1. A Dream Realised – Bridging Passion and Design

“Cornelis” stands as a remarkable testament to personal ambition, meticulously crafted to align with a client’s lifelong love of watersports. Built to honour a boyhood dream, Steeler partnered intimately with the owner to deliver a vessel that discards compromise. The outcome: a yacht that merges the soul of a Ferrari with the practicality of an SUV on water.

Operated by a client who previously prioritized career over leisure, the yacht represents more than a product—it is a manifestation of personal aspiration, seamlessly combining performance, luxury, and family-friendly design.

2. Performance That Exhilarates

At the heart of Cornelis lies a performance-first approach. The hull—lightweight aluminium with Steeler’s patented S-design—is paired with a Zeus pod-drive system powered by twin Cummins 550 hp diesel engines. This powerhouse configuration delivers a thrilling top speed of 38 knots, while achieving impressive fuel efficiency, cruising at 6 L per nautical mile.

Every aspect is engineered for adrenaline: from the rumbling exhaust note, specially tuned to evoke that sports-car feel, to the inboard joystick that ensures precision handling and pure engagement on the water.

3. Sleek, Customisable Style

With overall dimensions of 15.70 m length, 4.70 m beam, and just 1.15–1.20 m draft (with 3.40 m minimum clearance), Cornelis blends functionality with finesse. The entire superstructure is aluminium, minimizing weight while maximizing structural integrity.

Externally, the design is sporty yet elegant: a lifting saloon roof doubles as a retractable cabrio feature or sunroof, providing an open-air ambience or sheltered cruising at the press of a button. Complementary features include a fold-down side door at the starboard helm, discreet fender storage in the side passage, and a hydraulically lifting bathing platform.

4. Interior Innovation & Family Comfort

Cornelis accommodates a large family with two to three sleeping cabins and 2 bathrooms—offering the flexibility needed for both day trips and extended voyages.

Internally, the yacht's layout is almost entirely on one level—just four steps separate hull to foredeck, facilitating fluid movement across communal spaces. This deliberate open-plan style encourages family cohesion, enhanced by a large L-shaped cockpit that connects to the saloon through floor-level sliding doors. Underfloor heating, air conditioning, and high-end entertainment systems like a pop-up TV and Fusion audio ensure onboard luxury matches performance.

5. Smart Systems & Operational Ease

Ever practical, the yacht integrates several cutting-edge systems:

• Seakeeper gyro stabilizer for smooth cruising and mooring, critical at high speeds

• Humphree trim system enhancing trim control

• Multiple helm stations—inside and on the sidedeck—complete with joystick control, engine/rudder overrides, and Mercury/cummins docking assistance

These technologies make managing a 16-tonne vessel a stress-free endeavour.

6. Media & Communication

Digital comfort isn’t overlooked: the saloon features a lift-up TV, Fusion sound throughout, GPS chartplotters, radar, autopilot, and VHF. Power needs are met with Whisper Power generator, shore power connectivity, inverters, and battery chargers. All electrical systems are housed in a dedicated technical room, ensuring accessibility and easy maintenance.

7. Seakeeping Ability & Economical Operation

Hull design and engineering deliver not only blistering speed but also fuel-conscious cruising. The S-hull cuts through waves with minimal spray, yielding efficient performance at high speeds. With a combined fuel capacity of 2,500 L, and transatlantic-range efficiencies, this yacht thrives across lakes, rivers, and open ocean routes.

8. Proven Craftsmanship & Prestige

Built by Steeler Yachts in Steenwijk, NL, Cornelis benefits from the yard’s rigorous “Steeler Quality Challenge”, ensuring custom excellence and CE-A certification. The build quality mirrors high-end craftsmanship and the bespoke attention clients expect.

9. Emotional Resonance

Beyond statistics and systems, Cornelis resonates because it is deeply personal. It embodies a watershed moment—an owner transitioning from a life of work to one of play, reclaiming a childhood passion for watersports. The yacht is not merely a vessel; it is nostalgia, freedom, and familial connection rendered in aluminium, horsepower, and hull design.

In Summary

The Steeler 52S Performance “Cornelis” is a rare fusion of speed, luxury, and bespoke design. With its astonishing 30-knot capability, ergonomic layout for family cruising, refined engineering features, and high-end finishes, it stands as a performance icon designed with heart as much as precision.

Whether zipping across coastal waters, relaxing with loved ones, or commanding attention in any harbor, Cornelis transcends the notion of “boat.” It’s a statement—a tangible realisation of dreams, built to be lived and loved.