Crane Construction Machinery Collection (page 3)

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10th July 1947: The Queen Mary at Southampton after her refitting at the end of WW II during which she was used as a troopship

RMS Viceroy Of India
The new electric P&O liner RMS Viceroy of India the day after her launch at the Stephen & Sons shipyard in Linthouse, Glasgow, 16th September 1928

Sagrada Familia

Sagrada Familia

Sagrada Familia

Sagrada Familia

La Sagrada Familia in Barcelona, Spain
La Sagrada Familia is a large Roman Catholic church in Barcelona, Spain, designed by Catalan architect Antoni Gaudi

Horse Box
26th March 1914: Lowering a race horses travelling box onto the back of a lorry, 1914. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Royal Albert Docks
12th February 1980: A scene from the Royal Albert Docks during the Industrial dispute. (Photo by Chris Ball/Evening Standard/Getty Images)

Pipework
circa 1965: Oil rig components waiting to be lifted during construction at Nigg Bay, at the eastern end of the Cromarty Firth

Oil Rigs
29th August 1980: The nearly-completed oil rig Drill Master at Stornoway, Isle of Lewis, Outer Hebrides, Scotland. Drilling rigs have to accommodate the workers

Aerial view of Abu Dhabi skyline

Millennium bridge and museum at night

Livery Halls
17th January 1956: The foundations of the new Sadlers Hall in Cheapside, being rebuilt after they were blitzed during the war. (Photo by Monty Fresco Jnr/Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Bridge construction
UNITED STATES - CIRCA 1960s: Bridge construction site over industrial canal. (Photo by H. Armstrong Roberts/Retrofile/Getty Images)

Power shovel
UNITED STATES - CIRCA 1960s: Power shovel with jaws open, view from below. (Photo by H. Armstrong Roberts/Retrofile/Getty Images)

Ship Building Strike
1st April 1957: A vessel under construction at the Burrow-in-Furness shipyard where work has stopped during a strike. Original Publication

Dounreay
The bottom half of the worlds first electricity-producing fast breeder reactor at Dounreay Nuclear Power Development Establishment in Scotland, 14th July 1956

Suspension Crane
A suspension crane lifting lengths of timber at the Navy Yard in Philadelphia, USA, 22 December 1919. (Photo by Archive Photos/Getty Images)

George V Dock Goose-Necked Cranes
Goose-necked cranes tower above the George V Dock (1921-1981) at the Port of London. King George V officially opened the dock on 8 July 1921

Goose-Necked Cranes
circa 1950: Goose-necked cranes tower above the George V dock at the Port of London. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

City Commuters
5th October 1954: City workers crossing London Bridge on their way to work on the third day of a bus strike. (Photo by Derek Berwin/Fox Photos/Getty Images)

Loading Locomotive
June 1927: A steam locomotive being hoisted by a crane onto a ship at Newcastle, bound for India. (Photo by Fox Photos/Getty Images)

Crane at dusk
Cranes silhouetted by the setting sun on a construction site at dusk

Holborn
1912: Traffic and passers-by at Holborn in London. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

Greatest Liners
Three of the worlds greatest liners, the Cunard vessel Aquitania (left), the White Star vessel Olympic (right) and the USS Leviathan ( former Hamburg America Line vessel Vaterland)

Queen Elizabeth
The Cunard superliner Queen Elizabeth in dry dock at Southampton, to be fitted with Denny-Brown stabilisers to counteract her roll. (Photo by Central Press/Getty Images)

Scottish Shipbuilding
An inspection of the midship framing forming the hull of the Cunard luxury liner Aquitania, under construction at the Clydebank shipyard owned by John Brown & Company

The Caronia
14th May 1947: The new Cunard liner Caronia, under construction at Clydebank. The Caronia weighed 34, 183 gross tons and was capable of carrying her 930 passengers at a speed of 22 knots.The Caronia

Building Aquitania
21st December 1911: The Cunard luxury liner Aquitania under construction at John Brown & Companys shipyard at Clydebank near Glasgow

Riveting Work during the construction of the Cunard luxury liner Aquitania
circa 1911: Construction workers using hydraulic riveting machinery during the construction of the Cunard luxury liner Aquitania at the Clydebank shipyard owned by John Brown & Company

Shipbuilding Yard
circa 1911: Construction of the Cunard luxury liner Aquitania at John Brown & Companys Clydebank shipyard. The Aquitania took three years to build and was launched in 1914 weighing 45

Scottish Shipyard
circa 1911: The Cunard luxury liner Aquitania surrounded by scaffolding while under construction at the Clydebank shipyard owned by John Brown & Company

New Dock
19th October 1932: The Cunard liner Mauretania being towed into the West Dock, Southampton for her annual overhaul after the summer season. She is the first liner to use this facility

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Captivating Crane Construction Machinery: From Royal Victoria Docks to the Empire State Building Majestic Marvels at Royal Victoria Docks: Witness the towering cranes that shape London's skyline, as they diligently work on transforming this bustling dockyard. A Glimpse into History: The SS Caronia stands tall against a backdrop of crane construction machinery, reminding us of the rich maritime heritage that once thrived in these very docks. Barcelona's Architectural Gem: Behold the awe-inspiring Sagrada Familia in Barcelona, where cranes gracefully dance around Antoni Gaudí's masterpiece, bringing his visionary design to life. Dock Cranes Unveiled: These colossal machines stand like sentinels along the waterfront, their intricate mechanisms ready to lift and transport heavy loads with precision and power. Iconic Covers of Popular Science Magazine: Discover how crane construction machinery has graced magazine covers throughout history, showcasing its pivotal role in shaping our world. Silhouettes Against the Skyline: At Clydeside Docks, witness an enchanting scene as seagulls glide above while cranes silhouette against a vibrant sky – a true testament to industrial beauty. Winter Wonderland at Hays Wharf: The Dutch ship Lingestroom finds itself blanketed in snow amidst towering cranes at Hays Wharf; a serene yet powerful image etched within London's historic Pool area. Bridging Dreams into Reality: Crane construction machinery plays an integral part in building bridges that connect communities and foster progress across nations far and wide. Elevated View from Container Ship Deck: Ascend high above on a container ship deck for an unparalleled perspective orchestrating efficient loading operations with utmost precision. Legacy of London Docks Lives On: Explore the remnants of London's iconic docks where crane construction machinery once reigned supreme - a testament to the city's maritime heritage.