As the subject matter experts in Structural, Mechanical, Electrical control of Complex Materials handling machines (as the Garden Island Crane, is not just a Crane) The “crane” was nearing end of life and required an assessment as a Business Case to determine the future life of the asset.
Undertaking a Safety in Compliance review against AS4324 and subsequent relevant compliance standards to determine the base case for each alternative.
| Project Name | Garden Island Crane MES Integrity Audits |
| Client Company | Australian Defence Department |
| Project Type | Asset Integrity Audit and Business Case Development |
| Project Value | $375,000 |
| Project Start and Finish | Jan 2010 – June 2010 |
| Strategic Objective | To determine the business case for the future servicing of Garden Island using ultra-heavy crane lift services by evaluating the structural and operational integrity of the existing cranes and proposing feasible long-term solutions. |
| The Challenge / Need | The cranes at Garden Island were nearing the end of their operational life. The key challenge was to assess and present strategic alternatives for their future use: – Option 1: Demolish and outline the demolition process. – Option 2: Retain and convert into a tourist attraction. – Option 3: Repair and extend operational life by 10 years. – Option 4: Demolish and construct a new crane adjacent to the old structure. |
| Our Approach | – Conducted comprehensive structural and operational integrity audits of the existing crane assets. – Performed lifecycle cost analyses for each proposed option. – Engaged with stakeholders to understand operational and strategic needs. – Developed detailed business cases for each scenario, including financial implications, risks, and operational impacts. – Provided clear recommendations based on feasibility, risk, and long-term sustainability. |
| Solution & Key Deliverables | – Comprehensive structural and operational integrity audits of cranes. – Detailed assessment report outlining four strategic options. – Business case development for each scenario, including cost-benefit analysis and risk assessment. – Presentation to senior Defence stakeholders with actionable recommendations. – Clear roadmap for implementing the preferred option based on strategic alignment and feasibility. |
| Risks and Challenges | – Ensuring accurate structural integrity assessments under operational constraints. – Balancing financial, operational, and historical preservation considerations. – Addressing stakeholder alignment with differing long-term priorities. – Managing tight timelines for reporting and presentation of recommendations. |
| Result / Outcome | – Delivered a detailed, actionable business case outlining four strategic options. – Provided clarity on long-term sustainability, cost, and operational impacts of each option. – Supported Defence leadership in making informed decisions aligned with strategic objectives. – Delivered the project on time and within budget with full stakeholder alignment. |
| Our Value-Added Differentiator | – Strategic Insight: Combined engineering expertise with financial and operational analysis for robust business case development. – Holistic Assessment: Addressed structural, operational, and strategic considerations. – Clear Recommendations: Provided actionable options with clear roadmaps for implementation. – Stakeholder Engagement: Maintained close collaboration with Defence leadership for alignment and transparency. |
Check out more about the industries I have served : Here
TEAM
Design for the design project the team consisted of:
- 1 x Principal Engineer
- 5 x Senior Engineers (Structural, Mechanical, Electrical, Instrumentation, Civil
- 3 x PLC/SCADA Auditors/designers
- 1 x PM
