The 45.7‑metre superyacht BN 718 has taken its first big step toward completion — her aluminium hull was launched at Gouwerok Shipyard in Aalsmeer, marking the start of the build’s next phase. Crafted entirely in aluminium and sold in 2024, BN 718 is now entering outfitting at Feadship’s De Vries facility, close to the yard where her hull was built.
With a beam of 7.8 metres and a projected gross tonnage around 425 GT, BN 718 is understood to feature cutting‑edge diesel‑electric propulsion with pods — a layout reflecting Feadship’s advanced engineering focus and evolving sustainability standards. While the owner remains undisclosed and many of the finer design details remain under wraps, the early hull form suggests a sleek, refined profile consistent with Feadship’s modern series aesthetics.
Photo: Ruben Griffioen
Feadship’s current build slate remains robust. Alongside BN 718, other major projects are in motion — including larger hulls such as the 101.2‑metre and 99.15‑metre “De Vries 1014” and “De Vries 1016.” This confirms the yard’s dual-track strategy: delivering bespoke smaller builds while sustaining its programme of high‑volume custom megayachts.
For BN 718, the hull launch isn’t just a milestone — it’s the foundation for a full-scale execution. What follows now will be systems integration, structural outfitting, and a level of detail that will determine whether she joins Feadship’s fleet as a wholly modern yacht or a quietly transformative refit‑capable platform.
Photo: Ruben Griffioen
In a market where diesel‑electric systems, pod propulsion, and refined aluminium construction are increasingly the benchmarks of longevity and performance, BN 718 is positioning herself as a contemporary nod to sustainable, high‑performance yachting.
As her journey continues through the De Vries sheds, she promises to encapsulate the blend of engineering discipline and design sensitivity that defines the modern superyacht era.
