The MEBC Mentoring Program strengthens the link between the yachting industry and the university teams competing. Sector experts give each team bespoke, targeted advice on their project and objectives, ensuring students get the best possible feedback on their boat — helping them innovate further and focus on design.
Designed to strengthen exchanges between academia and industry, the programme gives student teams access to targeted guidance from leading sector experts. Mentors help teams refine technical choices, clarify objectives and raise the overall quality of their work — close dialogue that supports innovation and keeps the focus on design and development.
From October to the event, one mentor supports one university team — at least one meeting a month, remote or on site.
From application to a 10-month mentoring journey alongside a university team.
Apply to join the MEBC Mentoring Program in a few clicks.
An initial discussion determines which university team would benefit most from your support.
You’re introduced to your mentee team in October to begin the 10-month programme.
Industry experts, naval architects, engineers and academics supporting this year’s teams.
Project Manager · Palumbo Superyachts
Mentoring is open to seasoned professionals and experts eager to share their knowledge with the next generation of innovators.
Why become a mentor
Expertise welcomed: alternative propulsion, R&D, energy efficiency, sustainability, electrical & mechanical engineering, CFD, ship design & building, hydrogen, LCA, new materials, project management and sponsorship.
Share your expertise, discover future talent and help shape the yachting of tomorrow.
