Dutch shipyard Damen Yachting has announced a landmark double delivery: the first 60-metre Xplorer 60 superyacht, After You, and her 53-metre support vessel, Emotional, both handed over to the same owner.
The delivery coincides with the confirmation that both yachts, sold by TWW Yachts, will soon be available for charter at key global destinations as part of the owner’s planned circumnavigation. The duo will also be showcased with Damen Yachting and TWW Yachts at the upcoming Monaco Yacht Show 2025.
After You – A New Era for Damen’s Xplorer Series
After You is the inaugural yacht of Damen’s Xplorer 60 series, formerly known as the SeaXplorer 60. Conceived for both extreme adventures and high-end luxury, the Xplorer 60 combines a robust steel hull with glamorous design, making her as capable of navigating polar frontiers as she is of cruising Mediterranean hotspots.
Unveiled in 2021 and built on speculation beginning February 2022, After You showcases exterior design by Azure Yacht Design and Naval Architecture, with interiors by H2 Yacht Design. The superyacht accommodates 12 guests, 16 crew, and a captain across her 1,160 GT volume and 11-metre beam.
Emotional – Support in Style
Delivered shortly after her larger counterpart, Emotional is the third unit of Damen’s Yacht Support 53 series, following Five Oceans and Bad Company Support. Designed and engineered in-house by Damen Yachting, the vessel provides crucial support for After You through expanded logistical capacity, additional crew, toys, helicopter facilities, and storage.
At just under 500 GT, Emotional reaches a top speed of 19 knots, ensuring flexibility and reach for the owner’s global explorations.
Industry Voices on the Double Delivery
“Being able to deliver the very first Xplorer 60 and the latest 53-metre Yacht Support is the result of a fantastic collaboration between the Damen Yachting teams in Antalya and Vlissingen, as well as the clients’ team at TWW Yachts,” said Enrique Tintore, Damen Yachting’s Product and Design Manager for Xplorer and Yacht Support. “This double delivery is a landmark moment for Damen Yachting.”
Jorrit Pilaar, Sales Manager at Damen Yachting, added:
“It was an absolute pleasure working with the team of TWW Yachts over the last months to get the first Xplorer 60 and the 53-metre Yacht Support ready for delivery. On behalf of everyone at Damen Yachting, I would like to wish the owner and his crew all the very best for their upcoming adventures at sea.”
From the owner’s side, David Westwood, CEO of TWW Yachts, commented:
“As representatives of the owner, our foremost responsibility was to ensure that their vision, expectations, and long-term interests were safeguarded throughout the project. From inception to delivery, we managed the process with a focus on mitigating risks, protecting the owner’s investment, and guaranteeing that the yachts delivered precisely as promised.
The result is an exceptional explorer yacht paired with a powerful support vessel, together creating a unique platform for discovery and adventure at sea. We are pleased to have partnered with Damen Yachting, whose expertise and build quality have been integral to achieving this outcome.”
Looking Ahead
With After You and Emotional now embarking on their maiden adventures, Damen Yachting has once again demonstrated its ability to deliver cutting-edge platforms that blend technical excellence, sustainability, and true exploration spirit.
