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Huisman has strengthened its Performance Insights offering through a collaboration with condition monitoring specialist SPM Instrument, enabling advanced predictive maintenance services for critical rotating equipment.

Huisman has been awarded a first order for its newly designed Process Overhead Crane, marking a major milestone in the company’s strategy to leverage its offshore expertise and expand into markets that require advanced handling and lifting technology. The order, placed by Tata Steel IJmuiden B.V., comprises two Process Overhead Cranes, each with a capacity of 100mt and a span of 35.6 metres. 

Huisman has signed a second contract with Hutchison Ports ECT Rotterdam (ECT) for the delivery of 12 additional Automated Stacking Cranes (ASCs), following the earlier delivery of a series of six. Of the initial series, three cranes are already operational, while the remaining three are in the commissioning and testing phase and are expected to enter operation this month.

Huisman announces its official membership in the Port Equipment Manufacturers Association (PEMA). This step reflects Huisman’s ongoing commitment to advancing innovation, sustainability, and collaboration within the global port logistics industry.

Huisman announces the launch of Rope Vision, an advanced automated visual inspection tool designed to enhance the reliability and safety of wire rope operations. Specifically aimed at wire ropes of heavy lifting cranes which are used extensively and intensively, Rope Vision enables predictable maintenance powered by data, helping teams make smarter decisions and reduce unplanned downtime. 

Huisman has signed a contract with Dong Fang Offshore (DFO) for the delivery of a modular 30mt Cable-Lay System. The system is specifically designed to be deployed across a range of vessels, including DFO’s newbuild Construction Service Operation Vessels and Offshore Construction Vessels, built by VARD. This marks Huisman’s first Cable-Lay System, built on the company’s extensive track record in the deepwater pipelay market.

Huisman has signed a contract with VARD for the delivery of a state-of-the-art 250mt Knuckle Boom Crane, which will be installed on a newbuild offshore construction vessel for Dong Fang Offshore (DFO). The vessel is currently under construction at VARD and is destined for operations in the Taiwanese offshore wind market.

On 4 and 5 June, Huisman took part in the Dutch delegation during the state visit to the Czech Republic, and served as the main sponsor of the Bell of Freedom project. The Dutch family-owned company has deep roots in Czech society since 1997, when Huisman opened a production location Sviadnov. 

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.

Huisman has secured another contract for the delivery of two 250mt Knuckle Boom Cranes, which will be installed on the new ST-245-designed offshore energy support vessels of SEA1 Offshore. The contract was signed with COSCO Shipping Co., Ltd., and follows a previous order for two identical cranes awarded at the end of 2024.

Huisman has signed a contract with Greek shipowner Capital Offshore for the delivery of four state-of-the-art Knuckle Boom Cranes. These cranes will be integrated into the new MMC-designed platform supply vessels (PSVs), currently under construction at the Fujian Mawei shipyard, and destined for operations in the Brazilian market.

Huisman announces the launch of its latest innovation in data driven solutions, Performance Insights. This cutting-edge application empowers Huisman equipment owners to optimise operations, enhance efficiency, and ensure the longevity of their equipment through comprehensive usage monitoring, advanced system analytics and condition monitoring.

Huisman has been awarded a contract from Penta-Ocean Construction Co. Ltd. to deliver a 5,000mt Tub Mounted Crane along with a monopile handling system, including a Motion Compensated Pile Gripper. Developed collaboratively with Penta-Ocean Construction and vessel designer Ulstein, this innovative equipment concept seamlessly integrates the crane and handling tools into Penta-Ocean Construction’s new heavy lift vessel. Designed for the Japanese offshore wind market, this vessel will be the world’s first fully integrated heavy lift vessel, offering one of the highest lifting capacities globally.

Huisman has signed a contract with Zhenjiang Jiangsu Shipyard Co. Ltd. for the delivery of a 100mt Pedestal Mounted Crane to Eastern Navigation, a leading provider of maritime support fleets in the Asian-Pacific offshore energy industry.

Huisman has received an order for the delivery of a Traveling Load Stabilising System, which will be integrated into both 3,000+mt Leg Encircling Cranes for Havfram’s two new NG-20000X-HF Wind Turbine Installation Vessels.

Huisman has been awarded the BID Innovation Award 2024, recognising the company’s groundbreaking contributions to step-changing technical solutions that drive the energy transition. This achievement comes as Huisman celebrates its 95th anniversary, highlighting nearly a century of industrial leadership and commitment to innovation. 

Huisman has secured a contract for the delivery of two 250mt Knuckle Boom Cranes, to be installed on the new ST-245-designed offshore energy support vessels of Sea1 Offshore, a Norwegian shipping company. The contract was signed with COSCO (Qidong) Offshore Co., Ltd.

Huisman celebrates its 95th anniversary as a leading designer, manufacturer, and service provider of innovative and step changing technical solutions for the world's leading companies in the renewable energy, oil and gas, civil, naval and entertainment markets.

Huisman, in partnership with CMT International, is co-developing pioneering technology for the circular, safe, and competitive dismantling of ships. This innovative approach offers a sustainable alternative to the "beaching" of ships, where they are being scrapped under hazardous and highly polluting conditions.

Huisman has been awarded another contract for the delivery of a Knuckle Boom Crane for a client in the offshore energy market. 

Huisman has announced two contract awards, one for the design and construction of a Leg Encircling Crane (LEC) and a Pedestal Mounted Crane for Cadeler’s latest A-Class new build vessel, and one for an Upending Frame and Monopile Storage System to be installed on the Wind Ally, another A-Class jack-up vessel in Cadeler’s fleet.

Huisman has been awarded its first contract from Coastal International Marine Inc. for the delivery of a deepwater Knuckle Boom Crane (KBC). Coastal International Marine Inc. is part of the Coastal Contracts Bhd. Group, a global integrated oil & gas services and energy infrastructure solutions provider based in Malaysia.

Huisman has been awarded a contract from VARD, a designer and shipbuilder, for the delivery of a full electric 250mt Hybrid Boom Subsea Crane, and a 100mt Knuckle Boom Crane destined for integration into Toyo Construction Co. Ltd.'s latest cable-lay and construction vessel.

Huisman, the global leader in the design, production and maintenance of heavy construction equipment, has announced its entry into the port & logistics market. The Dutch company has been awarded an order from Hutchison Ports ECT Rotterdam (ECT) for a series of Automated Stacking Cranes (ASCs) for efficient handling and buffering of containers. 

Huisman announces the signing of a contract with Cadeler for the design and production of a Monopile Gripper. This marks the seventh gripper ordered at Huisman, reinforcing the company's prominent position in the market for installation tools for the offshore wind industry.