Huisman has signed a contract with Dalian Shipbuilding Offshore Co., Ltd. (DSOC) for the supply of two Heavy Lift Mast Cranes to be installed on BigLift Shipping's new heavy lift vessel, Happy S, a sister vessel to the Happy Star. The award further strengthens the long-standing relationship between Huisman and BigLift Shipping.
The cranes offer a maximum lifting capacity of 1100 t each at an outreach of 23 m, combining outstanding lifting performance with a compact footprint to maximise operational flexibility, efficiency and reliability.
Furthermore, the fully electric design, including an integrated power management system, enables efficient distribution of available power from the vessel's grid to both cranes. The cranes are equipped with the capability to vertically sea fast the boom, allowing oversized cargo to be transported without a horizontally stowed boom limiting the available deck space.
With more than 100 mast cranes delivered worldwide, Huisman's Heavy Lift Mast Cranes have established a strong track record in the heavy lift transport market. The first crane of its kind, delivered in 1984 for BigLift Shipping’s Happy Buccaneer, successfully served for over 40 years, reflecting the durability and reliability that have become hallmarks of the design.
