Established in 1978 by Frans Heesen in Oss, The Netherlands, Heesen Yachts pioneered the use of aluminum in yacht hulls, marking a historic milestone in Dutch shipbuilding. Since then, the company has risen to prominence as a global leader in designing, engineering, and crafting high-performance motor yachts. In 1992, Heesen expanded its portfolio to include the construction of traditional displacement yachts, featuring steel hulls.