Project "Phi" turned round

Despite the fact that construction is visibly progressing, Royal Huisman is still keeping a low profile regarding the framework data for the "Phi" project. The length is expected to be over 55 metres, the volume less than 500 gross tonnes and the maximum speed is expected to be 22 knots.

The visualisations published by the traditional Dutch shipyard to date also paint a vague picture. The heavily darkened renderings of the Cor D. Rover exterior, which were first shown at the keel-laying ceremony, have now been replaced by sections of detailed solutions such as the bow section. The final lines are said to be the result of years of discussions between Rover and the experienced owner. No photos are available of the interior, which was designed by London-based interior designers Lawson Robb.

That leaves the visual facts about Project "Phi". It shows a narrow hull, which Van Oossanen designed and which should be correspondingly efficient. One of the renderings also shows a supply unit. According to Royal Huisman, this also comes from Cor D. Rover's computers, is 36 metres long and is currently being built in Turkey. The merger of the two yachts is planned for 2021.