Frans Heesen founded Heesen Yachts in 1978 in Oss, Netherlands. The shipyard claims to be the first in Holland to use aluminum alloy to construct yacht hulls in an effort to produce seaworthy yet swift performance superyachts. In 1992, the shipyard began using full displacement steel-hulled motor yachts.
Frans Heesen founded Heesen Yachts in 1978 in Oss, Netherlands. The shipyard claims to be the first in Holland to use aluminum alloy to construct yacht hulls in an effort to produce seaworthy yet swift performance superyachts. In 1992, the shipyard began using full displacement steel-hulled motor yachts.
In more recent years, Heesen Yachts has developed a series of “Fast Displacement” superyachts in an effort to provide higher speeds and greater fuel efficiency than traditional luxury yachts. Heesen Yachts is helping to move the needle on advanced performance hull design for superyachts over 30 meters. The shipyard works with owners and noted architects to build fast yet long-range custom yachts in aluminum and steel.