Amels first in the Netherlands to reach new IMO environmental milestone
Amels has achieved the final milestone in its 18-month ‘Tier III’ programme, making it the first Dutch yacht builder to slash harmful NOX emissions by almost 80%. This custom engineering project reduces the environmental impact of the new 57.70-metre Amels 188 superyacht without compromising quality and comfort on board.
The luxury yacht builder is the first in the Netherlands to meet ‘Tier III’ levels following main engine tests last week and generator set tests at the end of last year. Under stringent new regulations developed by the IMO, large new motor yachts over 500 tonnes with a global cruising area must drastically reduce the harmful NOX emissions in their engine exhaust gases.
Despite industry concerns about the lack of available technology and the tight timeframe, Amels is proud to be showing the way forward with its new Amels 188 yacht currently under construction.“When the IMO clarified the deadline for the Tier III limits, we realised that the industry had no available integrated solution and very limited practical knowhow,” explains Amels Technical Director Hans van Triet. “So we took the lead to ensure there would be no delays for our clients, no compromise on luxury space, and no compromise on our renowned low levels of noise and vibrations. And I believe we’re doing our part to face up to these technical challenges and reduce the environmental impact of our industry. That can only benefit us all.”
