# Heavy lift transport **URL:** \ **Category:** Maritime Topics\ **Created:** [October 31, 2019, 12:27pm UTC](https://forum.gcaptain.com/t/heavy-lift-transport/53214 "2019-10-31T12:27:43Z")\ **Posts on this page:** 20\ **Page:** 16
**Author:** ![ombugge](https://sea2.discourse-cdn.com/flex016/user_avatar/forum.gcaptain.com/ombugge/32/11217_2.png) [@ombugge](https://forum.gcaptain.com/u/ombugge)\ **Post date:** [January 9, 2026, 2:35pm UTC](https://forum.gcaptain.com/t/heavy-lift-transport/53214/301 "2026-01-09T14:35:38Z")
A giant in the industry has dropped anchor: > **[Heavylift legend passes away - Splash247](https://splash247.com/heavylift-legend-passes-away/)** > > Svend Andersen, widely regarded as one of the most influential commercial figures in the modern heavylift and project cargo shipping sector, has passed away. Over several decades, he helped professionalise and consolidate a niche segment of shipping.... RIP Svend šŸ„¹ ---
**Author:** ![ombugge](https://sea2.discourse-cdn.com/flex016/user_avatar/forum.gcaptain.com/ombugge/32/11217_2.png) [@ombugge](https://forum.gcaptain.com/u/ombugge)\ **Post date:** [February 18, 2026, 11:56am UTC](https://forum.gcaptain.com/t/heavy-lift-transport/53214/302 "2026-02-18T11:56:22Z")
[![Imgur](https://us1.discourse-cdn.com/flex016/uploads/gcaptain_maritime_forum/original/3X/a/1/a1102e097eb3190f1c8a65b5d4cd8931b98ee11b.jpeg "GPO EMERALD") ](https://www.flickr.com/photos/robertships/55099490018/) THE HEAVY LIFT SHIP GPO EMERALD with the floating dry dock SEASPAN CAREEN onboard anchored in Vancouver harbour. The GPO EMERALD is taking the dry dock SEASPAN CAREEN to INDONESIA. Photo: Feb 15 2026 Robert Etchell (c) ---
**Author:** ![ombugge](https://sea2.discourse-cdn.com/flex016/user_avatar/forum.gcaptain.com/ombugge/32/11217_2.png) [@ombugge](https://forum.gcaptain.com/u/ombugge)\ **Post date:** [March 20, 2026, 8:50pm UTC](https://forum.gcaptain.com/t/heavy-lift-transport/53214/303 "2026-03-20T20:50:46Z")
![image](https://us1.discourse-cdn.com/flex016/uploads/gcaptain_maritime_forum/original/3X/1/2/1256b5342ec28e575cb07d9e5697a809de72a6af.jpeg) The KANG QI FU HUA enroute from Lusigang to Kandala (India) spotted transiting the Singapore Strait. Photo : Capt@VG > **[Kang Qi Fu Hua, IMO 1026855, Call sign 3E5339, Deck platform ships](https://ship-photo-roster.com/ship/kang-qi-fu-hua#1)** > > Kang Qi Fu Hua, IMO 1026855, Call sign 3E5339, Deck platform ships - Ship Photos and Ship Data ---
**Author:** ![ombugge](https://sea2.discourse-cdn.com/flex016/user_avatar/forum.gcaptain.com/ombugge/32/11217_2.png) [@ombugge](https://forum.gcaptain.com/u/ombugge)\ **Post date:** [May 25, 2026, 1:19pm UTC](https://forum.gcaptain.com/t/heavy-lift-transport/53214/305 "2026-05-25T13:19:22Z")
> **[Jumbo expands heavylift fleet with newbuild brace in China - Splash247](https://splash247.com/jumbo-expands-heavylift-fleet-with-newbuild-brace-in-china/)** > > Dutch heavylift shipping specialist Jumbo is bolstering its fleet with a pair of next-generation multipurpose vessels in China. The Rotterdam-based owner has signed a contract with Chinese manufacturer and shipbuilder Dajin Heavy Industry for two... > [@](#): > > The ships are scheduled for delivery in 2028 and 2029 and will be designed to serve offshore wind, heavy industrial transport and deepsea engineering projects. > According to Dajin Heavy Industry, the vessels will feature two 1,200-tonne heavylift cranes, providing a combined tandem lifting capacity of up to 2,400 tonnes. The ships will be built to DNV class standards and incorporate green and smart shipping technologies aimed at improving operational efficiency and environmental performance. > Jumboā€™s shipping activities are conducted through the JSI Alliance > **[JSI Alliance | Your journey, our priority](https://www.jsi-alliance.com/)** > > JSI Alliance is the gateway to the strongest heavy lift and multi-purpose services in the market. An alliance of Jumbo, SAL and SAL Intermarine. ---
**Author:** ![ombugge](https://sea2.discourse-cdn.com/flex016/user_avatar/forum.gcaptain.com/ombugge/32/11217_2.png) [@ombugge](https://forum.gcaptain.com/u/ombugge)\ **Post date:** [July 2, 2026, 8:01pm UTC](https://forum.gcaptain.com/t/heavy-lift-transport/53214/306 "2026-07-02T20:01:53Z")
![image](https://us1.discourse-cdn.com/flex016/uploads/gcaptain_maritime_forum/original/3X/3/e/3ef6f1847957cf41ecd7e90f0da8e5e136e6e5b0.jpeg) ![image](https://us1.discourse-cdn.com/flex016/uploads/gcaptain_maritime_forum/original/3X/b/e/bec1b704ebe6e41c1acca507c0de520edca4dd75.jpeg) The TIAN YI 156 arrived in Rotterdam with newbuilding hulls from China. Photos: Michel Kodde Ā© > **[TIAN YI 156, Heavy Load Carrier - Details and current position - IMO 9974929...](https://www.vesselfinder.com/vessels/details/9974929)** > > Vessel TIAN YI 156 (IMO 9974929, MMSI 413577930) is a Heavy Load Carrier built in 2023 and currently sailing under the flag of China. ---
**Author:** ![ombugge](https://sea2.discourse-cdn.com/flex016/user_avatar/forum.gcaptain.com/ombugge/32/11217_2.png) [@ombugge](https://forum.gcaptain.com/u/ombugge)\ **Post date:** [July 22, 2026, 8:05pm UTC](https://forum.gcaptain.com/t/heavy-lift-transport/53214/307 "2026-07-22T20:05:18Z")
![image](https://us1.discourse-cdn.com/flex016/uploads/gcaptain_maritime_forum/original/3X/2/5/25f200af6c26ae9ba5e10752c1fb0f3cb1319189.jpeg) _From China to Belokamenka. Heavy load carriers Bright Ocean (IMO: 9830769) and Glory Ocean (IMO: 9934498) sailing towards the Kola Bay with modules for Novatekā€™s Arctic LNG 2 project._ Photo: Sergei Voznesensky > **[Construction of Arctic LNG platforms resumes as China-made modules arrive in...](https://www.thebarentsobserver.com/news/construction-of-arctic-lng-platforms-resumes-as-chinamade-modules-arrive-in-belokamenka/454293)** > > Two heavy-load carriers have arrived in Belokamenka on the Kola Peninsula with Chinese-made modules for Novatekā€™s heavily sanctioned Arctic LNG 2 project. > **[GLORY OCEAN, Heavy Load Carrier - Details and current position - IMO 9934498...](https://www.vesselfinder.com/vessels/details/9934498)** > > Vessel GLORY OCEAN (IMO 9934498, MMSI 649116000) is a Heavy Load Carrier built in 2022 and currently sailing under the flag of Mali. > **[BRIGHT OCEAN, Heavy Load Carrier - Details and current position - IMO 9830769...](https://www.vesselfinder.com/vessels/details/9830769)** > > Vessel BRIGHT OCEAN (IMO 9830769, MMSI 649117000) is a Heavy Load Carrier built in 2018 and currently sailing under the flag of Mali. ---
**Author:** ![ombugge](https://sea2.discourse-cdn.com/flex016/user_avatar/forum.gcaptain.com/ombugge/32/11217_2.png) [@ombugge](https://forum.gcaptain.com/u/ombugge)\ **Post date:** [August 17, 2026, 1:29pm UTC](https://forum.gcaptain.com/t/heavy-lift-transport/53214/308 "2026-08-17T13:29:01Z")
![image](https://us1.discourse-cdn.com/flex016/uploads/gcaptain_maritime_forum/original/3X/0/b/0bf7a097c18548eb37062c2ee2cca572faee0b14.jpeg) Four harbour tugs support the tow of Boa Barge 38 with Cimolaiā€™s Goliath crane on board (source: Cimolai Technology) > **[Tugboats support transport of Goliath Fincantieri shipyard crane](https://www.rivieramm.com/videos/tugboats-support-transport-of-goliath-fincantieri-shipyard-crane-89651)** > > Fincantieriā€™s 800-ton has been mobilised across the northern Adriatic between two Italian ports Video: [![](https://us1.discourse-cdn.com/flex016/uploads/gcaptain_maritime_forum/original/3X/8/b/8b42dbbe8b626f9685ee4852d15205f266f1404e.jpeg "Fair winds: the first 800-Ton Goliath Crane departs from Porto Val da Rio to Fincantieri Monfalcone") ](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_5VFM8xv6hE&t=30s) > **[BOABARGE 38 | BOA Offshore](https://www.boa.no/our-fleet/boa-barge-38)** > > BOABARGE 38 is a Heavy Lift, Semi-Submersible Barge with the class I, +HULL, +MACH, Special Service -Semi Submersible barge, YOUNG ICE 1. Build in 2022 and registered in Trondheim . This is not the only impressive operation the Boabarge 38 has been involved in. Here from a ā€œthree-barge simultaneous operationā€ in Brownsvill, Tx.: > **[Three-Barge Simultaneous Ballasting Operation | BOA Offshore](https://www.boa.no/boa-expertise/case-study/first-three-barge-simultaneous-ballasting-operation)** > [@](#): > > This operation marked a significant achievement as it was the first-ever three-barge simultaneous ballasting operation. Additionally, the WTIV launch set a new world record for the largest load-out, totalling 26,000 tons, and featured the worldā€™s largest SPMT assembly with 880 axles. PS: The load-out and float-off was performed in the same US port. Did this operation require a Jones Act exemption? ---
**Author:** ![ombugge](https://sea2.discourse-cdn.com/flex016/user_avatar/forum.gcaptain.com/ombugge/32/11217_2.png) [@ombugge](https://forum.gcaptain.com/u/ombugge)\ **Post date:** [August 23, 2026, 10:07pm UTC](https://forum.gcaptain.com/t/heavy-lift-transport/53214/309 "2026-08-23T22:07:20Z")
![image](https://us1.discourse-cdn.com/flex016/uploads/gcaptain_maritime_forum/original/3X/a/f/af31c3f7dd9f3c3d60a9c596b7429eafc3d36bde.jpeg) Lookout placed on Stbd bridgewing with a walki-talki. PS: You can see him in the window there, if you look closely ---
**Author:** ![ombugge](https://sea2.discourse-cdn.com/flex016/user_avatar/forum.gcaptain.com/ombugge/32/11217_2.png) [@ombugge](https://forum.gcaptain.com/u/ombugge)\ **Post date:** [September 20, 2026, 7:25pm UTC](https://forum.gcaptain.com/t/heavy-lift-transport/53214/310 "2026-09-20T19:25:53Z")
[![Imgur](https://us1.discourse-cdn.com/flex016/uploads/gcaptain_maritime_forum/original/3X/6/f/6f925d68be2c89d334b8dac13427ad2dcea6b459.jpeg "seaway swan@piet sinke 17-09-2026") ](https://www.flickr.com/photos/33438735@N08/55532902087) Spotted in very hazy weather due to the bush fires in Indonesia the SEAWAY SWAN anchored off Vung Tau loaded with the HAPO BARGE H 401 which barge was loaded with the offshore substation topsides BL2 Z03 & BL 2 Z04 for the 1.5 GW Baltica 2 offshore wind farm in Poland. [![Imgur](https://us1.discourse-cdn.com/flex016/uploads/gcaptain_maritime_forum/original/3X/f/2/f2afa407686d9b5501e56644ccd29e19e84c8b20.jpeg "h 401@piet sinke 17-09-2026 (3)") ](https://www.flickr.com/photos/33438735@N08/55534310470) Photos: Piet Sinke [www.maasmondmaritime.com](http://www.maasmondmaritime.com) (c) > **[Seaway Swan - Seaway 7](https://www.seaway7.com/vessels/swan/)** ---
**Author:** ![ombugge](https://sea2.discourse-cdn.com/flex016/user_avatar/forum.gcaptain.com/ombugge/32/11217_2.png) [@ombugge](https://forum.gcaptain.com/u/ombugge)\ **Post date:** [September 27, 2026, 12:23pm UTC](https://forum.gcaptain.com/t/heavy-lift-transport/53214/311 "2026-09-27T12:23:52Z")
![image](https://us1.discourse-cdn.com/flex016/uploads/gcaptain_maritime_forum/original/3X/a/3/a3363e0f24a24abf28efe751883878b4732a7952.jpeg) > **[Boskalisā€™ White Marlin Transports Three Vessels From Nigeria to Argentina -...](https://dredgewire.com/boskalis-white-marlin-transports-three-vessels-from-nigeria-to-argentina/)** > > Boskalisā€™ semi-submersible heavy transport vessel White Marlin recently completed another successful transport. This time, the vessel made a voyage between West Africa and South America. Recently, two tugs and Micoperiā€™s pipe-laying vessel Seminole... > [@](#): > > This time, the vessel made a voyage between West Africa and South America. Recently, two tugs and Micoperiā€™s pipe-laying vessel Seminole were loaded in Bonny, Nigeria. The vessel recently arrived with its triple cargo at the port of BahĆ­a Blanca in Argentina. [https://boskalis.com ā€ŗ media ā€ŗ white-marlin](https://boskalis.com/media/vqcf4grq/white-marlin.pdf) ---
**Author:** ![ombugge](https://sea2.discourse-cdn.com/flex016/user_avatar/forum.gcaptain.com/ombugge/32/11217_2.png) [@ombugge](https://forum.gcaptain.com/u/ombugge)\ **Post date:** [October 2, 2026, 9:45pm UTC](https://forum.gcaptain.com/t/heavy-lift-transport/53214/312 "2026-10-02T21:45:53Z")
**Boskalisā€™ Blue Marlin and White Marlin Load Sections of Grand Bahama Shipyardā€™s 413m New Floating Dry Dock Lucayan** : Creating new horizons is at the heart of Boskalisā€™ activities. This often means finding smart solutions to seemingly impossible challenges, which was perfectly illustrated by Boskalisā€™ latest operation in Qingdao, China. There, they successfully executed the floatā€‘on of Grand Bahama Shipyard Limitedā€™s brandā€‘new floating dry dock Lucayan. With an impressive length of 413m and a width of 85m, Lucayan is truly Mega. ![image](https://us1.discourse-cdn.com/flex016/uploads/gcaptain_maritime_forum/original/3X/4/c/4c3dbcc340ec771119418ed68a959f8d9758f101.jpeg) ![image](https://us1.discourse-cdn.com/flex016/uploads/gcaptain_maritime_forum/original/3X/d/4/d48dacd79b6779a64cab9fa8a53bdb733a258537.jpeg) ![image](https://us1.discourse-cdn.com/flex016/uploads/gcaptain_maritime_forum/original/3X/5/c/5c91f4f89f54297ce90f3d330f5ff281ff36d110.jpeg) ![image](https://us1.discourse-cdn.com/flex016/uploads/gcaptain_maritime_forum/original/3X/a/6/a625759de40e40bf987674db314df3efd12d587e.jpeg) Source: [https://www.heavyliftnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/0407-Boskalis-1.jpg](https://www.heavyliftnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/0407-Boskalis-1.jpg) ---
**Author:** ![ombugge](https://sea2.discourse-cdn.com/flex016/user_avatar/forum.gcaptain.com/ombugge/32/11217_2.png) [@ombugge](https://forum.gcaptain.com/u/ombugge)\ **Post date:** [October 2, 2026, 9:53pm UTC](https://forum.gcaptain.com/t/heavy-lift-transport/53214/313 "2026-10-02T21:53:18Z")
What about this transport, from Singapore to the North Sea: It was the semi-submersible heavy transport vessel Mighty Servant 1 that made its debut on the project. In Singapore, the vessel loaded the 23,550t HVDC converter platform DolWin Epsilon for transport to Norway: ![image](https://us1.discourse-cdn.com/flex016/uploads/gcaptain_maritime_forum/original/3X/7/8/78875397afca419327d9cca816978d56f4786186.jpeg) Source: [https://www.heavyliftnews.com/boskalis-congratulates-orsted-on-the-inauguration-of-borkum-riffgrund-3/](https://www.heavyliftnews.com/boskalis-congratulates-orsted-on-the-inauguration-of-borkum-riffgrund-3/) ---
**Author:** ![ombugge](https://sea2.discourse-cdn.com/flex016/user_avatar/forum.gcaptain.com/ombugge/32/11217_2.png) [@ombugge](https://forum.gcaptain.com/u/ombugge)\ **Post date:** [October 5, 2026, 12:16pm UTC](https://forum.gcaptain.com/t/heavy-lift-transport/53214/314 "2026-10-05T12:16:50Z")
![image](https://us1.discourse-cdn.com/flex016/uploads/gcaptain_maritime_forum/original/3X/d/d/dd6f68ac18f839c5870f6d2ba377535d8c6aa91a.jpeg) The ZHI YUAN KOU arriving from Yantai at Rio the Janeiro with BLUE KRAKEN and BLUE PENGLAI on deck Photo: John Govers Marine Superintendent BlueOOS | formerly OOS International (c) Zhi Yuan Kou: [Zhi Yuan Kou Semi-Sumbersible](https://coscoht.com/semi-submersible/fleet/zhi-yuan-kou/) > **[Blue Kraken & Blue Penglai - BlueOOS](https://www.blueoos.com/blue-qilin/)** > > Overview Blue Kraken and Blue Penglai are sister liftboats designed to provide a stable, elevated working platform for a wide range of offshore operations. The vessels combine offshore lifting capabilities, deck space and accommodation facilities in... ---
**Author:** ![ombugge](https://sea2.discourse-cdn.com/flex016/user_avatar/forum.gcaptain.com/ombugge/32/11217_2.png) [@ombugge](https://forum.gcaptain.com/u/ombugge)\ **Post date:** [October 9, 2026, 11:43am UTC](https://forum.gcaptain.com/t/heavy-lift-transport/53214/315 "2026-10-09T11:43:36Z")
Mighty Servant 1 arriving in Haugesund, Norway, with the converter platform DolWin Epsilon on deck: ![image](https://us1.discourse-cdn.com/flex016/uploads/gcaptain_maritime_forum/original/3X/6/4/649372cff0b2b1c80d65c5f24b5b5a30d744e3ae.jpeg) Source: [DolWin Epsilon Platform Arrives in Haugesund Onboard Mighty Servant 1 ā€“ Heavy Lift News](https://www.heavyliftnews.com/dolwin-epsilon-platform-arrives-in-haugesund-onboard-mighty-servant-1/) ---
**Author:** ![ombugge](https://sea2.discourse-cdn.com/flex016/user_avatar/forum.gcaptain.com/ombugge/32/11217_2.png) [@ombugge](https://forum.gcaptain.com/u/ombugge)\ **Post date:** [October 21, 2026, 11:12am UTC](https://forum.gcaptain.com/t/heavy-lift-transport/53214/316 "2026-10-21T11:12:21Z")
![image](https://us1.discourse-cdn.com/flex016/uploads/gcaptain_maritime_forum/original/3X/4/7/47423f70d1e7c4c1a997b0281f8a36d28978043c.jpeg) ![image](https://us1.discourse-cdn.com/flex016/uploads/gcaptain_maritime_forum/original/3X/a/6/a67ba04821270bdac2eb18e343323bbf7bcdb525.jpeg) > **[Boskalis' Mighty Servant 3 Loads 18 Fish Farm Cage Sections from Norwegian...](https://www.heavyliftnews.com/boskalis-mighty-servant-3-loads-18-fish-farm-cage-sections-from-norwegian-aquaculture-company-seafarming-systems-in-china/)** > > Boskalis' Mighty Servant 3 Loads 18 Fish Farm Cage Sections from Norwegian Aquaculture Company Seafarming Systems in China > [@](#): > > Upon arrival in Norway, this ā€˜flat packā€™ will be assembled into 6 individual cages. Once operational towards the end of this year, they will be the largest closed fish cages in the world. ---
**Author:** ![ombugge](https://sea2.discourse-cdn.com/flex016/user_avatar/forum.gcaptain.com/ombugge/32/11217_2.png) [@ombugge](https://forum.gcaptain.com/u/ombugge)\ **Post date:** [October 23, 2026, 1:23pm UTC](https://forum.gcaptain.com/t/heavy-lift-transport/53214/317 "2026-10-23T13:23:19Z")
An earlier heavy lift transport from China to Norway: ![image](https://us1.discourse-cdn.com/flex016/uploads/gcaptain_maritime_forum/original/3X/4/5/45ca51138de3577d513dbc32d95d523534a43795.jpeg) > **[SAL Heavy Lift transports entire bridge - Heavy Lift & Project Forwarding...](https://www.heavyliftpfi.com/shipping/2019/01/29/sal-heavy-lift-transports-entire-bridge/)** > > SAL Heavy Lift delivered an entire bridge from China to Norway where it will be used to connect the municipalities of Steinkjer and Malm, crossing the Beitstadfjorden. The bridge will make travelling between northern parts of TrĆøndelag county... Here is the completed bridge: ![image](https://us1.discourse-cdn.com/flex016/uploads/gcaptain_maritime_forum/original/3X/8/0/80c4ce00724dc176cf5b4668f60eb87788ce90bf.jpeg) Source: [https://share.google/HkSD1ugJnXnMUbFNz](https://share.google/HkSD1ugJnXnMUbFNz) ---
**Author:** ![AKBJR](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/a/c89c15/32.png) [@AKBJR](https://forum.gcaptain.com/u/AKBJR)\ **Post date:** [October 24, 2026, 2:26pm UTC](https://forum.gcaptain.com/t/heavy-lift-transport/53214/318 "2026-10-24T14:26:30Z")
Very interesting photo of the ship being loaded. Also, I see what appears to be a fast rescue boat, but no lifeboats. ---
**Author:** ![ombugge](https://sea2.discourse-cdn.com/flex016/user_avatar/forum.gcaptain.com/ombugge/32/11217_2.png) [@ombugge](https://forum.gcaptain.com/u/ombugge)\ **Post date:** [October 24, 2026, 2:49pm UTC](https://forum.gcaptain.com/t/heavy-lift-transport/53214/319 "2026-10-24T14:49:17Z")
Here is the lifeboat: ![image](https://us1.discourse-cdn.com/flex016/uploads/gcaptain_maritime_forum/original/3X/a/8/a8b32c82a0281ff1c24807f313ec8e9f2f0f0ffa.jpeg) Before you ask; walkways from fore to aft on both sides: ![image](https://us1.discourse-cdn.com/flex016/uploads/gcaptain_maritime_forum/original/3X/1/8/1862b11101bb58cd6cddca0713210cb000418e62.jpeg) ---
**Author:** ![AKBJR](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/a/c89c15/32.png) [@AKBJR](https://forum.gcaptain.com/u/AKBJR)\ **Post date:** [October 25, 2026, 3:40pm UTC](https://forum.gcaptain.com/t/heavy-lift-transport/53214/320 "2026-10-25T15:40:02Z")
Too far from the accommodation block. ---
**Author:** ![ombugge](https://sea2.discourse-cdn.com/flex016/user_avatar/forum.gcaptain.com/ombugge/32/11217_2.png) [@ombugge](https://forum.gcaptain.com/u/ombugge)\ **Post date:** [October 25, 2026, 4:59pm UTC](https://forum.gcaptain.com/t/heavy-lift-transport/53214/321 "2026-10-25T16:59:11Z")
There are liferafts for those who donā€™t like walking all the way to the stern:šŸ¤£ ![image](https://us1.discourse-cdn.com/flex016/uploads/gcaptain_maritime_forum/original/3X/8/9/89d07f9a90b5cb6a5ffdceb46064be81f57dca15.jpeg) [Previous page](https://forum.gcaptain.com/t/heavy-lift-transport/53214.md?page=15)