Danish heavy lifting technology specialist Liftra says demand is rising for increasingly alternative solutions as the wind sector tackles the challenge of handling larger turbine components during installation and maintenance operations.
The company has seen growing interest in its self-hoisting crane technology, which is designed to lift major turbine components without relying on some of the large conventional cranes typically used for heavy replacement work.
In its 2025 year review, Elevator has reported revenue growth of 41 per cent to DKK 1.176 billion, with net profit reaching DKK 124 million. The company said the performance reflected increasing demand for its lifting solutions, with expansions ongoing in Denmark, Poland, China, Vietnam and Brazil.
More efficient ways
As wind turbines continue to increase in size, with heavier nacelles, blades and other critical components, the logistics challenge is shifting beyond initial installation.
Operators are increasingly looking for more efficient ways to carry out major component exchanges during the operational lifetime of turbines, particularly where access to large cranes and specialist vessels is costly or limited.
Liftra is developing the ATOMS platform (above), a semi-submersible offshore maintenance solution designed to enable major turbine component exchanges without relying on jack-up vessels. Developed with Spanish engineers Esteycothe platform will operate with Liftra’s LT1200 Self-Hoisting Crane.
Liftra’s systems are designed to attach directly to the turbine structure and move with the asset, allowing lifting operations to be carried out without deploying large external lifting equipment in some scenarios. The company’s solutions are used for activities including blade, gearbox and generator replacement.
Close collaboration
“The progress we achieved in 2025 demonstrates the value of combining engineering innovation with close collaboration across the industry,” said Per Fenger, co-ceo of Liftra.
Continued growth is expected this year, said the company, which has forecast pre-tax profits of between DKK 200-300 million.
