Princely Family inaugurates new Monaco fire service vessel
The Princely Family discovering the new boat - © Communication Department / Manuel Vitali
The Princely Couple decided to name it Prince Jacques in honour of their son.
On Saturday, May 4, Prince Albert II, Princess Charlene, Hereditary Prince Jacques and Princess Gabriella came to inaugurate the Monaco fire service’s new fire and rescue boat.
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The whole Princely Family came to Fontvieille with Monsignor Dominique-Marie David and Abbott Christian Venard, who blessed the vessel. After a technical presentation, the Princely Couple and their children went aboard and headed for its home port, Port Hercule where the boat and the Princely Family received the traditional ‘watery welcome’.
The boat’s name, chosen by the Sovereign, was revealed at the Yacht Club of Monaco: Prince Jacques.
Cutting edge technology
The «Prince Jacques» was custom-ordered to meet the specific needs of Monaco’s firefighters. It is equipped with the latest firefighting and rescue technology.
For example, the three-dimensional transducer can detect submerged or partially submerged objects. The gyroscopic system ensures the boat remains stable, even in extreme weather conditions. Finally, a thermal imaging camera is connected to the radar for better visibility even in harsh and foggy environments.