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Offshore & Marine Cranes

Pedestal cranes, knuckle boom cranes, subsea lifting systems, and heave-compensated equipment for offshore platforms, FPSOs, and marine construction vessels.

DNVGL-ST-0378EN 13852API 2CNORSOK R-002
Capacity
Up to 5,000t (heavy lift vessels)
Water Depth
Up to 3,000m (subsea operations)
Operating SWL
Rated in tonnes at given radius
Sea State
Typically rated to Hs 2.0–3.5m
Standard
DNVGL-ST-0378 / EN 13852
Offshore / Marine Cranes

Offshore Pedestal Crane

Capacity5t – 250t at working radius
Span / ReachRadius 10m – 35m
Duty ClassPlatform supply vessel lifts, structural maintenance
Applicable Standards
DNVGL-ST-0378API 2CEN 13852

Fixed-base rotating crane mounted on a pedestal on offshore platform decks or jack-ups. The standard crane for deck lifting, supply vessel (PSV) cargo handling, and maintenance lifts. Knuckle boom or lattice boom designs.

Key Features

  • Pedestal or king-post mounting
  • Active heave compensation (AHC) option for subsea
  • Closed sheave block and anti-two-block
  • Corrosion-resistant finish (hot-dip galvanised + epoxy)
  • ATEX Zone 2 certified electrical
  • API 2C certification standard
  • Personnel transfer basket capability (DNV rated)

Typical Applications

  • Fixed platform cargo handling
  • Jack-up maintenance
  • PSV cargo operations
  • Drill floor pipe handling
Limitations

Sea-state dependent — SWL reduces significantly above Hs 2m; requires certified inspection per DNVGL ST-0378.

Offshore / Marine Cranes

Knuckle Boom / Articulated Crane

Capacity5t – 100t
Span / ReachArticulated boom with variable geometry
Duty ClassVessel deck, AHTS, pipe lay vessels
Applicable Standards
DNVGL-ST-0378EN 13852-1

Two-section articulated boom that can fold below deck level when not in use. Excellent reach over the side and below the waterline. Widely used on anchor handling tug supply vessels (AHTS), pipe lay barges, and dive support vessels (DSVs).

Key Features

  • Compact stowed height — folds below rail
  • Long horizontal reach from vessel side
  • Subsea deployment possible with AHC
  • Quick coupling tool changer for subsea tooling
  • Man-rider certified options (DNV)
  • Stainless or duplex steelwork for severe marine environments

Typical Applications

  • AHTS anchor handling
  • Pipe lay support
  • ROV/DSV subsea tooling deployment
  • Diving support vessel crane
Limitations

Complex hydraulic system requires specialist maintenance; sea-state ratings lower than lattice boom at equivalent capacity.

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