Offshore

MacGregor Wins 400 t Subsea Crane Order for Floating Wind Vessel

MacGregor has been selected to supply a 400 t SWL AHC subsea crane for a new 127 m FWCV, with crane delivery due end-2027 and vessel delivery in Q2 2028.

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6, February 2026
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MacGregor has been selected to deliver a 400 t safe working load (SWL) Active Heave Compensated (AHC) subsea crane for a new 127 m Floating Wind Farm Construction Vessel (FWCV), targeting the floating offshore wind segment.

The order is booked in MacGregor’s first-quarter 2026 order intake. The contract is with Jiangsu Dajin Heavy Industry Co., Ltd., while vessel operations will be managed by Hana Shipping Co., Ltd.

The crane is set to support key FWCV tasks including mooring operations, cable laying, and other construction activities required for floating wind projects. The vessel’s first project is anticipated to be at the Ulsan Floating Wind Farm Construction, located 70 km off the coast of Ulsan, South Korea.

Delivery of the crane is scheduled for the end of 2027, with vessel delivery planned for Q2 2028. MacGregor also points to the high level of integration required for the crane design, including an under-deck main hoist arrangement, which calls for close coordination with the shipyard. The company notes that the proximity of its production facilities and the availability of local resources are expected to support efficient project execution.

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