BS EN 13852-1:2025: The Definitive Standard for General-Purpose Offshore Cranes

Introducing the BS EN 13852-1:2025, the latest and most comprehensive standard for general-purpose offshore cranes. Released on May 29, 2025, this standard is an essential resource for professionals in the offshore industry, providing detailed guidelines and specifications to ensure the safe and efficient operation of offshore cranes.

Comprehensive Coverage

With a total of 182 pages, the BS EN 13852-1:2025 offers an in-depth exploration of the requirements and best practices for offshore cranes. This standard is meticulously crafted to address the unique challenges and demands of offshore environments, ensuring that cranes are designed, manufactured, and operated to the highest standards of safety and performance.

Key Features

• Standard Number: BS EN 13852-1:2025
• Pages: 182
• Release Date: May 29, 2025
• ISBN: 978 0 539 13252 6
• Status: Standard

Why Choose BS EN 13852-1:2025?

The BS EN 13852-1:2025 is not just a standard; it is a comprehensive guide that empowers engineers, manufacturers, and operators with the knowledge needed to excel in the offshore industry. Here are some reasons why this standard is indispensable:

1. Enhanced Safety Protocols

Safety is paramount in offshore operations, and this standard provides robust safety protocols to mitigate risks. It outlines the necessary safety measures and operational procedures to protect personnel and equipment, ensuring a secure working environment.

2. Cutting-Edge Design Specifications

The standard includes state-of-the-art design specifications that cater to the latest technological advancements in crane manufacturing. These specifications ensure that cranes are not only efficient but also capable of withstanding the harsh conditions of offshore environments.

3. Operational Efficiency

Efficiency is key to successful offshore operations. The BS EN 13852-1:2025 provides guidelines that enhance the operational efficiency of cranes, reducing downtime and increasing productivity. This leads to cost savings and improved project timelines.

4. Compliance and Certification

Adhering to the BS EN 13852-1:2025 ensures compliance with international standards, facilitating easier certification processes. This compliance is crucial for companies looking to expand their operations globally, as it demonstrates a commitment to quality and safety.

Who Should Use This Standard?

The BS EN 13852-1:2025 is designed for a wide range of professionals in the offshore industry, including:

• Crane Manufacturers
• Offshore Engineers
• Safety Inspectors
• Project Managers
• Regulatory Bodies

Each of these stakeholders will find valuable insights and guidelines within the standard that are tailored to their specific needs and responsibilities.

Stay Ahead with BS EN 13852-1:2025

In the ever-evolving world of offshore operations, staying ahead of industry standards is crucial. The BS EN 13852-1:2025 equips you with the latest knowledge and practices, ensuring that your operations are not only compliant but also at the forefront of innovation and safety.

Invest in the BS EN 13852-1:2025 today and take the first step towards safer, more efficient, and globally recognized offshore crane operations.

BS EN 13852-1:2025

This standard BS EN 13852-1:2025 Cranes. Offshore cranes is classified in these ICS categories:

• 47.020.40 Lifting and cargo handling equipment
• 53.020.20 Cranes

This document applies to general purpose offshore cranes including their supporting pedestals and structures. This document is applicable to general purpose offshore cranes, whose structures are made of steel. This document provides requirements for all significant hazards, hazardous situations and events relevant to general purpose offshore cranes, for lifting of goods and lifting of persons, when used as intended and under the conditions foreseen by the risk assessment (see Clause 4). This document is applicable to general purpose offshore cranes, which are manufactured after the date of approval by CEN of this document. This document is not applicable for: a) transportation, assembly, disabling, scrapping, installation or erecting of the crane; b) any item attached to the hook, such as loads, non-fixed load lifting attachments, lifting accessories, baskets, carriers and containers; c) lifting operations in ambient temperatures below - 20 °C; d) lifting operations in ambient temperatures above 45 °C; e) accidental loads as result of collisions, earthquakes, explosions, etc., which are not covered by exceptional loads defined in Table B.7 ; f) floating cranes (covered by EN13852-2), light offshore cranes (covered by FprEN13852-3) and 2D/3D motion compensated cranes; g) subsea lifting operations; h) lifting operations involving more than one crane; i) emergency rescue operations (except training).