Tender Handling
Hydraulic lifts, garage cranes, launch systems, winches, and storage solutions for tenders, jet skis, and water toys. From swim platform to garage — one system handles the complete cycle.
Launch, store, and retrieve with one integrated system
Every tender handling operation demands precision. Our hydraulic lifts, garage cranes, and winch systems manage the complete cycle from swim platform to garage, engineered for reliable performance in any sea state.
Products
Hydraulic lifts, garage cranes, winch systems, and storage solutions for every tender operation.
Engineering Partnership
H+B technics works as a systems supplier directly with shipyards, naval architects, and project teams. We don't deliver components from a catalogue, we engineer hydraulic tender handling, boarding access, and space-on-board systems that integrate with your hull structure, your hydraulic layout, and your build schedule.
From the first GA drawing to the final commissioning at the quay, our engineering team is your single point of contact: CAD integration, hydraulic schematics, structural calculations, and pre-assembled delivery, function-tested before it leaves Münster.
Jan Olfenbüttel
Head of Sales & Marketing
Frequently Asked Questions
Answers to the most common questions about tender handling systems.
H+B technics offers a comprehensive range of hydraulic tender handling systems including various lift types optimised for different stern configurations, garage launch systems with roller tracks and winches, slewing and ceiling cranes, and stainless steel tender cradles. Each system is individually engineered for the specific vessel.
The right system depends on your stern geometry, propulsion layout, tender weight, and whether you have a garage or open platform. Our engineering team assesses these factors based on your GA drawings and tender specification during a free initial consultation.
Yes. All H+B systems are designed for both new builds and retrofits. The key requirements are structural mounting points at the transom or inside the garage, and a location for the hydraulic power unit. Every system ships fully pre-assembled with plug-ready connections for fast installation.
All structural components are manufactured from marine-grade stainless steel, electropolished for maximum corrosion resistance in permanent saltwater environments. The construction is designed for the full service life of the vessel.
Every system is delivered fully pre-assembled and function-tested from our facility in Münster, including pre-filled hydraulic units, plug-ready wiring harnesses, wireless remotes, and detailed installation documentation. Delivery timelines depend on project scope and are confirmed during the engineering phase.
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Why Tender Handling Defines the Daily Rhythm on Board
A tender that sits unused on the platform is wasted potential. The difference between a tender that gets launched daily and one that stays stowed comes down to the handling system behind it. H+B technics builds hydraulic tender handling equipment that removes the friction from every launch and retrieval, so the crew can focus on the guests rather than the machinery.
Multiple Lift Architectures for Every Stern Configuration
No two sterns are identical, and no single lift geometry works everywhere. The H+B range includes several distinct lift architectures, each optimised for specific hull shapes and propulsion layouts. Whether the challenge is clearing stern drives, working with a flat transom, or reaching deeper below the waterline, there is a purpose-built solution. All lifts feature synchronised twin-arm movement for stable, controlled operation across the full capacity range.
Inside the Garage: Tracks, Winches, and Hinge Platforms
Stern garages demand a different workflow. Launch systems move the tender on custom roller tracks. Hydraulic winches deliver controlled force with built-in load holding. The Lift Hinge merges the transom door and launch platform into a single hydraulic movement, eliminating separate handling steps and reducing the time from stowage to water.
Overhead Handling and Secure Stowage
Slewing cranes provide multi-axis reach from a single deck-mounted pedestal. Ceiling cranes operate within the garage headroom. Multiple cradle variants secure the tender in place with marine-grade plug-in mounting designed to withstand permanent sea loads.
Built in Münster, Delivered Ready to Install
Every component is designed in-house, manufactured from marine-grade stainless steel, electropolished for saltwater durability, and shipped as a complete, function-tested assembly. Hydraulic units arrive pre-filled, wiring harnesses pre-terminated, and wireless remotes paired. Typical yard installation is measured in days, not weeks.
