First Amels 188 delivered

The Amels 188 is the world's first superyacht with Tier III approval. The regulation issued by the International Maritime Organisation applies to yachts over 500 gross tons whose construction began after 1 January 2016. Initially only binding for North America and the Caribbean, it stipulates, among other things, a reduction in nitrogen oxide emissions of around 70 per cent. The North Sea and Baltic Sea will follow in 2021 - and then the requirements will also apply to yachts under 500 gross tonnes with hulls longer than 24 metres. Amels already incorporated the Tier III regulations into the design phase in 2014 and worked closely with the engine builders at MTU. The result is a propulsion package consisting of twin diesels, heat recovery, generators and a battery bank that allows the hotel to operate entirely without rattling generators. The specifications state a top speed of 15.5 knots and a range of 4500 nautical miles at 13 knots.

Although the exterior of "Volpini 2" is similar to the other limited edition models, it is still recognisably different. Tim Heywood, long-time Amels designer, stretches the bow very far, and not just on the upper superstructure as in the 180 series. On the 188, the sun and main decks run in an arch that ends openly. In contrast to the Amels 180, which was sold 24 times, this has a thoroughly modern look and also distracts from the considerable increase in volume from 671 to 970 gross tonnes.

With a beam of 10.60 metres, Reymond Langton has created an interior with six guest cabins, one of which is located on the bridge deck, and an owner's suite including a twelve-square-metre folding balcony. A lift leads up to the sky lounge on the sundeck and the beach club and wellness area are connected to the saloon via a staircase.