Work begins on Aman Group's first...

Features will include an Aman spa with a Japanese garden and two helipads

Construction has started on Aman Group's first ultra-luxury yacht. A joint venture between the luxury hotel group and Jeddah-based Cruise Saudi, the 183-metre Aman at Sea with just 50 suites is due to enter service in 2027.

A traditional keel-laying ceremony was held at the T Mariotti shipyard in San Giorgio di Nogaro, Italy.

The vessel will be dual fuel-powered using marine diesel oil and methanol, showcasing Aman Group’s commitment to sustainability at sea. Features will include an Aman spa complete with a Japanese garden, two helipads and a beach club offering passengers direct access to the water at the stern of the yacht.

Aman Group Chairman and Chief Executive Vlad Doronin said: “Today signifies a momentous step forward in the development of Aman at Sea and my strategic vision to create a new category of ultra-luxury superyachts that will provide exceptional travel experiences alongside Aman’s core values of privacy, peace, generosity of space and unparalleled service.

“This represents a significant milestone for the brand as we continue to diversify our geographical portfolio on land, with a strong pipeline of projects, and bring the renowned spirit and architectural distinction of Aman to the world’s oceans for the first time with the launch of Aman at Sea.”

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