MacGregor has been selected to supply a substantial 400-tonne Active Heave Compensated (AHC) subsea crane for a new 127-meter Floating Wind Farm Construction Vessel (FWCV). The order is booked into MacGregor's first quarter 2026 order intake. Purpose-built for the burgeoning floating offshore wind market, the new vessel is a significant development for the industry and requires one of the largest subsea AHC cranes ordered in recent years.
The contract for MacGregor is with Chinese shipyard, Jiangsu Dajin Heavy Industry. Operations will be managed by Hana Shipping. The 400-tonne SWL AHC subsea crane is a critical piece of equipment for the new FWCV, which is specifically designed to support mooring operations, cable laying, and other essential construction activities 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 the vessel’s delivery following in the second quarter of 2028. MacGregor’s significant contract win underlines its position as one of the few global suppliers capable of delivering AHC subsea cranes of this size and complexity with a proven track record of performance in service.
The order demonstrates how MacGregor offers not only technically robust and efficient solutions, but also close cooperation with project partners that is backed up by local presence to support the yard and the ship in service. The level of integration required for this crane design necessitates very close cooperation with the shipyard. The proximity of MacGregor’s production facilities to the shipyard, along with readily available local resources, will ensure a smooth and efficient project execution.
This order is a testament to MacGregor's expertise in delivering complex subsea cranes for the offshore wind industry. With its significant contract win, MacGregor solidifies its position as a leading supplier of AHC subsea cranes.
