We areDamen Yachting
For generations we have been building iconic superyachts for people who want nothing but the best. From our diverse portfolio of Amels superyachts, Xplorer luxury expedition yachts, Yacht Support vessels and large yacht refits we have delivered almost 100 superyachts for both private and charter use. Today we focus our core yacht building business on a proven standardised technical platform, ocean-going capability, next generation technology, craftsmanship and quality. All encompassed in a conscious approach to yacht building aimed at getting you out on the water faster.
Our Core Values
For generations we have been building iconic superyachts for people who want nothing but the best. From our diverse portfolio of Amels superyachts, Xplorer luxury expedition yachts, Yacht Support vessels and large yacht refits we have delivered almost 100 superyachts for both private and charter use. Every yacht we build is founded on our core values which we are proud to uphold.
Dedicated to Excellence
The pursuit of perfection and attention to the smallest details are the driving force behind our team’s daily motivation to build the world’s best superyachts. We want to be absolutely leading and are proud of the recognition our yachts and build approach have received for decades.
Trusted and Responsible
Keeping promises is strongly anchored in our internal culture and characteristic of our Dutch mentality. Both among ourselves on the work floor and the agreements we make with customers and suppliers. We feel responsible for the world around us and take action to support this.
Tradition and Craftsmanship
We have been building yachts since 1918 and cherish the knowledge and craftsmanship that is passed on from generation to generation. The culture of a close-knit family business creates a working atmosphere that is passionate and driven, connected continuity.
Our Corporate Culture
Teamwork and dedication are absolute conditions for being successful in our business. Combine that with our drive for fun and pleasure in the workplace and you begin to understand the Damen yachting culture. We build and deliver yachts in the highest echelon of the yacht building industry and we want this to be fun and to deliver on our promises. So that our clients can enjoy their finest moments on board our market-leading portfolio worldwide wherever their journey takes them. That underlines our leading position and makes us the most reliable partner and yacht builder in the world of luxury superyachts.
Sustainability
We take our responsibility as a yacht builder seriously. Enjoying life in, on and under water is central to everything we believe in. Loving our oceans is embedded in our DNA and therefore protecting them is of paramount importance. But we also know that this responsibility begins on own shores. At the yards where we build our yachts, with our people and with our yachts. We consciously choose to make sustainability a priority in our working practices and look to change what we can and influence where we can make a difference.
Our Locations
As part of the Damen Shipyards Group, owned by the Damen family, our clients benefit from access to the Group’s extensive global network of shipyards including dedicated Damen Yachting hubs. Our headquarters and main shipyard sit in Vlissingen at the largest luxury yacht building yard in the Netherlands. The heart of our operations, serviced by more than 1,500 craftsmen and women working together with our clients’ teams and co-makers.
Our History
Discover everything there is to know about our shipbuilding DNA and our journey into yacht building. A rich history and heritage which dates back centuries to the historic maritime shores of Zeeland and family legacies deeply rooted in the ship building business.
Join our Team
We offer an exciting range of opportunities in the world of yacht building and as part of one of the world’s largest and most successful shipbuilders. Find out more about how you can move your career upstream with us.