Goliath, Industrial gantry crane in Fife, Scotland.
The Goliath gantry crane lifts heavy components across the shipyard with a maximum capacity of 840 tons and stands 96 meters tall.
Constructed in the late 1960s, this industrial crane transformed the shipbuilding capabilities of the region by enabling the assembly of larger vessel sections.
The crane represents the industrial heritage of Scottish shipbuilding and maintains its position as a symbol of manufacturing excellence in Fife.
The crane operates on a rail system embedded in the ground, moving large metal components and hull sections across the shipyard with precision.
The crane features an advanced control system that enables single-operator management for coordinated lifting operations with accuracy within 4 millimeters.
Location: Fife
GPS coordinates: 56.02499,-3.45089
Latest update: March 9, 2025 04:00
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