Inside Amels 2012

inside amels
the amels newsletter
issue 9
Grand Dame
AMELS 272
Voyage to Antarctica
DENIKI
67 metres of Fast Yacht Support
SEA AXE
Interview with Kommer Damen
View from the bridge
in this issue
amels 272
83 METRES OF ELEGANCE
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AMELS EXCELLERATES
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AMELS 199 UNVEILED
83 metres of Heywood elegance

Introducing the AMELS 272
Never-ending Commitment
After-Sales, the AMELS way
View from the Bridge

Kommer Damen offers his opinion
In Splendid Isolation
Exploring Antarctica aboard DENIKI
ILONA remastered
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More than just a refit for an iconic yacht
Raw Beauty
A unique portrait of the AMELS 199
Cutting Edge
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a crucial part in defining the graceful, feminine curves of her profile. We had some fun
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SEA AXE redefines the support vessel market
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The long deck spaces of the AMELS 272 are a striking feature of the design, and form
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with the detailing, for example with the lobster-back grilles on the sundeck, which are
a light-hearted, nautical nod to those crustaceans of the deep. Overall, I look upon
the AMELS 272 as a classic design which, if she ages at all, will grow old gracefully.
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top rIGht AnD bottoM leFt: folD-Down balcony anD folD-Down transom Door combine to
form a large beach club that opens beautifully out to the sea. the watersports store houses
two 11-metre tenDers anD many watertoys
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The OuTside liVinG aReas wORKs beauTiFullY
When the amels 272 is launched, not
only will she become the largest in the
limiTed ediTiONs range, she will be
the largest amels yacht ever built. Tim
Heywood seized the opportunity created
by the length of the hull to draw one of
his sleekest profiles yet, the long decks
accentuating the beautiful lines, as
well as creating some wonderful
outdoor spaces.
With a gross tonnage of 2800 GT, the larger scale makes it possible to create many
exciting features on this 83-metre, not least a dedicated owners deck measuring
42m long with total deck area of more than 300 sqm. it means that the five generously
proportioned guest cabins can all be located on the main deck, where they might
otherwise be situated on lower deck. Guests will really appreciate the large windows in
their cabins, and being situated on the same deck and just a few steps away from the
swimming pool, 5.5 by 3.5 metres.
The project has been developed in cooperation with azure Naval architects and
dameN research, with lloyds approval of the construction and on-board systems.
although the amels 272 will be the largest model in the limiTed ediTiONs range,
senior designer Jaap van der Velde says the project size is well within the capabilities
and experience of the organisation, as well as the subcontractors and co-makers who all
have extensive knowledge of this scale of project. We are very fortunate that amels is
part of the dameN Group, and the fact that we work very closely in marine research and
development in ongoing partnerships with universities including the Technical University
in delft, mariN and TNO, he says. We have an incredible synergy with these academic
organisations and also with our co-makers and subcontractors, with whom we have built
up a strong understanding and close working relationships over many years.
The big challenge for us at amels is that we will never compromise on the aesthetics
of the yacht, says van der Velde. With a yacht of these proportions we dont have to do
that. in so many ways it gives us much more space to work with.
looking through the design plans for the amels 272 fills van der Velde with excitement.
The connection between the interior and the outside living areas will work beautifully.
We have created a wonderful spa at

lower deck aft, with a sauna, steam room,
lounging area and folding down terrace
doors, bringing you very close to the
waterline. a perfect place to enjoy the sea
on a hot, sunny day.
There is garage space for two large
tenders of 11 metres each, and lots of
storage space for all kinds of water toys
and scUBa diving equipment. We have
really enjoyed the design process because
the scale of the amels 272 has given us
the freedom to create a yacht that can
offer almost anything you could hope to
experience on a superyacht.
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walking around the docks with: ceo rob luijendijk & coo hans van triet
AMELS Excellerates
Success can be measured in a number of ways, not just by the balance sheet. Here, the two
top men at amels walk us through some of the different programmes and projects that,
when added together, all contribute to the healthy financial situation at AMELS.
rob luijendijk
amels 199
as the spring 2013 delivery date for the amels 199 has drawn closer, so the market has
become increasingly excited to see not just the photos but the yacht herself, says rob
luijendijk. more and more people are telling us how much they like Tim Heywoods design,
and what some people might have considered radical is gaining wider and wider acceptance.
in that sense, you could say the amels 199 is a futuristic design, but the funny thing is she is
still instantly recognisable as an amels yacht. even though she is markedly different from her
sisterships in the limiTed ediTiONs range, she shares that long, sleek, elegant profile that
defines every amels design.
hans van triet
The amels aCademY
FROm sTRenGTh TO sTRenGTh - eVen in The haRd Times

No one needs reminding how tough the world economic climate has been these past
few years, yet in that time amels has gone from strength to strength. With year on year
growth of about 10% per year since 2008, amels is now the largest superyacht builder
in the Netherlands. Having been managing director since 2005, rob luijendijk has a good
grasp of why amels has sailed successfully against the strong currents of a diminished
market. We have the benefit of being part of a large shipbuilding conglomerate, the
dameN Group, which is owned by a family that believes in the business of shipbuilding,
is passionate about delivering high quality, and about the value of building a long-term
relationship with a client. This is why some of our clients continue to come back to amels
for their next yacht. luijendijk also has the benefit of a good working relationship with his
chief operating officer, Hans van Triet, who has vast experience in different sectors of the
marine industry. Here, rob and Hans look at different aspects of the business, and how
they contribute to the wider success of the company.
Building a superyacht is a very specific trade. its not like you can hire people straight out
of school who have just finished studying superyacht construction. so instead, amels has
decided to create its own centre of excellence, known as the amels academy. Working in close
cooperation with the de ruyter maritime institute, the amels academy has already enrolled the
first six students for 18 months of study and training.
so how will this new scheme benefit amels
and its customers? Hans van Triet explains:
at amels we are on a constant drive for
higher quality and greater efficiency, and the
people who go through the amels academy
will already be well versed in the companys
philosophy and high standards before they
even start working for us.
so we have set up a structured, high-level
training programme, and we currently have
some highly motivated people going through
the training. They spend time in many different
departments, design, engineering, production
department and so on. By the end of the 18
months they will be very well qualified. at a
time when other companies have been laying
off staff, we are very pleased to be able to
continue investing in people.
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michel coens studied industrial engineering at the local
uNIVErSITY IN VLISSINGEN. HAVING GrAduATEd, HE wENT To work for A
local shipyard which specialised in building chemical and cargo
coNTAINEr SHIPS. HE joINEd AMELS IN 2001, fIrST IN THE PurcHASING
dEPArTMENT ANd THEN MoVING INTo AfTEr SALES IN 2006.
Michel coens
After-Sales...
Everything we do is guided by the philosophy that the owners must
enjoy a perfect stay on board their perfect yacht.
rob luijendijk
The amels 180 and OTheR ReCenT deliVeRies

The amels yard is used to being busy. For
many years it has been operating at 100
per cent capacity, but spring 2012 was an
exceptional period, says rob luijendijk. We
delivered five yachts in eight weeks - three
new builds and two major refits, he says. it
was a big peak in activity, but unavoidable
if you want to keep to your promises of
delivering yachts in time for the yachting
season in europe. We delivered every yacht
on time and in within budget, which put
the organisation under some considerable
stress. But its a huge achievement for
everyone to have contributed to that
incredible period of activity.
Not that anyone had much time to rest on

their laurels, as there were still another nine
construction projects still at various stages
of development. We have up to 500 people
working hard to realise those nine projects,
says luijendijk. aside from having great
people, we are fortunate to have the best
facilities in the Netherlands, with climatecontrolled facilities which are vital for
achieving the high quality of paintwork
on which we pride ourselves. and being
situated right next to the North sea really
boosts our efficiency and ability to conduct
sea trials very quickly and with the minimum
of hassle.
aside from the delivery of new yachts such

as the amels 180, sTeP ONe, the major
refit of ilONa was a big but very exciting
challenge. ilONa was the 37th refit to have
been carried out by the dedicated amels
refit department, and we look forward to
many more, large-scale projects here,
says luijendijk. For very large projects,
amels can make use of the enormous
facilities just 5km away at the dameN
Naval shipbuilding Yard. With the largest
dry dock capable of accommodating yachts
up to 215m long, 30m wide and 46m high,
it is one of the largest such facilities in the
Netherlands.
hans van triet
COnTinuOus imPROVemenT PROGRam

amels believes strongly in taking the
experience from one project and feeding
the knowledge back into the company to
help streamline future projects. central
to this process is the amels continuous
improvement database. its a very structured
programme that enables everyone in the
organisation to make suggestions for quality
improvement or efficiency improvement, says
Hans van Triet, who set the project in motion.
On average there are 25 new entries per month
into the system. We offer a financial incentive
to anyone who brings in new ideas, and it
is a very lively, active database - not some
bureaucratic, unusable monster.
To give you an example, when people

from the production team travel with the after
sales team out to a boat to help solve any
after-sales issues, they will feed back any
information they have learned from the trip,
back into the database for other staff
at the yard to learn from. its about creating
a never-ending circle of improvement.
a benefit that we learn from one yacht can
very often be applied to other amels yachts
in build or already in service. When imaGiNe
was delivered with a snag list of just five
points, which were solved within two
weeks, its a good sign that the database
is working.
This is the principle that governs everything Michel Coens and his
colleagues do in the AMELS after sales department. The owners
must not be concerned by any problems on board, or be troubled
by anything that is broken. We aim to make the owners stay as
comfortable as possible. We dont ask why something broke. Fix first,
ask questions later - thats how we like to work.
Coens, the after-sales manager, works in close partnership with Gerwin
Supheert: Were a young and flexible team. Gerwin has a strong
sailing background working as an engineer on big commercial ships.
I am more from the commercial side, although with a good technical
background too. So were a perfect match.
Everyone at AMELS is motivated by the goal of delivering a yacht on
time, without a single item on the snag list. We hear that its not
untypical for yachts to be delivered with two or three hundred snag
points still to be resolved, says Coens. Resolving those snags could
potentially result in weeks or months of downtime for the owner,
and so we do everything to ensure the yacht leaves the yard with the
smallest snag list possible. IMAGINE and STEP ONE both left the yard
with a five-point snag list, and SEA RHAPSODY with just two, so we are
getting closer to our goal of a clean sheet.
Any snags that do remain, are resolved as soon as possible after
delivery. Even then, contact with the yacht does not diminish. While
every yacht is delivered with one years warranty, the after-sales
department likes to maintain ongoing contact with every AMELS yacht.
We tend to be on board at least once every month, not only to look at
any problems that might arise, but also to see how the owner is using
his yacht, to anticipate any problems in the future. Operating like this
gives us the means to constantly improve our product. Were very
proactive. For example, we inform our entire LIMITED EDITIONS fleet
about any forthcoming regulations that will affect them. People tell us
this is something that really differentiates AMELS from other shipyards.
When technical problems do arise from time to time, warranty claims
are inevitable. AMELS after sales department is aiming to make the
process of submitting a claim as simple as possible for the client. We
have set up an online web portal, says Coens, where captains, chief
engineers and other crew members can log in.
Although this process has been widely adopted in other industries,
Coens believes AMELS to be the first in the superyacht world to be
using this system. It shows that were not afraid of warranty claims,
but that we like to make the process as easy as possible. It tells our
clients that if something is not working as it should be, well fix it. And
I believe that taking that proactive approach is what has brought us a
lot of repeat customers.
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sTeP One bY lauRa sessa
hiGh COnCePT
AboVe: main Deck saloon

leFt: briDge Deck aft
below (clocKwISe FroM top leFt): sky lounge; main Deck Dining; office in the owners suite
STEP ONEs modern interior marks

a new direction for Laura Sessa
The owners were very clear about what they wanted for the interior of sTeP ONe, and they
wanted laura sessa to design it. However, the owners request for a high-gloss, modern
interior represented a different challenge for the rome-based stylist, best known for her breezy
mediterranean-influenced style.
But sessa was undaunted by the prospect, in fact she relished such a new approach. The owners
like white and all light-coloured woods, so we decided to use light wood throughout the yacht,
but with a different wood for each deck to give it a unique feel whilst remaining true to the overall
philosophy of the design. The lower deck is very light, although offset by some dark details.
everything is customised, from the wall-to-wall carpet, to the upholstery, down to every small
detail.
in the sky lounge, the walls are veneered in bleached, curly maple with a high gloss finish, offset by
a black skirting in louro faia wood. The bar is finished in polished white onyx inlaid with led lights,
while the custom-made furniture is covered in loro Piana fabric from the Gorgona collection. in
contrast to the bright white bar on bridge deck, the saloon bar on main deck is made from special
glass with the colour custom-created from the black marble, Nero assoluto, with a high-gloss black
skirting in louro faia wood. Further along on main deck, the walls of the owners stateroom are
decorated in bleached, curly maple, with a high-gloss finish with details in white mother of pearl
and silverleaf. With aft guest cabins No.3

and 4, the aim was to combine a sense of
sophistication with a natural freshness. The
walls are done in bleached lime tree with
high gloss finish, contrasted by chocolate
lacquered details.
sessa says she has been fortunate to work
with owners with such a strong sense of
direction. We have been lucky to have come
up with such a correct and well-received
interpretation of their wishes from the very
beginning. The interior of sTeP ONe looks
sensational.
See the video of STEP ONE at:

www.AMELS-HoLLANd.coM
films
lauRa sessa
Based in rome, laura sessa is
recognised for her sensitive combining
of rare woods, natural fabrics, rich
textures, and agreeable geometries.
Her imaginative cultural references and
earthy palette create serene moods
that make owners feel at home. Her
lifetime passion for sailing yachts has
given her a keen insight into the most
efficient use of space on board.
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Imagine
QUIETLY ELEGANT
The first AMELS 212 to be delivered, Tim Heywoods streamlined exterior styling of IMAGINE
is the beautiful wrapping around an Andrew Winch interior that responded perfectly to the
owners wishes for a living space designed not for showing off, but for enjoying life.
She was designed to be eye-catching without being flashy

Imagine taking delivery of a premium quality superyacht, not just on time, but three
months early. Imagine a snag list of just five simple items, two of which were
solved within a day, the remaining three of which when the yacht concluded at the
end of her first delivery trip. So began the charmed life of IMAGINE, the 65-metre
launched in spring 2011.
As people have come to expect with all LIMITED EDITIONS models, Tim Heywood
has drawn some stunning lines for this AMELS 212. The British designers skill
comes in being able to take the AMELS design brief of a high-volume, big 65-metre
and create a yacht whose streamlined, sleek lines disguise an impressive gross
tonnage of 1503 tons.
The AMELS 212 has been designed to be eye-catching but without being flashy.
Another way of putting it might be to describe IMAGINE as having understated
elegance. The same is true of her interior, drawn by Andrew Winch. By comparison
with some modern tastes, IMAGINEs interior is subtle, calm and soothing. The
aim was to have a soft and non-glossy interior, says the London-based designer.
Where the aim of some yachts is to dazzle, the intention with IMAGINE was quite
the opposite. There is nothing in your

face about the interior.
All the metals are in a matte, bronze
finish. Nothing glares back at you. The
bathrooms are finished in soft, honed
marble. Of course you need a polished
marble for waterproofing purposes, but
as much as possible all the surfaces are
non-reflective.
Winch has enjoyed working with owners
who share his passion for a more subtle
elegance. The owners representative
Yavor Nenov comments: They were very
happy with the initial design that Andrew
presented to them. They then added their
own personal touches, including changing
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andrew winch
IN HER FIRST 12 MONTHS, IMAGINE HAD ALREADY SAILED 25,000 MILES
all the stainless steel surfaces to a bronze

finish. This has had the effect of softening
the look, and giving the interior a warmer,
more homely feeling.
The serenity of IMAGINEs interior has been
created by a careful blend of rare and exotic
woods and stones. Eucalyptus panelling and
Jotoba floors are complemented by many
different kinds of marble and stone, such
as Breccia Oniciata, Marron Imperial, Blue
Eyes Granite, Levanto Red, Labrador Antik
and Pietra Romana. Winch wanted to create
an interior that complemented the warm
and friendly atmosphere of living on board.
The crew on IMAGINE are lovely people,
they are expert at making their guests feel
relaxed, and if the interior helps enhance
that feeling of relaxation and comfort, then
we can say weve done our job.
Winch enjoyed having a large canvas on
which to draw, and appreciated the large
spaces and generous ceiling heights of
the AMELS layout. The yacht features two
VIP cabins on the bridge deck, each with
sliding-window access to a private balcony.
A centrally-located glass elevator makes for easy and elegant access to all parts of the yacht,
including the wet feet bar on the sun deck and the large Beach Club located at the stern.
And there is ample storage for a range of beach toys and also for two 8.5m tenders.
What matters most to the captain of a superyacht is: are his guests comfortable, and is
the yacht reliable and easy to handle? British captain Graham Shorrocks is satisfied on all
counts. Shes very well put together, she feels like a ship, he says. And shes very stable.
We did some of her sea trials in the North Sea without the Quantum stabilisers switched on,
and even then the motion was acceptable, but when you have the stabilisers engaged then
she is very steady indeed.
The yacht is also extremely quiet, thanks in part to the specially insulated windows
supplied by German company, Flachglas Wernberg. With the exception of the wheelhouse,
all the windows are double insulated with an air cavity, and they are coated with a heatreflective metal film. Where standard yacht glass reduces energy transmission by 30%,
Flachglass Infrastop glass is more than twice as efficient at 65%. In the typical life of a
superyacht, air conditioning accounts for more than 50% of the total power consumption.
So any improvements you can make on insulating the interior have a substantial effect on
energy usage.
Already in her first 12 months at sea, IMAGINE had travelled 25,000 miles, extensively around
the Mediterranean and across the Atlantic to the Caribbean and back. The owners love their
time on board the yacht, says Nenov. With such a comfortable boat, and a friendly crew, for
them it really does feel like home.
See the video of IMAGINE at:
www.amels-holland.com
Films
Above: Sliding circular door allows for indoor or al fresco dining

Below: The warm, relaxing interior is designed to make you feel welcome
By comparison with some modern

tastes, IMAGINEs interior is quite
understated. London-based Andrew
Winch enjoyed responding to the
owners request for a subtle, elegant
interior designed not for show - but
for relaxed and comfortable living.
As Winch puts it: A beautiful lady
is still beautiful even if shes not
wearing any jewellery.
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inTeRView wiTh KOmmeR damen
View from the bridge

The head of the DAMEN Group gives an exclusive interview, offering his outlook
on the future of the shipbuilding industry in general, and the superyacht market
in particular.
Inside AMelS: in 2010 when we last spoke to you, the world was in dire financial straits and
the shipbuilding industry was struggling in many, many ways. You had just completed your
term as president of the european shipbuilding association. Two years on, has the sun come
out from behind the clouds yet?
Kommer Damen: if you look at world shipbuilding its still in a very difficult situation. The
charter rates are low because i think there is overcapacity in shipping. so all the yards
engaged in mainstream shipbuilding, building cargo ships, still find themselves in a tough
position. However all those yards active in many other niches are doing quite well. at dameN
we are involved in oil and gas, yachts, military ships and so on, and we have never really
felt the recession. The trouble is that people outside the industry - banks and politicians, for
example - tend to look at shipbuilding as just one industry thats struggling. But while general
shipbuilding is having a hard time, those of us operating in specialised niches are continuing
to do well.
Inside AMelS: The general instability of europe at the moment and the threat to the future of
the euro single currency - what effect, if any, might that have on the business?
Kommer Damen: i think it has a positive effect because the euro versus the Us dollar is
not increasing any more. i think the instability of the eurozone is not affecting our clients
very much. so for those who think in terms of Us dollars we have more advantages of this
situation than disadvantages because we now have a more favoured euro/dollar ratio. Thats
good for a labour-intensive industry such as we are.
Inside AMelS: What predictions would you make for the industry generally over the next
three years?
Kommer Damen: i expect the total shipbuilding production worldwide will go down, at least
20% or more, especially in china and Korea, and parts of europe. But thats all cargo ship
related business im talking about.
Inside AMelS: so whats in store for dameN shipyards?
Kommer Damen: Well we expect to maintain our turnover and production levels and also the
same level of profitability as it has been for the last years. so we expect an annual turnover
of 1.4 billion euro for the foreseeable future.
Inside AMelS: Whats your assessment of the superyacht construction market?
Kommer Damen: i think in general theres also a little bit less demand, fewer contracts if you
look at it in a broad way. But amels is increasing its business. most of the dutch shipyards
are also doing well in my view, maybe also the Germans. so i think in general it is not
growing, but stable.
Inside AMelS: amels is now the largest superyacht builder in Holland based on orders over
50 metres. To what do you attribute that success?
Kommer Damen: The limiTed ediTiONs concept is a success. The customer has
confidence that they will receive a very well constructed yacht, delivered on schedule. They
benefit from a continuing process

of development and refinement. its a
very successful concept, easy for people
to understand, and the market is
appreciating that.
Inside AMelS: aside from new-builds,
amels is doing well with refits, most
recently with ilONa returning to the yard for
some extensive upgrades. Why do you think
the client decided to come back to amels?
Kommer Damen: i think that the client
came back because we were the original
builder and because we have the technical
capability to do this job the best. We could
do it in a very well controlled way, and
it was a complex rebuild that we could
complete in quite a short time.
Inside AMelS: With so much yacht
construction being done more cheaply in
the Far east, how can the higher costs of
building in the Netherlands continue to be
justified?
Kommer Damen: i had a discussion about
this subject with the ceO of Gucci at the
davos World economic Forum. He said that
all Gucci clients expect their products to
be made in italy. it is not worth risking the
trust with the clients by making their leather
goods in other countries. He was very
clear that Gucci should always be made
in italy. He was very much straightforward
about this point, very bullish. For the same
reasons i think we should not deviate from
building in the Netherlands because our
clients associate the quality we deliver with
the high level of finishing for which we have
become well known in the Netherlands.
i think clients in our industry associate
the Netherlands and Germany with the
highest quality, and we should not put that
reputation at risk.
Kommer damen was born into

THE worLd of SHIPbuILdING.
following in the footsteps
of his father and uncle, he
studied shipbuilding and naval
ArcHITEcTurE IN THE 1960S ANd,
with a loan from his father,
tooK the helm of his first
INdEPENdENT SHIPYArd IN 1969,
AGEd juST 25. oNE of THE MoST
experienced and respected
figures in the industry, he has
built up the damen group into
a powerful conglomerate of
39 SuccESSfuL SHIPbuILdING
coMPANIES, INcLudING AMELS.
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deniKis adVenTuRe TO The anTaRCTiC
sPlendid isOlaTiOn
Deniki passport
length overall
52.30 METrES (171 fEET)
design exterior
tim heywood
n ava l a r c h i t e c t u r e
cruising speed
range
MILES SINcE 2007
d E S T I N AT I o N S S I N c E 2 0 0 7
amels
13.0 kNoTS
4,500 NAuTIcAL MILES
100.000
alasKa, mediterranean,
caribbean, south america,
fa l K l a n d i s l a n d s , a n ta r c t i c a
the crew on board deniKi have become used to travelling to exotic and remote corners of the
globe. but their latest adventure to Antarctica was like nothing they had attempted before.
it was during the summer season of 2010 that the owner of

deNiKi had first raised the idea of a trip to antarctica. captain
richard callaghan had to do his homework first before he could
agree to such an intrepid expedition. Whilst an exciting prospect,
antarctica is not the sort of place you can agree to go to on the
spur of the moment, he says.
so richard got together with his co-captain lawrence cockx,
and they spent more than a year exhaustively researching the
possibility and viability of sailing an amels 171 to the most
remote continent on earth. We both wanted to do it, but it can be
a dangerous place, says richard. There was a cruise ship that
sank down there a couple of years ago, and a few fishing boats
sink there every year too, vessels which are purpose built for those
waters.
photo credit: ben harvey & deniki crew
The amels 171, on the other hand, was not designed with the
antarctic in mind. The two captains along with the chief engineer
investigated possible modifications to the yacht.
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JUST ONE SUPERYACHT PER YEAR GOES TO THE ANTARCTIC

We looked at everything in detail because
Antarctica isnt somewhere that you want
to have a breakdown. There is no back-up
there, so we looked into all our systems.
In particular we were concerned about the
output of our water makers and the diesel
gelling in the main tanks, due to the cold.
In the end we were satisfied that we didnt
need to make any modifications whatsoever
to DENIKI. The design of the boat is very,
very good.
Since she was launched we have clocked
up nearly 100,000 miles, averaging about
20,000 miles per year. We have sailed in all
climates, from 40-plus degrees in the Med
to more than minus 20 in Antarctica. And
the boat just copes with it. We have always
had a lot of confidence in the boat, but we
really cant test her anymore. DENIKI can
go wherever the owner wants to take her.
With the planning in place, and the huge
amount of red tape, special permits and
other administration dealt with, the captains
settled on a passage from December 2011
to January 2012. December through to January is the prime window for Antarctica, says
Richard. You get almost 24 hours of daylight and also the best wildlife at that time.
Although both captains had planned the voyage together, only one would get the opportunity
to captain DENIKI for the journey south. Richard was fortunate enough for the Antarctica
trip to fall during his watch. The consolation for Lawrence was that he had at least been the
captain for DENIKIs Alaskan adventure two years earlier.
The first major challenge of the voyage south was Drake Passage, the 500-mile stretch of
gale-swept water that separates Antarctica from South America. I had allowed a lot of
time to wait in Ushuaia for a good weather window to get across, and that paid dividends.
We had a fantastic crossing in very light winds and it took us just two days to cross to
King George Island says Richard. It wasnt quite so good coming back up north, though.
We had 40 knots of wind and 4 to 5 metre seas on the beam, which DENIKIs big stabiliser
fins handled very well, and we made it to the Falkland Islands without any trouble. We were
careful and fortunate to avoid any really monstrous conditions which are so common, but the
weather certainly let us know we were in the Drake Passage and we wouldnt have wanted it
to deteriorate much more.
Once they arrived in Antarctica, the scenery took everyones breath away. Words can
barely describe the other-worldliness of this remote continent: The best way I can
describe it is if you took any sign of human inhabitation out of the Alps and then filled
it up with water. Its beautiful, absolutely superb. Its just totally wild and unspoilt; the
absolute silence is incredible, with the occasional rumble of a glacier calving somewhere.
You really get the feeling you are on your own, and you certainly wouldnt want to be in
that environment in a boat that you didnt have total faith in.
Main picture left: Deniki required no

modifications for the bitter conditions
Above: The wildlife was spectacular
Above right: Venturing on deck was not to be
undertaken lightly, or for too long
Right: A polar Christmas
Richard took every safety measure possible, including hiring an ice pilot with good
experience of navigating these treacherous waters. There is of course a lot of ice, and
very often our cruising speed was down to 7 or 8 knots. You have to be very careful and
you have to assess each bit of ice that you see - whether its multi-year ice, glacial ice or
whether its first-year soft ice that you can push through. Amazingly, DENIKI survived her
icy passage without even a scratch to the paintwork.
There were strict rules about everyone wearing proper thermal clothing and life jackets at
all times on deck, not that people needed much reminding of this. Of course you expect
Antarctica to be cold, but it was a really debilitating cold at times - so cold that you just
wanted to get back inside as soon as you could and certainly the idea of falling in the sea
did not bear thinking about.
So, for all the inherent risks, was the journey to Antarctica really worth it? For Richard,
and everyone else on the trip, it was the voyage of a lifetime. To see a pack of killer
whales hunting two humpback whales, moments like those were amazing. At one point
it seemed the humpbacks were trying to use DENIKI as protection from the killer whales
and the humpbacks didnt want to move too far away from the boat, so the hunt was
really unfolding around us. To see the penguins and their chicks hatching was amazing.
They are really comical. The interesting thing is, the wildlife isnt scared of people. You
can walk right next to penguins and they just look at you. To stand right next to a penguin
with her chicks - and for them to be happy with that - thats something quite special.
The visit inside the volcanic caldera of Deception Island, and the chance to enjoy a
volcanic bath in the great outdoors, was another high point. The great thing was that
the owner made sure the crew had a chance to enjoy the experience too, says Richard.
All these moments were such once-in-alifetime opportunities for all of us, and it
was a privilege for all of us to be involved.
Thats the great thing about working for
an owner with such a spirit of adventure.
It was his idea to go, no one elses. On
average there seems to be just one super
yacht per year going to the Antarctic,
which I suppose isnt that surprising. The
logistics are immense, the safety issues
are very real, but DENIKI excelled herself
in the toughest of conditions. As for the
yachts next big adventure, well, a visit
to Spitsbergen and the Arctic has already
been discussed.
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ilona passport
length overall
design, interior & exterior
n ava l a r c h i t e c t u r e
cruising speed
range
MILES SINcE 2004
d E S T I N AT I o N S S I N c E 2 0 0 4
the many eXciting Destinations:

2004
mediterranean summer season

visiting france, spain, greece and italy
2004/2005
trip to australia
v i a b a r b a d o s , p a n a m a c a n a l , ta h i t i a n d n e w c a l e d o n i a
2005
trip bacK to the mediterranean

via maldives and seychelles
2005

greece, italy and france
2005/2006
winter
hertzillia marina, israel
2007
summer mediterranean season

f r a n c e , s p a i n , g r e e c e , c r o a t i a a n d tu r k e y
2007/2008
winter
seychelles
2008
winter
the caribbean
2010

italy and france
2010/2011
winter in marseille
2011/2012
winter amels refit
2012
r e d m a n w h i t e l e y d i x o n lt d
amels
14.0 kNoTS
6,000 NAuTIcAL MILES
148,000
too many to mention!
aROund The wORld
ilOna On TOuR
Since her launch in 2004, the AMELS 73.7-metre has
sailed an extraordinary distance
mediterranean summer
i t a l y, f r a n c e a n d s p a i n
2009/2010
73.7 METrES (242 fEET)
mediterranean summer
f r a n c e , i t a l y, s p a i n , l o n d o n o l y m p i c s a n d c r o a t i a
even before ilONa was launched in 2004, the yachts experienced

owners had already circumnavigated the globe four times. But the
globetrotting hasnt stopped, or even slowed down. in just the first
seven years at sea, the 73.7-metre amels yacht, designed by
redman Whiteley dixon (rWd), had completed a staggering 148,000
nautical miles. Thats the equivalent of almost six circumnavigations.
south for Gibraltar, she averaged 16 knots over 3,500 nautical miles.
along the way she encountered a Force 8 north-westerly gale, but
with her four fin stabilisers working as expected, the captain said
she handled beautifully even in the very worst of the gale-force
conditions. stopping off briefly in Gibraltar for the owners to board,
the yacht sailed on to israel for a three-week cruise.
When she originally departed the amels yard on her maiden voyage
and so the busy life of ilONa began, and has continued ever since.
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ILONAS TRAVELS HAVE TAKEN HER TO ALL CORNERS OF THE GLOBE
Pictures (clockwise from top left):

Sydney Harbour, Corfu, St Lucia, the
Corinth Canal, THE ATHENS 2004 OLYMPICS,
AND THE LONDON 2012 OLYMPICS
One of the high points in her first summer

season was a visit to the Olympic Games
in Athens, where the owners hosted a
luncheon for 94 guests atop their tentcovered helipad on the large aft deck.
Suffice it to say that the owners are

delighted with the refit, and in particular
the new swimming pool, measuring
10m by 3m, with a variable depth floor
capable of lowering to a maximum 1.5m
deep. Owners representative David
McQueen marvels at the engineering
involved in creating the pool. The pool
draws in up to 40,000 litres of sea water,
and can be filled in an hour. The water
is then cleaned and purified through an
advanced filtration system, and can be
heated to 6 degrees above its original
sea temperature in just an hour. There
is a hydrojet for creating swimming
resistance, and LED lighting allows you
to light up the pool with any colour of
the spectrum.
With the owners knowing they would be

spending so much time on board ILONA,
she was equipped to operate as a home
from home. At the time of her launch, she
set the industry standard for technology,
innovation and elegance. Her living spaces
were generous, with a 33-metre-long upperdeck suite dedicated wholly to the owners,
with bedroom suite, dining area, massage
room, gymnasium, observation lounge, and
offices equipped for global communications
and video conferencing.
Below decks accommodation was created
for up to 18 guests in six cabins, and 28
crew and staff in 13 cabins. And situated
on the tank deck is a 14-seat cinema with
surround-sound audio and a guest gym.
Of course priorities change as life goes on,
and the owners found they needed more
guest space on board, as well as a swimming pool. Commissioning another

boat might have been an option, but was never seriously considered,
according to RWD who said the owners loved this yacht too much to
consider moving on to another. And so discussions moved on to how
ILONA could be modified and enlarged according to the owners wishes,
but thats another story, which you can read about on page 34.
McQueen pays tribute to RWD and AMELS

in being able to execute such a complex
refit in just eight months, minimising the
down time of a yacht that loves to travel
the world. The refit has given ILONA a
fresher look, and AMELS did a fantastic
job, delivering ILONA on time and to the
standard we wanted.
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Vlissingen: seven centuries of shipbuilding

With Vlissingens perfect location next to the North Sea, this ancient city has been a hub
of shipbuilding for almost 700 years. The painting below shows the bustling harbour of Vlissingen
in 1669 and how it compares with the photo of the modern city today.
hans Konings, head of design
Where the perfect

yachting experience
begins...
Compared with most yacht builders, AMELS is unusual in having
an autonomous, in-house design department. Vital for any good
design is a separately operating department, which can operate
apart from any restricting influences, says Hans Konings. And
while we love to design beautiful yachts, we will never allow
form to compromise function. Form and function must work
hand in hand.
We believe in true customer satisfaction by designing and building
a ship that is as finished as a piece of jewellery. By thinking,
feeling and acting like our client, we reach our goal. The outcome
should be a yacht that satisfies in every way - technically reliable,
aesthetically pleasing and personalised to the client's wishes.
bOuleVaRd
The city of Vlissingen dates
back to the early 14th century.
By the end of the 15th century
the city received permission to
build fortifications, with the sea
defences constructed not from the
usual brick, but from expensive
sandstone, usually reserved for
important churches. By the end
of the 19th century the military
importance of the fortifications
had subsided, and so the
fortified walls were turned into a
promenade. a tourist boulevard
developed, the longest in the
Netherlands, and this became a
prime location for luxury hotels
and houses to be built.
haRbOuR
Vlissingen is located on an island,
Walcheren, in the estuary of the
river scheldt. This is the gateway
to many important cities including
antwerp, Bruges, Ghent,
Brussels, and even cologne. in
1304 a dutch count (Willem iii)
started to build a harbour. On
both sides of the harbour arose
a village that became known as
Vlissingen. By the 16th century
the city was overlooking one
of the most important maritime
highways in the world. it was
no surprise to see Vlissingen
become established as one of the
great centres for shipbuilding.
CiTYliFe
With the harbours operating as
Vlissingens economic engine,
new people from far and wide
were attracted to this burgeoning
city. Vlissingen was filled with
dockers, coopers, fishermen,
fishmongers, sailors, traders,
and of course shipbuilders. as
the city prospered, so too did
the inhabitants, especially in the
17th and 18th century. many
impressive houses and mansions
grew up next to the harbour, such
as the mansion of lampsins or
dishoeck, both with sandstone
facades. The princes of Orange
owned a superb palace, situated
in the eastern harbour.
The YaRd
in the 14th century shipwrights
started settling in Vlissingen,
which became the first centre of
shipbuilding in the Netherlands.
after the Napoleonic wars
the harbour of Vlissingen
was developed into the most
important yard for the dutch
navy. When the navy moved out
at the end of the 19th century,
the royal shipyard de schelde
took its place, giving birth to
the first dutch submarine and
many famous transatlantic luxury
passenger vessels. Today that
same historic yard, witness to
centuries of master shipbuilding,
is the site of dameN schelde
Naval shipbuilding and, of
course, amels.
Like his colleagues, Konings is focused on a cycle of never-ending

improvement. AMELS offers a top quality product based on
a proven platform, using our knowledge and experience from
previous builds. All the good elements go forward to the next
project or, if possible, are improved. We use Grade A suppliers,
top designers and all the experience of the AMELS heritage,
supplemented with new ideas and products.
Konings encourages input from clients and likes involving them
as much as possible in the design process. A LIMITED EDITIONS
yacht is designed in such a way that specific client requests and
ideas can be quickly translated into new interior designs, change
of construction and deck layout, without affecting the ships
performance, stability or technical installations.
We believe that by being part of our product, by feeling, thinking
and acting like our clients, we are able to improve the yacht. We
can gather knowledge from our client, by whom we mean not only
the owner, but all who are involved in the build: the broker, the
technical consultant, the owners representative and the captain
and his crew. Only by consulting with everyone who is involved
with the yacht at some level, can we get closer to creating the
perfect yacht. We never forget that we are responsible not just for
creating the perfect product, but for doing everything we can to
deliver the perfect yachting experience for the owner.
pASSport
hans Konings trained as a merchant navy officer, although

his first job at sea was sailing cruise ships for the worldrENowNEd HoLLANd AMErIcAN LINE. A fEw YEArS LATEr I wAS
introduced to building new ships at the yard of fincantieri
IN ITALY. THErE I bEcAME VErY INTErESTEd IN SHIPbuILdING ANd
IT bEcAME fAr MorE SATISfYING THAN SAILING SHIPS, HE SAYS.
THEN IN 2003 HANS wAS offErEd A roLE AT AMELS AS ProducTIoN
coordINATor. HE HAS bEEN wITH THE coMPANY EVEr SINcE, ANd IN
2012 HANS bEcAME HEAd of dESIGN.
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The unique Fleet
4you
ADDICTION
AIDRE
AMEVI
AMELS heritage dates back to 1918, and the yard has been building superyachts to the
highest standards for more than 30 years. The first LIMITED EDITIONS yacht DENIKI,
was launched in 2007. The LIMITED EDITIONS concept offers owners higher quality and
faster delivery, while maintaining plenty of room for customisation.
Ariela
BEL ABRI
BOADICEA
DENIKI
ILONA
Imagine
JAMAICABAY
KATALINA
KATALINA
48.20 metres (158 feet)
LADY DUVERA
JAMAICA BAY
MYGAILIII
LADY GHISLANE
SHEERGOLD
SECRET LOVE
KATAMARINO
MAUPITI
KATAMARINO
KERMIT
LA MASQUERADE
LA MIRAGE
LADY ANNE
LADY DUVERA
MONTKAJ
TIGRE D'OR
SARAFSA
LOUISE
BOADICEA
TIGRE D'OR
TOINIE
KERMIT
SARAH
LADYGHISLAINE
LADYIN BLUE
LADY NAG NAG
LARISSA
LOUISE
MAUPITI
SOLEMAR
LA MASQUERADE
AIDRE
AMEVI
ILONA
LADY IN BLUE
LARISSA
LADY ANNE
AMELS 58-METRE
MONTKAJ
MYGAILIII
MY SHANTI
SARAFSA
SARAH
Sea rhapsody
SECRET LOVE
MY SHANTI
DENIKI
LA MIRAGE
WERE DREAMS
LADY NAG NAG

unity
ADDICTION
BEL ABRI
IMAGINE
SHEERGOLD
SOLEMAR
Spirit
Step one
TIGRE DOR
TOINIE
ARIELA
SPIRIT
SEA RHAPSODY
STEP ONE
4YOU
AMELS 180
Under construction
AMELS 199
Under construction
AMELS 212
Under construction
AMELS 242
Under construction
UNITY
WERE DREAMS
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AMelS exhibition at the local muZeeum
'The Art of yacht building'

in TO deTail: leaTHer
leather is typically sourced from the Usa or italy,
depending on the look and texture required.
Kai dittmar of metrica explains the process:
First the interior designer will specify the colour
or material, and will select this from a range of
specialised leather. Once it has been approved by
the designer and owner, we will check that it is
technically possible to use that particular leather.
it cant be too thick, otherwise it just cant be used
for the specific purposes that we need it for when
outfitting a luxury interior. also, its worth bearing
in mind the size of the hide required for a particular
job. cattle do not always come in the desired
dimensions!
But as Kai points out, the real skill comes not only
in selecting the leather but also in the stitching.
The stitching needs to be extremely accurate and
requires experts who are dedicated to perfection,
he says. even a 2mm stitching error can have a
major and detrimental impact on the appearance.
Horse hair is also very difficult to work with, and
so it is really the expertise of the upholsterers that
ensures that the leatherwork looks perfect.
it was a chance visit by the director of the

local maritime museum in Vlissingen to the
amels yard that inspired him to organise
an exhibition that would last for nearly 10
months and attract more than 25,000 visitors.
The art of Yacht Building exhibition at the
muZeeum of Zeeland was the brainchild of
keen maritime historian Wilbert Weber. even
though the amels yard is little more than
half a mile away from the muZeeum, i knew
so little about what went on there. Once i
had seen the scale and magnitude of what
takes place in the yard, i was inspired to put
together the idea of an exhibition about the
art of yacht building.
superyachts are floating palaces built right
here in Vlissingen, although there were
some people who were hardly aware of the
fact, says Weber. The exhibition provided
an opportunity to gain an insight into the
extraordinary. The ship models showed the
exterior, not only the beautiful design, but
also the layout of the vessel.
around the models were large images of the
yachts interiors, which created an added
wow factor. One of the most popular parts
of the exhibition was the computer simulator

which enabled visitors to go on a virtual tour
of one of the yachts.
The more technically-minded visitors were
impressed by the specially made panels
that showed the way in which the material
was applied layer by layer, or the way in
which the material for the interior has been
chosen. The presence of original parts of
the ships helped the visitors to appreciate
the materials and construction methods
involved, and the actual size of the yachts.
The exhibition also explained the intricate
paint system used by amels to create such
a flawless finish, and showed how a teak
deck is laid.
amels ceO rob luijendijk said the
company was honoured to be so closely
involved in the exhibition. it was a great
privilege to be invited to help create a
display about superyacht construction, he
said. so many local people work at the
yard and take great pride in what they do.
This gave them an opportunity to share
their world with everyone else in the local
community, and we are glad that it created
so much interest.
maYOR aPPROVal
The Mayor of Vlissingen, Ren
Roep (left in picture with Rob
Luijendijk), was invited to open
the Art of Yachting exhibition. In
his opening speech, the Mayor was
keen to highlight the important link
between the city of Vlissingen and
its strong maritime heritage. He
paid tribute to DAMEN and AMELS
for the strong part the companies
have played, and continue to play,
in the cultural and economic health
of the city.
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sPiRiT OF eCsTasY
Since SPIrIT was delivered in May 2011, the 54-metre amels yacht has already clocked up
an impressive mileage. The owner has been sailing extensively, sometimes spending months
at a time on board SPIrIT as she traverses the world.
sPiriT was always destined for an adventurous life. in just her first year, the amels 177 had
already explored the caribbean, columbia, Venezuela and, having traversed the Panama canal, is
planning an expedition to the wilds of alaska.
The yacht also acts as a meeting point, a home from home for family and friends to come together
and enjoy each others company in relaxed, comfortable surroundings. With the yacht being used
so extensively, it was critical for the interior to be beautiful and functional for a variety of occasions.
designer at Nuvolari lenard, Valentina Zannier, put her heart and soul into creating the interior
of sPiriT. she was a special project for me, due to the fact that the owner has been involved
for at least 80 per cent of the building process, says Zannier. This relationship and the good
way we worked together helped make his wishes come true. Our themes of inspiration were
natural materials, earth colours, but mainly the way those materials were treated. We opted for
natural surfaces, no high gloss finishes, just a very comfortable and calm interior, tuneful but
also tempered.
Natural oak is the main wood, combined with dark sucupira as accent wood. We selected a dark
wooden plank with a raw surface for the main deck, oak planks for the upper deck and owners
area, she adds. The guest area was pretty different, a combination of a carved maple saddler
leather and soft carpets on the floor.
The fil rouge - the guiding theme - of the interior style has been to combine the natural colours
with simple shapes and shaped joinery, a modern style which was given greater warmth by the
choice of materials. Natural stone has also played a strong role. We used an amazing stone
called quartzite in the owners bathroom. The veins in the stone - and the superb job by the
builders - made this room really special.
Nuvolari lenard worked with a French designer who provided the lamps and loose furniture.
His style is very cosy and stylish, with bronze, wooden chairs, natural textiles, perfectly matching
the mood of the boat, says Zannier.
But it was the owner who brought the finishing touch of style to his yacht, selecting and providing
some pieces from his large art collection, positioned throughout the boat. This transforms sPiriT
into an amazing, sophisticated gallery on the water.
nuVOlaRi lenaRd
Venice-based design office
Nuvolari lenard worked closely
with the owner to fulfil his wishes
for sPiriTs spectacular interior.
a naval architect and mechanical
engineer, carlo Nuvolari formed
Nuvolari lenard with stylist dan
lenard in 1992. Together they
share a passion for the sea which
manifests itself in the companys
distinctive style.
See the video of SPIRIT at:

films
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The iconic 73.7m motoryacht ILONA set sail

again in May 2012, after a busy eight-month
refit creating a new helipad and a hi-tech
swimming pool.
Main picture left: Helipad was relocated

on the extended upper deck
Left above: What was previously the
helideck...
Left below: ...has now been transformed
into a pool
Above: THE REFIT WAS COMPLETED IN EIGHT
MONTHS
Below: Rob Luijendijk with owners
representative David McQueen
The boss is very happy, and any work we need

doing in the future, for sure well be coming
back to AMELS again.
CAN YOU PLEASE BUILD ME A 10-METRE SWIMMING POOL?
ILONA REMASTERED
ILONA has been functioning perfectly since her launch in 2004, in which
time she has sailed almost 150,000 nautical miles. However the owner
wanted a major re-design to accommodate some new ideas into his
much-loved yacht. Owners representative David McQueen says: The
owner wanted to have a large swimming pool and a helipad large enough
to take his Agusta 109 Grand New helicopter. And so in August 2011
ILONA returned to Vlissingen for an extensive reworking of her interior
and superstructure.
It would be no simple task, if AMELS was to complete such an extensive
refit within the eight-month timeframe agreed. The below-deck helicopter
hangar would be removed to make way for the swimming pool with a
movable floor, enabling the pool to be replaced by additional deck space
depending on the needs of the owner and guests. With a variable depth
floor with maximum depth of 1.5m, the 10m x 3m pool can be filled
with 40,000 litres of sea water, which is then purified through a filtration
system, says McQueen. The water can be heated to up to 6 degrees
higher than the original sea temperature in just one hour.
Aside from the engineering aspect of the refit, there was also the
challenge of making these significant alterations without ruining ILONAs

sleek profile, originally drawn by Redman Whiteley Dixon. RWD project
manager Arne Erdbeer says: ILONA was our first superyacht design for
the company, and so we have always been very proud of her, and very
committed to the owner and his family too. ILONA has quite a distinctive
profile, shes a very recognisable boat, and we didnt want to ruin that.
One of the biggest driving factors in the refit was the owners desire
for an on-board swimming pool. Although an inflatable pool had been
devised for use off the stern of the yacht, this proved impractical. So the
designers worked through many different GAs, exploring various options
for locating the pool and the helipad.
Eventually it was decided to create a new helipad on the sun deck, with
the swimming pool on main deck aft. The aesthetic risk of taking this
route was that the helipad would make ILONA look top heavy. Adding
the additional superstructure to accommodate the helipad would have
affected the lines of the yacht, so we extended the owners deck and
the bridge deck by 3 metres in order to bring the aesthetic appearance
back into balance, says Erdbeer. We also used metallic grey paint to reduce the visual impact
of the helideck, and the overall result is that the yacht, despite all the changes, looks every bit as
streamlined and well-proportioned as before.
With the design agreed, the refit went ahead as planned, with all tasks completed and the yacht
delivered on schedule for her relaunch on 16 May 2012. Captain Kenan Seginer oversaw the work
at the AMELS Yard and commented: I really like AMELS, theyre very friendly and great to work
with. Theyve done a wonderful job with ILONA, and the after-sales team have been excellent.
AMELS managing director Rob Luijendijk was

delighted to see such an iconic yacht return
to the yard. ILONAs refit was a big project
that needed completing in a short time, but
we finished it as promised. Having looked
through the original construction plans, we did
everything possible to minimise ILONAs time
at the yard. For example the deck extensions
were pre-manufactured in advance.
One of the added benefits of the refit was to
create more outdoor living space on the bridge
deck and the owners deck, as Arne Erdbeer
explains. Now the owner has an extended
aft deck which includes a private jacuzzi. The
bridge deck has dining and sitting areas that
it didnt have before, and this is proving to be
a very versatile space. All in all, ILONA has
better outdoor living spaces than before.
But it was when the owner sent a short
SMS message from his mobile phone that
everyone involved in the project knew it really
was mission accomplished: Thanks! Just
completed 50 laps of the pool!
See the video of ILONAs new helipad

in action at:
Films
See an interview with Captain Kenan Seginer at:

Films/TESTIMONIALS
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amels 180
With a new project in build, the successful limiTed ediTiONs amels 180
model continues to develop and improve. Three large fold-down balconies have
been added, two in the main saloon and one in the owners suite. The hull has
been stretched in her aft ship, creating room for a larger beach club, a longer
deployable, submerged swimming platform, and with the main saloon extended
by 30%. a Touch & Go helipad has been added, with a maximum take-off
weight of 2000Kg. interior space is enhanced by a wide-body sky lounge, and
the owners suite has been customised to include an office, bathroom and
dressing room, with a total area of 73 sq metres. This will be the first amels
yacht to have a full custom interior design by rmi Tessier design from Paris.
eVOluTiOns
aside from the new amels 272 now being developed, there is plenty of activity and many
ongoing developments with the existing members of the limited editions range.
amels 199
amels 242
due for delivery in spring 2016, the first limiTed ediTiONs amels 242 project has fully
commenced. Her 1,725 Gross Tonnage has given Tim Heywood the opportunity to give the
yacht a very long aft deck, and room for a large swimming pool, 6.5m by 3.5m. One level
higher is a dedicated owners deck with 240 square metres of luxury space and plenty of room
for al fresco dining. Other features include a Touch & Go helipad and a large, full-beam spa
with a fold-down balcony at water level. a different window arrangement makes for a subtle
but significant change to the aesthetics, in addition to creating more light in her airy and
generously proportioned interior spaces.
senior designer Jaap van der Velde explains some of

the significant changes to the design of the amels
199. We have been able to create access to the sun
deck via the central staircase, rather than accessing it
from the outside. This has been achieved by creating
two wings on either side of the sun deck, connected
by a roof. The length of the aft deck and bridge deck
have been extended, creating larger exterior decks.
and access to the sea from the Beach club has been
improved with the addition of a swimming platform
which can be lowered below the water. Van der Velde
adds: There is also an important functional change
to the foredeck; on the original plans we had a jacuzzi
and sunbed; now we have a jacuzzi but also the
possibility of a helipad.
Watch a video of the AMELS 199:

LIMITEd EdITIoNS/AMELS 199
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pASSport
Gert Kaijen
Smart Procurement
When it comes to procurement - the business of sourcing materials
and services from other companies - Gert Kaijen has three clear
objectives. First it is about quality, next it is about relationships,
and third is pricing, he says. The quality of the products and the
relationship with your supplier or co-maker must be absolutely
right before you move on to pricing.
for example is the largest buyer in the world of Caterpillar marine

engines. Caterpillar is just one of many premium suppliers and
co-makers that we have been working with for a long time, says
Kaijen. We have built up good, long-term relationships with
companies like Metrica, Heinen & Hopman, Imtech, YPI, Reintjes,
Rubber Design, to name a few.
Even if pricing is the third priority, Kaijen is very focused on

securing the best materials for the right price. We have learned
the hard way, sometimes from making the wrong decisions, he
says. But we have the benefit of being able to apply very high
levels of customisation within the LIMITED EDITIONS range whilst
also enjoying good economies of scale because we can order
multiple units.
Kaijen says subcontractors dont last long unless they measure up

to consistently high standards and benchmarks set by AMELS. We
maintain a high level of quality, and if a subcontractor cant keep
up with us, then they have to go.
Our purchasing power comes from the pedigree of the AMELS

brand; people want to work for AMELS. Our buying power gains
additional strength from being part of the DAMEN Group, which
amels 212
The windows of the amels 212 have been
enlarged, especially in the owners area.
Jaap van der Velde comments: We have
found that some owners prefer to have
larger windows, and so we have responded
accordingly. With two windows running
almost floor to ceiling in the master suite,
the view looks wonderful from the inside.

With the yacht due for delivery in spring
2014, construction is well under way.
as with imaGiNe, delivered in 2011, the
interior of the yacht is being designed by
andrew Winch, although the layout and
styling will be significantly different.
With a top speed of 17 knots and a range

of 5,000 nautical miles, the amels 212
has been designed as a go-anywhere
yacht whose capabilities match her
aesthetic beauty.
GErT kAIjEN EArNEd A bAcHELorS dEGrEE IN MEcHANIcAL

engineering and commerce at the technical university in the
hague, and embarKed on a traineeship with damen while still
AT ScHooL. I wAS coNVINcEd THAT I bELoNG IN THE SHIPbuILdING
industry, creating something that you can see, feel and touch,
and of course something that is very, very dutch!
Part of those high standards are managed within a measure of total

quality management called QLIFT - Quality, Logistics, Innovation,
Flexibility, Total Cost. It was developed by DAMEN in conjunction
with AMELS, explains Kaijen. We use QLIFT at AMELS, and
because it ensures our work practices are operating at a high level,
we require our subcontractors to adopt QLIFT practices too.
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amels yard news
environmental responsibility:
Extra service: Crew Training
AMELS introduces Lloyds Green Passport
The amels crew Training programme is an initiative that again

illustrates the companys desire to build long-term relationships
with the client, as michel coens explains. if we can help show
the yachts captain and crew how to operate the systems on
board in the way that they were designed, it can only help us
too. For example our engine rooms are designed in a certain way, and
if we can educate the engineer about the way it has been designed to
work, it will be easier for him to maintain, easier to repair. rather than
just give them the manual, we like to give them the training, and this
eliminates problems from arising further down the line. With the training
situated next to the shipyard it is possible to undergo all sTcW 95
training in Vlissingen. it benefits them, it benefits us, and ultimately and
most importantly, it creates a better experience for the owner.
Delivered in spring 2012, the 212-foot SEA RHAPSODY became the

first superyacht in the world to be awarded a Green Passport by Lloyds
Register. The Green Passport - or Inventory of Hazardous Materials was devised as a result of the Hong Kong International Convention of Safe
and Environmentally Sound Recycling of Ships 2009. Qualification for the
Green Passport requires the builder to put together a highly detailed list
which identifies and locates all the materials that have been used in the
yachts construction.
AMELS designer Sjoerd van den Broek comments: Fulfilling all the
requirements for the Green Passport has entailed a very large effort
from AMELS over the past three years, and also for all the suppliers
and contractors involved in building the AMELS 212. Hopefully
she will sail for more than a hundred years, but at the end of her
life on the sea, her materials can be recycled in a controlled and
environmentally responsible manner. In future all AMELS
yachts will have a Green Passport.
Quality:
eXemPlaRY
shiPYaRd
timo Dam
suPeRYaChT sPaRes
The dutch Health and safety authority
has awarded amels a mark of quality that
recognises Vlissingen as an exemplary
shipyard for its industry-leading approach
to health and safety. Hans van Triet said
he was proud to see the company being
praised for exceeding the standards
laid down by the authorities. The work
standards at the yard are very high,
and its good that the authority has
acknowledged the fact that we take a lot
of care over our workers. We consider
it a vital part of the amels philosophy,
because we strongly believe that a
contented workforce that is well cared
for, will ultimately lead to a better product
for our clients.
Visit to china:
hainan RendeZVOus
AMELS reputation for delivering superyachts of the highest quality is well
established in most parts of the world. But the concept of superyachting has
barely been introduced to China, let alone such a young market appreciating the
difference in quality between one builder and another. So AMELS has embarked
on a mission to raise awareness of high-quality superyacht construction in the
Chinese market, and to introduce its LIMITED EDITIONS range to one of the
fastest growing regions in the world. AMELS put on a very successful display at
the Hainan Rendezvous, with ongoing plans to increase the companys brand
awareness in China over the coming years.
Timo dam started up superyacht spares

in 2003 with the aim of providing the
most comprehensive catalogue of spare
parts in the industry, to be a one-stop
shop for any imaginable replacement
part. superyacht spares has been a vital
partner for amels ever since. We like
to think of our service as a guarantee
of a trouble-free sailing experience.
The partnership with amels is special
because for every yacht that they build,
we build a spare parts catalogue, check
what's available in terms of spare parts,
and guarantee that what we provide is
right, every time.
This is no small task. it takes us two to
three months to build a catalogue for each
amels yacht, which is a huge investment
of time, says dam. But its fantastic
to be able to help, and nice to see the

system working.
The idea is that whatever gets lost, worn
out or broken - no matter how large or
small - superyacht spares will be able
to source a perfect replacement in the
shortest possible time. lets say you need
to order a deck phone; well you could go
to a supplier and place the order. But if for
some reason that phone doesn't fit on your
system, you have ordered the wrong part.
You have made the error, it's your risk. We
take away that risk. That is the deal with
amels, we check everything and set up
a highly detailed catalogue. This gives our
clients to go anywhere in the world with their
yachts, knowing that wherever they are, and
whatever they need, we will find the quickest
way to get the replacement part to them.
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in TO deTail: sTeel
all the steel used in the construction of an amels
hull must meet or exceed the requirements for
marine-grade steel as specified by lloyds register.
We like to use more steel than required by lloyds,
says Jaap van der Velde, because we are not
searching for the limits of weight saving. it is more
important for an amels yacht to have long life,
to be strong and to have better noise absorption
qualities. corrosion is not a problem, thanks to
the quality of the paintwork applied to all amels
yachts. The exterior and inside of the hull is painted
by hand. For example a 54-metre yacht requires
35 painters working full time for seven months on
the exterior, another 20 painters on the inside,
excluding the interior living spaces. The process
requires 12,000 litres of paint and 13,500 litres of
filler, so the steel is very well protected from the
elements. For the stainless steel, its the perfect
finish that makes the difference, according to van
der Velde. We like to work with companies who
have the heritage, the knowledge and the highly
experienced craftsmen who can weld, polish
and finish a piece of stainless steel until it looks
perfect.
thIS pIcture: main saloon

below leFt: sun decK forward
bottoM leFt: guest suite
the art of interior design, from paris:
FiRsT PROJeCT
wiTh Remi TessieR
From his beginnings as an apprentice
cabinetmaker, Rmi Tessier has established
himself as one of the pre-eminent interior
designers in the superyacht world. The Parisbased designer has now drawn a stunning
interior for an AMELS 180 currently in build
at Vlissingen.
Tessier enjoyed being given a free rein by the
owner to design the interior without instruction
or restriction. I wanted to achieve a minimalist,
but warm and comfortable environment, says
Tessier, with three-dimensional line matching,
so that the ceiling, walls, and floor are all
connected together in terms of architecture, in
some senses inspired by Japanese architecture.
Tessier describes the styling as totally timeless,
very pure, natural, very clean, very flush, with
simple lines but a dynamic shape, and a very
restricted palette of materials, naturally treated.
He concludes: We had to work to a very short
timescale, but I think we achieved a very high
level of design development that met with the
owners expectations.
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DANIEL KPFER
OCEAN Management
What the experts say...
Nick FLASHMAN,
NEW BUILDS
SUPERVISOR
IMPERIAL
We ask for opinions about AMELS from owners representatives and captains.
YAVOR NENOV
OWNERS
REPRESENTATIVE
IMAGINE
Never too much trouble

I worked as the owners representative and captain for the
construction of 4YOU, and the building process was just fantastic.
It was a big learning experience for me. AMELS did an excellent job
throughout - from planning to execution. Anything we asked for, they
found the answer. Any issues we had, they resolved the problem.
They never said no, they always looked for a solution, and everything
we asked for was done to the finest and best quality I could ask for.
Whenever I am at the yard, you get the sense that AMELS doesnt
push its people to the limit. Everyone is working in a friendly, relaxed
environment. Ive seen other shipyards where they put people under
pressure and the outcome is not as good because people are being
rushed into doing things. AMELS is very different.
Owner satisfaction
The owners have really enjoyed their first year sailing with
IMAGINE. The yacht has already travelled more than 25,000
nautical miles, from her successful spring 2011 delivery in
Vlissingen, on to Palma and through the Mediterranean for an
extended period in Turkey. The yacht spent her first winter in the
Caribbean before returning to the Mediterranean in February 2012
and another trip to Turkey, which has become a favourite spot
for the owners.
IMAGINE has proven very stable, very quiet and really does feel
like the home from home that the owners had wished for.
They had very clear ideas about what they wanted the interior
of IMAGINE to be, and Andrew Winch had the creativity and
experience to interpret their wishes so beautifully. She really is
a wonderful way for the owners, their family and friends, all to
explore the world together.
Even after such extensive sea miles in the first 12 months, IMAGINE
looks as beautiful and as perfectly finished as the day she left the
yard. It is a testament to the care and pride that AMELS takes in
every aspect of the project. Any problems we have had with the
yacht, the AMELS after sales service team have always dealt with
swiftly and with the minimum of fuss. The owners, the captain
and the crew, all enjoy an excellent personal relationship with the
people at AMELS. They are really easy and friendly to deal with,
and we look forward to working with them again on future projects.
In the case of 4YOU, the project was finished before the delivery date
of 1 June and we had really a relaxing time towards the end. We didnt
get pushed into making rash decisions or rushing things, because
AMELS was always way ahead of schedule. We also did some crew
training with AMELS, and we were trained in all aspects of running the
yacht, which is something that you wont find at many shipyards.
When the yacht was delivered we had a snag list of maybe four or
five items, all of them very minor, and all of them dealt with when we
arrived at our first destination in the Mediterranean. The warranty and
after sales process is excellent, and I have no complaints. Im very
pleased with the shipyard; theyre wonderful people.
BERNHARD FRIEDRICH
Captain 4YOU
Client-focused
Great Attitude
I know from my experience as a captain of an AMELS yacht that they
make a fine vessel - a proven hull design, good sea-keeping qualities
and for exceptional value for money. Now as New Builds Supervisor
for Imperial, I know that Imperial has so many repeat clients because
the owners are happy with that value. We have already delivered
LA MIRAGE, UNITY (built as ADDICTION) and BEL ABRI.
Currently at Imperial we are overseeing the builds of three yachts,

yet to be named but yard numbers, 462, 463 and 5501. The finish
of an AMELS yacht is extremely good, as you would expect of a
premier northern European yard. When you look at the price, say,
for a 55-metre yacht and the high quality and equipment levels - you
wont find anything better anywhere, in my opinion.
What makes AMELS stand out is the great attitude. The atmosphere
at the shipyard and their attitude towards people like me - in our
position as technical managers on behalf of the owner - well its
just a nice atmosphere, its a nice work process. Inevitably there
are going to be differences of opinion but they are always dealt with
amicably and professionally.
Working for Imperial, I am very proud of Imperials endeavour

to provide the client with the highest standards of any service.
Managing projects with AMELS, we can be sure that all the projects
will be delivered on time and on budget. We havent had a late
delivery yet. We are proud of having such a reliable partner as
AMELS, whose values and constant striving for perfection are close
to our own.
They have a good after-sales team in place and everythings followed
up. They do whatever they can to assist, and its not been unknown
for after-sales to jump on an aeroplane and deliver some new lights
directly to the yacht. So yes, theyve got a good organisation and
theyll do whatever they can to keep the boat running perfectly at all
times, fixing any problems as quickly as possible.
With OCEAN Independence (OCI), every project begins by

determining the client's requirements, signalling the start of an
adventure.OCI look at all the client's needs and then research
the market for the builder that can deliver a yacht that takes into
account the design, the intended use of the vessel and the cruising
areas the client requires.
Often this research process brings OCI to AMELS as the best match
for the client's needs. AMELS offer construction of the highest
standard and an assured investment value for every new build.
The quality of their yachts is superb, due to their commitment to
continuous improvement. Their client-oriented team is always ready
to listen and advise on all of the client's needs.
Building a large yacht is a highly complex construction process,

reflected in the multi-million dollar investment in each creation, and
AMELS are experts in their field. In parallel with the AMELS team,
OCI believe that owners benefit from personal on-site representation
by OCEAN Management (OCM) to keep communications on
commercial and technical matters straightforward and regular.
OCI has worked on a number of projects with AMELS; two

171 LIMITED EDITIONS, WERE DREAMS and LADY NAG NAG
and the Amels 212 SEA RHAPSODY, all delivered on time and
within budget to their delighted owners, and all subsequently
managed on a day-by-day basis by OCM.
In all our dealings with AMELS they have proven to be one of

the most capable shipyards we have worked with, both in their
technical and organisational approach.The team at AMELS keep
their promises, are highly professional and down-to-earth which
provides almost a family feeling at the yard. They have created an
environment which, coupled with their outstanding yachts, brings
clients back time and again, and reassures new buyers that they
will be able to fulfil their yachting dream.
See more interviews at:

Films/TESTIMONIALS
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RAW BEAUTY
Has an unfinished yacht ever looked so beautiful? Legendary yachting photographer
Carlo Borlenghi captures the raw essence of Tim Heywoods beautiful design for the
curvaceous AMELS 199 as she emerged into daylight for the first time....
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TOP: A RENDERING ILLUSTRATING

THE FINISHED YACHTBOTTOM
LEFT: DISPLAYING HER GENTLE AND
HARMONIOUS CAMBERSBELOW
RIGHT: THE UNIqUE TUMBLEHOME
OF THE SCIMITAR BOW IS CLEARLY
SHOWN HERE
THE AMELS 199 HULL GLEAMS IN THE TWILIGHT
At AMELS we dont usually reveal images of a yacht in its unfinished state, but this time we
couldnt resist. Even as a rough sculpture before any fairing or painting, the first hull of Tim
Heywoods AMELS 199 design looked stunning. We hope you agree!
There was a point where Tim Heywood wondered if AMELS would allow him to depart from the
more classic lines of the clipper bow in favour of something more radical.
Im so pleased that AMELS did decide to go with my preferred design for the AMELS 199,
says the British designer. Now that we have seen her emerge into daylight for
the first time, I dont think anyone could ever regret that decision. She looks like
nothing else, and she looks stunning.
Heywood believes the innovative design is absolutely in step with the way many modern
owners are thinking. Increasingly there are some clients who really want to stand out and
make a statement with their yacht, and it is great that AMELS recognised that desire with
this design.
The combination of round, feminine curves juxtaposed with hard edges is set to turn heads
wherever she sails. And life on board will be very nice too, with a number of exciting
features and many opportunities for extensive customisation.
Here is just a small selection of the stand-out features on the AMELS 199:
Large owners suite with big round windows
Two VIP suites on bridge deck
Three lower-deck guest suites with direct access to very large beach club
Opening fold-down bulwarks on port and starboard sides, providing great views
for the 14-person dining/ meeting room
Great accommodation for the captain and 14 crew, making for very high levels of service
Large observation windows in the control room into the engine room offer a real
spectacle for guests who have a technical interestin motor yachting
Two 8-metre tenders stored in the foreship
To see more spectacular images by Carlo Borlenghi of Tim Heywoods design, go to:
www.amels199.com
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SEA TRIALS FOR THE FIRST 67M SEA AXE
RAPID RESPONSE
Traditionally built to a low standard, yacht support vessels have been slow to gain acceptance in
the demanding superyacht world. But the encouraging response to the DAMEN SEA AXE range
marketed by AMELS suggests that times are changing, as the market starts to see the appeal of
a powerful and graceful support vessel for the mother ship.
Rob Luijendijk believes the market for support vessels has been slow because they have
failed to live up to client expectations. The low performance of most support ships, and also
the fact that many are quite ugly and finished to a low quality - all these factors have meant
superyacht owners have tended to look the other way, says the managing director of AMELS.
We wanted to address all those shortcomings by offering a support ship that is capable of
carrying large and valuable items safely, is fast in all weathers, and looks every bit as good as
she performs.
And so the SEA AXE FYS (Fast Yacht

Support) range was launched, firstly with the
37-metre and 50-metre models, of which
two are already in active service. In summer
2012 the first 67-metre SEA AXE 6711 was
delivered, with a second hull already in build.
One of her first duties was to sail to the
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The 67-metre GARON

travelling with speed and grace
ABOVE: THE SEA AXE 6711 WAS BUILT AT THE DAMEN SHIPYARD
BELOW: GARCON SUCCESSFULLY COMPLETING HER SEA TRIALS IN HOLLAND
specifications
SEA AXE 6711 FYS
Monaco Yacht Show and, as Luijendijk points out: Anyone who saw the SEA AXE 6711 in Monaco
against the backdrop of so many luxury yachts would understand what we mean when we say the
SEA AXE fits into the superyacht environment beautifully. The SEA AXE is not an embarrassment to
be hidden out of view - her angular beauty and yacht-quality finish make her look right at home in
Monaco - or any other luxury destination.
LOA :
67.15 m
Beam:
11.2m
Gross Tonnage:
This first SEA AXE 6711 has been customised according to the requirements of the client, the
owner of a large luxury superyacht. For example the deck has been fitted with a helipad capable of
supporting a large helicopter with maximum take-off weight of 5000kg and is fully SOLAS certified
for commercial use. The deck design is modular, with an optional hangar to protect the helicopter
and any water toys such as tenders, jet skis and sailing dinghies from the worst of the elements.
1 1 2 8 t o nnes
The unique bow and underwater body shape of the SEA AXE design enables it to maintain high
average speeds in all sea states, making this a fast and dependable support ship - whatever the
weather. Different engine configurations are available, but if speed is of the essence, then the
SEA AXE 6711 is capable of delivering up to 25 knots of boat speed. She is not just a work horse,
however. Great care has also been taken with the aesthetic design and high quality finish of the
ship. The bridge interior is finished to superyacht
standards and the exterior is painted to the same quality
Watch the SEA AXE 6711
as a superyacht. And, as in the case of this first order of
on her sea trials:
the SEA AXE 6711, there is an option to finish the deck
in hard-wearing but good-looking Bolidt artificial teak.
Films
235 m (excluding heli platform)
Crew:
21
Range:
4 5 0 0 na u ti c al miles at 1 8 k n o ts
D e c k s pa c e :
Interior deck storage:
140 m
F u l l SOLAS h e l i p a d :
5 0 0 0 k g ta k e - o f f w eight
Engines:
4 x Cate r pilla r 1 4 2 5 k W
Speed:
1 8 - 2 5 k n o ts
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The Yard
The AMELS facilities in Vlissingen are among
the largest and most technically advanced ship
building yards anywhere in Europe.
YArD SpecIFIcAtIonS
construction hall #1
coNSTrucTIoN HALL #4
dry docK
LENGTH: 75.00 METrES
brEAdTH: 22.00 METrES

f i t t i n g - o u t q u ay # 1
construction hall #2
120.00 METrES
dry docK
f i t t i n g - o u t q u ay # 2
brEAdTH: 22.00 METrEs
220.00 METrES
coNSTrucTIoN HALL #3
f I T T I N G - o u T Q u AY # 3
120.00 METrES
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DREAMS TO REALITY
Some of the recent yachts to emerge from the yard
The last few seasons at the AMELS yard
have never been busier, with multiple
projects under construction at any one
time. All have been delivered on or ahead of
schedule, in plenty of time for each owner to
start enjoying a comfortable, trouble-free life
on board his dream yacht. Here we feature a
selection of those yachts.
The 54m ARIELA was built for an
experienced owner who loves sailing, and
specified a number of unique features for
the yacht, not least an enormous 2,500 litre
jacuzzi swim bath. Another 54m, SPIRIT,
is contemplating an expedition to Alaska,
having already clocked up an impressive
mileage since her delivery in May 2011.
Two 55m yachts were delivered in spring
2012, STEP ONE and 4YOU, both with
full-beam sky lounges. STEP ONE is fitted
with a touch-and-go helipad just above the
wheelhouse.
In just her first 12 months at sea, the
65-metre, IMAGINE, had already sailed
25,000 miles since her spring 2011 delivery.
Another 65-metre, SEA RHAPSODY, was
delivered a year later, at a spectacular
unveiling ceremony before 600 guests.
TOP LEFT: ARIELA

ABOVE: STEP ONE
BELOW: 4YOU
BELOW LEFT: SPIRIT
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AboVe: imagine in the meDiterranean

below: sea rhapsoDy sets sail
A spectacular musical christening for SEA RHAPSODY
in TO deTail: sTONe
selecting the perfect stone for a yachts interior
is not a straightforward process. Typically its the
owners designer who will select the marble, and it
might involve visits to many different parts of the
world to find the stone with the right colours, veins,
patterns, translucence for the project. Kai dittmar
from metrica says italian marble still ranks among
the most desirable of all types of marble, but that
other marbles from africa and the americas are
also very much in demand. The stone has such
beautiful variations from region to region, which
is why we organise dedicated visits to the source
of the stone. You go with the designer to choose
the slat of stone that you think will work. You
dont know the patterns and the veins in the stone
develop through the block until you cut it, so it can
mean going through tons of material until you find
the perfect section. its a long sampling process.
Once the right stone has been found, then comes
the delicate task of cutting it to just 20mm thick,
and then down to as little as 5mm or even 3mm, at
which point it is delicately attached by special glue
to an aluminium honeycomb panel in order to save
weight on board.
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4381 NA VLISSINGEN
PO BOX 84
4380 AB VLISSINGEN
THE NETHERLANDS
T +31 118 485002
F +31 118 485004
E info@amels-holland.com

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hans van triet

The amels aCademY

FROm sTRenGTh TO sTRenGTh - eVen in The haRd Times

The amels 180 and OTheR ReCenT deliVeRies

Not that anyone had much time to rest on

aside from the delivery of new yachts such

hans van triet

COnTinuOus imPROVemenT PROGRam

To give you an example, when people

sTeP One bY lauRa sessa

AboVe: main Deck saloon

STEP ONEs modern interior marks

and silverleaf. With aft guest cabins No.3

See the video of STEP ONE at:

She was designed to be eye-catching without being flashy

the opposite. There is nothing in your

IN HER FIRST 12 MONTHS, IMAGINE HAD ALREADY SAILED 25,000 MILES

all the stainless steel surfaces to a bronze

Above: Sliding circular door allows for indoor or al fresco dining

By comparison with some modern

inTeRView wiTh KOmmeR damen

View from the bridge

benefit from a continuing process

Kommer damen was born into

deniKis adVenTuRe TO The anTaRCTiC

52.30 METrES (171 fEET)

it was during the summer season of 2010 that the owner of

photo credit: ben harvey & deniki crew

JUST ONE SUPERYACHT PER YEAR GOES TO THE ANTARCTIC

Main picture left: Deniki required no

the many eXciting Destinations:

mediterranean summer season

trip bacK to the mediterranean

mediterranean summer season

summer mediterranean season

mediterranean summer season

winter amels refit

aROund The wORld

73.7 METrES (242 fEET)

even before ilONa was launched in 2004, the yachts experienced

ILONAS TRAVELS HAVE TAKEN HER TO ALL CORNERS OF THE GLOBE

Pictures (clockwise from top left):

One of the high points in her first summer

Suffice it to say that the owners are

With the owners knowing they would be

guest space on board, as well as a swimming pool. Commissioning another

McQueen pays tribute to RWD and AMELS

Vlissingen: seven centuries of shipbuilding

hans Konings, head of design

Where the perfect

Like his colleagues, Konings is focused on a cycle of never-ending

hans Konings trained as a merchant navy officer, although

The unique Fleet