Supporting shipbuilding operations at Vard Vung Tau, Vietnam

Konecranes provided a tailored solution to meet Vard’s specific needs. The core of this solution was a 120-ton double-girder crane installed in the hull assembly workshop. This crane, equipped with two 80-ton hoists that operate in tandem, was designed specifically for rotating the ship blocks vertically through 180 degrees; a critical task in shipbuilding.

For enhanced safety and reliability, the crane features a rope overlay device, galvanized wire ropes, and a specialized safety rope drum brake system. Dual hydraulic brakes add an extra layer of safety, and the crane’s components are designed to function in temperatures up to 50°C. 

In addition to the assembly workshop crane, Konecranes supplied six cranes for the cutting and press workshop. These included two 20-ton cranes, one 15-ton crane, and three 10-ton cranes, each designed to handle the diverse lifting needs of the workshop.

“To meet Vard Vung Tau’s delivery and installation timeline, our local project team worked hand-in-hand with our regional design and factory teams. This close collaboration enabled us to optimize workflows and ensure the cranes were delivered and installed on time, seamlessly supporting Vard’s production activities without any disruptions.” states TrongBinh Vo, General Manager, Sales Konecranes Vietnam.

Sivert Skårn, General Director at Vard Vung Tau Ltd, says, “The 120-ton crane in the assembly workshop was an essential part of the recent expansion of the shipyard for the safe and precise rotation of ship blocks. This is a significant upgrade for Vard compared to how we previously handled and turned ship blocks. The additional cranes in the cutting and press workshop have optimized material handling, allowing a high level of fine control in moving plates onto the CNC machines with a rotating device and off the machine onto the forming workshop.”