What Cimolai Technology does

Cimolai Technology is an Italian engineering company founded in 2004 by Roberto Cimolai, specializing in custom-engineered heavy lifting and handling systems for shipyards, marinas, and a broad set of industrial verticals. The company designs and manufactures a full product portfolio including mobile boat hoists (25–1,500 ton capacity), straddle carriers, gantry, portal and bridge cranes, mobile boat trolleys, self-propelled transporters, and the Cimolift ship-lifting platform (around 3,000-ton capacity class). Its LSL Limitless Sliding Lane system is patented, and complementary proprietary technologies include telescopic beams, full-electric zero-emission drives, hydrostatic wheel drive, and regenerative braking. Production is vertically integrated across two Italian sites totaling more than 230,000 m² of facility area (over 80,000 m² covered), supported by a wholly-owned US sales office in Doral, Florida.

The company operates a direct enterprise go-to-market motion with no distribution intermediaries, engaging customers through its sales team, dedicated sales/service email channels, and active participation in 10+ global industry trade shows (Seawork, IAAPA, Posidonia, METSTRADE, Asia Pacific Maritime, Euromaritime, WorkBoat, IBEX, Precast Show). Revenue is generated primarily through custom equipment manufacturing (one-time, multi-year contracts), with recurring streams from after-sales service, spare parts, and technical training. Pricing is quote-based and not publicly disclosed, reflecting the bespoke nature of each unit. Customers include Fincantieri (800-ton Goliath cranes), Gulf Craft, Drydocks World, Panama Canal, the French Guiana Spaceport, Hudson Yards, Top of the Rock, Sydney Western Harbour Tunnel, IMI Shipyard Saudi Arabia, and Prysmian Group, spanning shipbuilding, marine/yacht, government/infrastructure, entertainment/architecture, construction, energy, and steel. The broader Cimolai Group reports approximately €100 million in turnover and roughly 350 employees, with Roberto Cimolai as Founder/CEO, Lorenzo Cimolai as Technical/Representative role, Fabio Stramanà as General Manager, and Giovanni Sabbini as Technical Director.

Name

Cimolai Technology

Legal name

Cimolai Technology

Website

https://cimolaitechnology.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2004

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Cimolai Technology is an Italian engineering company that designs and manufactures custom-engineered heavy lifting and handling systems — including mobile boat hoists, straddle carriers, shipyard cranes, and ship-lifting platforms — for shipyards, marinas, and industrial customers worldwide.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Heavy Lifting and Handling Equipment

NAICS

Overhead Traveling Crane, Hoist, and Monorail System Manufacturing (333923), Industrial Truck, Tractor, Trailer, and Stacker Machinery Manufacturing (333924)

SIC

Construction, Mining & Materials Handling Machinery & Equip (3530), Industrial Trucks, Tractors, Trailors & Stackers (3537)

akta.pro primary industry

Cranes, Hoists & Overhead Material Handling (Industrial) (IMAHABAE)

akta.pro secondary industries

Lifting Accessories & Rigging (Slings, Shackles, Hooks, Spreaders) (IMAHAJAI), Lifting Attachments & Material Handling Accessories (Fork Attachments, Slings, Rigging) (IMAHABAJ), Crane & Hoist Components (Wire Rope, Chain, Drums, Sheaves, Motors, Controls) (IMAHAJAK)

Keywords

• Heavy lifting equipment
• Shipyard cranes
• Mobile boat hoists
• Straddle carriers
• Industrial material handling

Headquarters

HQ city

Carmignano Di Brenta

HQ country

Italy

HQ region

Europe

Offices4 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Personnel, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Operations

Revenue model

1. Custom Equipment Manufacturing: Design and manufacture of custom lifting and handling equipment including mobile boat hoists, straddle carriers, gantry cranes, portal cranes, bridge cranes, ship lifting platforms, and special equipment. Each unit is custom-engineered to client specifications.
2. After-Sales Service & Support: Technical support, troubleshooting, planned maintenance, warranty support, and operational optimization services.
3. Spare Parts Supply: Original spare parts for lifting and handling equipment to maintain performance and safety.
4. Technical Training: Operator and maintenance training programs for lifting and handling equipment.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Cimolai Technology designs, engineers, manufactures, and commissions custom heavy lifting and handling equipment, including mobile boat hoists (up to 1,500 tons), straddle carriers, gantry/portal/bridge cranes, mobile boat trolleys, self-propelled transporters, and the Cimolift ship lifting platform, plus bespoke special equipment for unique industrial, architectural, and entertainment projects. All equipment is custom-engineered to client specifications at its integrated Italian manufacturing facilities and delivered worldwide alongside after-sales service, spare parts, and technical training.

Product overview

Cimolai Technology is an Italian engineering company specializing in advanced lifting and handling systems, offering a comprehensive portfolio of heavy industrial equipment. The core product lineup includes Mobile Boat Hoists (ranging from 25/30 tons to 1,500 tons), Straddle Carriers (single and double-girder configurations), Shipyard Cranes (Gantry, Portal, and Bridge cranes), Mobile Boat Trolleys, Self-Propelled Transporters, and Ship Lifting Platforms (Cimolift). Additionally, the company offers Special Equipment - custom-engineered solutions for unique, high-complexity projects including entertainment motion structures, architectural dynamic structures, and industrial handling systems. All products are customizable to specific operational requirements and are manufactured in-house at their Italian facilities.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Cimolift: Ship lifting platform brand featuring high-performance vertical handling systems with electrically powered winches, designed for safe and efficient vessel lifting in shipyards and marinas.

Products and services

• Mobile Boat Hoist

Quantifiable outcome

• Up to 1,500-ton lifting capacity for mobile boat hoists
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers11 records

Segments10 records

Ideal customer profiles8 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

Three partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• ASTM InternationalcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 20 November 2024Cimolai Technology actively participates in ASTM standards environment, using ASTM standards as operational guidelines and contributing to development of existing and new standards for custom mechanical systems.
• ATScoreTechnology or IntegrationATS partnered with Cimolai Technology to implement cutting-edge Siemens technologies for digital transformation. Focus on streamlining engineering workflows, improving system integration, and enabling smarter, data-driven decision-making.
• SiemenscoreTechnology or IntegrationSiemens technologies including Designcenter and Teamcenter help Cimolai Technology drive innovation and manage complexity in engineering workflows and product lifecycle management.

Scale indicators9 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Terex: Through its port and industrial crane portfolio (including legacy Terex Port Solutions/Fantuzzi), Terex offers shipyard gantry cranes and straddle carriers that compete with Cimolai's mobile boat hoists, straddle carriers, and shipyard cranes.
• Konecranes: Global leader in overhead bridge cranes, gantry cranes, and hoists serving shipyards, ports, and industrial customers. Directly comparable to Cimolai Technology's gantry, portal, and bridge crane product lines, with overlapping end markets in shipyards and heavy industry.
• Huisman: Dutch manufacturer of heavy-lift offshore cranes, marine winches, and bespoke handling systems. Comparable to Cimolai on one-off, high-capacity engineered equipment for shipyards, offshore wind, and naval/defense customers.
• Manitou Group: Designs and manufactures material handling equipment including telehandlers and rough-terrain lifting machines for construction and industrial markets. Comparable to Cimolai's straddle carriers and shipyard handling equipment at a more standardized, mid-market tier.
• Liebherr: Manufactures shipyard gantry cranes, port cranes, and offshore heavy-lift equipment. Competes head-to-head with Cimolai in shipyard and port applications and is even a supplier of components (slewing bearings) to Cimolai.
• Sarens: Belgian heavy lifting, engineered transport, and crane rental specialist with a large modular trailer fleet. Comparable to Cimolai in handling oversized industrial and infrastructure loads and providing custom-engineered lifting solutions.
• Mammoet: Global heavy lifting and engineered transport specialist operating a large fleet of self-propelled modular transporters (SPMTs) and cranes. Comparable to Cimolai's self-propelled transporters and custom-engineered heavy-lift solutions across energy, infrastructure, and shipyard markets.
• Kalmar (Cargotec): Supplies straddle carriers, ship-to-shore cranes, and mobile harbor cranes for ports, shipyards, and terminals. Directly comparable to Cimolai's straddle carrier and shipyard crane offerings, particularly for bulk and container handling.

Broad incumbents

• SANY Heavy Industry: Chinese manufacturer of port machinery, crawler cranes, and heavy lifting equipment. Competes with Cimolai in shipyard and port crane markets with a broader, more standardized product portfolio at typically lower price points.
• ZPMC: World's largest manufacturer of port and shipyard cranes, including ship-to-shore, gantry, and bulk-handling cranes. A broad incumbent competing with Cimolai on port and shipyard gantry crane projects, though focused on high-volume standardized products rather than fully custom units.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles4 records

Subsidiaries2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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