Spotlight on safe loads and working near water
Fuel tank relocation from Bell Bay to Newcastle An example of good practice
In our March issue we explored executing crane lifts safely on and around water, and this issue we’re talking about secure transportation of loads. Smithbridge Group’s project to relocate fuel tanks from Bell Bay to Newcastle tackled both these challenges, safely and effectively. Smithbridge was contracted to move three large fuel tanks each weighing 420 tonnes from the decommissioned Hydro Tasmania Bell Bay Power Station to Mayfield Terminal in Newcastle. The project provides a practical example of good practice when transporting complex loads, as well as planning and executing crane lifts nearby to water. 30
LIFTING MATTERS
JUNE 2019
✓✓ Maritime engineers and naval architects engaged for barge design, marine engineering and tow plan ✓✓ Design and build of custom transport frames
