125 years of heavy lift history
Heavy lift specialists, Malin Abram, part of Malin Group will soon unveil their 125 year anniversary exhibition, hosted in the Scottish Maritime Museum (SMM) in Irvine. Running from the 11th to the 26th of November, the exhibition showcases the history of this family firm, as well as wider developments within the Maritime industry and Glasgow region.
Established as the Steamship Strathleven company in 1899, Henry Abram and his subsequent family and colleagues built a recognised and respected ship delivery firm, which transported over 300 vessels around and across the world, before successfully diversifying into the specialism of heavy lift transportation in the late 1960s. Since this diversification, the firm (initially Henry Abram & Sons, and latterly Malin Abram) have worked on a number of iconic projects, from the ‘big blue golf ball’ and Queen Elizabeth aircraft carrier, to more recently, the Tay Whale, Wellsafe Saturation Dive Spread (SDS) and Type 26 frigates, HMS Glasgow & HMS Cardiff.
The firm, this year marking their 125 year anniversary, are delighted to be sharing the details of some of their highlight projects, as well as the history of the Abrams, with a view to demonstrate the importance of combining heritage and experience, with a desire to develop new, innovative and sustainable solutions.
From additive manufacturing, robotics, and the integration of AI, to school STEM initiatives and community outreach, Malin wish to collaborate and develop, to reinvigorate the Clyde, as well as the wider industry – and hope that this interactive exhibition encourages attendees to learn more about the industry and potentially get involved.
James Bowie, Managing Director of Malin Abram, noted “we are delighted to be co-hosting an event at the SMM, showcasing the past 125 years – not only of the Abrams company, but also the wider shipbuilding industry. Many regard the maritime industry as one of the past, but we are passionate about showcasing the variety of new, innovative projects and the range of employment opportunities it offers. There is the opportunity to discover some interesting maritime artefacts, and get involved with our interactive CD01 barge model, loading various types of cargo. It is also lovely to be back at the SMM, with whom we have worked across a variety of STEM focused events as part of the Malin Young Engineers initiative.”
David Mann, Director of the Scottish Maritime Museum, adds, “we are thrilled to host Malin Abram’s 125 year anniversary exhibition. Heavy lift transportation is an integral, yet often unsung area of the shipping industry and it is great to offer our visitors this new perspective. Everyone will also enjoy taking in over a century of maritime development and Malin Abram’s exciting ambitions for the future.”
