Netherlands

Bekkers Yachts

<p>The Dutch shipyard <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6803" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Bekkers Yachts (Company)">Bekkers Yachts</a> has officially launched its first motor yacht, the 14-metre AZUR 45 HT. At a private event at their facility in Heusden, the Netherlands, on Friday, the yacht was unveiled for friends, family and clients, as well as members of the SuperYacht Times team.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/263916/image/large-d00d045a8afbdf36633633332d6f1bd4.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/263916"> <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/263906/image/large-539798af3bab9abb1b01017556f9a2e6.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/263906"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6803" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Bekkers Yachts (Company)">Bekkers Yachts</a> was founded by Leon Bekkers, who has spent his career working as a key supplier to the superyacht industry in Northern Europe. The AZUR 45 features a unique design that not only catches the eye but also creates a spacious feeling. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/263909/image/large-3f87a78af5f83d71dce81737d2d95c9f.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/263909"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/263908/image/large-56093fc41db3e584cbc0ea0fe7d24fa4.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/263908"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/241" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="René van der Velden Yacht Design (Company)">René van der Velden</a> is a renowned yacht designer known for his exceptional creativity and attention to detail. René's expertise in yacht design is evident in every aspect of the project, from the sleek lines and elegant curves to the luxurious interior and state-of-the-art technology.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/263919/image/large-2311b5290c7ab030b65d236e66ae3fc5.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/263919">The <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6803" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Bekkers Yachts (Company)">Bekkers Yachts</a> team, with their drive and innovative ideas, worked in close collaboration with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/241" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="René van der Velden Yacht Design (Company)">Rene van der Velden</a> and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2260" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Studio Delta B.V. (Company)">Studio Delta</a> to ensure that the yacht's design fully embodied the philosophy of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6803" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Bekkers Yachts (Company)">Bekkers Yachts</a>. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/263917/image/large-18ba5b49bad16e5f6bdcd69a854da310.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/263917">The AZUR 45 is not only luxurious but also built for safety and comfort in both calm and rough waters. The aluminium hull is equipped with features to withstand higher waves with ease, to ensure that the yacht provides a smooth and peaceful cruising experience.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/263905/image/large-b8ff2fa19bd924bdc0036060f8aa2de5.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/263905"></p>

Bekkers Yachts unveils AZUR 45 HT

At a private event on Friday, Bekkers Yachts unveiled AZUR 45 HT, the first yacht from the shipyard.