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Huge crane can lift 208 tonnes

Crane will be used to move cargo and maintain gas and oil drilling rigs Credit: Able UK

The Leibherr crane has been specially adapted to meet Able UK’s requirements.

It can lift 208 tonnes and increased height to reach over tall structures.

It will be used for handling cargo, particularly components for the offshore wind sector, and maintaining offshore drilling rigs.

Huge harbour crane on its way to Teesside

The Leibherr crane will be the UK's largest harbour crane Credit: Able UK

The UK's largest harbour crane is due to arrive on Teesside later today (Thursday).

The huge mobile crane is being delivered from Rostock in Germany.

It's expected to get to the Able Seaton Port at 5 pm.

It is seen as a major step forward in the expansion of port facilities on the Tees.

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