Four high-top cranes are towering over the construction site of an 811m bridge in the south west of Norway.
Liebherr has supplied the cranes to the 50m high Ytre-Steinsund Bridge project. The coastal site is exposed to wind and waves, presenting some challenges when handling concrete and steel components that must be brought in by boat.
Four high-top cranes tower over the fjord at the Ytre-Steinsund Bridge site. Credit: Liebherr
Anchoring the cranes has proved challenging. Three are installed on cross bases with solid concrete foundations. One is positioned in the fjord on a bespoke steel frame cantilevered over the water and anchored to the seabed.
Skanska signed the building contract for the five-span bridge with Vestland County in 2023 (link opens in new tab). Also involved is Frico Group, which is providing specialised services, including quality control, security and tailor-made solutions for construction and installation.
The bridge is expected to be completed at the end of 2026.
