MacGregor to deliver electric cargo cranes for four Vertom's multipurpose vessels

MacGregor, part of Finland’s Cargotec, has secured an order from the Vertom Group, a Netherlands-based shipowner and maritime service provider, to deliver fully electric cargo cranes for four multipurpose vessels to be built in India.

As disclosed, the vessels will be constructed at Chowgule Shipyard, and the order has been facilitated in cooperation with VARYA Tech, MacGregor’s local sales partner.

Deliveries are scheduled to begin in 2026, MacGregor said, adding that each vessel will be equipped with 2 x SWL 80t – 18m fully electric cargo cranes, designed to enhance safety, reliability, and operational efficiency while reducing environmental impact compared to traditional hydraulic systems.

Rolf van Leeuwen, Newbuilding Superintendent, Vertom, commented: “We are pleased to partner with MacGregor on this important step forward in the electrification of our fleet. These electric cranes support our commitment to safer and more sustainable operations and reflect our ambition to lead by example in responsible shipping.”

Shrikant Itagi, Director Projects, Chowgule Shipbuilding Yard, noted: “We chose MacGregor Cranes for this project due to advanced VFD electric crane technology and experience of MacGregor