Mammoet has successfully assembled its colossal PTC210-DS ring crane, one of the largest in its fleet, in Rotterdam. This massive 210,000-ton meter crane, boasting a maximum lift capacity of 3,200 tons, will play a crucial role in replacing cranes on two offshore wind installation jack-up vessels, Wind Orca and Wind Osprey, for Cadeler, a leading shipping and construction company.
The crane replacements are of strategic importance to Cadeler as they aim to strengthen their position as a key player in the offshore wind sector. Erected in Mammoet’s yard in Schiedam, Netherlands, the Mammoet PTC210-DS is a standout among its five 5,000-ton class ring cranes and is currently the only one operating in Europe.
Despite its immense size, the PTC210-DS’s true strength lies in its versatility and its ability to operate in space-constrained areas. Dirk Knoester, Senior Adviser at Mammoet, highlighted its capabilities, including a relatively small footprint, 360-degree slewing, and the unique ability to switch between fixed and luffing jib mode, allowing for maximum flexibility in various working conditions.
The PTC210-DS will be responsible for removing existing leg cranes from the jack-up vessels and replacing them with new high-capacity GustoMSC cranes. GustoMSC is entrusted with designing, fabricating, delivering, and installing these new electric-driven leg cranes with a hefty 1,600-ton lifting capacity, ideal for servicing next-generation wind turbines with capacities exceeding 14MW.
Remco Zandstra, Senior Commercial Manager at Mammoet, emphasized the safety and efficiency considerations in assembling the PTC210-DS in their Schiedam yard, strategically located in the port of Rotterdam. This positioning allows them to serve both vessels simultaneously, saving time and ensuring the safest possible solution for the project.
The crane replacement work on Wind Orca and Wind Osprey is set to commence in Q3/2023 and is anticipated to conclude by Q1/2024. This collaborative effort between GustoMSC and Mammoet in Schiedam represents a unique and significant undertaking in the world of heavy lifting and offshore wind projects.
