A stationary Palfinger Marine crane PK 12000 M was delivered to the Rijeka Maritime Faculty. The crane is mounted on the waterfront near the century-old torpedo launching ramp and will be used to raise and lower vessels for the needs of the Rijeka Maritime Faculty. The crane is equipped with a winch and a mechanical cross with a load capacity of 2,000 kg for easier vessel manipulation. The crane is supplied with a power unit with a suitable hydraulic pump to drive the crane. The crane is controlled via manual controls located within the unit in an aluminum housing.

The Faculty of Maritime Studies in Rijeka is one of the oldest higher education and scientific research institutions in maritime affairs in the Republic of Croatia. Its roots date back to 1866. when the Austro-Hungarian Military and Naval Academy began operating in Rijeka in the Rijeka Hospital building, which operated until 1914. year, and since 1889. operates as the Imperial-Royal Military Naval Academy.

Students of the Faculty of Maritime Studies in Rijeka make a great contribution to the activities of the Association of Applied Technical Sciences (UPTZ). Uduga operates in the premises of the Maritime Faculty of Rijeka, where they primarily develop the “Adria Hydrofoil” project. It is a radio-controlled Hydrocontest vessel with which they are participating in the prestigious “Monaco Energy Boat Challenge” competition. The competition is held in the Principality of Monaco under the patronage of Prince Albert II and numerous sponsors. The PK-Palfinger Kran company supports the project and makes its small contribution to the development of the project. The association will also use the Paffinger crane for its handling needs with manufactured vessels.