2016 marked the founding of Blue Marine’s inaugural ride from London to Monaco with Blue Marine Ambassador, Simon Le Bon setting the riders off from the Tower of London, and Prince Albert II of Monaco welcoming them at the royal palace in Monaco. Blue Marine’s long-standing partner Winch Design proposed the idea of organising a cycle ride from London to Monaco to raise awareness and funds for Blue Marine. No one could have predicted how successful the event would be when it finally took place in the autumn of 2016. Thanks to all the cyclists and donors, a staggering £250,000 was raised for Blue Marine’s projects in the Aeolians and Ascension.