At the start of this year, the AMEL Yard continue their transformation – CHAPTER 3

2024-01-26

AMEL Yard are on a roll, continuing the transformation of their production site and starting the year with great momentum!

Since last July, AMEL has been undertaking a significant makeover at their La Rochelle production site. Named the P.H.A.R.E project (Preserving AMEL’s Heritage by Reinventing it Together), this transformation marks a strategic shift, blending history with innovation. Recently, a major milestone was achieved with the relocation of hull molds to a new extension, ensuring seamless production during the renovations. The reception building has undergone some revamps, both aesthetic and functional, aimed at enhancing visitor experiences and operational efficiency.

Due to these significant renovations, the AMEL team has decided to skip the BOOT Düsseldorf boat show this year, focusing instead on this modernization. However, AMEL 50 and 60 yachts are up for viewing and sea trials in La Rochelle and Hyères, offering a year-round “boat show” for sailing enthusiasts. Interaction with the AMEL community will also continue through yacht gatherings and several highlight events.

Meanwhile, the Mediterranean office is relocating to a new spot in the heart of Hyères’ nautical zone. Now, the AMEL Mediterranean customer and sales services are fully operational at 14 avenue du Dr Robin, Hyères.

Gender Equality Index – Women and Men

In accordance with current French legislation, Chantiers AMEL publishes its Gender Equality Index between women and men each year.

This index, scored out of 100 points, is calculated based on four criteria for companies with 50 to 250 employees: equal pay, individual salary increases, raises following maternity leave, and gender balance among the top 10 highest salaries.

For the year 2025, based on 2024 data, Chantiers AMEL achieved a score of 99/100 on its Gender Equality Index.

SA Chantiers AMEL remains strongly committed to gender equality and, more broadly, to professional equality for all its employees.

Anti-Waste and Circular Economy Law (AGEC)

Under the above French law, since the 1st of January 2022, each producer (company that places a product in the market) has his unique producer identifier number (Article L.541-10-13). This unique identifier number, assigned by the ADEME (French agency for the environment and energy management), proves that the placer on the market is a member of the APER (French association for eco-friendly pleasure boating) and that it fulfills its regulatory obligations. The AMEL SHIPYARDS’ U-ID number is: FR028009_18AOCF.