Tadano delivers 100-tonne rough terrain crane to Boskalis

Boskalis has strengthened operations at its Central Distribution Center (CDC) in Vlaardingen, the Netherlands, with the addition of a new Tadano GR-1000EX-4 rough terrain crane. The machine replaces a Tadano GR-600EXL that had been a workhorse for the company for more than two decades.

Tadano Sales Manager Richard Beenen hands over the crane to Chris van Wijk, Logistic manager at Boskalis

For 23 years, the GR-600EXL supported daily logistics at the CDC, handling everything from small consumables to oversized equipment bound for projects around the world. The new GR-1000EX-4, delivered in early September by Tadano Sales Manager Richard Beenen, significantly enhances those capabilities with increased lifting power and advanced safety features to manage heavier and more complex loads.

Equipped with a 50.9-meter full power main boom, the longest in the 100-tonne class, the GR-1000EX-4 provides greater reach and radius while maintaining a compact footprint for tight workspaces. Additional counterweight and a powerful Cummins engine further improve performance, while operator-focused upgrades such as a tilting cab and a convertible side ladder enhance visibility and safety.

“Our previous Tadano crane served us reliably for more than two decades. That proven quality was one of the key reasons we chose Tadano again,” said Chris van Wijk, logistics manager, Boskalis. “With the GR-1000EX-4, we are confident we can continue to work safely and efficiently for many years to come.”