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At Heesen, we are dedicated to building superyachts in aluminium and steel that offer speed, style and fuel-efficient cruising. With an unrelenting focus on quality, craftsmanship and innovation, Heesen has created one of the world’s most impressive shipbuilding legacies. Our portfolio consists of three build concepts, which address our customers’ differing requirements regarding delivery times and personalisation. All rely on proven engineering and the renowned ‘Crafted in Holland’ build quality.

Fully engineered yachts, part of our speculation programme, available with short delivery times.

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The smart balance between proven performance, speed of delivery and customisation.

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Realised dreams that start with a blank sheet of paper, or inspired by one of our concepts.

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Discover our Series yachts that are in build and for sale, so you can enjoy your yacht sooner.

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We must all take responsibility for protecting what we love. By introducing BlueNautech, Heesen continues to support the future of sustainable yachting through improved efficiencies, alternative materials, energy savings and innovative production methods.

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The Dutch Superyacht Industry

Delivers the highest-quality superyachts featuring unique designs, which rank in the top 3 worldwide. Holland Yachting Group represents this industry consisting of superyacht builders, design companies, system integrators, construction specialists, architects and marine equipment suppliers. It’s our mission ​ to strengthen the competitive position of the Dutch yachting industry in the global market and to foster international trade. We actively unite market leaders based in the Netherlands who excel in building world-class superyachts and have done so for over five decades.

It starts with dreaming, with inspiration. That’s when we discover new worlds. Where everything seems to be perfect as if it’s divine. We can’t think of anything else, because we become what we love. Mutual trust and curiosity makes us invincible and thrives us. It’s how we keep on going forward. Something more than words.

is our clear vision. The amount of knowledge, the high-end designs, the latest innovations, technology and true passion: this country has all it takes to build superyachts one could only dream of. An experience to remember forever.

Want to become a partner? Please contact us to see what the possibilities are. As a partner we want to create a win-win situation in bringing the best of the companies to the surface.

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Amels superyachts are built on the solid foundation of craftsmanship and Dutch yacht-building excellence. Sophisticated, timeless classics that combine generations of experience and elegance with evolution and innovation. Aimed at raising the bar and setting a new standard in superyacht ownership. 

With both our Amels Limited Editions semi-custom range and our Amels Full Custom opportunities, we enable you to spend your precious time in the best way possible. 

Elegant and conscious modern yachting forms the essence of our Amels portfolio. A sought-after range of new-build superyachts with both semi-custom Limited Editions and Full Custom projects, recognised for their quality, ocean-going performance and unrivalled onboard experience.

With close to 100 Amels superyachts already cruising world wide, our fleet is our greatest achievement. A legacy reflecting decades of the highest build quality with proven naval architecture, technology and experience. Whether in build or delivered, our fleet is our family.

The maritime pedigree and heritage behind Amels stretch back centuries. With Dutch family shipbuilding at the core. Starting in 1918, the Amels family paved the way for what Amels has become today under the ownership and guidance of the Damen family.

This award-winning 60-metre (197ft) Amels Limited Editions design has been turning heads since her introduction in 2019. A next-generation semi-custom Amels that blends heritage with sophisticated technology, taking the superyacht industry’s greatest success story into the future. Just like the global fleet of close to 50 Limited Editions yachts at sea today, this sought-after Amels 60 is fast becoming become the collectors’ item for tomorrow’s generation of yacht owners, popular for both charter and private use.

The Amels 80 is shaping the future of luxury yachting. With evolution in her DNA, she captures the evolution and elegance of modern yachting at its essence. Her sophisticated and sustainable design is guaranteed to stand the test of time. This 80-metre Amels Limited Editions combines exclusive know-how and proven innovation to create an even more enjoyable yachting experience. Introduced in 2022, this next-generation semi-custom Amels has firmly taken her place as a leader in the 80-metre superyacht sector.  

Full Custom

We offer 25 years of non-stop, first-class refit experience at The Netherlands’ largest superyacht hub. For our own fleet and all other brands. A trusted refit, rebuild and service partner to maintain, manage and upgrade each client’s dream for an enjoyable and trouble-free ownership experience. The gateway to the world beyond new build delivery.

Discover 25 years of non-stop, first-class refit experience at The Netherlands’ largest superyacht hub. Renowned for timeless new builds as well as masterful and reliable refits, our craftsmen cater for both Amels yachts and all other brands.

Amels Classics

Today’s Amels 60 and Amels 80 stem from a long line of successful, timeless Amels Limited Editions. Over 40 semi-custom superyachts, each a masterpiece in her own right and each a showcase for the Limited Editions concept and quality. Each individually personalised with unique colour schemes, custom interiors and special features made to meet Owner’s specific needs. All delivering unique and unforgettable experiences. A legacy which has fed into the evolution of Amels. A collection of Limited Editions built over two decades collectively forming the Amels Classics.

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We are Damen Yachting. The master yacht builders behind Amels superyachts, Xplorer expedition yachts, Yacht Support vessels and large yacht refits. For generations we have been building iconic superyachts with unparalleled Dutch craftsmanship, excellent service and an eye for the changing world around us. With an innovative and foresighted view. But most of all with your vision of yachting in mind.

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Built on the solid foundation of generations of craftsmanship, Amels yachts are synonymous with luxury and elegance. Beyond the aesthetics, an Amels yacht holds the promise of the most precious gift of all, time.

Welcome to the world of Xplorer. A world of infinite adventures where superyachts and expedition yachts combine. A unique crossover of unlimited luxury and boundless exploration. For innovators. For people who forge their own path, with a clear goal in mind.

Yacht Support

Welcome to the world of Yacht Support. A world of unlimited possibilities for those Owners looking to take on yachting on their own terms. Those who embody an active and dynamic lifestyle and have a particular vision or mission.

Our comprehensive large yacht Refit and Life-Cycle Management services apply decades of yacht building experience and in-house engineering capabilities to your yacht. Whether refit, rebuild or repair, we guarantee to breathe new life into your yacht at the Netherlands’s largest luxury yacht building facilities.

Dutch Maritime Legacy

Damen Yachting’s superyacht story spans generations. A rich history dating back to the foundation of Amels in 1918, and Damen in 1927. A family legacy built on centuries of Dutch shipbuilding traditions, ocean-going adventures and enjoyment on the water.

Unrivalled Facilities

From the largest luxury yacht building shipyard in the Netherlands to our yard locations across Europe, we are proud to offer state-of-the art facilities with direct access to open water for both new build and refit.

Our fleet is our proudest achievement. Each one a reminder of our build quality, promise and legacy. Explore our superyachts delivered to date and our future fleet in build.

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Experience your Finest Moments

You’ve reached this point in your life. It’s time for your Moonen.

Moonen Yachts in the Netherlands creates unsurpassed excellence in the grand tradition of Dutch yacht building. From collaborating to create your yachting vision to relaxing in luxury in exotic destinations, owning a Moonen is a totally rewarding experience.

Mustique YN202

Status: Completed Delivery: Immediate

Martinique YN205

Status: In build Delivery: April 2025

Together we will create the ideal Moonen for you.

We are excited to begin each new collaboration. We cherish the bond that develops between owner and our team when creating your exclusive masterpiece.

“Wherever we’ve been, the people who come on board at other ports,

other shipowners, everyone is really enamoured by the beauty, the quality and the uniqueness of the ship. We’re so proud to have our name on it!”

— Owner of BOTTI (a 36.3m Martinique)

No two Moonen yachts share the same journey.

Each of the 80 Moonen yachts delivered since 1981 reflects their owner’s unique design journey and vision. We don’t aim to build the most yachts or the biggest yachts. We simply build the best.

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Moonen news and milestones. Curious?

Take a closer look at the most recent developments at Moonen Yachts. We share personal stories of inspiration, introduce you to Moonen people and reveal how we work behind the scenes.

Moonen Yachts is pleased to announce that it has signed an exclusive global sales representation agreement with IYC.

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I am here here to answer all your questions and provide you with personalized advice. Don’t hesitate to get in touch with me!

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Navigating #extraordinary% journeys

‘As proud Dutch yacht builders with a passion for perfection, we realize dreams that enter history books’

Your journey begins #the moment you step on board.%

The one boat you’ve always dreamed about. Many times, you have imagined it: you know every little detail. But who understands exactly what you want? Where to build it? Where can you find the quality, the capacity and the passion to fulfill all your wishes? Who do you trust to bring this voyage to a successful end?  We understand what you want to achieve; it is our mission to realize your dream.

You want a proven design and building process that #brings it% #all together%

Whether you’re a private owner embarking on the journey of building or refitting your dream boat, a professional seeking a collaborative partnership with a shipyard, or a brand owner envisioning the construction of your yachts, finding the right yard is key. You want a yard that understands your goals, budget and timeframe and works within those parameters. For you, clear communication and a transparent process are key. You want a yard that shares the joy of seeing your vision come to life.

Crafting yachts, #building legacies%

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Where imagination meets the sea, beyond my imagination.

For our demanding clients and diverse projects, it is important that we have a reliable partner nearby who can deliver the quality and craftsmanship required for our new build and refit projects.

It is one of the main reasons that we like to work with VMG Yachtbuilders. The fact that fulfilling agreements and sound management are self-evident is a requirement for our unusual assignments.

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Baruna of 1938

Bestevaer 50 Stormvogel

Spirit of Venice

Puffin 50 Jaleo

Chaser 500CC

Saloon boat Sally

Taeke Hadewych

Royal Huisman 64 Yonder

Saloon boat Proost van Sint Jan

IJver (IJver Class)

Puffin 50 SeaBear

Grand Estime 62 Misha

Puffin 37 Haaks

Agile 42 Karma

The art of building #bespoke yachts.%.

Centuries of craftsmanship

The Netherlands has a long tradition in yacht building and cargo vessels. You will find the best yards in the world in the Netherlands. The boatbuilding skills are passed on from generation to generation. West-Friesland, the area where VMG Yachtbuilders is firmly rooted, has been a centre for yacht building for many decades. Strong family traditions, the ambition to be the best in the trade and a powerful work ethos characterize the success of this region.

Reliability

Building a new boat, working on a refit or doing a routine maintenance project: boats will be boats and, inevitably, there will be bumps in the road.

You want a yard that is reliable, works on time, delivers what is promised and communicates promptly when things don’t go according to plan. We take pride in our reliability and work hard to involve you every step of the way.

Flexibility

You have carefully considered your dream yacht, but when you see it taking shape before your eyes, things may look different than you envisioned it.

We understand that, in the course of the building stages, your ideas evolve which may lead to design changes. Our team will listen to your new plans and adjust the process accordingly.

Availability and capacity

You want the best craftsmen to work on your boat. Through our innovative set-up, we can make the right highly skilled staff available for your project in every phase: from building the hull and finishing the interior to maintenance projects and after sales projects. In our three production facilities we have the right equipment to work fast and efficient. Come and have a look; we are happy to show you around.

Knowledge and experience

Albeit a maintenance project, a refit or a brand new yacht: you have ideas about how you want it done. We listen carefully to your ideas and will pair them with our knowledge and experience to create the best solutions. Innovation starts with the exchange of ideas and mixed with skill and expertise it leads to great results.

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Since 1918 The Amels shipyard has been building quality ships. It wasn’t until 1982 that the yard entered the luxury yacht market with the construction of the 48m KATALINA. Situated in Holland, this impeccably clean and exceptionally organized. Amels is a subsidiary of the Damen Group and is one of the largest luxury yacht builders in Holland.

In addition to fully custom yachts, the yacht is known for his Limited Editions including the Amels 180, Amels 188, Amels 206, Amels 212, Amels 242 and Amels 272.

Moran Yacht & Ship have successfully completed a number of projects including the 74m Amels PLVS VLTRA .

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A century of experience in premium dutch shipbuilding.

Amsterdam Yacht Builders offers you a distinctive, no-nonsense solution for building, refitting, maintaining and servicing yachts of the highest pedigree. Leveraging on a century of experience at the heart of the Dutch maritime sector, our experts work in a flexible and client-oriented way. Renowned for our completely transparent way of doing business. We apply the latest technology and offer a genuinely balanced price-quality performance.

New builds shaping your future

A constant source of pride to us.

As yachtsmen ourselves, we know very well what a big decision it is to order a brand-new boat. Everyone at the yard will do their utmost to create a superb sailing yacht or motoryacht that gives you and your family many years of pleasure. And be a constant source of pride to us.

Refits as good as new

That’s our refit promise.

When the time comes to upgrade your precious boat to the latest technologies or your changed circumstances, or to refit a new acquisition to your personal preferences, it’s essential to work with a partner you can trust. No hidden surprises or costs, just the know-how and craftsmanship you require. That’s our refit promise

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Let’s get busy.

The fact that AYB has the largest boat lift in the Netherlands showcases the importance we attach to maintenance activities. Our first-class craftsmen and engineers stand ready to offer every conceivable support. The full range of in-house expertise is profiled here and all services are available with transparent upfront costs. Let’s get busy.

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The Top 10 Best Yacht Builders In The World

Here is our list of the best yacht builders on earth. Deciding which shipyard will build your luxury yacht is a complex and deeply personal choice, depending on many factors including the level of customization you want, your budget, the location of the shipyard, and the ‘feel’ you get for the yard’s vision and people.

Our list of the best yacht builders is naturally subjective and will not feature every well-known brand. Our short selection includes a range of shipyards, from manufacturers of the some of the most iconic custom-built superyachts to hugely popular production yacht builders.

Here are the best yacht builders on earth, sorted by region.

Usa – best yacht builders.

Westport is one of the dominant players in the American yacht-building market, with a hugely popular range of tri-deck and raised pilothouse motoryachts built from composite materials. Their models range from from the 112′ to 164′ (34m to 50m) series, allowing the yacht owner to customize the interior layout without the high cost and long timescale of fully-custom construction. As the largest American yacht building company in operation, Westport has a proud history of high quality yacht manufacturing dating back to 1964, with over 100 superyachts and over 170 fishing vessels launched from their Pacific Northwest Shipyard. Westport yachts are extremely popular in the US brokerage and charter market and have a reputation for holding their value well. View current Westport yachts for sale .

Christensen Yachts prides itself on the construction of American-built custom and semi-custom superyachts from fiberglass, including well known yachts M/Y CASINO ROYALE, M/Y SILVER LINING and award-winning M/Y ODESSA. Founded by superyacht owners, Christensen has a loyal following of yacht owners, many of whom are repeat customers. Currently producing yachts at its Vancouver, WA yard between 100’ to 165’ (35m to 50m) in length, Christensen was bought out in 2015 and is in the process of building America’s largest superyacht facility in Tennessee, which will construct vessels up to 70m. View current Christensen yachts for sale .

Northern Europe – Best Yacht Builders

German superyacht builder Lurssen is the builder of the largest superyacht in existence, the 590’ (180m) M/Y AZZAM, which was completed in an astonishingly quick three years. Known for superb build quality and large projects across its superyacht, naval vessel, as well as its’ yacht refit and management divisions, Lurssen is a family-run shipyard with a prestigious yacht building heritage spanning back to 1875, when it constructed the first ever motoryacht. Lurssen is the builder of 5 of the top 10 largest yachts in the world. View current Lurssen yachts for sale.

Feadship, Netherlands: For some yacht owners, the only name worth knowing is Feadship. This prestigious brand is synonymous with Dutch superyacht quality, and has a legion of steadfast and loyal fans. Dating back to 1849, Feadship creates fully custom yachts from a ‘blank slate’ beginning, priding themselves on creating supremely unique, innovative yachts that stand the test of time. There are 450 bespoke yachts currently afloat in the Feadship fleet, including M/Y HASNA, a 239’ (73m) with a revolutionary layout. Read more on Dutch yacht builders . View current Feadship yachts for sale .

Amels’ vast and high-tech superyacht facility is the largest in the Netherlands, producing iconic, high-value yachts up to 330’ (100m), including their 2017 flagship yacht, 272’ (83m) M/Y HERE COMES THE SUN. Amels offer a fully custom yacht building service, as well as their exceedingly popular Limited Edition Series, whereby the yacht owner retains control over interior and exterior design but the yacht is built on a proven platform, thereby slashing the build time. Amels also builds support yachts through their parent company, DAMEN, a heavyweight in global shipbuilding. View current Amels yachts for sale .

Dutch yacht builder Heesen is known for its aluminum and steel superyachts and innovative use of technology, as seen in the revolutionary fast displacement hull form first seen in the multi-award winning M/Y GALACTICA STAR, and the hybrid propulsion utilized in the 2017 launch of M/Y HOME. With a fleet of over 170 yachts launched since inception in 1978, Heesen is known for pushing the boundaries of what is possible in superyacht design and engineering. Heesen builds motoryachts between 100’ to 265’ (30m to 80m) in length at its Oss shipyard. View current Heesen yachts for sale .

Now owned by Lurssen, Blohm + Voss is a yachting powerhouse in its own right, constructing magnificent large superyachts including the iconic MOTOR YACHT A and 531’ (162m) M/Y ECLIPSE, currently the third-largest yacht in the world. The vast Blohm +Voss facility in Hamburg, Germany creates striking custom motoryachts and sailing yachts. View current Blohm +Voss yachts for sale.

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Benetti is a powerhouse of luxury yacht building, with a very healthy order list and a boat- building pedigree stretching back to 1873. Since 1960, Benetti has been constructing superyachts in Italy, including iconic yachts MY KINGDOM in 1980, then the largest yacht in the world at 280’ (85m), right through to recent launches such as the award-winning M/Y 11.11. Benetti is part of the Azimut-Benetti Group, the largest producer of luxury yachts in the world, building semi-custom and fully custom yachts between 100′ and 330′ (30m and 100m) long. Known for their Italian style and long history of yacht construction, Benetti has a loyal following of yacht owners who return to the yard each time they upgrade. View current Benetti yachts for sale .

The creators of one of the most well-known yachts on the planet, S/Y MALTESE FALCON, Perini Navi enjoys a superb reputation as a sailing superyacht builder, and also entered the large motoryacht market in 2007 under its Pichiotti brand. Perini Navi yachts are known for their superyacht luxuries and interior volume, as well as the technically brilliant sailing systems that allow these large yachts to be operated by a small crew. Perini Navi dominates the sailing superyacht market with its range from 130’ to 200’(40m to 60m), constructed at their three shipyards in Viareggio, La Spezia in Italy and also in Istanbul. View current Perini Navi yachts for sale .

UK – Best Yacht Builders

Sunseeker is one of the most instantly recognizable names in the yachting world, building performance luxury yachts known for their speed and sleek looks. Once better known for their smaller sport yachts, Sunseeker is now a major player in the superyacht market, with customizable yacht models from 75′ to 155′, as well as constructing the Predator range with a top speed of 45 knots. Built and engineered in Dorset, UK, Sunseeker is Britain’s most famous luxury yacht builder, creating the hand-finished yachts regularly featured on James Bond films. View current Sunseeker yachts for sale .

Worth Avenue Yachts has extensive experience with each of these yacht brands. To find out more about the relative advantages of these shipyards or the other high-quality shipyards that we recommend, please contact us for an expert discussion.

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Sichterman Yachts combines decades of family craftsmanship with smart design and super yacht technology. As a result, we are creating an innovative company which will shake up the yacht industry in its own unconventional way.

With a keen sense of style, design and customer satisfaction, we strive to create a unique aluminium fleet from 15M up to 26M which our clients will indefinitely fall in love with.

PEOPLE, PASSION & PERFECTION

Sichterman is about a group of passionate people that found each other in a shared vision about yachting. Every component of the Sichterman team has its own expertise, whether it’s about designing, constructing or selling world class and innovative yachts.

We know that individually we can all go a long way, but as a team we can conquer the world.

The creation of excellence

Beauty is always in the eye of the beholder, but quality can be measured. The reason why we combined our vision with true Dutch craftsmanship and the passion of our amazing people. The only way to ensure every part, every element and every assembly meets our own impossible standards.

This results in aluminium yachts that are redefining the existing boundaries of yachting. Every so often, an innovative new company or product completely changes an entire branch. Sichterman wants to be that brand.

Nil vinclis dulcius illis

Our motto: ‘nothing is stronger than our mutual bond’. We found that, if you pursue a dream together, there’s no bridge too far to reach your goal. Our shared passion for Sichterman makes that, independently of what happens in the meantime, we will always continue our journey to change the world of yachting.

The Sichterman legacy

Jan Albert Sichterman was a Dutch V.O.C. merchant from the 18th century. Sichterman had a lot of influence on the silk and textile trade between Bengal and the Netherlands. After his career in the East, he returned to his homeland as a very wealthy man.

Sichterman was known for being a collector of valuables and had a great eye for quality and details. Today, his legacy lives on in our brand, fleet and our vision to create a successful company.

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Project 821: The World’s First Hydrogen-Powered Superyacht

• By Kim Kavin
• September 20, 2024

How do you store compressed liquid hydrogen on a superyacht at the equivalent of minus-423 degrees Fahrenheit?

This was the toughest question Dutch builder Feadship faced as it set out to create Project 821, the world’s first hydrogen-cell superyacht. “The aim has been to develop a new, clean technology not just for this project, but for the world,” says Jan-Bart Verkuyl, Feadship director and CEO at Royal Van Lent Shipyard.

Hydrogen fuel cells offer great promise for combustion-free cruising, with only electricity and water as their byproducts. But unlike with vehicles and spacecraft, the technology is new to recreational yachts. Weight isn’t the problem because hydrogen is light, but safely storing it on a vessel requires a double-walled cryogenic tank in a dedicated room. According to Feadship, it takes eight to 10 times more space to store hydrogen than the energy equivalent in diesel fuel.

Project 821’s size, at 390 feet long, made it a good candidate to test the technology. The tank on board holds about 4 tons of hydrogen, with the system able to provide a week’s worth of silent operation at anchor, or navigating at 10 knots while leaving harbors or cruising in protected marine zones.

All of that was achieved in addition to the kind of luxury that Feadship clients demand. The yacht’s design is by RWD, with owner representation by Edmiston. It has the most hull openings of any Feadship to date, with 14 balconies. Guest amenities include an elevator and a library.

“We have now shown that cryogenic storage of liquefied hydrogen in the interior of a superyacht is a viable solution,” Verkuyl says. “Future innovations on fuel cells and onboard reforming of methanol to hydrogen are on the near horizon.”

New Horizons

There were no regulations for hydrogen storage and fuel-cell systems on a superyacht, so Feadship, along with Edmiston and Lloyd’s Register, developed appropriately scaled equipment, protocols and safety regulations as part of the build.

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Project 821 is also the largest motoryacht ever launched in the Netherlands. It is about the same length as Feadship’s Launchpad, but with 30 percent more volume.

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