The SK6000 is designed to be used on large energy and infrastructure projects where ever-bigger modular pieces need to be installed.

The SK6000 can lift 3,000 tonnes to a height of 220m and has a maximum capacity of 6,000 tonnes.

The crane design uses containerization techniques for ease of deployment, and can be transported using shipping containers to any location worldwide.

It also offers full electric power capability from battery or supply from the grid, allowing customers to reduce the carbon impact of projects significantly.

Gavin Kerr, Director Global Services at Mammoet said: “This crane is truly a world record feat of engineering, with a production schedule to match.

“Hundreds of colleagues have been directly involved with its development across the business.

“There are very few companies on Earth – if any – that could have brought this crane into reality, and we are immensely proud to be able to do so”.

The SK6000 is currently undergoing testing at Mammoet’s Westdorpe facility in the Netherlands, ready for deployment to its first project later in the year.