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Professional gender equality index (women–men)

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

This indicator, scored out of 100 points, is calculated based on four criteria for companies with 50 to 250 employees: pay equality, individual salary increases, salary increases following maternity leave, gender balance among the top earners.

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

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

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AMEL CUP MED 2025 — See You in Porquerolles

From June 19 to 22, 2025, part of the AMEL community will gather once again in Porquerolles for a new edition of the AMEL CUP MED — an event dedicated to sailing, sharing, and camaraderie.

Over four days, AMEL yacht owners from France and beyond will come together to enjoy an experience between land and sea. More than just a gathering, the AMEL CUP MED is a moment of human connection, shared memories, and a common passion for the sea.

On the agenda:
 → Sporty sailing in a stunning setting
 → Festive moments ashore
 → And most of all, bringing together AMEL yacht owners

We warmly thank our partners who help make this event possible.
 A special thank you to Pochon SA, Marinepool, Nautiplus, and the Rallye des Îles du Soleil for their support, which allows us to organize this event once again under the best possible conditions.

Their commitment is key to the success of this gathering and to supporting our owners in their sailing journeys.

📍 See you in Porquerolles, June 19–22, 2025!
 Follow the event on social media: #AMELCUPMED2025

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The AMEL 50 Gaïa awaits new adventures

After several years of bluewater sailing aboard their AMEL 50 Gaïa, Barbara and Thierry Courvoisier have made a major decision: to end their ocean crossings and offer their yacht for sale.

Both scientists by training and passionate sailors, they left La Rochelle in 2020 aboard Gaïa for a meaningful adventure—one that combined world exploration, environmental observation, and knowledge sharing. Their journey took them from the coasts of Europe to northern latitudes, through the Caribbean, Brazil, and Chilean fjords, before crossing the Pacific to reach French Polynesia.

Throughout this voyage, the Courvoisiers masterfully combined intellectual curiosity, scientific rigor, and a passion for sharing—through their blog sy-gaia.ch, educational projects, and their book Gaïa – Science and Sailing. Their AMEL 50 became far more than just a boat: it became a space for reflection, a floating observatory, and a bridge between seas and ideas.

But offshore sailing requires complete confidence—in your physical abilities, in yourself, in your partner, and in your boat. As the couple rightly expresses, age and fatigue can naturally begin to challenge that trust.

In a heartfelt message to the AMEL community, they speak with serenity and clarity about their joint decision: not to continue this type of sailing if they can no longer do it together, under the conditions they believe are essential.

The sale of Gaïa marks the end of a remarkable journey, but also the beginning of a new chapter for this yacht, now ready to sail on with new owners.

A page turns, but the AMEL spirit—carried by years at sea, exploration, and knowledge-sharing—continues to sail. We sincerely thank Thierry and Barbara for sharing their adventures with us.

Visit their blog: sy-gaia.ch

Photo credit: Barbara Courvoisier

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Chapter 8: The Years of Recognition — When AMEL Became a Global Reference

Between 1988 and 1998, Chantiers AMEL experienced a decade of strong innovation and growing international recognition in the world of bluewater cruising. This period was marked by the launch of iconic models and significant technological advancements.

  • 1988: Launch of the Super Maramu, a 16-meter ketch designed for long-distance cruising. For Henri Amel, this yacht represented the pinnacle of his career. According to his own words, he poured into this project all the expertise he and his team had developed since founding the shipyard in the 1960s. The Super Maramu quickly became a benchmark among sailors seeking comfort, safety, and ease of handling for long voyages.
  • 1989: Introduction of the Santorin, a 14-meter cruising yacht available as a ketch or sloop. It offered a more compact alternative while maintaining the comfort and robustness of its larger sibling, the Super Maramu.
  • 1998: Evolution of the Super Maramu into the Super Maramu 2000, featuring both technical and aesthetic upgrades. This new version remained in production until 2006. In total, nearly 240 units of both the Super Maramu and Super Maramu 2000 were built over 17 years—an impressive feat in the world of 15+ meter cruising yachts.

The 1990s: AMEL’s Quiet Mastery

The 1990s were a decade of maturity for Chantiers AMEL, with production focused primarily on the Super Maramu and the Santorin. These models embodied the AMEL spirit: yachts designed for shorthanded sailing, offering a high level of comfort and safety. The “fully equipped” philosophy became even more established, with yachts delivered ready for long-distance cruising.

The Super Maramu 2000: A Dream Fulfilled

After the Santorin ended production in 1997, the shipyard entered a single-model phase, betting on the ongoing success of the Super Maramu. In 1998, it received a major update and became the Super Maramu 2000. More than a simple upgrade, it was the culmination of a vision—now enhanced with modern features, technical refinements, and a more polished look, all while staying true to the original model’s essence.
And in 2000, international recognition followed: the Super Maramu 2000 was awarded Best Boat of the Year by Cruising World magazine. A crowning achievement? Absolutely—but above all, it was the confirmation of a course charted long ago, one guided by rigor, passion, and a deep love for the sea.