Yacht Club de Monaco, in front of the Musée Océanographique de Monaco in 2017

Team Malizia started as the dream of two friends, Boris Herrmann (left) and Pierre Casiraghi (right), here sitting on the outrigger of the team's first IMOCA, 

Boris Herrmann at the finish of his historic participation in the Vendée Globe 2020-2021, becoming the first German ever to compete in the solo, non-stop round-the-world race

Boris Herrmann at the finish of his historic participation in the Vendée Globe 2020-2021, becoming the first German ever to compete in the solo, non-stop round-the-world race ©️ Martin Keruzoré | Team Malizia

Team Malizia rounding the iconic Cape Horn in first place a few days before making history by winning the Southern Ocean leg  of The Ocean Race 2022-2023

Team Malizia rounding the iconic Cape Horn in first place a few days before making history by winning the Southern Ocean leg

In 2026, Team Malizia celebrates 10 years with founding partner Yacht Club de Monaco and with EFG International, who came onboard in the team's first year, and has renewed the partnership until 2030

In 2026, Team Malizia celebrates 10 years with founding partner Yacht Club de Monaco and with EFG International, who came onboard in the team's first year, and has renewed the partnership until 2030 ©️ Antoine Auriol | 

Team Malizia is currently building its next-generation IMOCA to be launched in less than 6 weeks

A Race We Must Win – Climate Action Now!

 mission is only possible due to the strong and long-lasting commitment from its 

: the Yacht Club de Monaco, EFG International, Zurich Group Germany, Hapag-Lloyd, Schütz, and KPMG Germany. These partners band behind Team Malizia to support its campaign, each of them working towards projects in their own field to innovate around climate solutions.

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Team Malizia celebrates 10 years of racing, innovation, Ocean advocacy and strong partnerships - photo from the Southern Ocean leg during The Ocean Race 2022-2023