Shipyard crane design

Enhancing shipyard operations through intelligent design

We engineer cranes and lifting equipment for every stage of the shipbuilding process—from moving raw steel into your plate workshop and building hull blocks, to joining them into a complete hull and outfitting the finished vessel. With decades of industry experience, shipbuilders trust Konecranes to provide precise, reliable lifting equipment built to perform in demanding environments. We use our industry knowledge and expertise to design cranes with the latest lifting technology, backed by comprehensive lifecycle services, to shipyards all around the world.

Advanced lifting technology backed by decades of expertise

Konecranes worker in factory
Konecranes worker in factory

Continuous innovation

As an industry leader in R&D, we are committed to developing new technologies to advance asset safety, productivity and sustainability and optimize maintenance and operations. We also work closely with our shipyard customers to refine our products in a process of continuous improvement.
Goliath crane in the snow
Goliath crane in the snow

Engineered to endure

Our shipyard cranes are operating in some of the world’s most demanding environments—from the Arctic, where equipment must withstand extreme sub-zero temperatures, to desert environments, where cranes face dust storms and intense heat. Whatever the conditions, our cranes are designed to perform.
Goliath gantry crane structure
Goliath gantry crane structure

Optimized structure, maximum precision

Crane weight directly impacts the infrastructure required for installation. Our designs make intelligent use of lightweight, rigid structures—and tight tolerances in structural flexibility provide accurate, controlled load handling.
Konecranes worker placing gears
Konecranes worker placing gears

Core of Lifting: Experience in action

Our cranes are built around key components that we design and manufacture in-house. Konecranes gears, motors and controls are made specifically for crane use and lifting motions and are fully integrated into the core of our crane technology. We don’t just design the components, but also the interactions between them making them work seamlessly together as the Core of Lifting.

Learn more about the Core of Lifting.
Konecranes worker working on crane electrics
Konecranes worker working on crane electrics

Designed with the entire lifecycle in mind

We design our products using the Konecranes Design for Environment concept, aiming to maximize lifecycle value. Repairability, durability, material and energy efficiency, connected with uncompromised safety, are our guiding principles for sustainable products.
Goliath gantry crane operator
Goliath gantry crane operator

The operator at the center

We design with your operators in mind. Ergonomic cabin outfitting, fully adjustable seats, excellent sightlines, and unlimited drive tuning options help your team perform at their best, every shift.
Konecranes service technicians with mobile device
Konecranes service technicians with mobile device

Easy to maintain

Our cranes are designed for straightforward inspection, servicing and upgrades. Modular construction means components can be accessed, replaced or upgraded with minimal disassembly. Spare parts and manuals are available through the Konecranes Portal, and our remote monitoring and digital services enable predictive maintenance to help you spot wear early and proactively plan maintenance.

Learn more about our crane service programs.

From plate to hull, find the right crane for every task

Explore our full range of shipyard equipment, including Goliath gantry cranes, single and double boom shipyard cranes, as well as specialized plate and block handling cranes. Each solution is engineered for precision, reliability and efficiency to meet the demands of modern shipbuilding. Discover how the right equipment can optimize your shipyard performance.
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