SAIL Amsterdam 2025

In 2025, we celebrate the 10th edition of SAIL Amsterdam 2025: the spectacular event where ships, crew members and visitors from around the world come together to honour maritime history and diverse worldviews. It’s a celebration for all ages and cultures, highlighting the spirit of the Netherlands as a true water nation.

As Damen, we are proud to be a supporting partner of this iconic event, as several Damen vessels are joining the SAIL In parade. We are happy to welcome Stad Amsterdam, Shabab Oman II, Eendracht and Zr.Ms. Evertsen. For five days, Amsterdam will be alive with ship parades, sailing competitions, music performances and cultural festivities across the city.

There’s also plenty to experience at Damen Shiprepair Amsterdam, which will open its doors to the public on 21, 22 and 23 August for our exclusive Damen Experience. Don’t miss the chance to visit us and be part of the excitement!

On Wednesday 20 August, during the spectacular opening parade, hundreds of impressive (tall) ships will sail through the North Sea Canal into Amsterdam. Invited guests will have the opportunity to witness this unique experience from the grandstand at Damen Shiprepair Amsterdam, with the Damen-built Clipper Stad Amsterdam – scheduled to pass by around 13.30 hours – leading the fleet.

Damen Experience

From 21 to 23 August, Damen Shiprepair Amsterdam opens its gates to the public for the Damen Experience during SAIL Amsterdam 2025. Located in the heart of the Green Ocean zone, our yard invites visitors to explore the future of maritime through the themes of Innovation, Talent, and Identity.

Damen Talent Dome
The Talent Dome invites you to dive into interactive experiences. Try out a VR-game or a simulator, watch inspiring video testimonials from Damen colleagues, or let the kids get their faces painted. Visit the recruitment bus, snap a photo, and picture your future with us. Whether you're a student exploring your options, a professional looking for your next move, or simply curious, come explore our oceans of possibilities. As a global family business, Damen offers diverse career opportunities shaped by our core values: fellowship, craftsmanship, stewardship, and entrepreneurship.

Explore our vacancies at career.damen.com.

Damen Identity Dome
Take a free immersive audio tour and uncover our global legacy and passion for connecting people through vessels. From defence to yachting, our diverse ship portfolio showcases how Damen is shaping the future of our waters.

Duration of the audio tour: approx. 15 minutes
Audio tour available in English and Dutch

Damen Innovation Dome
At the Innovation Dome at Damen Shiprepair Amsterdam, you can steer mini-boats, try hands-on experiments, and see 3D-printed ship parts up close. Discover innovative maritime solutions, from wind-powered and hydrogen vessels to electric transport.
With partners such as TU Delft, MX3D, and Econowind, we show how innovation makes shipping cleaner and smarter. Damen is on a mission to become the world’s most sustainable shipbuilder: where minimal emissions meet maximum impact.

Yard Tour
Beyond the domes, visitors can join guided yard tours across the Damen Shiprepair Amsterdam site. Explore the yard in a golf cart and witness the massive dry docks where craftsmanship meets steel: from urgent repairs to full-scale conversions and green refits. Discover how we keep ships sailing smoothly and sustainably. Whether you're a maritime enthusiast or just curious, this is your chance to see our ship repair yard up close.

Duration yard tour: approx. 45 minutes

Visit our ships & ferris wheel
Several vessels will be docked along the quay for public viewing, including the Zr. Ms. Rotterdam of the Royal Netherlands Navy and three ships from the Damen Heritage Fleet. These vessels offer a unique opportunity to experience the evolution of maritime craftsmanship up close. For a panoramic view of the SAIL Amsterdam festivities and the IJ river, hop aboard the ferris wheel located on the Damen grounds. It’s the perfect way to take in the scale and beauty of the event from above.

Dinner by Dock

In collaboration with restaurant Helling 7 and Baut, and unforgettable culinary experience wil be provided in a breathtaking industrial environment, featuring a lunch or dinner underneath a ship in one of the docks of Damen Shiprepair Amsterdam. On this occasion, the dock will be transformed into an extraordinary seated setting. This exceptional, once-in-a-lifetime experience has never been organized before.

Restaurants Helling 7 and Baut will not only offer an exceptional menu but also create an atmosphere that enhances the majestic setting of SAIL Amsterdam 2025. Lunch or Dinner by Dock will uniquely bring the maritime character of Amsterdam and Damen to life.

Read more about Dinner by Dock at Dinner by Dock.

Accessibility

Address: Visitor address Damen Shiprepair Amsterdam, T.T. Vasumweg 125-131, 1033 SG Amsterdam.

Ferry: From Thursday 21 to Saturday 23 , a free ferry shuttle connects the NDSM-Werf and Damen Shiprepair Amsterdam. Service runs from 10:00 to 18:00 hrs; the trip takes approx. 15 minutes.

Traffic: Check Rijkswaterstaat.nl and/or Reizigers - Amsterdam Bereikbaar for actual information about routes and traffic. 

Parking: During SAIL, due to the expected travel in and around the city, the preferred mode of transportation is by public transport, bike or through walking. Should you decide to drive, use a Park + Ride location. Find more information at amsterdam.nl/penr. Bicycle parking is available outside Damen Shiprepair Amsterdam and can be found by following the signage.

Public transport: Check your journey in advance using the NS app or 9292.nl for up-to-date departure times and possible changes. There is a free ferry shuttle available between de NDSM-Werf and Damen Shiprepair Amsterdam. For more information see: Ferry

SAIL app: For full program and a map, please download the SAIL app for IOS or Android.

Safety: On site safety instructions will be distributed over the yard. Be aware when entering enclosed premises to follow the pedestrian paths and that it's not allowed to walk on your own near or to the drydocks. Damen Shiprepair Amsterdam is in close contact with the SAIL organization and emergency services.