About motherwell Bridge

About motherwell Bridge

where expertise, safety, and quality come together to transform your operations.

Since 1992, Motherwell Bridge has built a reputation for excellence in crane services, steel fabrication, and industrial engineering. From our roots in Malta to our global reach, we have successfully assembled over 400 cranes and supported critical infrastructure projects worldwide. Our legacy is built on safety, quality, and expertise - driving innovation to meet the ever-evolving demands of the industries we serve.

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Our Journey: A Legacy of Excellence and Innovation

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1992

A Strong Start

Motherwell Bridge Malta was founded to lead in steel fabrication, forging strategic partnerships with global industry leaders.

2003

Ownership Shift

Motherwell Bridge transitions to Maltese ownership

2004

Entering Port Equipment Services

Motherwell Bridge expands into port equipment services at Malta Freeport Terminals.

2005

Crane Assembly Since 2005

Motherwell Bridge erected its first RTG in Malta, marking the start of its crane assembly expertise.

2005

Appointed Distributors for Konecranes & Terberg in Malta

Motherwell Bridge appointed local representatives for Konecranes & Terberg in Malta.

2006

A Strategic Partnership with Konecranes

Motherwell Bridge began executing large-scale container crane assembly projects at global ports and terminals.

2010

100th RTG

Motherwell Bridge assembles its 100th RTG at Malta Freeport Terminals for market leaders Konecranes.

2014

Hoffman Representative in Malta and Libya

Motherwell Bridge appointed exclusive agent for Hoffman Group in Malta and Libya.

2017

Acquisition of Techniplus Ltd

Acquiring Techniplus in Casablanca strengthened the company's North African presence, supporting major ports across Morocco.

2024

450 plus cranes and counting

By 2024, Motherwell Bridge assembled over 450 cranes worldwide, setting industry benchmarks in crane assembly and engineering. From RTGs to Straddle Carriers, our expertise spans full installation lifecycles across five continents.

our VALUES

Integrity

We are honest. We are good communicators.

Integrity

We are honest. We are good communicators. We encourage, give and follow feedback. We do the right thing. We admit and learn from our mistakes. We are reliable.

Care

We achieve results through teamwork and empowered teams.

Care

We achieve results through teamwork and empowered teams. We make everyone feel like they belong here. We want our people to be happy here. We place confidence and trust in our people. We give everyone a chance to participate in idea generation. Diversity is our strength.

Ambition

We are passionate. We do things right. We are focused on customers.

Ambition

We are passionate. We do things right. We are focused on customers. We aim high. We elevate and champion talent. We celebrate achievement and show appreciation.

Innovation

We add skills, skills and more skills. We embrace challenges as opportunities.

Innovation

We add skills, skills and more skills. We embrace challenges as opportunities. We are curious. We are data driven. We invite change and new ideas. We push ourselves out of our comfort zone.

Impact for good

We are compassionate and mindful. We listen to our people, customers and our community.

Impact for good

We are resilient. We lead by example. We give our people tools to make an impact. We care for our planet.

our structure


Motherwell Bridge Industries is a subsidiary of Breakwater Investments Ltd, the shipping, logistics, oil & gas,  and engineering division of Hili Ventures Limited, a diversified group headquartered in Malta.

As part of this robust and international group, Motherwell Bridge benefits from the collective expertise and resources of a network active in engineering, shipping & logistics, and oil & gas. This backing enables us to deliver high-quality services and scalable solutions to clients across sectors.

Motherwell Bridge is also the parent company of Techniplus, based in Casablanca, Morocco. Through Techniplus, we extend our capabilities across north Africa, specialising in heavy lifting solutions, port crane services, and industrial maintenance.

Breakwater Investments is part of Hili Ventures, the holding company of a multi-disciplinary group operating in 10 countries across Europe and North Africa. With over 12,500 employees, Hili Ventures is engaged in food service & retail, real estate & hospitality, shipping & logistics, engineering and technology.

JOIN US

  • Be part of a leading industrial services provider with a global footprint.
  • Collaborate with a network of experts across engineering, logistics, and maritime sectors.
  • Gain access to large-scale, cross-border projects backed by a multinational group.
  • Grow within a group backed by the strength and stability of Hili Ventures.
  • Access professional development opportunities across 10 countries.

Our operations are guided by a safety-first approach, combined with deep technical expertise in the assembly, maintenance, and commissioning of heavy engineering equipment worldwide. By consistently delivering high-quality outcomes within strict timeframes, we position ourselves as a dependable engineering partner in complex, high-risk environments across international markets.

Tony Mallia
Managing Director, Motherwell Bridge