Huisman Secured Contract for Four Heavy Lift Cranes
The crane manufacturer will supply electric units for two transport vessels managed by Jumbo Maritime.
Updated on Sept. 29, 2026 in Cruises
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Huisman signed a contract with Dajin Heavy Industry to deliver four 1,200-tonne heavy lift pedestal cranes. These fully electric cranes will be installed on two heavy lift transport vessels.
Why it matters
The deal marks the introduction of the Huisman pedestal crane range, featuring electric drive units that optimize energy consumption for long-term heavy lift operations.
Each of the four cranes provides a 1,200-tonne lift capacity and is engineered for the potential addition of a fly jib. The systems utilize a power management architecture to increase operational efficiency.
The players
Huisman
Huisman is an international equipment design and manufacturing company known for providing lifting, drilling, and subsea solutions for the maritime and offshore industries.
Jumbo Maritime
Jumbo Maritime is a heavy lift shipping and offshore installation contractor that maintains a 50-year relationship with Huisman for its fleet requirements.
Dajin Heavy Industry
Dajin Heavy Industry is a manufacturer involved in the construction of large-scale transport and industrial vessels.
The details
Jumbo Maritime serves as the launch customer for these fully electric units, which are designed to support heavy lift tasks for future decades. The technology relies on a specialized power management system to reduce energy usage.
Timeline
May 2026: Jumbo and Dajin signed the contract to construct the two transport vessels.
September 29, 2026: Huisman and Dajin signed the contract for the four cranes.
Roadmap
The adoption of Huisman's fully electric pedestal crane range marks a major shift toward greater energy efficiency in maritime heavy lift operations. This transition highlights a broader industry move to reduce carbon footprints in specialized offshore transport.
While the deal focuses on industrial heavy lift capacity, it signifies a long-term shift toward greener maritime transport technology. Travelers monitoring the cruise and shipping sectors should anticipate future efficiency gains as more vessel operators transition to electric equipment.
The takeaway
The implementation of electric drive units in heavy lifting equipment represents a significant commitment to energy optimization. Companies are increasingly prioritizing long-term sustainability to support heavy lift operations over the coming decades.
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Source note: This article includes information reported by Heavy Lift & Project Forwarding International.
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