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Rókin Grove GMK6300L-1 All Terrain Crane Becomes Largest in Faroe Islands

Faroe Islands contractor Rókin has taken delivery of a 300 tonne Grove GMK6300L-1 All Terrain crane, marking its first mobile crane and the largest of its kind in the region.

30-Second Takeaway Faroe Islands contractor Rókin has taken delivery of a 300 tonne Grove GMK6300L-1 All Terrain crane, its first mobile crane and the largest in the Islands. Equipped with an 80 metre main boom and up to 120 metres tip height, the crane will support major infrastructure and harbour development projects. The investment marks a significant step forward in lifting capability within the region. Rókin Grove GMK6300L-1 All Terrain Crane Expands Lifting Capability in Faroe Islands Faroe Islands-based contractor Rókin has taken delivery of a Grove GMK6300L-1 All Terrain crane, marking a major milestone as the company’s first mobile crane and the largest All Terrain crane in the Islands. The 300 tonne six-axle crane, supplied by Grove’s Danish distributor UN Mobilkrane, significantly enhances the company’s ability to undertake complex lifting operations across the region. High Performance Crane for Infrastructure Projects The Grove GMK6300L-1 is equipped with a seven-section 80 metre main boom, capable of lifting 14 tonnes at a 14 metre radius on full boom. The crane can also be configured with up to 37 metres of luffing extensions, delivering a maximum tip height of 120 metres, making it suitable for a wide range of heavy lifting applications. The new unit will be deployed on projects including: Harbour development Infrastructure construction General heavy lifting operations Supporting Regional Growth Holger Haber, Manitowoc’s sales manager for the Nordic region, said: “We are proud to support Rókin with this high performance crane and are confident that the GMK6300L-1 will be a valuable asset for their future projects.” The addition of this crane represents a significant boost to local lifting capacity in the Faroe Islands, where access to high-capacity mobile cranes is limited. About Rókin Rókin is a contractor based in the Faroe Islands, located in the North Atlantic between Scotland and Iceland. Established in 2010, the company operates a fleet that includes loader cranes, excavators, and other earthmoving equipment, supported by a team of 14 employees. With the addition of the Grove GMK6300L-1 All Terrain crane, Rókin is expanding its capabilities to support larger infrastructure and development projects across the region. Website: https://www.rokin.fo/ Frequently Asked Questions What crane did Rókin acquire? Rókin took delivery of a 300 tonne Grove GMK6300L-1 All Terrain crane. Why is this crane significant? It is Rókin’s first mobile crane and the largest All Terrain crane in the Faroe Islands. What is the maximum height of the GMK6300L-1? The crane can reach up to 120 metres with luffing extensions. What will the crane be used for? It will support harbour development, infrastructure projects, and heavy lifting operations. Where is Rókin based? The company operates in the Faroe Islands in the North Atlantic, between Scotland and Iceland.

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