Marine Rigging & Crane Hire Cape Town | Ship & Oil Rig Services
Precision Marine Rigging & Heavy Lifting for Cape Town’s Harbor Projects
Rigging Solutions to the Marine Service industry in Cape Town
Marine Rigging for Ships & Oil Rigs Confined-space lifting solutions for docked vessels. SAMSA-compliant equipment and teams. Emergency disassembly/repairs (24/7 response). Crane Hire in Cape Town Harbor 10T to 500T crane rentals with operators. Specialized floating cranes for offshore rigs. Rates from ZAR [X]/hour (contact for project discounts). Machine Moving & Installation Hydraulic skidding systems for engine room overhauls. Laser-aligned positioning for sensitive equipment.
Why Choose Us
10+ Years in Cape Town Harbor – Familiar with Transnet port regulations. Local Emergency Response – Avg. 90-minute arrival time. Competitive ZAR Rates – No hidden fees; upfront pricing.
Case Studies
Project 1: *50-Ton Crane Relocation for Dormac Marine* Challenge: Time-sensitive dry-dock repairs. Solution: Custom rigging plan completed 2 days early. Client Quote: "Saved us ZAR 120,000 in downtime." Project 2: Offshore Hydraulic Pump Swap Emergency night operation with 100% safety compliance. Serving V&A Waterfront, Duncan Dock, and Saldanha Bay Trusted by Southern African Shipyards, Dormac, and offshore contractors
Transparent Rates
Crane Hire: From ZAR 1,800/hour (incl. operator). Rigging Crew: ZAR 950/hour (4-person team). "Contact for bulk project discounts
24/7 service support
We are Built on Trust, Reputation and Experience
At Cape Rigging Services(CRS) , we pride ourselves on delivering top-notch Rigging, Machine moving services in cape town with a focus on safety, efficiency, and customer satisfaction.
Specialized Equipment for Complex Marine Lifts
We invest in cutting-edge, harbor-certified machinery to handle Western Cape’s most demanding ship repairs, oil rig upgrades, and dock construction projects. Our fleet includes: 1. Floating Cranes (50T–500T Capacity) Best for: Offshore rig maintenance, ship engine installations. Features: ✔ Dynamic positioning for rough seas (Saldanha Bay approved). ✔ 360° rotation for precision lifts in crowded docks. Recent Use: Installed a 120-ton thruster on a supply vessel in 48 hours at Duncan Dock
Compact Spider Cranes (2T–20T)
Best for: Tight engine rooms, below-deck machinery moves. Features: ✔ Fits through 1.2m doorways (common on tugboats and patrol vessels). ✔ Remote-controlled operation for hazardous zones. Case Study: Removed a damaged gearbox from a fishing trawler’s 0.9m access hatch.
Hydraulic Skidding Systems (Up to 1,000T)
Best for: Moving entire engine blocks or generators without overhead lifts. Features: ✔ Laser-guided alignment (±1mm accuracy). ✔ Non-sparking components for fuel tank areas. Modular Lift Frames (Custom Configurations) Best for: Unstable loads like derrick masts or radar towers. Features: ✔ Adjustable widths for irregular shapes. ✔ SAMSA-certified load monitoring.
Our Machine Moving Capabilities
Industrial Equipment Moving:
Relocating heavy machinery and equipment with expert planning and handling.
Sensitive Equipment Transport:
Carefully transporting delicate or specialized machinery with minimal disruption.
Solutions:
From dismantling and loading to reassembly and setup, we manage every step of the move.
Recent Equipment in Action
Project: 250T Generator Installation at V&A Waterfront Equipment Used: 300T floating crane + modular lift frame. Challenge: Limited swing radius due to moored yachts. Solution: Custom counterweight setup completed in 18 hours.
Project: Emergency Pump Replacement on Oil Rig
.Equipment Used: 20T spider crane + hydraulic skids. Result: Avoided R 3.8M in shutdown costs.
Using Specialized Equipment
These are some machines provide the lifting power needed for extremely heavy equipment, ensuring safe and stable movement.
The Equipments may be a :
Heavy-Duty Forklifts and Cranes
Hydraulic Gantries
Skates and Rollers
Air Casters
Wherever the machinery, shipping containers or heavy equipment is located this is where the rigging work takes place. Moving heavy machinery requires a specialized approach, combining expert planning, the right equipment, and a skilled team to handle the unique challenges of each move.
See Our Recent Projects
50-Ton Crane Relocation, on Shipping Vessel.
Relocate a 50-ton shipyard crane within 48 hours during peak dock traffic. Zero tolerance for delays (penalty: R15,000/hour). Our Solution: ✔ Precision Rigging Plan: Custom lift path avoiding stacked containers. ✔ Night Shift Team: Worked 12-hour shifts to meet deadline. ✔ SAMSA-Compliant Execution: Zero safety incidents. Completed in 36 hours (12 hours ahead of schedule). Saved client ZAR 180,000 in potential penalties.
Emergency Hydraulic Pump Swap for Saldanha Bay Oil Rig – 24/7 Response.
Failed hydraulic pump threatened 7-day rig shutdown (R 2.1M/day loss). Limited deck space for equipment staging. Our Solution: ✔ Floating Crane Hire: Deployed 100T barge crane within 4 hours. ✔ Laser Alignment: Installed new pump with <2mm tolerance. ✔ Storm Protocol: Secured loads during 50km/h winds. 72-hour operation completed in 58 hours. Client avoided ZAR 4.2M in downtime costs. Now the rig’s preferred rigging partner for emergencies.
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Cape Town based and proudly South African, Cape Rigging Services(CRS) Solutions offer customised solutions to your rigging needs. We specialise in Rigging, Machine Moving, Container Handling, Factory Moves. We cover all major cities like,
Frequently asked questions: Marine Rigging & Crane Hire Cape Town | Ship & Oil Rig Services
What’s your response time for emergency rigging in Cape Town Harbor?
Our 24/7 teams average 90-minute response times to V&A Waterfront, Duncan Dock, and Saldanha Bay—faster than industry standards.
Can you handle heavy lifts in confined ship engine rooms?
Yes! We use compact hydraulic jacks (up to 100T capacity) and laser-guided systems for tight spaces. Recent example: Removed a 25-ton generator through a 2m hatch
How do your ZAR rates compare to other marine rigging companies?
We’re 10-15% more cost-effective than competitors for the same SAMSA-compliant service. Example: Our 50T crane hire starts at ZAR 1,800/hour (vs. industry avg. ZAR 2,100). Request a itemized quote to compare.