Franklin acted as advisors on real estate matters in connection with the sale of Monaco Marine to Safe Harbor Marinas, which is owned by the Blackstone Infrastructure Fund.
Founded in 1995 by Michel Ducros, Monaco Marine has become a leading player in the maintenance and refit of superyachts and megayachts. With nine strategic locations along the Mediterranean coast, including Monaco, Saint-Tropez, and Antibes, the group has established itself as a leader in the industry.
Authorised by the Competition Authority, the transaction enables Safe Harbor Marinas, the world’s leading marina operator with over 140 sites in North America and the Caribbean, to establish its first presence in Europe and accelerate its development there.
The Ducros family, through its family office Eucelia, was advised by:
- Franklin, who provided advice on real estate matters through a team composed of partner Philippe Riglet and associate Justine Le Calvez.
- Aramis on corporate and labour law aspects
- Everlaw & Tax on tax aspects.
Jones Day advised Safe Harbor Marinas.
