Heesen Yachts has appointed Eric Boers to the newly created role of technical services and after sales director.
He will oversee both the project management teams and the after sales organisation, connecting construction with a yacht’s operational life, supporting the transition from build to delivery and beyond for clients.
Boers’ immediate priorities include streamlining the handover process between the yard and the fleet, ensuring every Heesen vessel benefits from a holistic support strategy.
He will also revive the shipyard’s captains’ events to foster ongoing dialogue with the professionals operating Heesen yachts.
Eric joins Heesen with more than 20 years of international experience in high-tech engineering and industrial services.
After 12 years in senior leadership roles at Vestas, including service director and managing director positions, he spent five years leading after sales at smart energy company Alfen.
Construction and delivery
“We are delighted to welcome Eric to the team. His appointment marks a strategic evolution in how we manage our projects,” said Jeroen van der Meer, CEO of Heesen.
“By bringing project management and after sales under one director, we are bridging the gap between construction and delivery.”
And he explained that Eric will oversee the process from the moment a hull takes shape until the yacht is sailing with her owner, creating a two-way flow of intelligence.
“The technical data gathered during construction remains embedded throughout the vessel’s entire lifecycle, while real-world feedback from the fleet feeds directly into our new-build process,” he explained.
“This ensures unparalleled continuity and continuous refinement of our Northern European quality.”
Eric added: “Technology and engineering are only as valuable as the support behind them. Whether dealing with a wind turbine or a superyacht, an owner’s expectations remain the same: reliability, responsive service and clear communication.
“My objective is to build on Heesen’s strong foundations and create a proactive department that works closely with our clients and the global captain network to provide confidence, from the first day of construction through years of cruising.”
