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Heesen Yachts announces death of founder Frans Heesen

Heesen Yachts announces death of founder Frans Heesen

by Mariska Buitendijk | Apr 24, 2025 | News, Ship design, Shipbuilding, Yachts

Frans Heesen, founder of Dutch superyacht builder Heesen Yachts, passed away on 23 April in his hometown of Oss, the Netherlands, at the age of 78. The company says that his visionary leadership, courage, and exceptional ability to identify and nurture talent have...
New Amels 6007 yacht heads for sea trials

New Amels 6007 yacht heads for sea trials

by Mariska Buitendijk | Apr 21, 2025 | News, Ship design, Shipbuilding, Yachts

The Amels 6007 is embarking on a new adventure as it set sail for the first time into open waters. In the early hours of Wednesday, April 16, the luxurious Amels 6007 passed through the lock at Vlissingen, marking the beginning of its sea trials. The Amels 60 yacht...
Dutch entrepreneur acquires Heesen Yachts

Dutch entrepreneur acquires Heesen Yachts

by Mariska Buitendijk | Apr 7, 2025 | News, Ship design, Shipbuilding, Yachts

Dutch aluminium and steel superyacht builder Heesen Yachts has been acquired by Dutch entrepreneur and investor Laurens Last. According to Heesen, Last is a seasoned entrepreneur and passionate yachtsman that brings with him extensive business experience and a deep...
Heesen sells 50-metre hybrid yacht Project Orion

Heesen sells 50-metre hybrid yacht Project Orion

by Mariska Buitendijk | Mar 27, 2025 | News, Ship design, Ship propulsion, Shipbuilding, Yachts

Project Orion represents the third vessel in Heesen’s advanced 50-metre Fast Displacement Hull Form (FDHF) aluminium series, equipped with cutting-edge hybrid propulsion. This innovative setup seamlessly integrates diesel mechanical and electrical power,...
Damen Yachting launches first Xplorer 60

Damen Yachting launches first Xplorer 60

by Mariska Buitendijk | Mar 19, 2025 | Arctic shipping, News, Ship design, Shipbuilding, Yachts

Damen Yachting has launched its first Xplorer 60. The 60-metre SX6001 is a superyacht designed to explore in style, comfort, and complete autonomy. It was built and launched at Damen Yachting’s dedicated shipyard in Antalya, Turkey. The Xplorer 60 is as at home in the...
101-metre Feadship yacht exits building hall

101-metre Feadship yacht exits building hall

by Mariska Buitendijk | Mar 18, 2025 | News, Ship design, Shipbuilding, Yachts

An evolution of its predecessor – also called Moonrise, delivered in 2020 – the new Moonrise superyacht has emerged from the Feadship facility in Makkum, the Netherlands. The 101-metre Moonrise incorporates numerous technological enhancements as well as many design...
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