First Amels 80 in build

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The hull of the first Amels 80 is being built at Damen’s Galati shipyard

Construction has begun on hull one of the Amels 80, with the steel cutting of the all-new Limited Editions build held at Damen Yachting’s Galati hull building facility, located on the Danube river in eastern Romania.

Romke van der Linde, Project Manager of the first Amels 80 (8001), said: “For all of us at Damen Yachting, the steel cutting of the first Amels 80 is a really significant milestone. It represents the first stage of the build and the start of this new design being transformed into reality. The Amels 80 is a very exciting project to be part of and we are all looking forward to seeing her through the build journey and watch as this new Amels Limited Editions comes to life.”

Designers Paul Costerus of Sinot (left) and Espen Øino (right) at the online premiere

Over 40 Limited Editions have been delivered to date and the keel laying is the next build milestone for the first Amels 80, which is available for delivery in 2025.

The 261ft megayacht was announced earlier this year in an online launch, which followed two years of detailed design and engineering by Damen Yachting’s naval architects. Espen Øino designed the exterior of the yacht, which will include sustainable materials and hybrid technology, and be able to accommodate 14 guests and staff as well as 21 crew.

Øino designed the exterior of the Amels 80

“It turned out to be a very holistic design in the sense that everything seems to be right, starting with a very good layout,” said Øino, who took part the model’s online launch. “It’s a very clear and logical GA and I think we’ve managed to reflect that in the exterior design with relatively simple lines. Simplicity in design does stand the test of time well and I like to think it will be the case here.“

Sinot Yacht Architecture & Design handled the interiors, with the Dutch studio enabling the layout to accommodate personalised, loose furniture and decorative elements.

Owner’s lounge by Sinot Yacht Architecture & Design

Paul Costerus, Sinot’s Lead Designer and who also participated in the online launch, said: “It’s a very neutral and natural palette. Materials are treated in such a way that the natural characteristics remain as pure as possible. The style is distinctive and yet still allows plenty of room for owners to customise and add their personal style.”