Dutch yard Heesen Yachts has announced that its 55-metre Steel superyacht Frida has commenced sea trials in the North Sea. The update comes following the announcement of the yacht's sale last month. Delivery is expected in time for the summer cruising season.
The yacht was launched from the yard's facilities in Oss, the Netherlands, in August 2025, two years after construction began on spec in 2023.
The Steel series' distinctive "shark tooth" superstructure is courtesy of Omega Architects, combined with floor-to-ceiling windows for bright, airy 760GT interiors modelled after the "golden age of ocean travel". The yard's patented Fast Displacement Hull Form continues on Frida, developed by Van Oossanen Naval Architects and Heesen's in-house team of engineers.
Initial interior renderings from Italian studio Luca Dini Design & Architecture showcased a palette of rich, warm materials in the living spaces, including nature wengé wood. Though following the yacht's sale, Heesen's interior engineering department has collaborated closely with the studio to tailor the interior design to her new owner's lifestyle and taste.
"The interior of Frida reflects a modern interpretation of traditional maritime heritage," noted Silvia Margutti, lead architect of the studio, at the yacht's sale. "The design uses dark woods in strong contrast with light tones, adding a contemporary twist."
Accommodation is across six cabins, with a full-beam owner's apartment complete with a large en suite, private study and veranda. Four guest cabins are accommodated on the lower deck, with a versatile fifth cabin placed on the bridge deck.
At 55 metres, Frida's exterior spaces are plentiful, spanning a sundeck with a large whirlpool, bar and multiple lounge areas, a skylounge that connects to an aft terrace and the beach club, which provides direct access to the water from the large swim platform.
The yacht meets "the highest commercial standards" of the Large Yacht Code 3, powered by MTU 4000 M63 engines for a top speed of 15.5 knots and a range of 4,500 nautical miles at 12 knots. A Selective Catalytic Reduction (SCR) system ensures full compliance with IMO Tier III emission regulations. Other key specs include a beam of 9.6 metres and a draught of 2.7 metres.
According to BOATPro, Heesen has eight superyacht projects on order or actively under construction, the largest of which is the 57-metre, full-custom Project Setteesettanta.
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