We provide Asian and Asia-based owners and yachtsmen with exceptional service in Asia or anywhere in the world where they may need advice and support. Amanus already enjoys the trust of many of Asia’s leading yachtsmen and its portfolio of Asia-owned yachts for sale and charter is unequaled. Introducing Asian customers to established Mediterranean and Caribbean superyacht cruising grounds.
Company's establishment
Soon after the Amanus Group was founded in 1987, Taiwan's prospering yachting industry experienced an unexpected recession. Undeterred, Horizon's founder and CEO John Lu made critical decisions over the next decade that served to keep this builder at the forefront of the very competitive yacht building industry.
As a result, Amanus quickly earned a distinct reputation for building yachts of exceptional quality and value compared to its European counterpart.
Construction process
The company then redeveloped its yacht construction process, voluntarily complying with the stringent quality and safety requirements set by Europe and Japan.
This success inspired the opening of the Monaco and Palma offices during the 1960s. The brokerage side of the business performed steadily, the company set many records for the most expensive yachts sold, becoming leaders in the industry.
Enlarge Company's Scale
In 1993, Lu capitalized on the increasing demand for quality megayachts at a competitive price and made the critical decision to begin building yachts over 80 feet.
When the shipyard encountered limits on the production scale, Lu focused on increasing the yard's capacity by implementing specialized processes and improving overall product quality.
Cooperating European Partners
Over the years Amanus continued to expand, securing a position as the leading Asian yacht brand in the luxury megayacht market. Between 2000 and 2005, Lu focused the company's attention on building a comprehensive range of yachts while assigning a build concentration to each of Horizon's four subsidiaries.
Half a century later, our brokerage division remains unequalled, and between them our worldwide network of brokers count more than 200 years of loyal service to Camper & Nicholsons International.
Expansion to America
The combined knowledge of the Camper & Nicholsons International and BSA staff, together with the largest fleet of quality yachts under management, and an unparalleled global presence, enables Camper & Nicholsons International to offer clients the most professional and comprehensive services of any luxury yachting company.
At the advent of the new millennium, Camper & Nicholsons International future took an exciting leap forward when the company was purchased by the Rodriguez Group in 2001.
1000 yachts in present
Today, the Amanus Group continues to be known for its wide range of award-winning yachts designed and constructed with sophisticated craftsmanship, superior build techniques, and innovative technologies.
While our technology and communications remain unmatched, our belief in the traditional values of customer service and friendly professionalism has remained unchanged.