MACGREGOR SUPPLIES ELECTRIC CRANES TO IMPROVE SUSTAINABILITY

Apr 4, 2025 | Ship's deck & cargo news

MacGregor has delivered its new SWL 250t electric heavy lift cranes to Nordic Hamburg Shipmanagement (NMF) from Huanghai Shipbuilding, which the company says marks a significant milestone in sustainable cargo handling solutions.

This next-generation heavy lift crane combines MacGregor and NMF’s experience in the heavy lift industry. The crane is designed to enhance operational efficiency while significantly reducing emissions, energy consumption, and maintenance costs. By leveraging MacGregor’s electric drive technology, the crane eliminates hydraulic oil usage, improving environmental performance and ensuring compliance with strict industry regulations.

Soeren Hoessermann, MD Nordic Hamburg Shipmanagement (HK) said: “We are pleased to receive MacGregor’s electric heavy lift crane, which aligns with our commitment to improving efficiency and reducing our environmental impact. This innovative technology will help us optimize cargo handling operations while contributing to our sustainability goals.”

The delivery of the electric heavy lift crane is claimed to reinforce MacGregor’s leadership in sustainable maritime solutions, supporting customers’ decarbonisation targets without compromising performance.

Magnus Sjöberg, SVP Equipment Solutions Division, MacGregor, said: “At MacGregor, we are committed to delivering sustainable and innovative solutions that create lifetime value in cargo handling. The delivery of our new electric heavy lift crane is a testament to our dedication to reducing the environmental footprint of maritime operations while maintaining the highest standards of performance and reliability.”

The crane will be installed on the vessel Amy, which will play a key role in a project cargo market.

Image: MacGregor electric heavy life cranes (source: MacGregor)

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