Mammoet has safely completed the weighing, transport and loadout at Abu Dhabi’s Khalifa Port of 24 made-in-UAE modules for a gas project, some of which weighed in the thousands of tonnes and were tens of metres in dimensions.
The global leader in engineered heavy lifting and moving said the “monumental operation” at Abu Dhabi Ports’ flagship deepwater multi-purpose port was for 24 PAU and PAR modules for a major gas development project.
Fabricated by Quality International Co ltd FZC, among the leading module fabrication and assembly yards in the UAE, the modules were loaded out in a milestone operation that required seamless coordination with Khalifa Port operations, including adjustments to infrastructure to handle oversized cargo.
Thorough study for safety and efficiency
Mammoet said that its engineers thoroughly studied every stage of the operation to guarantee safe and efficient execution. The project also marked the largest outward shipment in Khalifa Port’s history.
The modules were moved from the fabrication yard at Khalifa Port South Quay to the adjacent quayside, covering approximately 2.5 kilometres, before being loaded out and shipped in four consignments.
Mammoet’s scope included weighing the modules using twelve 300t and eighteen 150t jack and load cells, applied in different configurations depending on each module’s size and weight. For transport and loadout, Mammoet deployed 120 axle lines of self-propelled modular transporters (SPMT) and four power pack units.
The heaviest and tallest unit – a Process Gas Cooling Module – weighed 2,464t and measured 38m long, 23m wide, and 32m high.
Through careful planning and close collaboration with all stakeholders, the operation was completed seamlessly. Mammoet’s team ensured these critical assets were handled with maximum safety, precision and reliability, ready for integration into the new facility. The company added that this project further demonstrates its capability to manage every step of the journey, wherever in the world it needs to go.
Project showcases UAE’s capabilities
Michel Bunnik, Commercial Director, Mammoet Projects AMEA, said: “Having been part of the UAE’s industrial landscape for 50 years, Mammoet is proud to support this record-breaking operation.
“With modules fabricated here in the UAE and shipped through Khalifa Port, this project demonstrates the country’s strength as a global hub for energy and infrastructure. Our long-standing presence allows us to bring world-class expertise while working hand in hand with local partners to deliver safe and reliable solutions.”
