Sarens Loads Out 4,000-Tonne Floating Dock Sections in Poland
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Sarens has completed the load-out of floating dock sections weighing approximately 4,000 tonnes each at Szczecin Shipyard “Wulkan” in Poland. Working for TREND Projekt, the team used 168 SPMT axle lines and six KAMAG K24ST power pack units to move the structures from the fabrication area onto the BOA 35 barge. The operation combined heavy transport with a coordinated land-to-barge transfer. Following load-out, the sections were launched for connection on the water, advancing construction of a dock expected to become one of the largest in the Baltic Sea.
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Sarens has delivered a major transport and load-out stage for a new floating dock under construction at Szczecin Shipyard “Wulkan”. The operation, carried out for TREND Projekt, involved moving newly fabricated dock sections weighing approximately 4,000 tonnes apiece. The team transported the structures from the fabrication area and transferred them onto the BOA 35 barge, preparing them for launching and subsequent assembly afloat.
Sarens describes the project as the construction of a new Polish floating dock expected to rank among the largest in the Baltic Sea.
168 SPMT Axle Lines Support the Load-Out
The transport arrangement comprised 168 self-propelled modular transporter axle lines, supported by six KAMAG K24ST power pack units. The extensive modular configuration distributed the load across the transport platform while providing the manoeuvrability needed to move the large dock sections.
For this operation, the equipment had to serve two connected tasks: transporting each structure across the shipyard and controlling its transfer from land onto the barge.
The selected arrangement provided the capacity and positioning control required throughout that sequence.
Transfer onto the BOA 35 Barge
The land-to-barge load-out required close coordination between Sarens’ transport team, shipyard personnel and the marine team. Each approximately 4,000 tonne section had to be advanced onto BOA 35 while maintaining control of the structure and transporter arrangement through the transition. The operation brought the fabrication and marine phases together, transferring the completed steel sections from their land-based construction position to the vessel used for launching.
Launching Prepares the Sections for Connection
Once positioned on the barge, the floating dock sections were launched.
They will be connected on the water during the next phase of the project, bringing the separately fabricated sections together to form the dock. The completed load-out therefore marks an intermediate construction milestone: the sections have left the fabrication area, with assembly afloat still to follow.
Heavy Transport Supports Shipyard Development
The operation contributes to the development of Poland’s shipbuilding and maritime infrastructure. For the Wulkan project, SPMT transport enabled large dock sections to be fabricated on land and moved intact into the launching sequence. Handling sections of this scale requires transport equipment, site planning and marine coordination to function as one operation. Sarens’ scope connected those stages through the movement from the fabrication area to BOA 35.
About Sarens
Sarens is a Belgian family-owned group specialising in crane rental, heavy lifting and engineered transport.
Sarens De Coster was established in 1955, building on the family’s earlier forestry and transport activities in Flanders. The business subsequently expanded into international operations, progressively adding cranes, barges and modular transport equipment.
Today, Sarens operates through more than 100 entities worldwide. Its services combine engineering, specialist equipment and project execution for construction, energy, petrochemical, industrial and civil works customers. Marine load-outs form part of its wider capability to move heavy structures between fabrication sites, transport vessels and installation locations.
Official website: www.sarens.com
About KAMAG
KAMAG is a specialist transport equipment manufacturer within the TII Group, supplying vehicle solutions for industrial handling and logistics.
Its equipment portfolio includes purpose-designed transporters for tasks such as moving steel products, rail vehicles and other large industrial loads. The company’s offering encompasses specialised vehicles developed around different operating environments and handling requirements.
TII brings together transport brands including KAMAG, SCHEUERLE and NICOLAS. Its wider equipment range supports heavy transport and manoeuvring operations, including modular transport applications.
Official website: www.tii-group.com
Frequently Asked Questions
What did Sarens transport at Wulkan shipyard?
Sarens moved and loaded out floating dock sections weighing approximately 4,000 tonnes each.
How many SPMT axle lines were used?
The operation used 168 SPMT axle lines.
What powered the transporter arrangement?
Sarens deployed six KAMAG K24ST power pack units.
Which barge received the sections?
The sections were loaded onto the BOA 35 barge.
What happens after load-out?
The sections were launched and will be connected on the water during the next construction phase.
