Contract Awarded for Grab Unloader Decommissioning at Castle Peak Power Station

Kum Shing has been awarded a contract by CLP Power for the decommissioning and disposal of two large grab unloaders at the Castle Peak Power Station. These aged units have been in coal unloading operation for nearly four decades. Their decommissioning supports the transition toward “net-zero electricity generation” outlined in Hong Kong’s Climate Action Plan 2050, which includes phasing out coal-fired power generation.

The scope of work covers engineering design, statutory compliance, and full-cycle execution. A key highlight of this project is the offshore lifting operation, which presents both technical and logistical complexity. Each grab unloader weighs approximately 1,300 tonnes, comparable to around 100 double-decker buses. To mitigate risks associated with working at height and to optimise operational efficiency, Kum Shing’s Process & Plant team will execute a “single-module” offshore lift at this scale for the first time. The operation involves lifting each unit in one piece from the jetty onto a large floating crane, followed by marine transport for dismantling and disposal.

The critical marine removal must be completed within a short window, requiring precise coordination, favourable weather conditions, and detailed marine traffic planning. With strong project management capabilities and extensive experience in complex site operations at power plants, our team is committed to delivering this project safely, efficiently, and to a high standard of execution.