14.3m Offshore Cargo Basket

The 14.3m Offshore Basket (47’ × 3.9’ × 3.6’) is engineered for the controlled lifting and transport of very long and heavy cargo loads in offshore and marine environments.

Manufactured in compliance with DNV Certification Note 2.7-1 and EN 12079, this offshore container is built to deliver structural reliability and lifting safety under demanding offshore conditions.

Its extended length and reinforced structure make it suitable for large-scale offshore projects requiring secure containment of oversized equipment and elongated materials.

14.3m Offshore Baskets are available for both sale and rental, giving offshore operators, marine contractors and project teams the flexibility to choose between long-term ownership and short-term equipment hire.

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DNV 2.7-1 & EN 12079 Certified Offshore Container

This offshore basket is produced in accordance with recognised offshore standards:

These standards confirm suitability for offshore lifting, vessel transport, and repeated mobilisation cycles.

14.3m Offshore Cargo Basket Design

The extended 14.3m design supports offshore logistics planning by allowing:

  • Secure transport of extra-long structural components.
  • Reduced need for splitting oversized cargo into multiple baskets.
  • Improved project coordination during heavy offshore campaigns.

This basket is particularly suitable for offshore projects involving long fabrication assemblies, piping systems, and structural modules.

Typical Offshore Applications

  • Offshore fabrication and module installation projects.
  • FPSOs and offshore support vessels handling long cargo.
  • Transport of structural beams, pipes, and prefabricated components.
  • Offshore maintenance campaigns involving extended equipment.
  • Temporary offshore storage during major project phases.

Why Choose MGS Offshore Cargo Baskets?

  • Manufactured to comply with DNV 2.7-1 and EN 12079.
  • Designed specifically for extended cargo lengths.
  • Higher payload capacity for heavy offshore materials.
  • Certification and lifting configurations adjustable to project requirements.

14.3m Offshore Basket (47’ × 3.9’ × 3.6’) – DNV 2.7-1 Certified

  • Heavy-duty offshore basket construction for extended cargo lengths.
  • Designed for forklift handling or crane lifting using certified slings.
This offshore basket can be supplied with certified lifting accessories to ensure safe offshore operations:
  • DNV-certified IWRC wire rope lifting sling.
  • Equipped with safety pin bow shackles.
  • Flemish steel splice terminations.
These lifting components are selected to support compliance and facilitate offshore inspection approvals.
Dimension Type Length Width Height
External 14,300 mm (33’9”) 1,200 mm (3’11”) 1,100 mm (3’7”)
Internal 14,100 mm (33’1”) 1,000 mm (3’3”)
Rating Type Metric
Max Gross 15,930 kg
Payload 12,000 kg
Tare (±2%) 3,930 kg

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

With an internal length of 14,100 mm, this basket allows secure containment of extended materials such as structural beams, pipe assemblies, and prefabricated offshore components.

The basket has a maximum gross weight of 15,930 kg and a payload capacity of 12,000 kg, making it suitable for heavy offshore cargo loads.

Yes. The basket can be supplied in painted or hot-dipped galvanised finishes, depending on project corrosion protection requirements.

Due to its extended length, lifting operations should follow approved offshore lifting procedures, ensuring correct sling configuration, load balance, and vessel deck clearance.

Yes. The basket is suitable for offshore platforms, FPSOs, and support vessels, subject to vessel deck and lifting capacity requirements.

Before deployment, the basket must undergo a thorough visual inspection along with certification verification in accordance with offshore lifting standards. Complete documentation and certification can be provided to support pre-mobilisation checks and audit requirements.