Nov 12, 2025
Baltic 2 & 3 Offshore Substations to Sport Palfinger's Fully Electric Jib Cranes.
Palfinger has been hired by Iemants, a Smulders subsidiary, to provide two fully electric jib cranes for the Bałtyk 2 and Bałtyk 3 offshore wind farms in Poland, where they will be installed on the offshore substations. This marks the debut of Palfinger's fully electric DKJ500e cranes in offshore projects, with production taking place at Palfinger Marine's facility in Gdynia, Poland.
In addition to the jib cranes, Palfinger will supply six PF160 cranes for both substations, each capable of lifting 2,000 kilograms in single line operation at a significant wave height of two meters. On November 11, Palfinger announced a contract to deliver 100 platform cranes for Bałtyk 2 and Bałtyk 3, developed by Equinor and Polenergia, and was also chosen to provide over 100 fully electric fixed boom service cranes for the Baltica 2 offshore wind farm, developed by PGE and Ørsted.
The DKJ500e crane is engineered for a safe working load of five tonnes at a reach of 28 meters, being an advancement of Palfinger's electric offshore jib cranes used in the oil and gas sector, designed for full remote operation. “The introduction of electric jib crane technology to the offshore wind sector is a significant technological achievement and demonstrates our commitment to innovation and advancing electrification in this industry,” stated Sverre Mowinckel-Nilsen, Director Global Key Accounts & Segments at Palfinger Marine. This initiative enhances Palfinger's presence in the energy sector and solidifies its role as a trusted partner in global energy transition.
Palfinger claims its fully electric jib cranes can lift up to 40 tonnes, with larger models available upon request, and have a reach of nearly 50 meters. Their design focuses on minimizing weather-exposed components while providing internal space for key elements like the trolley with the main winch and electric motors.
“This makes them ideal for offshore wind farm substations, which are unmanned and remote, where low maintenance is essential for cost efficiency. Additionally, they come equipped with advanced diagnostic systems and remote connectivity, allowing them to be powered and maintained from an onshore location, even during downtime,” Palfinger explained.
Polenergia and Equinor had previously signed a contract with Iemants for the offshore substations, along with a consortium of Sif and Smulders for 100 transition pieces for the Bałtyk 2 and Bałtyk 3 projects last year. The wind farms will utilize 100 Siemens Gamesa SG 14-236 DD turbines, achieving a total capacity of 1,440 MW. The first electricity generation is anticipated in 2027, with full commercial output set for 2028.
In addition to the jib cranes, Palfinger will supply six PF160 cranes for both substations, each capable of lifting 2,000 kilograms in single line operation at a significant wave height of two meters. On November 11, Palfinger announced a contract to deliver 100 platform cranes for Bałtyk 2 and Bałtyk 3, developed by Equinor and Polenergia, and was also chosen to provide over 100 fully electric fixed boom service cranes for the Baltica 2 offshore wind farm, developed by PGE and Ørsted.
The DKJ500e crane is engineered for a safe working load of five tonnes at a reach of 28 meters, being an advancement of Palfinger's electric offshore jib cranes used in the oil and gas sector, designed for full remote operation. “The introduction of electric jib crane technology to the offshore wind sector is a significant technological achievement and demonstrates our commitment to innovation and advancing electrification in this industry,” stated Sverre Mowinckel-Nilsen, Director Global Key Accounts & Segments at Palfinger Marine. This initiative enhances Palfinger's presence in the energy sector and solidifies its role as a trusted partner in global energy transition.
Palfinger claims its fully electric jib cranes can lift up to 40 tonnes, with larger models available upon request, and have a reach of nearly 50 meters. Their design focuses on minimizing weather-exposed components while providing internal space for key elements like the trolley with the main winch and electric motors.
“This makes them ideal for offshore wind farm substations, which are unmanned and remote, where low maintenance is essential for cost efficiency. Additionally, they come equipped with advanced diagnostic systems and remote connectivity, allowing them to be powered and maintained from an onshore location, even during downtime,” Palfinger explained.
Polenergia and Equinor had previously signed a contract with Iemants for the offshore substations, along with a consortium of Sif and Smulders for 100 transition pieces for the Bałtyk 2 and Bałtyk 3 projects last year. The wind farms will utilize 100 Siemens Gamesa SG 14-236 DD turbines, achieving a total capacity of 1,440 MW. The first electricity generation is anticipated in 2027, with full commercial output set for 2028.