3 Crane Vessel Redefined: Part II
The Thialf is the absolute biggest crane vessel in existence today. It was constructed back in the 1980’s and is still being used around the world today. What has it done you ask? Well, for starters it set a world record in 2000 by lifting over 11,000 tons at once! In addition to that, it has been used to install pylons for new bridge construction all over the world. Here’s an interesting fact: the Thialf crane can accommodate up to 736 people at one time.
Source: HeavyLiftSpecialist.com