2011 Heesen 122' "AURELIA"

Launched by Heesen in 2011 and refitted in 2017, 2019 and 2023 she remains one

of the most recognisable yachts in the world.

Her appearance was inspired by the Owner’s different vision – a homage to sports

car heritage. The number 10 symbol on the yacht’s side is a nod to her place as the

tenth yacht in the Dutch yard’s successful Heesen 3700 series.

Gulf Oil Racing colours were applied to the yacht as well as the 9m custom chase

boat. AURELIA’s lazarette has been converted into a ‘Beach Club’ with couches

and a large swim deck area of 45m.

The owner of AURELIA wanted more comfort for guests and more space for the

crew, so designated a cabin for the captain. The result is a more realistic 6 crew for

8 guests. The interiors are designed by Bannenberg & Rowell and built by Sinnex.

The master suite can be found forward on the main deck and three double guest

cabins are located on the lower deck. Her main saloon boasts ample seating via

two large armchairs, an L-shaped settee and an additional sofa alongside a fullyequipped

crockery and glassware cabinet.

Outdoor areas include the partially sheltered aft cockpit and the large sundeck

with its comfortable al fresco seating and a convivial bar. Large mattresses can

also be found in front of the wheelhouse, perfect for relaxing. Additional sun

lounging space can be found on AURELIA’s spacious foredeck, while two sets of

stairs leading aft towards an al fresco dining area on the main deck.

Powered by twin MTU 16V 4000 M90 diesel engines, she is able to reach a

maximum speed of 30 knots, while her range at 12 knots is 1,900 nautical miles.

In a further aid to comfort is a pair of Seakeeper gyro stabilizers. One gyro was

replaced new in 2021, the second was replaced in 2023.

Careful attention has been paid to eliminating noise and vibration. Double glazing

in all hull-windows, sound-proof tiles on the inside of the hull, additional mass

layers surrounding the Master Suite and sound-proof doors are but some of the

features that distinguish this yacht from others in the series.