Heesen Yachts has announced the delivery of the 50-meter (164-foot) hybrid superyacht YN 20750, now christened Orion. The event marks the Dutch shipyard’s third delivery in 2025 and the third in the 50-meter Fast Displacement Hull Form (FDHF) aluminum series equipped with hybrid propulsion. With silent cruising up to 10 knots, reduced fuel consumption and lower emissions, Orion resets the standard for eco-conscious yachting, the company says.
Orion is the result of a collaboration between Heesen, the owner’s team and Cristiano Gatto, who created a bespoke selection of loose furniture to tailor the yacht to match the owner’s vision and lifestyle. The yacht’s contemporary interior was penned by Gatto and his team and features over 37 different materials, including Italian marble, high-gloss woods and woven leather.
“The delivery of Orion is a moment of great pride for everyone at Heesen,” says Heesen’s CCO Ruud van der Stroom. “This yacht perfectly encapsulates our DNA: precision Dutch engineering, innovative hybrid technology, and the ability to deliver a high-quality product through dedicated collaboration with owners, designers and our team of experts.”
Constructed from lightweight aluminum and the ultra-efficient Fast Displacement Hull Form devised by van Oossanen and engineered by Heesen’s in-house team, she is powered by two MTU 12V 2000 M61 (IMO III) engines. The combination enables a top speed of 16.3 knots and a transatlantic range of 3,750 nautical miles at 12 knots, consuming 26 gallons per hour excluding hotel load, according to the builder.
In hybrid mode at 10 knots, this drops to 12 gallons per hour. With a shallow draft of just 2.15 meters (about 8 feet), Orion is equipped to navigate diverse cruising grounds from Orion the Bahamas to the Mediterranean.
, states, “Our expertise in lightweight aluminum construction, combined with the efficiency of the Fast Displacement Hull Form and the advanced hybrid propulsion system make Orion an exceptional yacht,” says Peter van der Zanden, head of engineering at Heesen Yachts. “This synergy doesn’t just result in reduced environmental impact and enhanced longevity for the yacht’s components; it delivers an unparalleled experience for the owners—quiet, efficient, and versatile cruising, allowing them to explore diverse destinations with ease and comfort. Orion is a perfect example of Heesen’s commitment to marrying performance, efficiency, and luxury.”
The exterior design, a hallmark of Frank Laupman of Omega Architects, features a striking vertical bow and expansive floor-to-ceiling windows that flood the interiors with natural light. Inside, the 499-gross-ton interior volume accommodates 12guests in six staterooms, including a main deck owner’s stateroom and a full-beam VIP suite.
“The delivery of Orion marks an incredibly proud milestone, made possible through outstanding collaboration between the owner, the team at Ocean Independence, and Heesen,” says Anton Foord, broker for Orion.
Orion will join Ocean Independence’s charter fleet and will be available for clients to enjoy the luxury of a silent cruise in a Northern European-quality superyacht.
For more information: heesenyachts.com
