New crane tips over at Tuas Port, no injuries reported

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The quay crane was being delivered to a non-operational berth when it toppled.

The quay crane was being delivered to a non-operational berth when it toppled.

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SINGAPORE – A new crane tipped over during its delivery at Tuas Port on June 15. No injuries were reported.

The quay crane was being delivered to a non-operational berth when it toppled.

In a joint statement on June 15, the Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore and port operator PSA Singapore said an assessment of adjacent port equipment and facilities has found no damage.

All of PSA’s current operational berths remain fully accessible, according to the statement.

All port operations and development works also remain unaffected, it added.

The incident is under investigation.

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