Planned for the start of the season 2020 the COVID-19 pandemic did not only hit almost the entire world, but also the river cruise business - and the connected construction sites, shipyard and all kind of contractors.  In good consultation between AmaWaterways, the shipyard and its (sub)contractors the delivery of both vessels ordered for 2020 could have been postponed.

The delivery of the AmaSiena took place in December 2020 after the first and succesful trials - the AmaLucia followed her sister on March, 29.  Whilst the outfitting of the AmaSiena is completed, the AmaLucia will be delivered to AmaWaterways by the end of April, 2021. Actually it is unforseen when the first cruises and Christening of both vessels will take place.

Both sisterships are improved executons of the so-known Certo-class vessels which was introduced in 2012.  Special attention has been taken to sound insulation and improvements, a redesigned airconditioning and airtreatment system and many - many other small improvements.  As a result they differ slightly at the outside and outline from their predecessors.  However, the interior lay-out and its design is completely in line witrh the design of all previous ships in this series.  Again; elegance does not stop at the doorstep.

Just shortly after the presentation of the AmaMagna a next vessel was delivered to AmaWaterways: the AmaMora. The AmaMora is the newest successor of the AmaCert (launched in 2012) and the previuous ship AmaLea introduced in 2018.  The first sailing started in Amsterdam early June and the  Christening of the AmaMora took place in Lahnstein; July-2019

Another long trip - from Rotterdam back to Constanta on a heavy cago vessel and sailing on own keel and propulsion to Linz (Austria).  In Linz the AmaMagna will be finally completed and will receive the complete installation of her interior - hotelequipment.  Delivery to her Owners will take place at the end of April - 2019.  Early May the AmaMagna will start her maiden-voyage with her first passengers.

After a long trip leaving Constanta on a heavy lift cargo vessel the AmaMagna arrived early this week in Rotterdam. Today she will arrive at the Vahali Shipyard in Gendt where we will start with the outfitting and interior works.
The AmaMagna is scheduled to make the same trip back to the Danube on Dec 15, 2018.  Official handover to her owner AmaWaterways is planned early May, 2019.

On the 25th of March 2018 -  the 18th vessel we exclusively built for AmaWaterways has been added to its fleet and started its first sailing with embarkation in Amsterdam.  Christening of the new AmaLea will take place on the 26th of May 2018 in Vilshofen, Germany.  
 
Sister-ship to the AmaKristina, the AmaLea accommodates 156 guests and will be sailing on various routes. Travelers will enjoy spacious staterooms with signature twin-balconies and three dining venues including The Chef’s Table Restaurant – an intimate dining experience  Other features include the comfortable sundeck with running track; heated pool and swim-up bar; convenient elevator with enhanced access to the lower deck and expanded fitness center; hair salon and spa; free Wi-Fi throughout the ship; in-room Entertainment-On-Demand & Domotika system 

The AmaLea is already the 10th vessel built for AmaWaterways with the same lay-out and passenger capacity, but as always differs from her sisters by having her own selected color scheme.  Combined with a teak handrail and deck – elegance does not stop at the doorstep.
The AmaLea also features rooming configurations for groups and families including six sets of connecting staterooms to accommodate families up to five and four suites with convertible sofa-beds to accommodate families of up to four, as well as larger spaces for the spa, fitness room and salon on the lower deck

Kamphuisen Projects is proud to announce being appointed to design – and supervise the construction – for AmaWaterways AmaMagna, the biggest European rivercruise ship ever to be launched in 2019.  

The AmaMagna represents a new concept specifically designed to elevate the modern luxury market. Twice the width of traditional European river ships, the latest innovation welcomes only 194 guests and affords luxurious living spaces, multiple dining options including an al fresco glass-enclosed restaurant, more onboard activities and enhanced evening entertainment. The ship will debut quieter and more fuel-efficient propulsion system and – a first for river cruising – open-water sports platform, complete with zodiac boats, canoes and recreational equipment. Construction for the new vessel, destined to sail Danube itineraries, began March 6, 2017.

In total, AmaMagna will feature 97 staterooms – the majority of which will be over 27 square meters, some of the largest in river cruising. Additional amenities include a large heated sundeck swimming pool with whirlpool and sky bar, a spacious spa area with new treatments, a fitness room large enough for small group classes and generous common areas designed to accommodate a variety of onboard events. 

For 2018 another sister-ship of the AmaKristina is already in outfitting at Vahali’s yard in Gendt, the Netherlands. Again to be followed by the 11th vessel of this serie which will be delivered to AmaWAterways shortly after the AmaMagna for the 2019 season. 

On the 10th of May, 2017 - our 25th project and AmaWaterways newest vessel, AmaKristina, has been added to its fleet with a christening ceremony in Lahnstein, Germany. The namesake of AmaWaterways’ Co-Owner and Executive Vice President Kristin Karst, AmaKristina represents AmaWaterways’ award-winning commitment to innovative ship design and exceptional guest comfort and service. The special ceremony celebrates the arrival of the company’s 20th ship and marks the 15th year anniversary.
 
The christening event itself was part of a weeklong celebration, during which guests onboard were joined by Karst, AmaWaterways’ President and Co-Owner Rudi Schreiner, AmaWaterways’ Vice President, Sales and Co-Owner Gary Murphy, past Godmothers, travel industry friends and international media. Presiding over his tenth AmaWaterways christening ceremony, Captain Jan de Bruijn welcomed Karst and over 200 international and local guests to the special afternoon event, which featured a dockside cocktail reception, traditional religious blessing, local entertainment and warm welcome by Mayor, Peter Labonte on behalf of the town of Lahnstein. Celebrations continued into the evening with a gala dinner and were culminated with a surprise fireworks display.
 
Sister-ship to AmaViola and AmaStella, AmaKristina accommodates 156 guests and will be sailing the Rhine River between Amsterdam and Basel. Travelers will enjoy spacious staterooms with signature twin-balconies and three dining venues including The Chef’s Table – an intimate dining experience with an exquisite, multi-course tasting menu paired with hand-selected regional wines all at no additional cost. Other features include the comfortable sundeck with running track; heated pool and swim-up bar; convenient elevator with enhanced access to the lower deck and expanded fitness center; hair salon and spa; free Wi-Fi throughout the ship; in-room Entertainment-On-Demand system and complimentary beer and fine wine with lunch and dinner. 
 
A ship’s christening is a long-standing tradition originating more than 4,000 years ago. The momentous ceremony features the blessing of the ship by an appointed Godmother and concludes with a more recent good luck tradition of breaking a bottle of champagne against the ship’s hull. 

Almost at the same day the brand-new AmaLea started her first cruise in Amsterdam – the AmaMagna was secured on top of a heavy load carrier and started her first cruise towards Rotterdam.
The contstruction of the AmaMagna ended in December, 2017 at the Vahali Shipyard in Serbia and after which she was launched into the Danube and towed towards Constanta.  The AmaMagna is expected to arrive in Rotterdam on April 6, 2018 
Well on it’s way – the outfitting of the interior already started in Serbia - our subcontractors will continue their work on board of the vessel as soon as it arrives at the Vahali Shipyard in Gendt, the Netherlands. We expect to complete the outfitting and interior works and start the technical trials late November 2018. After approval by Ldoyd’s Register and the Shipping Inspection the AmaMagna will make the journey back to Constanta, departing around December 1, 2018
After arriving she will sail on own keel to a location where we will start the final outfitting and complete loading. The first cruise for the AmaMagna is planned on the 5th of May 2019
Also for 2019 a sister-ship of the AmaLea is under construction at Vahali’s yard in Zasavica, Serbia.

During festivities at Vahali Shipyard in Serbia to launch AmaWaterways’ newest vessel, AmaKristina, evp and co-owner Kristin Karst baptized her namesake vessel on the 28th of April, 2016.   AmaWaterways president and co-owner Rudi Schreiner then honored long-time shipbuilding partners and friends Koert and Marian Kamphuisen, presenting them with a memorial plate.
'We are thrilled to celebrate the latest addition to our AmaWaterways fleet, as well as the dedication and friendship of Koert and Marian Kamphuisen,' Karst said. 'Part of what makes AmaWaterways so special, we believe, is our careful attention to innovative design. It has been a privilege to work with Koert and Marian over the years and to have them as our partners, bringing our inspiration to life.'
Ceremony guests participated in a commemorative champagne toast, tasted local specialties and were treated to farewell fireworks.
AmaKristina is currently being transferred by tugboat on a three-week journey to Vahali Shipyard in the Netherlands, where interior will be completed.  AmaKristina is modeled after the line’s newest vessels, AmaStella and AmaViola, which are designed to cater to the multigenerational and group markets with connecting cabins.  These ships also sport a higher number of signature twin-balcony (French and outside balconies) staterooms, expanded fitness rooms and salon and massage areas on the lower deck.AmaKristina is scheduled to sail its inaugural Rhine River cruise on March 31, 2017.

Beginning with the AmaStella in February and the AmaViola in April Kamphuisen Projects again handed over two vessels to their longterm partner AmaWaterways.  With Adventures by Disney passengers in mind, the 170 passenger AmaStella and AmaViola features connecting cabins and new room configurations designed specifically for families.  Construction is already underway on the AmaKristina, launching in 2017, for a second Adventures by Disney river cruise itinerary along the Rhine. 

In addition to new group-friendly stateroom configurations, AmaStella and AmaViola also features the company’s latest ship design. Guests have access to a greater number signature twin-balcony (French and outside balconies) staterooms, which provides breathtaking panoramic views, as well as expanded fitness rooms and salon and massage areas on the lower deck.