Zeelander Yachts launch ‘advanced’ version of flagship Z72

This new example of the Z72 will come with a number of new features, making it the most technologically advanced Zeelander so far.

The Dutch shipyard has revealed the second hull of its Z72 has several new features including a redesigned interior, 10-meter square swim platform, plus an array of marine tech such as forward-looking sonar and underwater cameras.

Powered by triple Volvo IPS 1350 engines, the 20m (65.5ft) Zeelander Z72 is also capable of a top speed of 40 knots and comes in an elegant Royal Nights Blue Metallic color.

Sietse Koopmans, Founder and Chairman of Zeelander Yachts, explains how this unit differs from the first hull that was delivered in March 2019: “The array of custom updates the client requested make this a very different Z72. These exciting new features belong to superyacht class. The quality, attention to detail, feeling of space and seagoing qualities are nothing short of excellent.”

Z72 moving at speed on water
© Jeff Brown

The aft and side windows on the main deck have privacy glass and can be tinted at the click of the button. Other highlights include three suites on the lower deck, a spacious main deck saloon with expansive windows and panoramic views and a pair of alfresco social areas.

“The client had some special requests” adds Sietse Koopmans. “The main deck bar with a pair of barstools, adjacent to the interior galley, is shortened. We designed an L-shaped sofa instead of the other two stools to the left like the other Z72 had.”

From the exterior she keeps the same wide stern and curved exterior lines that were developed in collaboration with Cor D. Rover and inspired by the way Porsche has incrementally evolved its designs over time.

Aft view of new Z72
© Onne van der Wal

The quality, attention to detail, feeling of space and seagoing qualities are nothing short of excellent.

Sietse Koopmans

Founder and Chairman

Zeelander Yachts

Watersports fans might like what's happening at the stern where the tender garage is large enough to carry a 3.5m Williams tender with stowage and charge points for jet surfboards.

With the garage door folded down, you get to enjoy a vast waterside platform, and at the other end of the Z72 a fun diving plank runs out of the bow, providing some spectacular access to the water.

The Z72 was launched in March 2019 and is Zeelander’s flagship yacht, taking the mantle from the 16m Zeelander Z55. If you are interested in making a purchase you can view all the Zeelander Z72 yachts for sale.

Founded in 2002 Zeelander Yachts are a relatively young shipyard and they have a real focus on quality over quantity when it comes to their yachts for sale, with three distinct models available. To see their full range view all Zeelander yachts for sale.