Van der Valk
PROJECT ZEN
48 metres of bespoke beauty
Due for completion in the Q2 2028, the 48-metre "Project ZEN" (Yard no. WV0149) is Van der Valk’s most ambitious custom build to date and the largest. This fascinating superyacht blends the expertise of designer Guido de Groot and the know-how of Van Oossanen Naval Architects with the personal preferences of a highly experienced owner. Created in aluminium on an entirely new design platform, the highly efficient hull shape supports smaller engines and an impressive range in excess of 4,400 nm at 10 knots. An excellent performance underway will be assured by a fast displacement hull form and aft-mounted Hull Vane.
Specifications
Year
2027
Hull no
WV0149
LWL
45.52m
Draft
2.15m
Gross tonnage
499 GT
Hull material
Aluminium (AlMg4.5Mn – H321)
Superstructure material
Aluminium (AlMg4.5Mn – H321)
Hull Shape
Fast Displacement Hull Form (FDHF)
Classification
RINA C✠HULL • MACH; Ych – unrestricted, DMS, AUT-UMS (Y)
Engine brand & type
2x MAN D2862LE489 1066kW
Cruising speed
16.00 knots
Shaft & Propellor
Stainless steel 1.4462 water lubr. duplex ø=120mm, Ship Motion Design 5-bladed NiAlBr propellers Ø 1400mm.
Generators
1 x Northern Lights M4105A3 116kW 400 Volts 0.8Pf 3 Phase 1500 RPM 50 Hertz.
1 x Northern Lights M6105A3 188kW 400 Volts 0.8Pf 3 Phase 1500RPM 50 Hertz; IMO Tier III
Holding tank capacity
9450l
Cabins
1 Owners stateroom, 2 VIP stateroom, 2 Double guest staterooms
Crew
4 Crew cabins for total 7/8 persons
Naval architect
Van Oossanen Naval Architects
Exterior design
Guido de Groot Design
Interior design
Guido de Groot Design
Owner’s repr.
Confidential
PROFILE
Supercar spirit, superyacht soul
Despite her volume of 499 GT, Project ZEN has a sleek and streamlined profile inspired by sports cars. Deeply involved in every stage of the design, the owner even requested renderings that show how his yacht will look from the water during his morning swim. Retractable self-levelling stairs ensure easy access to and from the water from a large sea terrace with fold-down bulwarks. Electric sliding doors will lead to a spacious toy store, equipped with eFoil boards, Seabobs, wakeboards and more.
Art of entertaining
Project ZEN will be very much a family yacht, with a generous bow lounge, spa pool and a garage full of tenders and jetskis. An expansive split-level sundeck includes a dedicated area for socialising plus an open-air lounge with wet bar, grill, seating and alfresco dining. The main deck offers a full-beam owner’s suite and wellness area that can serve as a private retreat when combined with the master, or remain open for family and guest use by closing off that suite. Currently under development, the interior style will be homey and casual chic with practical finishes.
Your Choice // Your Design
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