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Woell Marine is your reliable Approved Service Provider for the inspection, servicing, and testing of lifting appliances on board ships.
Our certified and class-approved inspections and load tests are performed by well-trained and competent technicians in full compliance with IMO MSC.1/Circ.1663, ILO 152, and relevant Class Society Rules (DNV, RINA, LR, ABS, BV, NKK).
USED FOR CARGO HANDLING OPERATIONS
WE COVER THE
COMPLETE RANGE OF
SHIPBOARD LIFTING
APPLIANCES, INCLUDING:
USED TO MOVE SUPPLIES
AND ENGINE ROOM CRANES
USED FOR CARGO HANDLING OPERATIONS
LIFTING BEAMS, CHAIN BLOCKS, SHACKLES, AND SLINGS
All inspections and proof load tests are performed using certified water bags and calibrated digital load cells,
ensuring reliable documentation and certification according to international standards.
Whether you require your annual or 5-yearly inspection, Woell Marine guarantees a fast and compliant service —
worldwide, through our global network of certified technicians and partners.
• Annual & 5-Yearly Inspections – Full scope according to
MSC.1/Circ.1663 and SOLAS Regulation II-1/3-13.2.4
• Load Testing – Certified water bags & calibrated load cells
• Repairs & Overhaul
A provision crane is used on ships to transfer stores, spare parts, and supplies between the quay and the vessel. It is typically electrically or hydraulically operated and designed for medium lifting capacities.
Typical inspections:
A hose handling crane is used to move heavy hoses safely during cargo loading and unloading operations, especially for oil, chemicals, or other fluids. These cranes are often equipped with explosion-proof components and precision controls.
Typical inspections:
An engine room crane is installed inside machinery spaces for lifting heavy components such as engines, pumps, and generators. Typically a bridge or slewing crane with precise handling.
Typical inspections:
A stores crane is a smaller deck crane used for handling spare parts and general supplies. Compact and often designed for flexible use on smaller vessels.
Typical inspections:
Winches are used on ships for hoisting, pulling, or mooring operations. They can be powered electrically, hydraulically, or pneumatically.
Typical inspections:
Lifting beams are used to distribute loads evenly during lifting operations. They are typically custom-built for specific lifting applications.
Typical inspections:
Our inspections comply with the following international standards:
• IMO MSC.1/Circ.1663 – Guidelines for the
Inspection and Maintenance of Lifting Appliances
and Winches
• ILO 152 – Occupational Safety and Health in
Dock Work
• Class Society Rules – DNV, RINA, LR, ABS, BV, NKK,
KOREAN REGISTER
Worldwide inspections and load tests by experienced and
certified Woell Marine technicians or trustworthy partners.
Thanks to its close-knit network, Woell
Marine can offer lifting appliance inspections in many ports
around the world.
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IMO MSC.1/Circ.1663 defines the international guidelines for the inspection, maintenance and testing of lifting appliances and winches on board ships. These guidelines have served as the industry standard for many years.
From 1 January 2026, SOLAS Regulation II-1/3-13 will make these requirements mandatory for ships with a Safety Construction Certificate. Vessels must ensure that all cranes, movable decks, ramps and other lifting appliances are designed and certified according to class rules, undergo annual inspections and five-yearly load tests, and are subject to regular maintenance under the new regime.
According to IMO MSC.1/Circ.1663 and SOLAS Regulation II-1/3-13, lifting appliances require annual examinations and proof load tests every five years. These intervals may also be specified by the vessel’s classification society or flag administration.
The regulation covers all lifting appliances on board, including cargo cranes, provision cranes, hose handling cranes, engine room cranes, lifting beams, movable decks and ramps and loose gear such as chain blocks and slings.
Yes. All inspection reports and load test certificates issued by Woell Marine are accepted by DNV, RINA, Lloyd’s Register, Korean Register, ABS, Bureau Veritas, NKK, and other IACS-member societies.
Woell Marine performs lifting appliance inspections and load testing worldwide through its own technicians and trusted partner companies. Whether in Europe, Asia, or the Americas – we ensure consistent standards and documentation in many ports.
Yes. We inspect and test loose lifting gear such as shackles, slings, and chain blocks as part of the full scope required under ILO 152 and MSC.1/Circ.1663.
The new IMO requirements cover all relevant lifting appliances, including provision cranes, engine‐room cranes, and movable decks/ramps lifted with cargo — extending the scope beyond what ILO 152 covered. while some flag administrations may still exempt lifting appliances with a Safe Working Load (SWL) below 1 tonne, this is not guaranteed and must be verified with the relevant flag state.