Goliath gantry cranes

Konecranes Goliath gantry crane in Finland
Konecranes Goliath gantry crane in Finland

Heavy lifting power for large‑scale shipbuilding

Konecranes Goliath gantry cranes are purpose-built for modern shipyards, enabling precise, safe, and efficient handling of the largest and heaviest ship blocks. Designed to travel across the full length of a dry dock, Goliath gantry cranes support modular ship construction by accurately positioning massive hull sections throughout the assembly process.

With lifting capacities of more than 2,500 tons, lift heights up to 90 meters, and spans exceeding 100 meters, our Goliath cranes are engineered to meet the demands of today’s mega‑ship and offshore vessel construction projects.

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Goliath crane benefits

Goliath gantry single girderEnables efficient modular shipbuilding
Precisely lifts and positions massive hull blocks across the full dry dock, accelerating ship assembly.

Handles extreme loads with confidence
Lifting capacities exceeding 2,500 tons support even the largest ship sections and mega‑blocks.

High‑precision positioning
Advanced load control provides accurate placement during fitting, improving build quality and reducing rework.

Enhanced safety for critical lifts
Built‑in fail‑safes help prevent operator error during complex, high‑value lifting operations.

Safe and efficient tandem operation
Master‑and‑slave control allows two Goliaths to operate together under one operator, reducing coordination risk.

Flexible crane configurations
Single‑ or double‑girder designs and the option of one large or two smaller cranes adapt to different dock and project needs.

Optimized design lowers lifecycle costs
Engineered rigidity, optimized wheel loads, and controlled deflection reduce structural steel, installation complexity, and infrastructure requirements.

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Goliath crane in Brazil
Goliath crane in Brazil
Estaleiro Atlântico Sul shipyard, Brazil

Goliath cranes boost shipyard productivity

The Goliath Gantry Crane is really the most important piece of equipment in our shipyard. It is the key to success here.”

James Murray, supply Manager, Atlântico Sul

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A delivery concept to fit your needs

After defining the right lifting equipment for your needs, we work with you to develop the delivery concept to optimize cost, delivery time, and any limitations that your crane site may have. 

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