Damen Yachting BV

What Damen Yachting BV does

Damen Yachting BV is the luxury superyacht division of the privately-held Damen Shipyards Group, headquartered in Vlissingen, Netherlands. The company manufactures three distinct yacht brands — Amels (semi-custom Limited Editions and Full Custom superyachts), Xplorer (expedition yachts combining luxury with exploration range), and Yacht Support (fleet support vessels) — and operates one of the Netherlands' largest superyacht refit and lifecycle service businesses. It serves primarily ultra-high-net-worth individuals and family offices, typically represented by professional owner's representatives such as Deeside Maritime and Imperial, alongside charter operators (the charter segment representing 45% of market demand).

The company builds on proprietary technical platforms including IMO Tier III clean emissions packages, hybrid propulsion systems, and diesel-electric propulsion with Kongsberg Elegance pods, delivering notable noise-and-vibration performance for yachts of this size. Its integrated manufacturing footprint spans specialized yards across Europe: Vlissingen for outfitting and refit (up to 215-metre covered drydocks), Gdynia Poland for Limited Editions hulls, Antalya Turkey for Yacht Support and Xplorer vessels, and Galati Romania for large and custom yacht hulls. The company also operates an 85-metre semi-submersible pontoon enabling float-on/roll-off (Flo-Ro) operations for yachts up to 80 metres — handling roughly 10 such operations per year in partnership with Mammoet. Damen Yachting has delivered nearly 100 superyachts to date, including 40+ Amels Limited Editions since 2005.

Commercially, Damen Yachting operates a direct enterprise sales model targeting UHNWI buyers, with no public price disclosure and multi-year contract cycles. Customer acquisition is anchored in major international boat shows (Monaco, Fort Lauderdale, Singapore, Dubai, Palm Beach, Miami), industry events, and an inbound pipeline built around owner referrals and professional representatives. Revenue streams span new-build construction (one-time, multi-year contracts), refit and lifecycle professional services, and spare-parts/after-sales support. The Amels Limited Editions platform achieves sale-to-delivery in under three years, providing a more efficient alternative to full-custom builds while preserving significant personalization through partnerships with external design studios (Espen Øino, Winch Design, Sinot, Harrison Eidsgaard).

Name

Damen Yachting BV

Legal name

Damen Yachting BV

Website

https://damenyachting.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1991

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

251–500 employees

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Luxury Superyacht Manufacturing

NAICS

Ship Building and Repairing (336611), Boat Building (336612)

SIC

Ship & Boat Building & Repairing (3730)

akta.pro primary industry

Semi-Custom Luxury Yacht Manufacturing (IMAJAMAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Superyacht & Megayacht Manufacturing (IMAJAEAD), Full-Custom Superyacht & Megayacht Manufacturing (IMAJAMAB), Luxury Yacht Tenders & Support Craft Manufacturing (IMAJAMAK), Yacht & Recreational Boat Service & Refit (TLAKAKAD)

Keywords

• Luxury superyacht construction
• Expedition yacht building
• Yacht refit services
• Semi-custom yacht design
• Yacht support vessels

Headquarters

HQ city

Vlissingen

HQ country

Netherlands

HQ region

Europe

Offices5 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. New Yacht Construction: Building of luxury superyachts including Amels Limited Editions (semi-custom), Amels Full Custom, Xplorer expedition yachts, and Yacht Support vessels. Each build is a major transaction with dedicated project management, engineering, and production teams.
2. Refit and Life-Cycle Services: Comprehensive large yacht refit, rebuild, repair, and lifecycle management services. 25 years of first-class refit experience at the Netherlands' largest superyacht hub. Services include technical upgrades, aesthetic redesigns, structural modifications, and maintenance.
3. Spare Parts and After-Sales Support: Sourcing and procurement of spare parts and specialists for operational yachts. Fleet engineering and customer care services worldwide.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels9 records

Core offering

Damen Yachting designs and builds luxury superyachts across three brands — Amels (semi-custom Limited Editions from 60 to 272 metres and Full Custom builds), Xplorer expedition yachts, and Yacht Support vessels — for ultra-high-net-worth owners. The company also delivers comprehensive refit, rebuild, repair and lifecycle management services at the Netherlands' largest superyacht hub in Vlissingen.

Product overview

Damen Yachting BV operates as a master yacht builder offering a diversified portfolio of luxury superyacht brands and services. The core products include Amels superyachts (semi-custom Limited Editions ranging from 60-272 metres and Full Custom builds), Xplorer expedition yachts (58-105 metres), and Yacht Support vessels. These are supported by comprehensive refit and lifecycle services including customer care, maintenance, and spare parts procurement. The company is part of the Damen Shipyards Group and leverages facilities in Vlissingen, Netherlands along with international yards in Poland, Turkey, and Romania.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Amels Limited Editions: Semi-custom luxury superyachts built on proven technical platforms with customization options
• Amels Full Custom
• Xplorer Expedition Yachts
• Yacht Support Vessels

Products and services

• Amels Limited Editions Semi-custom luxury superyachts from 60 to 272 metres built on proven technical platforms, with delivery in less than 3 years from sale. Buyers customize interiors and exteriors (typically working with designers such as Winch Design, Espen Øino, Sinot, Harrison Eidsgaard or Laura Sessa) while inheriting a tested hull and propulsion platform. Recent examples include the Amels 60 KHALIDAH and Amels 80 NETTO II.
• Amels Full Custom Fully bespoke superyacht construction for unique owner requirements with complete design freedom. Includes the Amels 120, currently the largest superyacht in-build in the Netherlands and largest Amels built to date, featuring five-deck design by Espen Øino and diesel-electric propulsion with Kongsberg Elegance pods. Longest delivery timelines and highest price points in the Amels range.
• Xplorer Expedition Yachts Expedition yachts combining superyacht luxury with expedition capability for remote exploration. The range includes Xplorer 58, 60, 62, 77, 80, and concept Xplorer 105, designed for adventurers seeking unlimited luxury and boundless exploration. Recent examples include Xplorer 60 AFTER YOU and the award-winning Xplorer 58 PINK SHADOW.
• Yacht Support Vessels Support vessels (typically 53m+) for owners seeking active and dynamic yachting lifestyles, providing additional space, support and flexibility for fleet operations. The fourth 53-metre YS53 completed sea trials in 2026 ahead of delivery.
• Refit & Life-Cycle Services Comprehensive large yacht refit, rebuild, repair, and lifecycle management services applying 25 years of first-class refit experience at the Netherlands' largest superyacht hub. Includes technical upgrades, aesthetic redesigns, structural modifications, and maintenance for Damen-built yachts and other brands.
• Customer Care & Spare Parts After-sales support and lifecycle services providing warranty management, dedicated fleet engineering, and global customer care. Each yacht is assigned a dedicated fleet engineer and project specialist for the warranty period and beyond, plus spare parts sourcing and procurement leveraging Damen Yachting's know-how and global network.

Quantifiable outcome

• Less than 3 years from sale to delivery for Amels Limited Editions
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Seven partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• J.P. Morgan Private BankcoreGTM or Marketing Partner · 15 December 2025J.P. Morgan Private Bank has renewed its sponsorship role at the Singapore Yachting Festival 2026, alongside Damen Yachting as exclusive flagship sponsor. Both companies highlight confidence in Asia's growing yachting market through regional outreach campaigns and exclusive events.
• Deeside MaritimecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerDeeside Maritime represents clients throughout the build and final construction phase of Amels superyachts, providing owner's representation and maritime management services.
• ImperialcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerImperial serves as owner's representative for Amels yacht builds, providing professional project management and client representation throughout the construction process.
• Espen ØinocoreTechnology or IntegrationEspen Øino provides exterior design for Amels superyachts including Amels 80 NETTO II and Amels 60 series. Renowned naval architect and yacht designer.
• Winch DesigncoreTechnology or IntegrationWinch Design provides custom interior design for Amels yachts including Amels 60 KHALIDAH and Amels 242 series. Award-winning design studio specializing in superyacht interiors.
• Harrison EidsgaardcoreTechnology or IntegrationHarrison Eidsgaard provides custom interior design for Amels 60 MEMORIES - first Amels 60 to feature custom interiors by this design studio, creating informal, contemporary beach house luxury aesthetic.
• Sinot Yacht Architecture & DesigncoreTechnology or IntegrationSinot Yacht Architecture & Design provides interior design for Amels superyachts including Amels 80 NETTO II, creating sophisticated and refined interior spaces.

Scale indicators10 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Sunseeker: UK-based luxury motor yacht builder with a strong semi-custom platform across the 15-40m range and selected larger models — adjacent competitor with overlapping customer base and brand-led marketing approach.
• CRN (Ferretti Group): Italian full-custom superyacht builder (60-90m) within Ferretti Group — competing in the same full-custom segment as Amels 120 and Amels 242, with comparable UHNW customer base.
• Benetti: Italian superyacht builder (part of Azimut|Benetti Group) producing both semi-custom and full-custom yachts in the 30-100m+ range — overlapping product line, customer segment, and competitive set.
• Lürssen: German family-owned superyacht builder and one of the world's largest, building 80m+ custom yachts with deep in-house engineering — directly comparable in scale, customer profile, and full-custom capabilities.
• Feadship: Royal De Vries and Royal Huisman joint venture; one of the leading Dutch custom superyacht builders (50m+) with comparable heritage, full-custom capabilities, and same primary customer segment (UHNWIs).
• Heesen Yachts: Netherlands-based semi-custom and custom superyacht builder (50-80m+) with a platform-based production model closely paralleling Amels' Limited Editions approach and the same Northern European shipbuilding ecosystem.
• Oceanco: Netherlands-based custom superyacht builder (typically 80m+) with strong sustainability and design-led positioning, competing for the same UHNW clients and the same Dutch shipbuilding talent pool.
• Sanlorenzo: Italian publicly-listed superyacht builder with a strong semi-custom and custom platform (24-70m+) — direct competitor for the Amels Limited Editions 60m and 80m yachts in the European and US markets.

Broad incumbents

• Ferretti Group: Italian publicly-listed luxury yacht conglomerate (Ferretti, Riva, CRN, Pershing, Custom Line) — broader incumbent competing across multiple segments and offering a comparable product mix to Damen Yachting's Amels, Xplorer, and Yacht Support portfolio.

Others

• Damen Shipyards Group: Parent conglomerate of Damen Yachting; operates 35 shipyards globally across naval, workboats, and yachts — adjacent in the sense of shared shipbuilding infrastructure, engineering, and supply chain that underpins Damen Yachting's production.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks7 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles8 records

Subsidiaries3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

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