About Crane Engineering (UK)
Marine Crane Experts
Crane Engineering Consultants
Crane Engineering (UK) offers a solution to the problem that P&I and H&M have been asking for a solution to for many years. We have Crane Experts and Engineers available to assist you.
Who Are CEUK?
CEUK are specialist Engineers with extensive experience in crane operations, failure investigations, and dispute resolution.
CEUK's expertise combines technical engineering knowledge with real-world operational understanding, enabling us to deliver clear and defensible conclusions in even the most complex cases.
Where it all Started
Extensive modifications had to be performed to four Panamax cranes, to increase their size to Post-Panamax. Boom extensions, leg height increases and structural reinforcements were all Engineered.
Why Choose CEUK?
Independent and Unbiased
Objective assessments based purely on facts and engineering principles.
Legal and Insurance Focused
Reports designed for arbitration, litigation, and claims handling.
Crane Experts
CEUK has experience with all types of maritime and construction cranes.
CEUK's Mission
Crane Engineering (UK) acts on behalf of P&I and H&M Insurers, Brokers, Lawyers and Shipowners, Managers and Operators.
CEUK has conducted crane damage investigations, prepared expert reports for arbitration and court proceedings, carried out damage surveys and offered loss prevention support to marine insurers.
CEUK also provides Engineering reviews of crane specifications, crane designs and crane repair procedures.
Knowledge
With over 25 years of experience in all crane types, CEUK can help with your crane questions.
Ability
CEUK is able to assist with all types of crane incident or general assistance with procurement.
Owner v Stevedore
CEUK has spent over 25 years immersed in the Owner v Stevedore discussion and have evaluated many incidents to provide a thorough review.
CEUK Directors
Richard Hadcroft
Richard has over 25 years experience in the crane industry. As a Director, Richard is responsible for the day-to-day operations and ensuring CEUK's clients receive the services they require.
Qualifications:
Bachelor of Mechatronics (Hons) - 1998
(Mechanical & Electrical Engineering)
University of London (King's College)
Experience:
CPR, AED & First Aid Certification – American Red Cross
Certified Crane Operator – CCO Certification
OSHA Crane Operator License – U.S. Department of Labor
Crane Safety Certification – OVERTON Safety Training, Inc.
Mobile Crane Certification – The Manitowoc Company
Electrical Compliance Officer – U.S. State of Alaska
WAC 296-155 Construction Certification – U.S. State of Washington
WAC 296-56 Marine Certification – U.S. State of Washington
OSHA 1919 Marine Certification – U.S. Department of Labor
LOLER Inspection Certification – iHasco
Fire Safety Training Course – Humberside Fire and Rescue Service
Phone
Office - +44 (3330) 064721
Mobile - +44 (7714) 948133
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Marine Experts
CEUK has Engineers available to assist as required. CEUK's expert team includes Master Mariners, Naval Architects, Marine Engineers, Marine Civil Engineers and Structural Engineers. CEUK's Marine Civil Engineers and Structural Engineers are all IENG or CENG certified and MICE recognized.