Overview

Amels, part of the Damen Shipyards Group, is known for pioneering the semi-custom "limited editions" model in the superyacht sector — standardized hull and engineering platforms that are then customized above the waterline.

History

Originally established as a general shipyard in the early 20th century, Amels moved into yacht construction later in its history and, after joining Damen, introduced a limited-editions platform strategy aimed at reducing the build time and cost uncertainty typically associated with fully custom projects.

Build philosophy

The yard builds a small number of standardized platforms in defined length classes, allowing owners to customize interior layout and styling while benefiting from pre-engineered hulls and systems, shortening delivery timelines relative to a fully bespoke build.

• HeadquartersVlissingen, Netherlands
• Founded1918
• Size range55m – 90m
• TypeSemi-custom platform builder

This profile is compiled from publicly available shipyard history for general reference. For current build slots, pricing, or availability, contact the shipyard or a licensed broker directly.