Finnish lifting equipment company Konecranes has successfully secured a contract to upgrade the crucial reactor hall overhead crane at Sweden's Oskarshamn Nuclear Power Plant. The crane is integral to servicing the reactor and managing the removal of spent fuel casks, adhering to stringent regulatory standards. The order, booked in Q4 2023, involves a two-year timeline for engineering, manufacturing, delivery, and installation of modernization components, including a new 165-ton trolley/hoist. Konecranes emphasizes its dedication to safety and reliability in nuclear operations and highlights its extensive track record in global modernization projects over the past two decades. The company's focus on customer satisfaction, commitment to business growth, and investments in digitalization and technology position it as a leader in the lifting industry, contributing to the decarbonization of the economy and promoting circularity and safety.

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