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“It’s surprising to see the
number of people who
come just to go on a kayak
excursion but when they
leave are really aware of
the state of the sea. These
trips show how much people
An Eureka moment really want to get involved.”
coast and its wildlife. An awareness ses-
This time, the kayakers returned from sion then followed focusing on plastic pol-
their excursion with just a small amount lution which affects this sea under great Valentina Agnesi
of plastic waste. “With the prevailing cur- anthropogenic pressure.
rents and as a result of the commitments
made by the Principality, the area has Following the success of this event
been spared”, says one of the campai- which prompted very positive feedback,
gners. The sea patrollers came back with the community of Sea Angels is likely to
breath-taking photos of the Mediterranean spread its wings again.

IN BRIEF

A RING IN THE COLOURS OF THE OCEAN

The Repossi jewellers opened its doors, Square Beaumarchais, during Monaco Ocean Week, to unveil the latest creation
by Gaia Repossi: a ring for the ocean. Three bands floating in the void, an “aqua blue” lacquer reminiscent of a lagoon, set
on sustainably sourced rose gold. Sold as a limited edition, the magnetic Berbere Chromatic Ocean is created to order, by
hand, in the jeweller’s prestigious workshops. Another particular feature? All sales proceeds will go to the Prince Albert II of
Monaco Foundation, in support of the ocean cause. “Together for a healthy ocean”, this is the message engraved on one of
the bands, like a secret pact. “Wearing this ring is a bit like wearing the ocean on the end of your fingers”, said the Artistic
Director, for whom this is not the first creation in support of a cause. As someone who cherishes the ocean, keen to work for
its protection, she has proven once again the amazing scope of art that celebrates beauty.