Heesen to begin construction on first 'Hull Vane' superyacht

Heesen has confirmed that it has sold the first Fast Displacement Hull Form (FDHF), equipped with Hull Vane technology. Hull YN 17042 is due for delivery in 2014.

The Hull Vane design, by Piet van Oossanen, was so new that Heesen was yet to present it to the industry. It comprises a foil fitted beneath the hull that, its designer claims, can reduce water resistance by 24 per cent at top speed. The damping effect of the hull also reduces motion in heavy conditions: when the bow pitches upwards, the foil generates an upward force at the stern, and vice versa. YN 17042 is capable of 15.9 knots generated by two MTU 12V 2000 engines at 1080kW.

Omega Architects’ Frank Laupman, who was responsible for the yacht’s exterior design, has produced a low hull profile, designed to position the owner and guests ‘close’ to the ocean, a feature magnified by the expanse of windows towards the bow. The vessel will accommodate 12 guests in six cabins. There are two owner’s suites – one on the upper aft deck including a gymnasium, and one on the main fore deck featuring a starboard balcony. The guest space is housed on the lower deck and features two twins and two double cabins, all with ensuite bathrooms.

The concept will be presented at the 2012 Monaco Yacht Show.


Related Links

Heesen Profile | Heesen Website

Van Oossanen Profile | Van Oossanen Website

Omega Architects Profile | Omega Architects Website

Bannenberg & Rowell Profile | Bannenberg & Rowell Website

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