First Amels 199 christened 'Event' in Holland

The first Amels 199, Event has been christened at the Amels yard in Vlissingen, Holland. The 60m motoryacht will set out in a few weeks on her maiden voyage to Norway to explore the spectacular fjords.

The punctual delivery of Event represents another successful collaboration between Amels and Imperial. “Of the many projects we have done with Amels, Event is one of the most exciting. Such a thrilling concept, brilliantly executed,” commented Imperial’s CEO, Evgeniy Kochman.

The christening was an emotional occasion, says the yard. The owner sent his thanks to the Amels workforce, there to enjoy the moment after many months of dedication and hard work. The honour of christening the yacht was given to Laura Sessa, the designer who worked closely with the owner in creating an interior that complements the bold theme of Tim Heywood’s lines for the Amels 199.

“I’m so pleased that Amels and the owner of Event shared my passion for such a thrilling looking design as the Amels 199,” said British designer Tim Heywood.

“On paper and in concept form the scimitar bow and reverse tumblehome features of the design looked very exciting, and now to see the reality is a dream come true.”



After her maiden voyage to Norway, Event will sail south for the Mediterranean where she will be available for charter. An appearance at the Monaco Yacht Show in September is also scheduled.

“Her dramatic looks will really turn heads in Monaco,” said Rob Luijendijk, managing director of Amels.

“Event looks stunning, so avant garde, yet unmistakably a Tim Heywood design. The Amels 199 remains true to the Limited Editions concept that we have been promoting for the past six years: a superior yacht of the highest quality and technical specification, delivered in much less time, whilst avoiding the risks of a full custom design.

"The continuing success of Limited Editions proves that we have found a 21st century concept that really appeals to the modern superyacht owner.”

Event has a 5,000 nm range at 13 knots. She accommodates up to 14 guests and 14 crew.

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Amels B.V.

Tim Heywood Designs Ltd.

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