At Van der Heijden Yachts, we believe that true luxury also means taking responsibility. As a builder of high-quality motor yachts ranging from 10 to 35 meters, we deliberately choose materials that not only deliver exceptional performance but also contribute to a sustainable future. More and more of our customers opt for aluminum due to its modern advantages, but we master both materials – aluminum and steel – to perfection.
Aluminum is 95% recyclable without any loss of quality. This means that your yacht, even after decades of use, can be repurposed without any degradation in material properties. In comparison, many other yacht materials lose value and quality during recycling.
Thanks to aluminum being 40% lighter than steel, your yacht consumes 30–50% less fuel. This not only reduces operational costs but also significantly lowers your ecological footprint while cruising. For example: where a similar steel yacht consumes 200 liters per hour, your aluminum Van der Heijden yacht uses only 100–140 liters.
Aluminum forms a natural protective layer against corrosion, meaning your yacht requires minimal maintenance and enjoys a longer lifespan. Less maintenance means fewer chemicals, fewer replacements, and extended durability – all of which benefit the environment.
For clients who prefer steel, we also offer excellent sustainability benefits. Steel is 100% recyclable and, with proper care, can last over 50 years. Locally sourced steel in the Netherlands ensures short transport distances, thereby reducing the carbon footprint during production.
We use only FSC and PEFC-certified wood for all interior applications. This ensures that the wood comes from responsibly managed forests where biodiversity is protected and local communities are respected.
We minimize waste through efficient material planning and systematic recycling of material leftovers. Excess aluminum and steel scraps are fully recycled and given a second life in new projects.
We are working towards ISO 14001 certification for environmental management and are investigating CO2 performance ladder certification to make our sustainability efforts measurable and transparent.
Van der Heijden yachts retain 75–85% of their value after 20 years (aluminum) and 70–80% (steel). Some of our yachts even retain more than 100% of their original value. This exceptional value retention proves that sustainable construction also makes economic sense.
All 400+ yachts we have built over the past decades are still in operation. This is the ultimate proof of our durable construction quality and responsible material use.
Our digital maintenance log and performance monitoring via integrated sensors help you maintain your yacht optimally. This extends its lifespan, prevents unnecessary repairs, and keeps your environmental impact to a minimum.
We design our yachts to be future-proof with space for hybrid and electric propulsion systems. This enables you to upgrade to more sustainable propulsion in the future without major modifications.
Our fixed-price preventive maintenance program (5–10 years) ensures your yacht performs optimally. Proper maintenance extends its lifespan and keeps the environmental impact low.
Our upgrade programs allow you to modernize your yacht with the latest sustainable technologies without needing to purchase a completely new yacht.
Our trade-in guarantee at market price plus premium upon upgrade encourages circular use. Your “old” yacht gets a second life with a new owner, while you enjoy the latest sustainable innovations.
With our global service network, we ensure you receive maintenance and service anywhere in the world. At the same time, we keep our production local in the Netherlands, ensuring short communication lines, quality control, and a minimal CO₂ footprint during construction.
We believe in complete transparency regarding our sustainability efforts. Through your personal dashboard, you can not only track the construction of your yacht but also view all sustainability aspects – from material sourcing to energy use during production.
At Van der Heijden Yachts, you don’t have to choose between luxury and responsibility. Our 12–16 month delivery time, extensive 5-year warranty (extendable to 10 years), and personal guidance prove that sustainable construction and exceptional service go hand in hand.
Choosing Van der Heijden Yachts means choosing a yacht that not only fulfills your dreams but also contributes to a sustainable future for the next generations.
