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It is common for general cargo ships to have a Heavy Lift Derrick or crane of some description. In general these have SWLs up to about 80tonnes.
Modern, specialised Heavy Lift ships are capable of lifting and carrying anything up to the size of an oil rig. Many have cranes with SWL up to 800 + tonnes
Submersible heavy lift ship, capable of ballasting down to allow cargo to be floated into position.
USS Cole following her mishap in Aden. The heavy lift ship is capable of ballasting down to allow the cargo to be floated into position before being secured in specially prepared cradles.
Project Cargo
Vessel near as possible to upright. Calculate max heel during operation. Avoid slack tanks. Dunnage laid to spread load & protect ship / cargo. Check deck load-limit. Lifting gear certificates in order & SWL sufficient. Slings - correct strength & length - properly slung.
gangway & moorings attended. Barges etc let go. Railings removed if required. Adequate power on deck. Communications established.
Non-essential personnel clear of working area. Certificated operators. PPE worn. Plumb the load. Take weight slowly. Moorings attended throughout. Fenders rigged. Display relevant signals
Salvage operations.