About Amels: A Legacy of Dutch Excellence
Founded in 1918, Amels is one of the most respected and established superyacht builders in the world. Based in Vlissingen in the Netherlands, the shipyard is known for combining traditional Dutch craftsmanship with cutting-edge engineering and modern yacht design.
Amels became world-renowned through its Limited Editions concept: a semi-custom platform that blends proven naval architecture with the ability for owners to personalize interiors, layouts and features. This approach reduces build time and technical risk while keeping room for creativity, elegance and individuality.
Today, as part of Damen Yachting, Amels continues to push boundaries in sustainability, hybrid propulsion and long-range luxury cruising, while maintaining its reputation for dependable quality, timeless style and smooth delivery experience.
Spotlight on Hull #5 — AMELS 8005 (Delivery October 2027)
Key Specifications
- Length overall: 79.8 m (261 ft)
- Beam: 12.5 m (41 ft)
- Gross tonnage: 2,175 GT
- Guests: 14
- Crew: 23 + Captain
- Max speed: approx. 16.5 knots
- Delivery: 2027
- Design:
Exterior – Espen Øino
Interior – Sinot Yacht Architecture & Design
What Makes AMELS 8005 Stand Out
- Built on a proven, high-volume 80-metre engineering platform
- Hybrid propulsion for lower fuel burn and whisper-quiet cruising
- Fast-track delivery compared to fully custom 80m+ yachts
- Timeless design DNA from two of the most elite names in yachting
- Designed for global cruising with full comfort, privacy and storage capacity
Life Onboard
Although the interior is still customizable, the Amels 80 platform is designed to deliver:
- A private Owner’s Deck with panoramic views
- A generous Sun Deck ideal for pool, gym or lounge space
- Vast beach club and wellness areas near the water
- Large tender and toy storage for global exploration
- Spacious guest suites with seamless indoor-outdoor flow
- Every centimetre of volume is optimized for comfort, entertainment and long-range autonomy.
A Smart Opportunity for Future Owners
With most 80-metre slots booked well into the 2030s, AMELS 8005 is one of the few available high-end projects with a confirmed delivery date in 2027. It offers the rare chance to own a new build of this size, from a top-tier yard, in a short timeframe — without the uncertainty of a full custom project.
current status of construction (July 2025)
