A new Ship To Shore crane collapsed at Tuas Port in Singapore on Saturday while it was being delivered.
The incident occurred on June 15th while the crane was being delivered to a non-operational berth at the port. Thankfully there were no fatalities or injuries. The crane is understood to be a 65 tonne Sany STS with a 35 metre span, 73 metre maximum forward radius, 22 metres back reach, and a 55 metre lift height. The cranes are equipped with synchronised main and gantry trolleys, 3D sensing systems, and smart handling technology.
The Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA) and the port operator, PSA (originally Port of Singapore Authority) issued a joint statement which said:
“On 15 June 2025 at approximately 1:20pm, a new quay crane at Tuas Port tipped over while it was being delivered to a non-operational berth.
2. There were no injuries or fatalities.
3. No damage has been assessed to adjacent port equipment and facilities. All of PSA Singapore (PSA)’s current operational berths remain fully accessible, and all port operations and port development works remain unaffected.
4. The incident is under investigation. PSA and the Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA) will work with relevant authorities regarding the incident.”
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