AMS changes the way tenders are launched with new-generation davit cranes
The new attachment that redistributes the load and simplifies assembly marks a significant leap forward in the management of davits on board. This evolution has led to a series of solutions presented at the Mets by Advanced Mechanical Solutions to rethink the handling, telescopic masts, and accessories of superyachts.
Amsterdam (Netherlands) – The most immediately noticeable innovation from AMS (Advanced Mechanical Solutions) this year is the evolution of the davit cranes. The new attachment better distributes weight during ground transportation and simplifies installation. The larger version has a capacity of 1.000 kg and is SOLAS certified, having been developed based on a supply for a rescue tender with an overhead crane. This clearly signals the direction the company is taking: starting from a real-world case and redesigning the mechanics to reduce onboard space and constraints. This is where the work on overhead cranes comes in.
For a CRN vessel, AMS developed a dual system. The tender room's usable height was limited, and a traditional single overhead crane would have taken up space. The choice was to divide the load across two lateral structures with a mobile crossbeam, gaining centimeters without sacrificing lifting capacity. This approach is often found in the AMS catalog: taking a complex geometry and adapting the mechanics to the real-world context. The rechargeable portable lamp, useful in technical rooms and storage areas, continues to be refined. The beam orientation has been revised, and charging occurs via a gravity mount, without exposed contacts. It works in humid or vibration-prone spaces, where robustness and simplicity are essential. The telescopic mast remains one of the most popular products. Today, it integrates an automatic wash that sprays fresh water with each cycle, preventing salt and scratches. This detail extends the life of the mechanism and allows for frequent movements, necessary on vessels over 50 meters with an operational helideck.
The updated components also include foldable fenders. They mount on stern platforms or side openings and, thanks to a release pin, fold away to save space. They weigh approximately twenty kilos and are certified for impacts from tenders up to 13 tons.
For hatches and side-opening systems, AMS works with aluminum, steel, and composite materials, often carbon fiber when rigidity or weight reduction are required. Examples include hatches for Riva models and composite hardtops with hinges and mechanisms designed to maximize accessibility and maintenance.
The range also includes A-frame structures for stern-launching large tenders. With a four-ton vessel on deck, the system allows for a more stable in-line launch than lateral solutions. Alongside these products, AMS continues to provide structural engineering services. AMS collaborates with shipyards such as Solaris, Wally, and Maxi Dolphin for covers, openings, and composite components. This work reflects the company's philosophy: starting with a technical constraint and transforming it into a concrete, often custom, solution.
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