55M STEEL FDHF
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WELCOME
Heesen is a shipyard that continues to evolve. We have long been dedicated to building superyachts in aluminium and steel that offer speed, style and fuel-efficient cruising. Our award-winning vessels continue to match owners exacting demands, and our unrelenting focus on quality, craftsmanship and innovation has created one of the world’s most impressive shipbuilding legacies.
Renowned for our innovative hull designs and hybrid solutions, we are committed to developing more sustainable and fuel-efficient yachts. We combine this with a high level of craftsmanship, Dutch quality and first-class client service.
A yacht is a beautiful way to travel the world in luxury and expand your horizons. At Heesen, we create yachts that make the journey as enjoyable as the destination.
THIS IS WHAT WE DO
Home of yacht building! It is no coincidence that the best shipyards in the world are found in Holland. Our passion for yacht building and our commitment to quality is unmatched. And that is what makes Heesen the world’s leading builder of high-performance yachts.
All of our yachts – displacement, semi-displacement and fast displacement – are engineered and built in the nine sheds at our shipyard in Oss. All our yachts are recognised for their innovative engineering and exceptional performance, stability and comfort. We build in-house using the hardest steel and the strongest aluminium.
CRAFTED IN HOLLAND
STEEL & ALUMINIUM 50 - 80M
We make sure your crew are fully involved throughout the build process, from start to finish. Even after the yacht is delivered, we continue to train the crew and proactively maintain your yacht on board, at our shipyard or at one of our maintenance and refit partners around the world.
SUSTAINABLE YACHTING
We all must take responsibility to better protect what we love. By introducing BlueNautech, we continue to support the future of sustainable yachting through improved efficiencies, alternative materials, energy savings and alternative production methods.
PROJECT
IS A HEESEN SERIES YACHT
All of our Heesen Series yachts have a proven track record thanks to the experience we have gained from previous builds. These yachts are fully designed and engineered. We can deliver them faster as we build them as speculative ventures. Customisations to the interior can be made but are dependent on delivery times and schedule.
Total proven yacht engineering and design
Fast delivery due to our speculation programme
Customisation options possible to a certain extent
FRIDA
Our Smart Custom offer has a proven track record when it comes to hull design and technology. These yachts are fully engineered above and below the main deck but can be offered with a customdesigned superstructure. This means we find a smart balance between proven performance, speed of delivery and customisation.
Proven hull engineering and design
Faster delivery due to shorter engineering times
Custom choice of superstructure and more elements
Our Full Custom offer starts with a blank sheet of paper or is inspired by one of our concepts. All your wishes are fully considered by our naval architects and designers. If desired by the client, we offer ideas and insight based on our previous full-custom yacht builds. To highlight our design and building capabilities, we also create concepts to inspire potential clients and stakeholders in the market.
Start the design process from the beginning
One unique yacht in the water
Personalised value
OUR DESIGN PHILOSOPHY
SIMPLICITY
Less is more. Our simplicity in functional and aesthetic design creates a pure, relaxed and open atmosphere on board.
SPORTY
Both sporty and functional, on occasion our yachts look fast, but they are always poised for global exploration.
CONFIDENT
Ever confident when facing ocean challenges, our yachts are strong and robust. A quality epitomised by the conviction of our wheelhouse designs.
ELEGANCE
Our style creates impact but does not scream. It has an eye for detail and a timeless elegance.
FLOW
The lines in our designs come together as one, flowing without disruption. It is a singular, seamless, unbroken design. It is one.
NATURE
Inspired by and adapted to the surrounding nature, we use natural colours, large windows and extended decks to connect to the great outdoors.
INTRODUCING SUSTAINABLE TECHNOLOGIES INSPIRED BY THE OCEAN
INCREASING HULL EFFICIENCY
We have an impressive track record in creating lightweight and ultraefficient hull forms. The Fast Displacement Hull Form already decreases fuel consumption by 30%. Less weight means greater efficiency.
IMPROVING PROPULSION EFFICIENCY
Alternative fuels may be the future, but there are still huge possibilities to increase the efficiency of diesel-powered yachts. These include our acclaimed hybrid propulsion system, standard applications of SCR emission control and more efficient propeller designs.
SUSTAINABLE PRODUCTION METHODS
Reducing yachting’s footprint includes a sustainable build process. 3D Printing, electrostatic paint-spraying, waste reduction and recycling can significantly reduce environmental impact.
SUSTAINABLE OPERATIONS
Improved waste management and electric-powered tenders are just two examples of how to reduce environmental impact and improve a yacht’s operational efficiency.
ALTERNATIVE MATERIALS AND RECYCLING
Each yacht is built from tonnes of steel, aluminium, wood and other materials that require sourcing and production. Innovation in this field includes extensive recycling and the use of alternative materials, such as sustainable woods.
ENERGY SAVING AT ANCHOR
On average, a yacht remains at anchor for 95% of the time. Sustainable power generators and waste heat recovery systems are therefore highly effective in reducing a yacht’s total energy consumption by increasing generator power and HVAC efficiency.
CONTEMPORARY LUXURY ON THE WATER
Frida is the latest addition to the Heesen 55-metre Steel series, renowned for its exceptional build quality and distinctive profile. This superyacht exemplifies Dutch craftsmanship, featuring a robust engineering foundation that guarantees reliability and safety at sea.
As the only 55-metre yacht built on speculation from a northern European shipyard with fast delivery, Frida seamlessly combines exclusive design with safety, catering to discerning clients. The exterior lines by Omega Architects complement a well-tested iteration of the patented FDHF devised by Van Oossanen, and expertly refined by Heesen’s in-house team.
With an enclosed volume of 760 GT, Frida offers a spacious interior featuring generous staterooms and ample social areas, making her the ideal choice for private use and charter success.
The slender steel FDHF hull ensures fuel efficiency across the entire speed range. Its zero-speed stabilisers and robust construction enhance comfort for guests and crew, making long passages enjoyable.
Frida represents a unique opportunity for those who value Dutch quality and refined Italian design in a secure and comfortable environment at sea.
Frida offers generous outdoor spaces to unwind and take in the natural surroundings. The sundeck features a large jacuzzi with adjacent sun pads, while a built-in sofa with coffee tables at the bridge’s front creates a secluded retreat when docked stern-to in port. The foredeck houses the tender and water toys, easily launched by a crane that also serves as a navigation mast. This smart design frees up the lazarette for a beach club, giving guests a perfect spot to relax by the water and enjoy seamless access for swimming or watersports.
FORWARD AREA
Frida seamlessly blends luxury and versatility, accessing charming Mediterranean ports for unforgettable experiences.
The large swim platform, just steps away from the beach club, provides guests easy access to the water. This ideal spot also allows the crew to deploy and recover water toys, with stairs on both sides for access to the main deck.
Frida’s versatile outdoor spaces offer endless possibilities for dining, relaxation, and entertainment. Thoughtfully selected furniture allows for flexible arrangements, effortlessly adapting to different activities and social gatherings, ensuring guests enjoy comfort and style throughout the day.
VERSATILE OUTDOOR LIVING
At 110 metres, this expansive sundeck provides endless fun and relaxation for all guests.
The aft terrace of the wheelhouse deck seamlessly extends from the sky lounge, making it one of Frida’s most coveted spaces. An inviting outdoor lounge enhances al fresco dining, perfect for enjoying pre-dinner drinks and post-dinner coffee in a relaxed atmosphere.
AL FRESCO DINING
A fixed swim platform simplifies water sports, while dual stairways offer guests a grand entrance to the main deck.
EXTERIOR DESIGN
THE EXTERIOR DESIGN OF AN ERA-DEFINING CLASS
The 55-metre Steel seamlessly blends proven engineering with thoughtful design. Its profile is clean, crisp, and both muscular yet elegant—angular yet sleek. Characteristic floor-to-ceiling windows provide uninterrupted views and provide the interior with natural light, showcasing an enduring style that inspires each new build.
The exterior lines originate from the creative minds at Omega Architects. Studio founder Frank Laupman shares insights into the yacht’s distinctive qualities.
inserts in the bulwarks allow ample natural light to enrich the interior. In the restyle, vertical windows were replaced with a continuous sheet of tinted glass, refreshing the yacht’s profile.
What were the most challenging aspects of the design?
Creating a sleek, streamlined look required removing fashion plates. The aft superstructure, now free from pillars, provides unobstructed ocean vistas. This demanded innovative engineering and precise craftmanship from Heesen’s in-house experts.
What did you set out to achieve with the 55-metre Steel?
I aimed to create a bold exterior characterised by sharp, chiselled lines. As the inaugural model in what we hope will be a successful series, the goal was to establish a defining shape that endures.
What are the key exterior features?
The superstructure features a distinctive “shark tooth” design on the wheelhouse overhang, giving it a commanding presence. Vertical windows—new to Heesen with Azamanta—along with multiple glass
What lifestyle benefits does the exterior design offer owners?
By eliminating visual and physical barriers, the design strengthens the indoor/outdoor connection, providing breathtaking sea views from nearly every vantage point - even when seated in the sky lounge. In the restyle, we removed window mullions in the main deck dining area and sky lounge, further enhancing the yacht’s openness and connection to the surroundings. This evolution highlights the many advantages owners gain when choosing Heesen to build their superyacht.
OMEGA ARCHITECTS
SPECS FRIDA HEESEN SERIES 55M STEEL
GENERAL
Yacht number: 21055
Hull type: Twin propeller motor yacht, Fast displacement hull form
Naval architect: Van Oossanen Naval Architects / Heesen Yachts
Exterior design: Omega Architects
Interior design: Luca Dini Design & Architecture
Classification: LLOYDS 100A1 SSC LMC, UMS
Large Commercial Yacht code REG-YC
Hull: Steel
Superstructure: Aluminium
Delivery: Q4 2025
PROPULSION DETAILS
Main engines: 2 x MTU 8v 4000 M63 (IMO TIER III)
Maximum power: 2 x 1,000 kW
Gearbox: 2 x ZF 5356
Propellers: 2 x five blade fixed pitch
Main generators: 2 x Zenoro, each 175kW, 50hz
Bowthruster: ZF-Marine 125kW, electrically driven
Stabilisers: Naiad Dynamics, 2 fins, type 720, zero speed
DIMENSIONS
Length over all: 55 metres / 180 ft 5 inches
Beam over all: 9.60 metres / 31 ft 6 inches
Draft: 2.7 metres / 8 ft 10 inches (half load)
Displacement: Approx. 600 tons (half load)
Tonnage: Approx. 760 GT
ACCOMMODATIONS
Crew: Thirteen
Guests: Twelve
Cabins: Full-beam owner’s stateroom, VIP suite, two double guest suites and two twin suites
TECHNICAL DETAILS
Maximum speed: 15.5 knots (half load)
Range at 13 knots: 4,500 Nm
Fuel capacity: 100,000 litres / 26,400 US Gallons
Fresh water: 24,000 litres / 6,340 US Gallons
SUN DECK
LOUNGE
JACUZZI
GENERAL ARRANGEMENT
WHEELHOUSE DECK
GENERAL ARRANGEMENT
MAIN DECK
MAIN SALOON
DINING AREA
OWNER’S STATEROOM
OWNER’S BATHROOM
GENERAL ARRANGEMENT
LOWER DECK
BEACHCLUB
ENGINE ROOM
GUEST SUITES
CREW QUARTERS
FRIDA
FAST DELIVERY - Q4 2025
Frida stands out as the only 55m motor yacht with Dutch pedigree available for swift delivery. She strikes the perfect balance —large enough to offer all the luxury expected from a superyacht yet compact enough to access charming Mediterranean ports. Her bespoke interior, designed by Luca Dini Design and Architecture, showcases exceptional design and fine cabinetry from Heesen’s expert in-house team. A robust steel hull ensures safe cruising in all conditions, while Van Oossanen’s innovative FDHF design optimises fuel efficiency across the entire speed range. Combining elegance, performance, and meticulous craftsmanship Frida stands as a truly unique offering in the market.
INSPIRED BY COLOUR
Bespoke colour choices for the hull and superstructure of a superyacht carry just as much significance as the customised interior. Nine carefully selected, high-performance marine paint colour schemes are available for Project Frida. The darker tones of stealth grey and sapphire dark blue suggest power. The lighter colours of ice grey and perfect taupe suggest a cool and refreshing onboard environment.
TITANIUM WHITE
PERFECT TAUPE
ODYSSEY BLUE
ICE GREY
SAPPHIRE DARK BLUE COLOUR
INTERIOR DESIGN
TIMELESS VOYAGES, MODERN LUXURY
The interior of Project Frida, penned by Silvia Margutti of Luca Dini Design and Architecture, reinterprets classic yacht design through a modern lens. Renowned for its meticulous research and innovative material selection, this esteemed Italian studio has crafted an interior that embodies both elegance and comfort.
Designed for long journeys and extended stays, Frida’s spaces evoke the sophistication of timeless voyages. Every detail tells a story of adventure and exploration, creating an inviting atmosphere where tradition meets contemporary refinement.
The design masterfully contrasts expansive light-filled areas with the rich, warm tones of natural wenge, whose reddish hues echo the timeless appeal found in historic yachts. This balance captures the spirit of a bygone era while embracing modern luxury.
Heesen’s signature craftsmanship is evident throughout, ensuring Frida’s beauty is matched by flawless functionality.
The in-house engineering team guarantees seamless access to all systems, demonstrating the shipyard’s philosophy: if a designer can imagine it, Heesen can bring it to life. Frida’s interior is a testament to this expertise, skillfully blending diverse materials and textures to create an exquisite onboard experience.
Project Frida’s versatility allows clients to personalise their environment through a carefully curated selection of loose furniture and lighting, enhancing the yacht’s luxurious ambiance. The spirit of adventure that inspired Frida’s design is reflected in every element, from materials reminiscent of classic travel furnishings to fluid lines that invite exploration.
A true testament to Luca Dini Design and Architecture’s commitment to quality and innovation, Project Frida’s interior is more than a living space—it is an experience. It seamlessly combines practicality with character, transforming every moment on board into a cherished memory, reminiscent of the grand voyages of the past.
LUCA & SILVIA | LUCA DINI DESIGN & ARCHITECTURE
The 77 sqm main salon seamlessly merges a formal dining experience with an inviting lounge for relaxation and socialising. Floor-to-ceiling windows and open bulwarks provide stunning views of the surrounding nature.
Club sofas arranged around coffee tables encourage interaction, while exquisite material finishes and elegant light fixtures enhance the ambience, making the main salon the ideal centre for hosting more formal receptions.
MAIN SALOON LOUNGE
Fine chinaware, glassware, and table decorations are beautifully arranged in a stunning china cabinet, reminiscent of a Wunderkammer where treasures are elegantly displayed. Every detail in Frida’s interior exudes luxury from meticulously crafted chevron-patterned doors with inlaid metal accent to warm sycamore finishes – transforming them into true art pieces that embody refined taste and exceptional craftmanship.
FINE DINING
The sky lounge seamlessly connects with the bridge deck aft terrace, serving as an informal family room. Designed for relaxation, this space allows for versatile furniture arrangements that encourage interaction among guests.
Whether watching TV, playing games, or enjoying refreshments at the bar, the sky lounge is destined to become one of the most popular spaces on board Frida, fostering a warm and welcoming atmosphere for all.
SKY LOUNGE
The owner’s apartment spans 77 square metres, offering a private retreat of luxury and tranquillity. It features a study, a full-beam bedroom with direct access to a secluded veranda for fresh air, and a lavish full-beam bathroom adorned with exquisite Calcite Blue stone and textured antique mirrors.
A spacious, well-organized walk-in wardrobe ensures ample storage, enhancing both convenience and elegance. Designed as a serene haven, this sophisticated sanctuary allows the owners to unwind in absolute comfort, surrounded by refined craftsmanship and timeless beauty.
OWNER'S STATEROOM
OWNER’S BATHROOM
Four generous guest suites are on the lower deck: two doubles and two twins, each with private en-suite bathrooms.
The athwartship beds in the double cabins optimise floor space, creating a more spacious feel. A fifth cabin is situated on the bridge deck, enhanced by mirrors and textured glass for an expansive ambiance.
GUEST BATHROOM
OUR DNA
We have long pursued one consistent mission: to create yachts with exceptional engineering and high attention to detail. We achieve this with a highly-skilled workforce and a passion for perfection.
The aim is to fulfill every customer’s dream. Each yacht is built in-house, using the hardest steel and the strongest aluminium. This craftsmanship is matched by a hunger for innovation and challenge. The result: designs that continue to push limits and set the industry’s benchmark. But the Heesen experience goes beyond building a perfect yacht. It’s about exceeding the client’s expectations with first-class service throughout the customer journey.
Our infrastructure has steadily expanded and improved since our inception in 1978, making us one of the world’s most advanced and well-equipped yacht-building facilities. Our shipyard in Oss, the Netherlands, covers 22,000 square meters and has 2,900 square meters of workshop space.
We have everything necessary for building superyachts up to the highest Dutch quality standards. Thanks to the addition of new docks, our production capacity has steadily increased. In 2016, we opened a 90-meter shed with a dry dock capable of building yachts up to 80 meters.
OUR SHIPYARD
We build our lightweight aluminium hulls in-house.
PRIME TECHNOLOGY
Building a yacht is one of the most challenging construction processes in the world. Few activities require as much skill or expertise. What’s more, in this high-tech era of robots and automated production, a Heesen yacht is still largely crafted by hand.
We are known worldwide for our expert welding. It is always a magical moment when the first curves of the hull appear, and the yacht’s design comes to life. We construct our yachts out of aluminium – which requires highly skilled and experienced welders – and steel. The exterior outfitting stage is the biggest challenge within yacht building; difficult to do but executed by us to perfection.
Achieving the perfect finish on a large surface area is hugely challenging. Several layers of epoxy primer are applied to the aluminium and steel surfaces of a yacht, giving the hull and superstructure a smooth finish and a perfect base for the paintwork. It takes a trained eye and skilful hands to apply each layer at exactly the right thickness. Thankfully, our welding is so perfect, the surface requires less preparation work than is needed at other shipyards.
A PERFECT FINISH
HAND-BUILT IMAGINATION
As one of the few yacht builders to have an entire in-house department of interior specialists, we guarantee quality and custom design solutions to spark your imagination.
Our main interior workshop is in Winterswijk, just over an hour’s drive from Oss. It provides more than 8,100 square metres of working space, allowing craftspeople to work on up to five Heesen projects at the same time. This is where all the luxury areas – such as the dining area, owner’s stateroom and guest suites – are created. At the shipyard in Oss, a large group of craftspeople work on the service areas, interiors and sky lounges.
Interior building requires a lot of skill and machinery and is one of the reasons why we invest so heavily in young talent. “The interior workshop has evolved over time, and we are very proud of it and our many award-winning yacht interiors,” says Henry Schreur, director of Heesen Interiors. Examples include the acclaimed My Sky, Galactica Star, Elena, Amore Mio, Galactica Super Nova and the mighty Galactica.
Mock-up
The interior construction process consists of two phases: the first is the creation of a full-sized, fully-finished interior mock-up fitted with handles, switches, lamps, fabrics and flooring. If the owner approves the concept, the interior team begins the workshop drawings and materials sourcing.
Exquisite materials
The second phase is the creation of the interior. The craftspeople work with all types of exclusive wood, including teak, wenge and Macassar ebony. We also use glass, ray and goat skin, marble, onyx and other minerals. There are no limits to what our interior specialists can create.
Perfect finish
Raw materials, such as bamboo, wood and leather, differ from each other in their colour or texture.
To create uniformity, our interior specialists treat each piece of wood and animal skin by bleaching, staining or dying. Every piece needs to look exactly like its proposed design.
Interior assembly
All the interior elements are created in the wood shops in Oss and Winterswijk and are then assembled and finished on board the yacht. This requires a range of skills and expertise to achieve a perfect result.
INTERIOR WORKSHOP
AFTER SALES AND YACHT SERVICES
With an ever-expanding fleet of superyachts cruising the world, it was only natural for us to broaden our scope of services and launch a comprehensive programme called ‘Yacht Services by Heesen’. Alongside the shipyard’s existing After Sales, which ensures premium care and provides maintenance and technical support throughout the yacht’s entire lifespan, the Yacht Services programme enhances owners’ overall experience and improves the operational reliability of their assets. In addition, we proactively reach out to all owners with the range of yacht services detailed on the following pages.
Original Spare Parts & Provisioning
By offering original components at all hours, we ensure operational reliability and avoid a delayed or cancelled cruise due to technical failures. We also offer owners a complete package of recommended spare parts before they take delivery. To be able to offer this, we maintain excellent relations with all equipment suppliers in food, beverage, crew clothing and medical equipment, etc., to make sure high-quality, warranty-protected and competitively priced parts arrive on time.
Refit
We introduced our refit service to ensure Heesen’s Dutch quality standards are maintained throughout the lifecycle of our yachts. Owners sometimes need to fall back on local shipyards and subcontractors when maintenance and repair work is required. Therefore, we provide managerial assistance on necessary refit, repair and renewal work, either from a distance or on location.
A flying squad of technicians is ready to travel at a moment’s notice to any location in the world.
Customer Support & Warranty
Our Warranty team looks after all claims and warranty requirements. Our Customer Support provides general 24/7 assistance to any Heesen client in need, even on location thanks to our flying squad.
By offering a 5-year, 10-year or 15-year Class Survey to all our yachts through our dedicated After Sales team, we ensure the Heesen quality-standard continues long after delivery.
AT YOUR SERVICE
LET’S STAY CONNECTED
If you have any questions or would like to know more about our yachts or services, please do not hesitate to contact us.
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