Sarens lifts tower segment for NASA’s ML2

The project is part of NASA’s broader Artemis program, aimed at returning humans to the Moon. Photo: Allison Sijers

Sarens has successfully completed the first major tower lift for NASA’s Mobile Launcher 2 (ML2), supporting the Artemis IV mission to the Moon. In partnership with Bechtel, Sarens transported, rigged, and installed the Mod 4 tower segment at Kennedy Space Center, kicking off vertical construction on the launch platform.

The company used its CC8800 crane, shipped in 150 truckloads and assembled on site over three weeks, along with an LR1350 crane, 24-line SPMTs, and custom hydraulic systems. Despite tight site conditions and challenging weather, a four-person Sarens crew executed the lift safely and precisely.

Bechtel praised Sarens for its role in multiple construction milestones and confirmed continued collaboration as the remaining six modules are stacked, ultimately adding more than 200 feet to the tower’s height.

Sarens called the project a proud contribution to NASA’s space exploration goals and the Artemis campaign.