POWER
PASSION
PARTNERSHIP
Heila designs and manufactures foldable telescopic and knuckle boom marine cranes for demanding marine and offshore operations.
Compact, reliable and engineered to perform where conditions are toughest.
Founded in 1978, Heila has developed a strong engineering heritage that continues to evolve through innovation and specialization.
WHO WE ARE
Heila is an international group specialized in foldable telescopic and knuckle boom marine cranes, with headquarters in Italy and a global presence through partners and service points.
With more than 4,500 cranes delivered worldwide, including over 3,300 foldable telescopic cranes, Heila is recognized for its engineering expertise, compact solutions and long-term reliability at sea.
Every crane is engineered in-house, designed to integrate seamlessly with the vessel and built to operate safely in harsh marine environments.
MISSION
To deliver reliable, high-performance marine lifting solutions, ensuring safety, durability and operational efficiency for every vessel and mission.
VISION
To set the benchmark in foldable marine cranes through specialization, innovation and engineering excellence, supporting the evolution of marine and offshore operations worldwide.
OUR VALUES
Reliability
- Consistent performance and safe operations in all marine environments.
Specialization
- A focused expertise in foldable telescopic and knuckle boom crane technology.
Leadership
- Engineering-driven innovation that anticipates industry challenges and pushes performance limits
Heila Cranes.
Power. Passion. Partnership.
Our Crane Portfolio. Designed for every marine application.
HLM Series
Compact foldable cranes with rack-and-pinion rotation.
Ideal for workboats and tugs.
HLRM Series
Telescopic foldable cranes with slewing bearing and continuous rotation. Up to 1,500 tm for offshore and subsea operations.
HR Series
Versatile knuckle boom cranes, perfectly suited for subsea operations with AHC, AOPS and MOPS systems.
Custom Solutions
Custom-engineered cranes for yachts, navy, dredging, ATEX and Arctic environments..
TECHNOLOGY & INNOVATION
Innovation is embedded in Heila’s engineering approach.
All cranes are developed through in-house engineering, covering structural design, hydraulics and control systems, supported by ANSYS, CAD 3D and FEA analysis.
Advanced technologies include:
- Active Heave Compensation (AHC)
- AOPS / MOPS safety systems
- Constant tension winches
- Solutions for subsea, Arctic and offshore operations
MARKETS &
APPLICATIONS
Heila cranes operate across a wide range of marine sectors:
- Workboats, tugboats and multicats
- Offshore and subsea operations
- Yacht and support vessels
- Research and scientific vessels
- Navy and coast guard
- Fishing and aquaculture
- Dredging and port operations
- Offshore oil & gas and wind farms
GLOBAL PRESENCE
Heila supports customers worldwide through a structured network of partners and service points.
- Headquarters: Italy
- Branch: The Netherlands
- Operations and service coverage in 98 countries
Heila is committed to responsible and sustainable growth:
- Optimized production processes
- Low-impact treatments and materials
- ESG-oriented development roadmap
CAREERS &
COMPANY PROFILE
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We offer opportunities to work in an international, engineering-driven environment, contributing to advanced marine lifting solutions.
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