Since its last renovation in 2018, Safi Port in Morocco has become a crucial point in maritime infrastructure due to its international significance. Its recent restructuring required the implementation of qualified underwater construction systems to ensure efficient and safe operations.
This is where Stemm’s hydraulic grabs come into play. These advanced equipment for handling marine rock debris have been essential in completing the construction work. This demonstrates Stemm’s ability to provide solutions tailored to the needs of each project, as detailed below.
Hydraulic grabs for underwater construction
Stemm’s hydraulic grabs offer an alternative to traditional methods used in underwater construction. Equipped with cutting-edge technology, these grabs are notable for their precision and ability to operate at depths exceeding 100 meters. Mounted on the Stornes vessels, Stemm’s grabs combine peripheral vision and lighting systems that allow precise positioning control and minimize turbidity during operations at Safi Port. Additionally, they have been crucial in protecting the sensitive marine environment of the area, including nearby coral reefs.
Each grab has an automatic positioning correction system on the seabed, ensuring efficient and accurate operation. This is especially relevant in the oil and gas industry, where isolated fields in deep waters require cost-effective solutions for installing coastal pipelines and removing large rocks and ripraps.
Global projects and proven experience
Stemm stands out for its innovative equipment and experience in large-scale projects, such as designing and manufacturing hydraulic grabs for Safi Port in Morocco. The company has been involved in significant developments such as the Maasvlakte 2 port in Rotterdam, the Belwind and Teesside wind farms in Belgium and the UK, and the ambitious Palm Islands project in Dubai, where major underwater dredging was carried out for dock and riprap construction.
At Safi Port, where a coal terminal with a capacity to handle 3.5 million tons annually is being built, detecting cracks in the underwater foundations of the dock has led to the need to rebuild a significant part of it. The Turkish-Moroccan group SGTM/STFA construction company has acquired Stemm’s modern hydraulic grabs to accelerate the work pace and compensate for delays.
This equipment has increased the seabed depth by removing rocks weighing up to 30 tons. This ability to handle large volumes of underwater material under challenging conditions highlights the effectiveness and power of Stemm’s hydraulic grabs.
Stemm: four decades of international experience
Stemm’s projects showcase a commitment to innovation and quality in industrial equipment production. With extensive experience and a solid track record in international projects, Stemm is a reliable partner for global companies needing efficient solutions for bulk material handling. Stemm strengthens its industry leadership in every project by delivering tailored solutions that meet strict performance, safety, and durability standards.
