Alive

Equipped with under water foil (technically called Hull Vane®) Alive represents a dramatic advancement in performance. The sub-sea wing harnesses waves to produce power; this combined with the fast displacement hull and conventional diesel engines produce remarkable results. This has been proven during independent research conducted by Van Oossanen Naval Architects at two of the world’s most respected hydrodynamic laboratories: Wolfson Unit and Marin.

The bold exterior lines of Alive have been created by Frank Laupman from Omega Architects, who is also responsible for her interior design. Laupman has created a new bow design that combines a lower hull profile, and matches sea keeping behaviour with a relatively short overall length.

The Hull Vane (optional) harnesses waves to produce power. As the yacht moves forward, water flowing over the wing produces lift and as a consequence, thrust. Using conventional engines, a fast displacement hull and Vane, this yacht has a range of over 4,000 miles. Using 30 per cent less fuel, this remarkable yacht is both the fastest and most economical of her size and as a result 750 miles are effectively free. More for less.

This profile uses information from the official Heesen Yachts fleet page.