Sarens Validates Massive 1,189-Tonne Lifting Frame for ExxonMobil in Thailand
Chonburi, Friday, 29 May 2026.
On May 28, 2026, Sarens successfully tested a 1,189.6-tonne lifting frame to 125% capacity at ExxonMobil’s Thailand facility, securing vital structural integrity for Southeast Asia’s ongoing industrial expansion.
Engineering Precision at the Sattahip Fabrication Yard
On May 28, 2026, heavy lifting specialist Sarens completed a phased load test of a custom-designed lifting frame weighing 1,189.6 tonnes [1]. The operation took place at the Sattahip fabrication yard in Chonburi, Thailand, serving client Vatana Phaisal Engineering for the ExxonMobil (NYSE: XOM) BIH 786-262 VPE project [1]. The validation process required meticulous site preparation, including the establishment of stable crane pad foundations and the strict management of site access [1].
Strategic Implications for Southeast Asian Infrastructure
The successful structural capacity validation of the lifting frame represents a critical milestone, securing the technical integrity required for the subsequent phases of the Chonburi-ExxonMobil project [1]. By verifying the equipment’s capacity to handle massive industrial modules safely, the operation mitigates the inherent risks associated with large-scale industrial development in the region [1].
A Legacy of Heavy Lifting Expertise
The recent achievement in Thailand builds upon Sarens’ extensive operational history, which spans over 70 years of international experience in the heavy lifting and engineered transport sector [1]. The Belgium-headquartered [GPT] firm has consistently played a pivotal role in advancing global energy infrastructure through specialized engineering solutions [1].