Indian-built ships to have MacGregor cranes
Artist's impression of the multipurpose vessel design (Source: Vertom)
Four multipurpose ships to be built at India’s Chowgule shipyard for Netherlands-based Vertom group, will be equipped with fully electric cranes from MacGregor. Each vessel will have two cranes with a safe working load of 80 tonnes at 18m.
The crane order, finalised with the support of MacGregor’s local agent, Varya Tech Pvt Ltd, is being booked in the second quarter of this year. Deliveries will start in 2026.
Rolf van Leeuwen, Newbuilding superintendent at Vertom, commented: “We are pleased to partner with MacGregor on this important step forward in the electrification of our fleet. These electric cranes support our commitment to safer and more sustainable operations and reflect our ambition to lead by example in responsible shipping.”
Speaking for MacGregor, Magnus Sjöberg SVP Equipment and Solutions Division, said: “We are pleased to partner with Vertom in bringing next-generation electric crane technology to their fleet. This order demonstrates our ability to meet the evolving demands of the shipping industry with efficient and environmentally responsible solutions.”
