ENGINEERED
FOR THE SEA
Fully Foldable, Knuckle Telescopic and Subsea AHC Cranes designed to perform, built to last in the harshest marine environments.
From compact deck solutions to subsea-ready offshore cranes, every Heila crane is engineered in-house and tailored to your mission.
Since 1978, Heila has been designing fully foldable and knuckle-telescopic marine cranes engineered to operate reliably in harsh marine and offshore environments.
With over 4,500 units delivered worldwide, our solutions are trusted by shipowners, operators and shipyards across the globe.
From compact cranes for yachts and workboats to offshore and subsea cranes equipped with AHC, AOPS and MOPS, every project is developed to deliver maximum safety, consistent performance and long-term durability.
The sea accepts no compromises.
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Why Heila
Engineered in-house for every vessel
Every vessel is different. That’s why every Heila crane is engineered in-house.
We design and manufacture marine cranes using high tensile steels, advanced anti-corrosion treatments and certified safety systems.
Our solutions combine compact design and high lifting performance, adapting to a wide range of applications: from subsea operations to working vessels, to dredging, offshore vessels, yachting, fishing, multicat and any floating unit.
Portfolio
Our crane portfolio
One solution for every marine mission.
HLM
Compact foldable telescopic cranes
Light, compact fully-foldable cranes with rack-and-pinion slewing, for small and auxiliary vessels — workboats, tugs and pontoons.
HLRM
Heavy-lift foldable telescopic cranes
High-capacity foldable cranes up to 1,500 tm, with slewing bearing and continuous rotation — for offshore & subsea operations where deck space is limited. Fully foldable up to size 90, knuckle-telescopic above.
HR
Knuckle boom cranes
Versatile knuckle-boom cranes for demanding offshore and subsea operations, fitted with AHC, AOPS and MOPS systems.
Advantages
Product strengths
What makes Heila different at sea.
Compactness & Power
High lifting performance combined with a minimal footprint.Heila cranes maximize power and outreach while optimizing deck space.
Lightweight Design
Optimized structural design developed with ANSYS, 3D CAD and FEA. Reduced weight maintaining strength and safety.
Robustness & Reliability
Built to operate continuously in harsh marine conditions.
Proven reliability backed by thousands of cranes working worldwide.
Advanced Safety Systems
Certified AHC, AOPS and MOPS systems ensure maximum operational safety,
even during complex offshore and subsea operations.
In-house Engineering
All cranes are fully engineered in-house.
From concept to final delivery, every detail is developed by Heila Engineers.
Anti-Corrosion Program
A comprehensive anti-corrosion program including offshore painting systems and special cylinder rod coatings for extreme marine environments.
Customization
Each crane is configured according to vessel layout, mission profile and certification requirements.
After-sales Support & Fast Delivery
Lifetime after-sales support through a global service network.
Applications
Solutions by application
Designed for every marine mission.
Offshore & Subsea
HLRM 1000 – Heavy-duty foldable telescopic crane delivering up to 70t @ 12m and outreach up to 30m. Designed for offshore and subsea operations, equipped with AHC, AOPS and MOPS.
Workboat & Tug
HLM Series – Compact, lightweight and robust foldable cranes.
Ideal for workboats, tugboats and pontoons, where reliability, reduced footprint and lightweight solutions are essential.
Yacht & Luxury
Special Products – Fully customized crane solutions designed to integrate seamlessly with yacht architecture and onboard systems, without compromising performance.
Research & Oceanographic
HR Series – High-performance knuckle boom cranes for research, naval and scientific vessels.
Available with advanced subsea systems and motion compensation.
Available now
Ready in stock
Reduced delivery time without compromising on Heila engineering quality.
HLM 25/3S — available now
Compact fully foldable marine crane for workboats, tugs, pontoons and service vessels. Part of the HLM fully foldable telescopic series, with rack and pinion slewing system, 3 extensions, rotation up to 400° (non continuous) and compact lightweight design for limited deck space.
Lifting capacity (harbour conditions):
4,940 kg @ 4.81 m · 3,470 kg @ 6.76 m · 2,660 kg @ 8.73 m · 2,200 kg @ 10.58 m
The unit in stock is equipped with a winch — load capacity by winch 2 t.
Magazine
Discover more about the Heila Cranes world
News, projects and insights from the Heila world.
Heila Anti-Corrosion Program: built to last at sea
ISO 12944-C5M painting cycles, treated cylinder rods with salt-spray resistance over 3,000 hours, AISI 316 stainless steel: how Heila cranes survive the harshest marine environments.
HR650 and HR850: one subsea engineering platform, two capacities
Knuckle boom precision for offshore and subsea missions: 28 t @ 10 m or 50 t @ 9.4 m, AHC, AOPS, MOPS and 2,000 m of rope.
HLRM 1000: breaking the 1,000 tm barrier
70 tons of lifting capacity, 30 m outreach, compact in storage: the story of the crane that changed the heavy-duty market.
After-sales
Worldwide service, wherever you operate
Our service does not end with the delivery of the crane. From Asia to the USA and beyond, a Heila service point is always at your disposal.
Technical Assistance
Our technical representatives provide assistance, maintenance and emergency repairs through service points worldwide.
One-Stop Workshop
The specially equipped Heila Cranes Netherlands workshop covers everything from component repairs to full crane overhauls.
Installation & Commissioning
We carry out installation and commissioning activities all over the world, with operator training and certification assistance.
Original Spare Parts
Keep your crane running with Heila spare parts: critical components in stock and a 48-hour ticket service.
Testimonials
What our customers say
Trusted by shipowners, operators and shipyards worldwide.
“Quality, reliability and service are Heila’s unique selling points.”
Martin de Kok
Owner and Managing Director
“We opt for quality cranes and value a good partnership with our suppliers. Our cooperation with Heila proves this.”
Jos van Woerkum
Managing Director, Damen Shipyards Hardinxveld-Giessendam
“Short communication lines, rapid response times, and both companies take a solution-oriented and proactive approach.”
Wim van Oord
Head of Technical Department, De Klerk
“We have been doing business with Heila Nederland for years and we are very positive about their service; they are experts in servicing cranes.”
Stefan Abels
Technical Superintendent, Acta Marine
“Heila’s service engineers provided me with the confidence needed to build ships. They are outstanding experts with a real feeling for service.”
Henk van Wingerden
Chief Technical Service, Stemat
“Service and customer focus are some of Heila’s strong points. They think from the customer’s perspective.”
Peter van Wijngaarden
Managing Director, Van Wijngaarden Marine Services
READY TO LIFT YOUR NEXT MISSION?
Partner with Heila for compact, reliable and fully engineered lifting solutions, built to perform in the harshest marine environments.
Talk directly with our engineers and define the right solution for your vessel.