Showtime for our Diverse Portfolio
Throughout the first semester of 2025, we have proudly showcased our diverse portfolio of yachting brands and products bringing a range of yachting solutions to meet every need all around the globe from the Middle East to the United States to Europe and the Far East. From hosting clients to organising events and investing in strategic partnerships, the first half of this year has been dedicated to bringing our brands to connections old and new worldwide. Here’s a look back at how the journey shaped up with some of the highlights.
Private Cocktail event organised by Damen Yachting at the Atyco rooftop bar in Dubai
Dubai Boat Show
First show of 2025 was the Middle East with Dubai International Boat Show in February. This is a show we’ve been exhibiting at for a number of years now as we continue to solidify our presence in the region. This year visitors once again joined us at our stand where we showcased our complete range across Amels, Xplorer and Yacht Support. Beyond the stand we were also delighted to host our own prestigious event for Owners, key business figure heads, brokers and designers with an exclusive evening together with the Damen family looking out over the impressive night skyline of Dubai!
Image 1 Hosting and meeting people at our stand in Dubai
Image 2 Scale model of the Amels 60
Image 3 The Damen family at the Amels and Damen Yachting stand
Palm Beach International Boat Show
Palm Beach International Boat Show has fast become a must-attend for the American market and this year’s show in March didn’t disappoint. With a strong representation from the Damen Yachting team on the ground we hosted clients, brokers, captains and industry friends across two locations. Our primary show location centred around our large stand with hospitality area – home to meetings, scale models and a number of get togethers.
Outside the show we teamed up with the Palm Beach Atelier, making a connection to the world of art, interior design and collectables. Alongside hosting a private and exclusive exhibition of the photo works by Annelies Damen, this incredible space was also a key event location including Women in Yachting, an event for Brokers, our press event and an exclusive private dinner for 20 of Palm Beach’s most notable residents. It was during this show that we also unveiled the three new interior concepts for our Amels 60.
Our stand at PIBS is designed as a calm and informal meeting hub. A place connect, learn more about our products, host meetings and enjoy refreshments from our bar!
Image 1 A number of our fleet, including YS 5009 SHADOW, were just down the road from the show providing easy access for clients wishing to step on board
Image 2 The Damen Yachting Team ready for the Palm Beach International Boat show
Image 3 Photography artbook of Annelies Damen, exhibiting at the Atelier of Sarah Magnus; a unique setting that brings art and atmosphere together
As main sponsors of the Singapore Yachting Festival Superyacht Lounge, Damen Yachting held a unique location within the show providing VIPs with an exclusive area to get to know everything about the brand portfolio as well as host events
Image 1 Proud to be part of the Singapore Yachting Festival and connecting with the global yachting community
Image 2 Celebrating yachting culture in one of Asia’s most iconic waterfronts
Image 3 A perfect blend of luxury, innovation, and maritime spirit in the heart of Singapore
Singapore Yachting Festival
A global boat show agenda wouldn’t be complete without Asia on the map and first stop in this region was the Singapore Yachting Festival in April. Our presence warmed up with not only the South East Asia Yachting Conference, where Damen Yachting participated in a panel discussion, but also with a win for the Amels 80 and the Yacht Style Awards on the eve of the show. With two successful events behind us, we were delighted to head into the show as main sponsor of the Superyacht Lounge for what proceeded to be a successful week of making new connections, product presentations and fostering a collaborative approach to developing the market opportunities.
Haico van Roeden (left) and Captain Fraser Gow (right)
Asia- Pacific Superyacht Summit - Hong Kong
For the second year in a row, we headed to Hong Kong in May as Event Partner for the Asia-Pacific Superyacht Summit, organised and hosted by Superyacht Times. This two-day conference provided unique insights into market developments in the region, provided excellent networking opportunities and challenged both panellists and delegates to really think about how we can work together to explore the possibilities for the superyacht market sector in this region.
During this event Damen Yachting’s Haico van Roeden, Technical Manager Design & Proposal joined a panel to share insights on the latest innovations in striking the balance between sustainability and operational performance and Amels Captain Fraser Gow shared his experiences of extensive cruising in Asian waters in a one on one Q&A with Francesca Webster.
Image 1 Superyacht Times organised a gala dinner during the Summit bringing delegates and their guests together in a unique setting for an exclusive evening of networking and entertainment
Image 2 Amels Captain Fraser Gow joined the Summit on behalf of Damen Yachting sharing his perspectives on operational excellence and the future of superyachting in the Asia-Pacific region
Image 3 Damen Yachting’s attendance and continued commitment to the Summit aligns with the companies long term vision for development in this region