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Mammoet begins assembly of world’s biggest land-based crane

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Mammoet begins assembly of world’s biggest land-based crane

SK6000 ring crane redefines modular construction methodologies across heavy industry

Mammoet, the global leader in engineered heavy lifting and transport, has started assembling the world’s strongest land-based crane, the SK6000, at its Westdorpe facility in the Netherlands. 

This monumental project marks a new era in heavy lifting technology, offering unprecedented lifting capacity and reach, and opening up new construction methodologies for large projects. 

The SK6000 ring crane is testament to Mammoet’s commitment to innovation, but also sustainability. The crane will offer full electric operation. This means it enables the transition to cleaner power sources while driving down the carbon impact of energy projects themselves.

The SK6000 has a maximum capacity of 6,000t, and is capable of lifting components up to 3,000t to a height of 220 meters. Its sheer lifting power allows Mammoet customers to build more efficiently in larger pieces, shrinking the logistics, integration and mobilization phases of projects.

The crane provides a huge leap forward for projects in emerging energy sectors, supporting the continued constructability of next-generation wind turbine and foundation components needed to achieve higher yields from offshore wind farms. It also unlocks new modular construction options for nuclear facilities, with increased cost-effectiveness and safety.

In the oil and gas sector, the SK6000 helps new build and expansion projects to benefit from economies of scale on a level never before seen. It builds on the design philosophy of Mammoet’s SK190 and SK350 series, which are proven in the market. 

Following mobilization of all parts to Mammoet’s Westdorpe site, initial works include assembly of the crane’s base frame, power packs and control room. Mammoet’s auxiliary cranes are supporting the build, including two 250-tonne crawler cranes and a 140-tonne Gottwald mobile harbor crane.

Koen Brouwers, Project Manager for the SK6000, said: 

“This is a thrilling new chapter for Mammoet and modular construction in heavy industry, as we see the SK6000 taking shape. 

It will offer a hook height, outreach, and lifting capacity far in excess of any crane on the market. We are excited to bring this groundbreaking technology to our customers, helping them achieve their project goals with greater efficiency and more sustainably.”

Assembly of the SK6000 is scheduled to be completed during Q4 2024. 

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Bizim Vinç Delivers Specialized Load Engineering for Wind Energy Projects

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Specialized heavy lifting and transport solutions for wind turbine towers, blades, and generator components, supported by a 450-ton lifting capacity and advanced mobile crane operations.

Bizim Vinç is expanding its role in wind energy projects by providing specialized load engineering, heavy transport, and lifting solutions for turbine towers, rotor blades, and large generator components.

With more than 15 years of experience in transportation and logistics solutions, the company supports critical operations in heavy industry and large-scale investment projects. Its fleet includes truck-mounted platforms, tractor & lowbed trailers, hi-up and scissor platforms, mobile cranes, and telehandlers, enabling lifting and transport operations from 450 tons up to 136 meters in height.

In wind energy installations, where high towers, oversized blades, and heavy mechanical components require precise logistics planning, Bizim Vinç offers load engineering solutions that enhance operational safety while improving time and cost efficiency.

A key asset in the company’s machinery fleet is the Grove GMK6450-1 mobile crane. With a lifting capacity of 450 tons, fast setup capability, and compact design, the crane is positioned as a high-performance solution for wind turbine assembly, power plant installations, infrastructure projects, and heavy industrial applications.

Beyond wind energy, Bizim Vinç serves sectors such as steel construction, mining, building and construction, manufacturing, general industry, maintenance, and assembly.

To date, the company has participated in more than 700 projects, providing heavy lifting, heavy transport, equipment rental, engineering services, expert consultancy, and mobile crane rental solutions.

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Yılnak: Powering the Future with Reliable Wind Energy Transportation

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Yılnak: Powering the Future with Reliable Wind Energy Transportation

As a pioneer in heavy transport and project logistics, Yılnak has played a crucial role in advancing the global shift toward renewable energy. With our deep-rooted passion for engineering excellence and extensive experience in transporting wind turbines and related components, we understand logistics’s critical role in the success of wind energy projects.

At Yılnak, we take pride in our expertise in delivering complex and oversized cargo to even the most challenging locations and destinations. Our specialized fleet of trucks, equipped with cutting-edge technology, ensures precise and careful handling of every transport. Our dedicated engineering teams continuously develop innovative solutions to navigate demanding routes, ensuring timely and flawless delivery of every component.

Our commitment to excellence is reflected in every project we undertake. We partner with our clients to tailor customized logistics solutions that meet their specific needs, seamlessly integrating our services into their operations. From the initial planning to final delivery, Yılnak provides a comprehensive approach that minimizes risks and maximizes efficiency. Our engineering passion drives us to continuously refine our methods, ensuring we stay at the forefront of the industry.

As we look to the future, Yılnak remains committed to advancing the wind energy sector by providing reliable transportation solutions that drive progress. Our contribution to the global pursuit of sustainable energy is not merely a service but a responsibility and a passion we wholeheartedly embrace.

Our journey with wind energy transportation is a testament to our dedication to innovation, precision, and sustainability.

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Wärtsilä signs multiple vessel support agreement with Nakilat

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The technology group Wärtsilä has signed Support Agreements for LNG carriers owned by Qatar-based Nakilat, owner of the world’s largest LNG carrier fleet. The agreements were signed in April this year and are valid for five years. Wärtsilä is the supplier of the LNG reliquefaction systems onboard all of the QFlex vessels covered by the agreements.

Under the contract terms, Wärtsilä will provide 24/7 technical remote support for the vessels’ onboard Gas Process Plants. The customer has direct access to Wärtsilä’s dedicated team of LNG technical experts for specialized technical advice and remote troubleshooting, thereby reducing potential equipment downtime, and when possible, avoid time consuming and costly onboard visits by service engineers. Furthermore, following each cargo loading, selected operational data from the running reliquefaction systems is analysed by Wärtsilä’s LNG technical experts to ensure the operability and readiness of the system. This also creates a traceable operational data history.

“As the global leader in energy transportation, the efficiency and reliability of our reliquefaction systems is a key element to efficient cargo-handling operations and vessels serviceability to the customer. Such support agreements are intended to give the assurance that the reliquefaction systems are operated safely and optimally within plant design parameters, thereby ensuring the integrity of our global operations,” said Nakilat Chief Operating Officer Samir Bailouni.

“Lifecycle support to our customers’ installations is a central pillar in the strategy of Wärtsilä Gas Solutions. Agreements such as these are the best way for ensuring that the products, systems and solutions that we deliver are properly maintained, and that their reliability and performance are at the optimal level,” commented Rene Christian Olsen, Director Services, Gas Solutions.

Wärtsilä has a long-standing relationship with Nakilat and has supplied multiple products for their fleet.

Wärtsilä Gas Solutions is a market leader with innovative systems and lifecycle solutions for the gas value chain. Our main focus areas are handling of gas in seaborne transport (storage, fuel, transfer and BOG management), gas to power, liquefaction and biogas solutions. We help our customers on the journey towards a sustainable future through focus on lifecycle, innovation and digitalization.

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