Huisman secures contract for two Knuckle Boom Cranes for Olympic Group
Huisman has secured a contract for the delivery of two 250mt Knuckle Boom Cranes, which will be installed on the new UT 7623 SEV Sustainable Energy Vessels of the Olympic Group. The contract was signed last month with China Merchants Heavy Industries (CMHI) in Shenzhen and follows a series of recent Knuckle Boom Crane deliveries to the offshore construction industry.
The cranes will feature Huisman’s proprietary Active Heave Compensation system. This system connects the crane’s electric setup to the vessel’s power grid, enabling efficient interaction with the vessel’s electrical energy storage system. This integration significantly reduces the net energy consumption of offshore lifting operations.
Cees van Veluw, Product Director Cranes at Huisman: “We are proud to be part of this ambitious project that pushes the boundaries of energy efficiency and reliability in offshore lifting. Our collaboration with Olympic, their shipbuilding partner CMHI, and ship designer and grid integrator Kongsberg Maritime underscores a shared dedication to innovation and sustainable development in the offshore energy industry. This contract highlights the trust in Huisman’s technical expertise and our commitment to delivering equipment that meets the highest performance standards.”
Key features of the Huisman Knuckle Boom Crane
- Active Heave Compensated deepwater main hoist and auxiliary hoist
- 250mt maximum lifting capacity with extended reach
- Huisman proprietary Active Heave Compensation system
- Energy regeneration to the vessel grid