MacGregor has secured a contract to supply a high-spec, 400-tonne Active Heave Compensated (AHC) subsea crane. The equipment is destined for a new 127-meter Floating Wind Farm Construction Vessel (FWCV), marking one of the largest orders for this type of crane in recent years.
Building Ulsan The order, booked in Q1 2026, connects key players across Asia. The vessel is being built at Jiangsu Dajin Heavy Industry in China and will be managed by Hana Shipping.
Its first assignment is already set: the Ulsan Floating Wind Farm, located 70 km off the coast of South Korea.
Floating wind farms require complex subsea work that fixed-bottom farms don’t. This crane is designed specifically for those heavy-duty tasks, including:
- Mooring installation (anchoring the floating turbines).
- Cable laying (connecting the power grid).
- Subsea construction in deep waters.
The crane itself requires high-level integration with the ship’s hull, particularly for the under-deck main hoist. MacGregor noted that their local presence near the shipyard will be crucial for smooth execution.
Delivery of the crane is scheduled for the end of 2027, with the vessel expected to enter service by Q2 2028.