Amels, the Vlissingen yard acquired by Damen Shipyards in the 1980s, pioneered the concept of the standardised custom superyacht with its Limited Editions programme , a range of pre-engineered hull platforms customised by the owner within fixed structural parameters. The result is a fleet of 55 to 77 metre motor yachts that combine the quality of full-custom construction with significantly shorter build times and more predictable project costs. Charter vessels from the Amels fleet are among the most dependable in the superyacht market, reflecting the yard’s emphasis on engineering integrity and systematic quality control. For Freeport, an Amels superyacht of 55 to 77 metres finds an ideal home. Port Lucaya Marina accommodates vessels of this size with good fuel, provisioning and customs facilities. The yacht’s tenders handle excursions to Gold Rock Beach in Lucayan National Park, to the dive sites at Dead Man’s Reef and Pelican Point, and to the blue holes that UNEXSO’s guides operate at Ben’s Cave. Charter rates for Amels yachts in the Bahamas run from approximately 150,000 to 350,000 euros per week before expenses. The advance provisioning allowance adds around 30 per cent for fuel, provisioning, dockage and crew gratuity. Peak season runs December through April. Amels yachts attract charter guests who value engineering reliability and a consistent crew experience across multiple seasons of a vessel’s working life.
