Heesen’s Project Nina mixes elegant Italian design with Dutch Technical know-how
Since it was first presented at the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show, Heesen’s Project Nina has quickly become one of the nicer-looking vessels on the seas.
Its smaller draft (6-ft by 9-in) is ideal for cruising shallow waters, like the Arabian Gulf or the Florida Keys, while the 25.5-foot beam and trideck configuration gives it a high-volume interior, perfect for longer voyages.
The back of the boat can be designed as a beach club/spa, with direct access to the ocean. Or, it can be turned into a lounge/garage, fit for smaller speedboats or jet skis.
Dutch yacht specialists Heesen took care of the boat’s architecture, but it was HotLab Yacht & design that provided the Italian design.
The Milan-based studio decided a raised-pilothouse yacht, with a straight hull and subtle curves (it’s what gives the ship such an unusual profile).
Nina boasts multiple social areas, including a lounge area in the bow and alfresco-dining area on the upper helm station. If the aft area tender is deployed, it will even serve as a party platform.
The interior is minimalist and expansive, making full use of the windows that surround it on all three sides. It is elegant but contemporary, and owners can customise the interior with woods and materials of their choice.
The main deck also includes a full-beam master suite, with four guests suites located below deck. The yacht is powered by two MTU 2000 M96L diesel engines, with a projected top speed of 23-knots. Heesen also included a Humphree Active Trim System to minimise roll, both while running and at anchor.