A 70-tonne gangway module has been successfully lifted onto the offshore wind installation vessel Blue Tern, marking another milestone for the heavy lift specialists at Mammoet.
The lift took place at Damen Shiprepair Amsterdam, where the vessel is undergoing modifications ahead of its next offshore campaign. Using its LTM 1750 SL mobile crane, Mammoet positioned the gangway on board with precision, underlining the critical role of mobile crane solutions in complex portside vessel upgrades.
This latest intervention comes as the Blue Tern prepares to head offshore for operations involving the handling and installation of wind turbine components, some of which tip the scales at over 800 tonnes. The gangway installation is part of a broader readiness program, aimed at enhancing offshore accessibility and operational safety for crews during wind farm construction work.
The LTM 1750 SL used in the lift is known for its agility and lifting capacity, particularly useful in confined shipyard environments. It provided both the reach and control needed to perform the maneuver without disrupting ongoing shipyard activities—a balancing act of logistics and engineering that defines much of the maritime and offshore support sector.
For offshore wind projects, where time and precision are often in short supply, lifts like this are more than just heavy equipment movements—they’re logistical milestones. And while gangways might not carry the visual drama of turbine blades or monopiles, they’re essential lifelines for offshore crews, enabling safe and repeated transfers between vessels and platforms.
