Safe Lifting Europe Tested MPI Resolution Crane
The firm verified the vessel's crane capacity at 660 tonnes to ensure safe offshore wind infrastructure support.
Updated on Sept. 24, 2026 in Construction
Safe Lifting Europe B.V. completed a 660-tonne proof load test for the MPI Resolution vessel in the North Sea. The test confirmed the crane can operate at 110% of its rated 600-tonne lifting capacity.
Why it matters
Regular load testing verifies crane performance and confirms lifting capacity, which is essential for safely handling heavy offshore wind infrastructure.
The test load reached 660 tonnes, confirming the crane functioned at 110% of its 600-tonne rated capacity. Operations utilized a 16-metre spreader beam configuration and two 500-tonne load cells to measure performance.
The players
Safe Lifting Europe B.V.
This company specializes in load testing and lifting equipment inspection services for maritime and offshore industries.
Van Oord
Van Oord is an international maritime contractor that operates the MPI Resolution and focuses on offshore wind and dredging projects.
The details
The project involved filling and emptying a test barge using water pumps with a capacity of 475 m³/h to achieve the required test load. The MPI Resolution is a 130-metre-long self-elevating jack-up vessel.
Timeline
The MPI Resolution vessel was originally built in 2003.
Market Landscape
This proof load test aligns with established industry standards for crane safety and maintenance in the competitive offshore wind sector. It reflects the ongoing operational requirements for heavy-lift vessels as global demand for offshore energy infrastructure grows.
Rigorous testing of heavy machinery reduces downtime and ensures the reliability of offshore infrastructure projects. Clients relying on such vessels benefit from the verification of performance capacity, which supports consistent and safe project timelines.
The takeaway
Verifying crane capacity at 110% of its rating ensures that vessels can handle the extreme demands of installing heavy wind infrastructure. Prioritizing these technical evaluations is a critical step in mitigating mechanical failure risks at sea.
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Source note: This article includes information reported by American Journal of Transportation | AJOT | 1-800-599-6358.
