Heavy Lift Workshop

1. Basics and technical ‘vocabulary’ 

Get to know the common terms and abbreviations and understand what they mean.  

2.Vessel types 

Learn about different vessel types and how you choose the right one for your project.   

3. The ‘8 Essentials’ 

Which information is needed for a proper planning and why.  

4. Rigging design 

Types of lifting gear and how to choose the right equipment.  
Tips and tricks for lifting operations.  

5. Seafastening design and concepts 

Overview on different seafastening elements and concepts.  
Introduction to applicable guidelines and calculation methods.  

6. Rules and guidelines 

An introduction to the maritime guideline landscape. 

7. Port operations 

How to plan port operations and how to assess feasibility for specific projects.  

8. Vessel stability and draft 

Understand the connection between vessel’s draft and its stability and relevant influencing factors 

9. Lifting stability 

Introduction to assessing the stability of rigging arrangements 

10. Environmental conditions 

Learn about the effect of environmental conditions on heavy lift operations and how to assess them.  

11. Terms and abbreviations 

Heavylift / shipping specific terms you should know.  

12. Q+A