Al Waab is a 55-metre motor yacht delivered by Alia Yachts in 2021, designed in collaboration with Dutch studio Vripack. All outfitting and CAD/CAM works on the project were carried out by Notilus Design.
Built in just 24 months despite global pandemic disruptions and supply chain challenges, Al Waab holds a world record as the longest steel and aluminium vessel below 500 GT. Her slender 9.1-metre beam improves propulsion efficiency, enabling 14.5 knots during trials while consuming approximately 35% less fuel than comparable 499 GT yachts.
The design prioritises expansive outdoor living — 286 square metres of exterior deck space including a 78-square-metre sundeck — alongside innovative interior layouts. Six guest cabins are complemented by a flexible gym that converts to additional cabin space, a dedicated beach club, and extensive glazing throughout to maximise natural light. The owner specified warm ambient lighting with dimmers replacing direct ceiling spots across all spaces.
Key Specifications
| Length | 55 m |
| Beam | 9.1 m |
| Tonnage | Below 500 GT (world record in class) |
| Builder | Alia Yachts, Turkey |
| Exterior & Interior Design | Vripack |
| Outfitting & CAD/CAM Works | Notilus Design |
| Hull | Steel and aluminium |
| Exterior Deck Space | 286 m² |
| Sundeck | 78 m² |
| Guests | 12 in 6 cabins |
| Cruising Speed | 12 knots (design), 14.5 knots (trials) |
| Engines | Twin 522 kW Caterpillar C18 |
| Delivered | 2021 |
Source: Boat International
