Durham Lifting Announces ‘Fit for Offshore Renewables’ Status
Tuesday, 16th April 2024
Durham Lifting, the provider of quality marine lifting equipment, is proud to announce that it has been granted the prestigious ‘Fit For Offshore Renewables’ (F4OR) status.
This achievement is a testament to the unwavering commitment to excellence and sustainability. It marks not just a milestone for Durham Lifting but also signals the dawn of a transformative era for the entire offshore renewable energy sector.
The F4OR programme aims to fortify the UK supply chain for active participation in the offshore renewable energy sector, positioning Durham Lifting at the forefront of industry innovation. As the company charts a course towards a sustainable future, the F4OR status brings about a multitude of positive changes both for Durham Lifting and for the industry as a whole.
The F4OR programme is not merely a certification; it’s a catalyst for growth, fostering an environment for Durham Lifting to thrive, innovate, and contribute to the collective success of the offshore renewable energy sector with our expertise in marine lifting equipment and crane systems.
Fit For Offshore Renewables – Dedication and Expertise
Amanda Gardiner, Managing Director of Durham Lifting, commented on the achievement: “We are profoundly grateful to be recognised with the Fit 4 Offshore Accreditation. This achievement is a testament to the dedication and expertise of our entire team. We would like to thank our team whose relentless effort made this possible.”
In an additional gesture of recognition and validation, both the National Association for Materials Resources Centres (NAMRC) and Offshore Renewable Energy Catapult have acknowledged Durham Lifting’s achievement of the F4OR standard. This recognition signifies that Durham Lifting has successfully demonstrated the key management systems and competence required for thriving in the challenging and dynamic offshore renewable energy sector.
The impact of the F4OR programme extends beyond mere accolades. The tangible outcomes include measurable benefits such as securing new contract wins, experiencing robust company growth, and other benefits like bolstering confidence levels and expanding business networks.
Durham Lifting recognises the softer, yet equally valuable, benefits of enhanced confidence and expanded networks. These elements are integral to making a resilient and dynamic industry, ensuring that each participant is well-equipped to face the challenges and opportunities in the rapidly evolving offshore renewable energy sector.
As Durham Lifting embarks on this transformative journey, the company envisions actively participating in the evolution of the UK offshore renewable energy supply chain with our expertise in marine lifting equipment. The F4OR status serves as a launchpad for Durham Lifting’s aspirations, enabling them to contribute to a sustainable, competent, and innovative future.
About Durham Lifting
Founded in 1996, Durham Lifting is a provider of lifting solutions from concept to completion, specialising in the design, manufacture, and proof load testing of marine lifting equipment.
Their services include fabrication; crane systems; installation, maintenance, and servicing; lifting equipment sale and hire; statutory examination; and load testing, with an in-house testing capacity of 3000 Tonne.
Durham Lifting offer a range of bespoke lifting solutions and also produce our own branded Multi-sec® range of standardised spreader beams and frames.
