ICONIC PROJECTS DELIVERING LANDMARK DEVELOPMENTS

CELEBRATING SAFETY AN EMBEDDED ZERO HARM CULTURE

ENGINEERING EXCELLENCE MULTI-SKILLED TEAMS, CUTTING-EDGE TECHNOLOGIES

GLOBAL SUCCESSES INCLUDING NEW FOOTPRINTS IN BRUNEI AND MALAYSIA

edition 6 highlights 1 30 Welcome

very warm welcome to our sixth edition of Highlights, where we take the opportunity to reflect upon and celebrate a multitude of asuccesses since our last Highlights publication here at Al Jaber Heavy Lift (AJHL). I am delighted to say that once again it has been a period of impressive safety results. Ours is a hazardous profession, and yet time and again our teams achieve exemplary safety records on some of the most demanding 04 24 projects around the world. These extraordinary achievements are testament to our skilled and dedicated workforce; indeed many of our safety achievements have been recognised and rewarded by our high-profile international clients, proudly reflecting our motto: ‘safely onwards and upwards, creating a zero harm culture.’ In this issue It has been a period of impressive results across all regions. Our ongoing geographical expansion has been enhanced with projects in our new branches in Brunei, Malaysia and our operations in Australia, Indonesia are strengthening despite the economic situation in China. In the 4 SMOOTH RUNNING 14 WORK OF ART 24 AJHL ON TRACK Kingdom of Saudi Arabia we have continued to grow by securing several SARAWAK, MALAYSIA LOUVRE ABU DHABI DOHA METRO notable, high-profile contracts. By consistently delivering safe and successful projects across the globe, we have established the right basis for long-term working relationships 6 SAFETY STANDARD 16 UPPING THE ANTE 26 ENGINEERING EXCELLENCE with our clients, suppliers and employees – we thank you all. We also SAUDI ARABIA BRUNEI, BORNEO AJHL CAPABILITY thank the Al Jaber family for their visionary support and all of Al Jaber Group for the shared commitment to excellence. With our 35 years of heavy lift experience we look forward to building upon these successes in 7 POWERING UP 18 GOING NUCLEAR 27 A FOND FAREWELL the future. SAUDI ARABIA ABU DHABI COR HOPPENBROUWERS

8 TEAMWORK TRIUMPH 19 ON TOP DOWN UNDER 28 A WORTHY CAUSE AOS, ASIA OFFSHORE Alexander Mullins AUSTRALIA CHARITY FUNDRAISING Executive Director Al Jaber Heavy Lift Group 10 LANDMARK STADIUM 20 PLANNED TO PERFECTION 29 A HEAD FOR HEIGHTS SINGAPORE ABU DHABI ABDUL RASHEED

12 MULTI-TASK PROWESS 21 LOAD-OUT EXPERTS 30 CELEBRATING SAFETY RAS LAFFAN, QATAR ABU DHABI SAFETY LANDMARK

13 LOGISTICAL KUDOS 22 REACHING FOR THE SKY 31 sAFETY RECOGNITION MESAIEED, QATAR ABU DHABI AIRPORT IN SINGAPORE

Front cover image 2 edition 6 highlights Sultan Omar Ali Saifuddien Mosque, Brunei, Borneo edition 6 highlights 3 Smooth running SARAWAK, MALAYSIA

this setback AJHL’s engineers dismantled using a Hitachi- proposed an alternative Sumitomo SCX2800-2. methodology to shift, barge and deliver the heavy equipment from Planned to perfection storage to the project site. With meticulous planning and A carefully-scheduled SPMT utilising the best engineering delivery phase using 2 PPU and 28 practices and procedures, AJHL’s axle lines ensured the equipment revised schedule was able to was delivered directly under the fast-track the heavy lifting to hook of the cranes and timed to mitigate the construction delays AJHL’s expertise and fast-track delivery enables client to co-ordinate with the planned lifts caused by the adverse weather of all the equipment. The next conditions. HSE and engineering overcome extreme weather and resultant construction phase saw the Demag CC2800- played critical roles due to last- 1 built into 108m SSL-LSL minute changes in construction delays so that ultimately the project completed on a configuration and travel to the and ever-changing challenges timely basis. new flare. on the work front. Building up a close relationship with the client Heavy load allowed for the smooth running A specialised spreader beam of all heavy lifts; and as a result, AJHL continues to play a pivotal role in system was designed to carry the AJHL delivered the plant to the the LNG sector, as demonstrated by its necessary loads onto the structure client on a timely basis. crucial involvement in a new facility on as a six-point straight lift onto the the Malaysian island of Sarawak. When the building’s main columns. AJHL client - a renowned process engineering coordinated closely with the Through building up company and a leader in the international client to lift five of the module a close relationship gas market - needed heavy-lift assistance, structures before preparation with the client, AJHL provided the tools for the job and the works for the complex coil-wound meticulous planning technical know-how to fast-track the heavy- heat exchanger (CWHE) lift and utilising the lift package. got underway. Lifting the last best engineering two SK2001 modules was finally practices and Time Constraints completed after the CWHE was procedures, AJHL Due to unforeseen weather changes the installed, which allowed the was able to ensure client’s custom-built jetty, which was Demag crane to finalise other smooth running of designed for offloading major cargo smaller vessels in and around the fast-track heavy during the project, was unusable, resulting the structure. As the job came lift schedule. in an eight-month delay. To overcome to an end the old flare stack was

4 edition 6 highlights edition 6 highlights 5 Safety as Powering up KSA standard SAUDI ARABIA SAUDI ARABIA AJHL secures another key contract in the kingdom’s power generating programme.

AJHL is establishing itself as a lifting activities. AJHL supplied ensured the critical lifts were major player in helping KSA add more than 24 cranes of varying achieved safely including the power-generating capacity to capacities ranging from 50t to installation of a 440Te, 16m radius its grid, as demonstrated by its 750t including a Liebherr LR1750, transformer using the Liebherr central role in the construction a Demag CC2400-1, six Demag LR 1750 in 35m SSL. of a new power plant in the AC100s, a Grove GMK6300, a The team’s winning combination southwest of the kingdom. Hitachi SCX2500, two Hitachi of detailed planning and client Located 135km north of Jeddah, SCX1200s, 16 Tadano TG500/ coordination helped AJHL finish the thermal facility is the largest- GR500s and a Tadano GR300. the job on time as per the planned scale power plant construction Regular meetings between schedule, and with zero LTI, project to date in the area. AJHL and the client’s managers ensuring the firm has a well- When the client needed to install of various disciplines paved the established foothold in KSA’s fast- a large number of boilers and way for effective communication growing power industry. heavy transformers on the project, and the smooth progression of the AJHL was called upon to provide job, which was imperative given equipment for the full scope of the project’s remote location and

AJHL’s supreme safety record on KSA AJHL’s growing reputation in Saudi Arabia is refinery job adds to project’s five million building strong relationships and helping the fast man-hours without LTI. growth of industry in the Kingdom.

Heavy lifting duties on one of particular attention had to be paid KSA’s major oil refineries at Yanbu to assembling the CC-2500-1 in saw AJHL undertake a series of a very congested area of the live challenging lifts within a confined plant. workspace, calling for precise When it came to the lifting, planning, detailed engineering one of the most challenging jobs and tried and tested safety was undertaken by the 1,250Te- systems. capacity CC-8800 which was AJHL’s remit involved lifting used to erect a 269Te fractionator 111 pieces of equipment, 82 of measuring 70m long by 3.5m wide. which were fin fans. Work of this Such was AJHL’s commitment The client was scale demanded a raft of heavy lift to safety that the project team gear including a Demag CC8800, finished their work with zero delighted with AJHL Demag CC2500-1, Demag AC-160 incident/accident. The client was and commended and Hitachi Sumitomo SCX2500, delighted with this outstanding the team for as well as forklifts and other result and commended AJHL helping to achieve support equipment. for helping them to achieve 5,000,000 man- Logistical challenges resulted 5,000,000 man-hours on the hours on the project from the mobilization of required project without LTI. without LTI. resources from overseas and

6 edition 6 highlights edition 6 highlights 7 tight at just seven months. Safety first On a project such as this, which TEAMWORK TRIUMPH Technical expertise involved various trades and By using Prima Vera P6 planning working at height, a hazard software on this project, AOS was and operability (HAZOP) card ASIA OFFSHORE SERVICES able to provide the client with system was implemented to valuable reports on a weekly collect suggestions and concerns Asia Offshore (AOS), a subsidiary were handled by the client while basis including project schedule, from all stakeholders including AOS completed a of AJHL, recently completed a AOS parent company, AJHL manpower histogram and a workers, supervisors, managers milestone project and milestone project by fabricating Singapore provided heavy lift and graphical presentation of progress and visitors. Furthermore a an E-house (electrical house) transportation facilities. compared to plan. safety incentive programme impressed client with module for a major floating When it came to carrying out the was launched in collaboration production, storage and Overcoming challenges heavy lift stage of the project, AOS with the client, whereby every 1 its flawless work on a offloading (FPSO) facility. This Operationally this was a complex deployed a 50Te crawler crane week a select number of workers major FPSO facility. represented an exciting new job right from the outset since and a 90Te mobile crane with were rewarded with incentives challenge for AOS as its first the project was carried out jib, supplied by AJHL Singapore. in recognition of their safety E-house module fabrication simultaneously with four other AJHL Singapore also handled initiatives. which was achieved safely, on modules to be fabricated by the weighing and moving of the Despite this being the second- time and to the client’s immense others for the same FPSO, which module to the quayside using heaviest and largest module satisfaction. AOS undertook meant project management and SPMTs, and also managed the handled by AOS to date, the team procurement and construction manpower along with sourcing installation of equipment into the impressed the client by completing for the topside module, including and deployment were very module. its scope of work on schedule structural and piping steel works. challenging. Furthermore, the without LTI. Engineering and design works project duration also was very 2

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8 edition 6 highlights edition 6 highlights 9 LANDMARK STADIUM SINGAPORE Coordinating complex lifts is par for the course for AJHL team on landmark infrastructure project in Singapore.

Strategic planning meetings with the client and The primary challenges on a project team. Daily HSE toolbox project of this size and scale are talks and pre-start talks were the planning, coordination and carried out with the entire work safe completion of daily tasks crew while weekly/monthly within the scheduled time frame. spot checks were carried out on Many contractors were involved, individual employees and project including civil and mechanical, management teams. as well as other crane operators, As proud proof of AJHL’s robust working simultaneously within safety strategies, strong client a very congested work site. relationship and close cooperation This meant that from time to with other site parties, the time AJHL had to alter the Singapore Sports Hub now stands configuration of its cranes to make as one of the finest state-of-the- sure there was no clash with other art, fully integrated facilities contractors’ activities. anywhere. Since the project’s construction Keeping on track with the revised was delayed due to other parties’ schedule meant running 24-hour activities and adverse weather crane operations (day and night conditions, AJHL’s original shifts) for several months, during heavy lifting planning needed which time the total manpower on to be reviewed on a daily basis. site was doubled. Working closely with the client AJHL implemented scheduling Safety first One of the world’s largest was tasked with erecting around adjustments to fast-track In spite of the numerous complex Working closely with the client, sporting infrastructure projects, 8,500 tons of structural steel - the lifting of the structural heavy lifts – fitted around other AJHL implemented scheduling the new 35-hectare Singapore along with around 1,480 tons steel members and mitigate parties’ on-site activities and adjustments to fit around other Sports Hub complex features a of tertiary steel - it called upon construction delays. Equipment changing timelines – the team parties’ on-site activities and showcase seven-storey stadium AJHL’s expert assistance. for the job included a Demag completed all elements of the with movable roof cover and CC2800-1, a Demag CC 2800, a job without LTI. AJHL project changing timelines, successfully retractable grandstand. When the Demag AC 250, a Demag AC 500- managers, HSE coordinators fast-tracking the heavy lifting client, a leading Singapore-based 2 and a Manitou forklift to assist. and engineers attended weekly without LTI. multi-discipline engineering and construction services company,

10 edition 6 highlights edition 6 highlights 11 MULTI-TASK LOGISTICAL KUDOS PROWESS MESAIEED, QATAR RAS LAFFAN, QATAR Major project at Q-Chem-II’s state-of- the-art petrochemical plant in Qatar is a resounding success.

Working within a live chemical plant means stringent safety requirements and significant logistical challenges. So when Q Chem-II needed a 235t replacement caustic settler, AJHL was called upon to provide expert lifting services during a 14-day scheduled shut down. To successfully complete this complex project AJHL opted to use a Demag CC8800, a Demag AC500-2, a Demag AC250 Outstanding expertise in providing heavy-lift support to and two 12-axle conventional the oil industry makes AJHL a key player in developing trailers, along with forklifts and other support equipment. Risk Qatar’s offshore projects. assessments made during the pre-engineering phase were shared in a very clear manner during regular toolbox talks and AJHL continues to play a leading pre-task talks. The numerous role in Qatar’s oil sector. When logistical challenges (no direct This project underlines AJHL’s the client, a leading offshore oil prowess – not only in lifting and producer, wanted to weigh and transportation duties – but in multi- transport seven MFP jackets from task project management and its fabrication yard and load them access, not feasible to prepare coordination scenarios. onto a barge at Ras Laffan port, it new foundations, very few plant engaged AJHL’s expert help and bridges high enough) were all guidance. worked through and a new route The MFP jackets were over- plan developed. dimensional and required Having been involved from the removal of road furniture the feasibility phase in 2013 and traffic signals during the through to project execution complex transportation stage. Demag AC 500 mobile cranes. and completion, AJHL built up AJHL coordinated carefully with Thorough planning and regular Once again AJHL a strong working relationship both the government’s traffic update meetings formed a critical demonstrated it has with the client. This close department and the client, as element of the overall process, the professionalism teamwork, along with clear and well as securing the availability of as did specific risk analysis and and experience open channels of communication, barge facilities for the duration of contingency planning. to complete the enabled AJHL to complete the the project. AJHL used its vast experience world’s most job in time for the plant handover. Equipment deployed during to guide the project towards What’s more, despite the ultra- demanding heavy the project included load cells successful completion with zero challenging working conditions, lift operations. for weighing the jackets, 24 LTI and as per the lifting schedule the team completed the project axles of SPMTs and two 500te set out by the client. with zero lost time incidents.

12 edition 6 highlights edition 6 highlights 13 WORK OF ART LOUVRE ABU DHABI

Iconic Structure AJHL undertook a route survey The steel lattice-like dome roof and advised the client on potential is the building’s signature. As road modifications as well as the high as an 11-storey building, removal of any hindrances. with a circumference of 565m and a diameter of 180m, the Close Coordination dome roof is perforated with Next step was the complex interlaced patterns so the light installation of the steel structures diffuses through it. Following the at a radius of 114m. This relied client’s fabrication of the steel upon AJHL’s technical skills roof structures, AJHL was called and know-how since the area upon to transport the 85 steel where the crane was to be placed AJHL gives a master class in intricate, heavy-lift duties roofing components to site before was congested with numerous lifting them onto 120 temporary obstructions including tower on the Louvre Abu Dhabi. foundations. To achieve this, cranes working nearby. Then AJHL used self-propelled modular during the lifting phases axles and a 1,250Te Demag CC continuous checking of the wind 8800 crane (particularly suitable speed proved to be vital to ensure as it is fitted with an IC-1 control it remained within the required system comprising touch screen limit. control, ground pressure indicator This all required careful and auto-diagnostic functions for coordination and fluid teamwork Destined to become one of the on-site troubleshooting). to meet a limited window of “This impressive achievement region’s most iconic structures, opportunity (based on the wind demonstrates AJHL’s engineering the Louvre Abu Dhabi is rapidly Heavy Metal Mover speed at that day), particularly capabilities and commitment to taking shape on Saadiyat Island. Before the 85 roofing sections because placing the lifting tackle Designed by ‘starchitect’ Jean could be lifted the team had for the crane is a complex and providing safe, quality heavy lifting Nouvel with an extraordinary, to navigate the challenge of time-consuming procedure. and transportation services.” seemingly-floating dome roof moving the Demag CC 8800 in Despite the intricacy of the task - Nidal Ghaith, Operations Manager, and comprising pavilions, plazas, full configuration from its first the team installed all 85 structures Abu Dhabi Hub alleyways and canals, it is one location to the second and then on time without LTI and injury- of the most hotly anticipated third location. Only when this task free, a resounding success. destination architecture projects was achieved could the lifting of the world has ever known. the steel structures be completed.

14 edition 6 highlights edition 6 highlights 15 UPPING THE ANTE BRUNEI, BORNEO

Motivated Teamwork The client was operating under a very tight delivery schedule since the units could only arrive on the project once the building was ready. AJHL and the client worked closely together on a schedule to barge the equipment to Brunei, truck in the units and install them, all within a 12-hour window from delivery to installation. Precise technical planning of the heavy-lift crane movements The project is another example of ensured a safe and trouble-free AJHL’s ability to plan and execute lifting process despite the narrow a safe heavy lifting programme and time schedule and logistical paves the way for future successes challenges. in Borneo.

When a leading mechanical and AJHL provides vital heavy-lift engineering contractor needed a crane to undertake the heavy lift expertise on new power plant package on a new re-generation installation. plant in Borneo, it drew upon its well-established relationship with AJHL to ensure the job was in safe hands.

Logistical Challenges AJHL’s remit was to assist with the installation of four new, state- of-the-art heat recovery steam generator units (HRSGs) at the new facility. The plant’s location within the already-running existing plant facilities made the job more difficult due to the very small construction area. For this reason a Terex Demag CC2800-1 crane in SH configuration with 48m boom was chosen for its excellent lifting capacities and relatively small working footprint.

16 edition 6 highlights edition 6 highlights 17 On top GOING Down Under NUCLEAR AUSTRALIA ABU DHABI AJHL’s men at work power safely onwards and upwards in Australia.

AJHL is rapidly extending its reach in the Australian market by winning high-profile and long- term contracts with prestigious clients, including heavy crane hire and heavy transport. In particular the firm’s expertise is proving a vital asset to environmentally sensitive marine projects. One of AJHL’s latest jobs saw the team lend their heavy-lift support to the construction of a new iron ore loading berth at Port Hedland, Western Australia. The project included the design and construction of a 306m long AJHL team coordinates complex lifting duties on wharf extension, seven berthing dolphins and the supply and the UAE’s first-ever nuclear power plant. installation of wharf conveyor modules. AJHL’s remit was to supply a Terex-Demag CC 2500-1 500-ton crawler crane to be placed upon a floating barge in AJHL brought its wealth of Travelling the Demag CC8800-1 lifting of the 207Te, 73.9m-radius order to lift the piles during the expertise on international power presented initial challenges with GI girder, the team again advised construction phase of the wharf projects to provide vital heavy-lift regard to the capability of the road the client which area should be berth. services on the construction of the to withstand the bearing pressure level, backfilled and compacted. Being involved from the initial UAE’s first nuclear power plant. of the crane; and whether the By developing such inclusive planning stages meant AJHL Located 300km west of Abu Dhabi road was wide enough for the engineering packages comprising could ensure the capability as city, the Baraka plant is the first equipment to manoeuvre. By method statements, risk well as availability of the crane of four nuclear power stations the undertaking a detailed route assessments and transportation for the client’s project, and UAE aims to have up and running survey the AJHL team was able to studies, the team ensured the furthermore enabled AJHL to by 2020. advise the client of any potential work was conducted safety and in complete a feasibility study to AJHL provided lifting duties issues and enable modifications as compliance with ISO 9001:2000. ensure the crane’s capacity to using a 1,600Te capacity Demag required. undertake the project from a CC8800-1 crawler crane with Erecting the 560Te, 22m-radius floating barge. Precise planning various configurations according reactor vessel presented further along with careful coordination to site conditions, ranging from challenges regarding ground- and teamwork between AJHL and 72m SSL to 138m-long SSL/LSL bearing pressure and crane The overall result the client led to the successful Once again AJHL’s special focus on HSE and its own configuration. The flexibility and manoeuvrability. To counter this, completion of this complex was a cost-effective rigorous quality control procedures surpassed the client’s relative ease of moving from one AJHL recommended developing marine lifting operation ahead of and timely solution expectations, paving the way for more yet more high-profile lifting area to another made this an appropriate safety exclusion time. projects in Australia. the optimum crane for this type of zone as well as monitoring wind for the client. installation. speed limits. During the critical

18 edition 6 highlights edition 6 highlights 19 PLANNED TO PERFECTION RUWAIS, ABU DHABI Attention to detail ensures AJHL completed major lifting operations at oil refinery safely and on time.

AJHL has played a significant successful project execution, role in the expansion of one of enabled the team to provide the Abu Dhabi’s key oil refineries in client the full, complete package Ruwais. on the Ruwais CBDC project. A key element of the project At 118m high, the 1,480Te was the construction of a carbon propane splitter represented the black and delayed coker (CBDC) most critical and challenging lift plant, installed as part of the on the project, bearing in mind Ruwais Refinery Expansion. that it is the tallest vessel ever AJHL was engaged to plan and erected in the UAE. Elsewhere, execute 12 major lifts along with the lifting and rigging of the heavy heavy transportation. A range of Demag CC 8800 crane called equipment was deployed by AJHL for careful checks to ensure the LOAD-OUT EXPERTS on the project including a 3,200Te surface of the new construction Demag CC 8800-1 TWIN crane, site could withstand the ground MUSSAFFAH, ABU DHABI used for two lifts with the SFVL bearing pressure (GBP). Also, configuration 117+15m; and two during the erection of the splitter, Demag CC 2800-1 tailing cranes wind speed was constantly each with a capacity of 600Te. checked to ensure that it was Complex load-out task demanding millimetre accuracy From the outset AJHL forged within operational parameters a strong working relationship during the lifting procedures. is a resounding success in Abu Dhabi thanks to detailed with the client based upon The significant success of this preparation and teamwork. mutual trust and clear channels project has resulted in several of communication. AJHL’s vast confirmed future projects. experience, from core engineering Transporting, loading out and the load-out location to the load-in and technical drawings through loading in a 2,084Te marine location. By using the SPMTs, the to site visits and providing structure destined for the Arctic RO-RO operation was completed equipment, through to the final is a far from straightforward task. with pinpoint accurate positioning The successful completion of the on the barge and uniform axle job underlines AJHL’s world- load distribution on the deck. This class reputation for planning, in turn enabled the barge crew professionalism and seamless to ballast the barge appropriately This project demonstrated strong execution. and shift the structure to the working relationships with the Eighty-eight axle lines of self- client’s yard in Mussafah. propelled modular transporters AJHL provided expert guidance client as well as an absolute (SPMTs) were used with four throughout the duration of dedication to planning and safety. power pack units for the load- the project and the team’s AJHL strengthens its world- in and load-out works of the in-depth knowledge of the job substructure base, as mobilising procedure and possible risks class reputation for planning, and assembling the SPMTs is involved enabled the project to professionalism and seamless more convenient than rigging be completed without lost time execution. a huge crane on the site. The incident or injury. SPMTs were moved by barge from

20 edition 6 highlights edition 6 highlights 21 Reaching for the sky Abu Dhabi Airport AJHL plays a vital role on one the UAE’s most prestigious projects.

Image courtesy of Abu Dhabi Airports

Construction of Abu Dhabi enabled AJHL to draw upon its Airport’s USD3.2 billion Midfield in-depth knowledge spanning Terminal Building (MTB) is well core engineering, planning, underway in the UAE capital. engineering drawings, site visits Spanning 750,000 square metres, and project execution to provide the project will provide passenger the client with the detailed lifting and cargo facilities, duty-free solutions for various elements of shops and restaurants for up to the project. 40 million travellers per year, and will be the home of the emirate’s Comprehensive national carrier, Etihad Airways. Processes To complete specific installation Project Complexities tasks on this project AJHL The complexity of the structure provided three crawler cranes in both design and shape presents with luffer/tower configurations: numerous challenges in terms a Demag CC 2800-1, a Demag of engineering, construction and CC2800 and a Demag CC2500-1. procurement. Due for completion During rigging and lifting phases, in 2017, the X-shaped MTB is AJHL’s comprehensive processes located between two runways. overcame all obstructions, other The client engaged the services contractors’ activities, wind speed of AJHL to assist with a variety variations and other logistical of heavy lift tasks on site. Joining variables. the project in the early stages

AJHL’s comprehensive safety strategies, quality procedures, engineering expertise and strong client relationship contributed to its outstanding success on this landmark project, and helped to further underline its reputation for delivering excellence as standard.

22 edition 6 highlights edition 6 highlights 23 Doha city so intensely monitored safety precautions had to be taken to protect people, as well as equipment and structures, in the site vicinity. Furthermore this was the first time AJHL had worked with the client – itself operating as a consortium – plus there was the need to deliver a competent technical and commercial proposal in strict accordance with Qatar Rail and the client’s standards.

In Safe Hands The timely mobilisation of the crane components from overseas to the site location within the specified time limit, along with assembling the crane in such a limited available space, added further complexities. One of the key challenges in particular was mobilising 600 tons of super- lift counter weights from the first crane location (West Bay Image courtesy of Qatar Rail Center) to Al Wahda station AJHL (approximately 10km away) in a single night and in accordance AJHL has a long-established period, at West Bay Center station with the city’s traffic regulations. reputation around the world for and Al Wahda station. After Despite the confined-space providing invaluable support to evaluating the job’s requirements work site and significant time ON TRACK the oil and gas sectors; however AJHL proposed a Demag CC constraints the team ensured the Qatar’s Doha Metro presented the 8800-1 (1,600Te) in 48m SSL successful completion of the two firm with an exciting opportunity configuration for loading onto TBM lifts within three days. At all to showcase its heavy-lift diversity transportation, and a Demag CC times AJHL complied fully with Doha Metro on one of the GCC’s landmark 8800 in 48m SSL configuration for civic regulations to ensure there infrastructure projects. offloading from the transportation was minimal traffic disruption at the respective stations. and of course the utmost care Station Lifts for safety. As with all time- Team’s can-do approach in Qatar AJHL’s remit was to complete two Challenging Locale sensitive jobs, effective planning, tunnel boring machine (TBM) The location of the project communication and stringent ensures the project is full steam ahead. lifts (each weighing 450Te) presented significant challenges. safety operations were imperative. within a tightly-scheduled time Both stations are in the heart of

“Careful coordination and cooperation was established from the word go to ensure the client’s expectations were not only met, but exceeded.” - Seby Phillips, Engineering Manager, Doha Hub

24 edition 6 highlights edition 6 highlights 25 Engineering excellence STANDALONE SERVICES

AJHL’s engineering and project management capability is the cornerstone of its global success.

Over the last 35 years AJHL has forged a solid reputation around the world for its heavy lift experience, technical know-how and uncompromising approach towards safety standards. A crucial element of this success is the firm’s highly impressive engineering and project management capability. The engineering department is a driving force throughout AJHL’s business hubs and branches and plays a vital role across all project stages, from bidding, planning and designing through to liaising with clients on technical matters, designing project methodology and safely executing tasks on site. Complex lifting jobs demand high-tech solutions. Therefore AJHL’s A FOND FAREWELL multi-skilled teams use the latest technology to ensure the firm remains at the cutting-edge of engineering and project management, regardless of COR HOPPENBROUWERS location. AJHL’s full range of engineering capabilities are also available as standalone services. Capabilities include: 2D & 3D AutoCAD software for drawings; Primavera software for resource planning; animation AJHL bids happy retirement capabilities; Front End Engineering & Design (FEED) studies; project execution and site supervision; best industry practice, integrated and to industry heavyweight. comprehensive project documentation and work packs; trial/validation of engineering studies prior to execution of critical lifts; and research and After notching up more extensive experience offered a development - to ensure AJHL continues to lead the way in innovation, than 50 years’ experience valuable insights for the firm’s engineering and project management. in heavy lift, overland and engineering and management AJHL thanks all the engineers in all our business hubs for their crucial marine transportation, Cor staff. contributions to the team. Hoppenbrouwers retired in July It was always a privilege and a 2015. pleasure working with Cor, who Cor, who is a well-known was renowned for remaining and highly-respected industry calm and level-headed when Engineering services include: heavyweight in the heavy lifting working under pressure. All the • 2D & 3D AutoCAD and heavy transportation industry, team from AJHL thank him for • Primavera planning software was employed with AJHL for his contribution to the heavy lift • Animation capabilities many years. During this time the industry and wish him a happy • FEED studies Dutchman shared with the AJHL retirement with his family. team his global expertise and his • Project execution & site supervision • Best practice documentation • Trial/validation of Cor’s contribution to the heavy lift industry and engineering studies the AJHL team will be long cherished and much • Research & development missed.

26 edition 6 highlights edition 6 highlights 27 A worthy cause CHARITY FUNDRAISING AJHL joins forces to help raise AED700,000 for Abu Dhabi-based charity

Senior staff from AJHL, along with selected clients, joined high-profile officials and ambassadors at The Future Centre for Special Needs’ 12th The prestigious gala held under the annual gala dinner at the British Embassy in Abu Dhabi. patronage of HE Sheikh Nahyan bin Attended by more than 500 guests and held under the patronage of HE Mubarak Al Nahyan, UAE Minister Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan, UAE Minister of Culture, Youth of Culture, Youth and Community and Community Development and honorary president of The Future Development; and Philip Parham, Centre; and Philip Parham, British Ambassador to the UAE; this year’s British Ambassador to the UAE was fund-raising campaign raised almost AED 700,000 for The Future Centre. again a great success and AJHL is AJHL has been a regular supporter of The Future Centre for a number of years. Launched in 2000, the non-profit organisation aims to enhance A HEAD FOR proud to continue its support of the education of children and young adults with special needs including such a worthy cause. autism spectrum disorder, Down syndrome and speech and language disorders. HEIGHTs ABDUL RASHEED

Abdul Rasheed’s rise from assistant to heavy lift expert

A rigging specialist and operator he was promoted to higher across the GCC, Asia and Europe. for crawler cranes up to 3,200Te capacity crawler cranes. The In addition to being a valuable capacity, Abdul Rasheed’s career following year he was promoted team player he is highly with AJHL spans more than 25 to heavy crane operator for a regarded by clients for his safe, years. During this time he has Demag TC1200, 350Te capacity successful and on-time project progressed steadily through the truck mounted lattice boom completions. And Rasheed is ranks. crane. Since 2002 he has been now sharing his knowledge by Ever since starting out as operating the flagship CC8800 acting as a mentor and trainer a helper in 1990, Rasheed’s series crawler cranes: 1,250Te, for junior team members. determined effort and 1600Te and 3,200Te. commitment have ensured Originally from India and steady promotion within with a working knowledge of AJHL. Between 1991 and 1993 Malayalam, Hindi, English and Rasheed began operating the Arabic, Rasheed’s career at AJHL lower capacity cranes and, as has seen him undertake a variety he built up his experience, of prestigious heavy lift projects

Maintaining the highest levels of safety lies at the heart of AJHL’s global success story; key members such as Rasheed enable the firm to successfully complete the most demanding transportation and heavy lift tasks.

28 edition 6 highlights edition 6 highlights 29 5,000,000 REASONS SAFETY TO CELEBRATE RECOGNITION SAFETY LANDMARK IN SINGAPORE

AJHL notches up another win in Asia with the completion of a challenging refinery project.

Following the safe and successful completion of intricate work on a refinery job in Singapore, the client expressly thanked all the subcontractors including AJHL for their contribution to the project during an award ceremony to acknowledge sub-contractors’ hard work and commitment. The JLXP project completion ceremony was held at Singapore’s prestigious Hotel Fort Canning where the main client expressed Al Jaber Heavy Lift passes monumental landmark their appreciation to AJHL’s team. without loss time incident. The Jurong Lubes Expansion Project (JLXP) was a complex shut-down project during which AJHL transported and erected a 140Te, 49m-radius vacuum stripper AJHL recently hosted a landmark effort. Congratulations to all for inaugurated, a new facility which is set to become in a very congested area, using an ceremony at its Mafraq yard this outstanding achievement. a valuable on-site resource to help us work towards LR 1750, an SCX 1500-2 and 12 axle facility in Abu Dhabi to mark the next five million man-hours without LTI. lines of SPMTs. the successful completion of five The event was attended by senior million man-hours without lost management, corporate team More over, at the time of printing this Highlights time incident (LTI) by the AJHL members and staff, and also AJHL completed four consecutive years without any Group of companies.. included special recognition for Lost Time Incidents. long-serving employees who have The celebrations were a chance notched up over 20 years working for AJHL’s senior management at AJHL. Award presentations Five million man-hours without to congratulate all members of were also made to ‘Man of the LTI represents a remarkable staff throughout the company Month’ and ‘Man of the Year’. milestone and is truly a joint effort. who have made this possible. Congratulations to all for this Sharif Showkat (Operations Manager, Singapore Hub) receiving It represents a remarkable After the function, AJHL’s mobile outstanding achievement. milestone and is truly a joint training unit at Mafraq hub was safety achievement award on behalf of AJHL from the client.

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