Konecranes has completed a turnkey crane project for BAE Systems’ brand-new shipbuilding hall in Govan, Scotland.
The installation, finished in June 2025, includes two electric overhead travelling cranes and two Goliath cranes. Together, the four cranes will allow the hall to construct two Type 26 naval frigates simultaneously, boosting productivity while eliminating delays caused by Scotland’s weather.
The building itself comprises more than 6,000 tonnes of structural steel and 20,000 m³ of concrete and can accommodate up to 500 workers per shift.
Working closely with main contractor McLaughlin & Harvey, Konecranes supplied and erected the two 20-tonne EOT units as well as the two 30 m-tall Goliath cranes. A smart safety system lets all four cranes operate in close proximity, even allowing the smaller units to travel beneath the Goliaths when necessary.
Andy Paling, ETO Crane Sales Manager, Konecranes UK, noted that they are aware of how critical crane performance is to ship production, and such solutions are tailored to support BAE’s growth and optimise output.
Jonathan Cole, Operations Manager at McLaughlin & Harvey, praised the collaboration, saying that Konecranes unwavering commitment to health and safety as well as their adaptability can-do attitude made them a dependable partner throughout the project.
