Dutch builder Heesen has announced that the construction of its latest 55-metre Steel FDHF Project Pollux, is going on schedule. Project Pollux’s hull and superstructure were recently joined together at Oss facility, where the yacht will remain for the next sixteen months, till the delivery in autumn 2020.
The 55-metre Steel Class sports masculine exterior outline by Frank Laupman of Omega Architects, highlighted with floor to ceiling windows and open bulwarks. With tenders and toys conveniently stored on the fore deck, the lazarette is entirely dedicated to the guests, with luxurious beach club and wellness area.
Social areas, both on the main and bridge deck, benefit from the French windows and large aft doors, offering panoramic views and seamless connection to the outdoors. The 100-square-metre sun deck is fitted with a generous bar and dining al fresco area with panoramic views.
British design studio Bannenberg & Rowell has optimised the 760 GT interior space of Project Pollux with a blend of natural, noble tones and a tailored spatial arrangement. Smoked Oak chevron parquet flooring, white Thassos, grey Saint Laurent and ivory Travertine marble correlate with bronze accents, fine workmanship and furnishings.
Project Pollux will accommodate up to 12 guests across five staterooms, including the 82-square-metre master suite on the main deck, two twins and two doubles on the lower deck, and a VIP on the bridge deck. Within the cabins, the neutral design philosophy is carried out with a soft palette of layered taupes, browns and creams.
Propelled by two MTU 8V 4000 M63 diesel engines, and thanks to her slippery FDHF, Project Pollux will reach a top speed of 15.5 knots and boost arange of 4,500 nautical miles at 13 knots.
After commissioning, Project Pollux will depart from the shipyard to be tested during rigorous sea trials in the North Sea. She represents the fifth yacht in the 55-metre Heesen Steel Class, with its first unit Azamanta, becoming the world’s first Fast Displacement steel-hulled superyacht over 50 metres, the 2017 Laurentia, Vida delivered earlier this month, and Project Pollux' sistership Project Castor recently sold to American owner.