From bold idea to global solution — a decade of redefining how we connect at sea.
In 2015, Safeway Gangway was launched with a clear mission: to raise the standard for offshore access. The goal wasn’t to build just another gangway — it was to engineer a system that would transform how crews, equipment, and cargo move between vessels and offshore structures. Ten years later, that mission is alive and thriving.
Today, Safeway is proud to be recognized as a trusted partner in offshore access, delivering advanced, motion-compensated gangway systems to projects across Europe, Asia, and the Americas. Whether supporting offshore wind farms, oil & gas operations, or complex marine construction campaigns — our systems are on deck, performing when it matters most.
Built for Offshore Reality
From day one, Safeway has focused on solving the real challenges of offshore logistics. Harsh weather, unpredictable vessel motion, time pressure, and safety-critical operations require more than standard equipment — they demand innovation that’s field-proven.
Here’s what makes every Safeway system stand out:
- Hover Mode
Enables contactless landings with zero impact on delicate structures, ideal for fragile turbine platforms and lightweight decks. - Staircase Mode
Maintains a fixed angle for natural stair walking, even as the vessel moves — ensuring safe and ergonomic crew transfers. - 360° Freedom of Movement
Our systems offer full slewing capability, allowing precise gangway positioning from any vessel orientation — even in tight approaches or shifting headings. - 3D Motion-Compensated Cargo Crane
Integrated directly into the gangway structure, this crane lifts up to 1000 kg of tools, materials, or spare parts — while compensating for vessel motion in real time. - Landing Reach up to 34.5 meters
Designed to handle high landing heights across a wide range of vessel and platform types — from low floaters to elevated substations. - Workability in Wind Speeds over 45+ knots
Our gangways remain operational even when the weather pushes others into standby, helping projects stay on track and avoid delays. - Full Motion Compensation
Including 6 degrees of freedom with active roll control, providing unmatched stability in dynamic marine conditions. - Plug-and-Play Deployment
Fast mobilization and demobilization make our systems ideal for both long-term integration and short-term chartering.
These features are not just options — they are engineered into every Safeway system as standard. It’s how we ensure safety, uptime, and performance — no matter where in the world you operate.
Powered by People
While our systems are known for their technology, none of this would exist without the people behind them. Over the past decade, it’s been the engineers, technicians, crew members, partners, and clients who’ve brought Safeway to life.
We’ve grown from a bold concept within the Van Aalst Group to a global offshore access provider — trusted by vessel operators, EPCs, and offshore developers alike. We’ve delivered systems to Asia, the Americas, and throughout Europe. We’ve helped power offshore wind farms, supported decommissioning campaigns, and enabled vessel-to-structure transfers in some of the toughest sea states on record.
To our team, our clients, our investors, our suppliers, and everyone who’s played a part in this journey: thank you.