The Principality's most renowned lifeboat to start a new life
When Fraser Broker David Legrand discovered that LA VIGILANTE, a retired Monegasque sea rescue boat, was berthed in the port of Fontvieille, Monaco, waiting for a new Owner, he jumped on the idea of acquiring her.
A passionate sea farer, David immediately saw the opportunity to give this legendary lifeboat a new lease of life and pursue personal projects he had been contemplating for a while.
To many in Monaco, LA VIGILANTE is considered to be somewhat of an icon.
She has a past behind her, and her pilots have many stories to tell. Stories of sadness but also many stories of joy.
Over 30 years of service as the Monaco police sea rescue boat, the 17M submerible has not only saved over 100 lives, but also prevented the loss of many more.
In the hands of her new Owner, the boat has just left for Savona in Italy where she will undergo a light refit to be ready early Spring 2023, to start a new chapter in her life.
Her future adventures will be focused around educational, charitable, ecological and scientific actions.
To many in Monaco, LA VIGILANTE is considered to be somewhat of an icon.
She has a past behind her, and her pilots have many stories to tell. Stories of sadness but also many stories of joy.
Over 30 years of service as the Monaco police sea rescue boat, the 17M submerible has not only saved over 100 lives, but also prevented the loss of many more.
In the hands of her new Owner, the boat has just left for Savona in Italy where she will undergo a light refit to be ready early Spring 2023, to start a new chapter in her life.
Her future adventures will be focused around educational, charitable, ecological and scientific actions.
"Preserving a heritage that has contributed to the saving of so many human lives and the rescue of so many boats in distress, was part of a project that I wanted to set up. I wanted to contribute to the recognition of those who risked their own lives in order for others to enjoy the sea peacefully. LA VIGILANTE is a good representation of true human commitment and a value we will develop through educational and scientific programs on board in the years to come."
David Legrand
Fraser Sales Broker
Before LA VIGILANTE departed the Principality for her refresh, a cocktail was held at the Yacht Club of Monaco to thank all the people who have been involved with the boat over the years. Among these guests were some of those involved in her life-saving past who shared emotional stories of the boat's previous chapter. A special evening for all who attended, it was a beautiful celebration tying together LA VIGILANTE'S previous adventures and toasting to those ahead.
With so many exciting projects on the horizon, we cannot wait to see what the future holds for LA VIGILANTE!
