Hikitia, lifting logs, survey books and plans

Descriptive Data

Archives IdentifierDX002Date Range1925-1992DescriptionOperational records for the Hikitia that were on board the floating crane when ownership of it was transferred to Hikitia Heavy Lift in 1990.

The series includes:

- the original log covering her delivery voyage in 1926,

- lifting logs that cover 1927-1953 and document the work carried out by the Hikitea over this period, and

- survey and repair note books covering 1970-1992 that document operational work as well as maintenance carried out on the Hikitia, and

- a small number of design plans that are not held as part of the Wellington Harbour Board Archives (note digital copies are held; the originals remain with the Hikitia.

MediumBookletSystem of ArrangementLifting logs were held together in date order. Other registers just boxed and storedCollection TypeCommunity archives

Maps and Plans

[Hikitea], Yard No 485-6, Framing Arrangement, Crane Steamer Barge Drg 3

[Hikitea], Yard No 485-6, W T Bulkheads, Crane Steamer Barge Drg 4

Hikitea, Steel Deck, W T Bulkheads, Crane Steamer Barge Drg 5

80 Ton Steam Floating Crane, Detail of Circular Pathway and Rack

Hikitea, Plan of Framing Arrangement

[Hikitea], List of Pipes

[Hikitea], Valves and Pipes

Document

Log Book, Hikitea of Wellington

Hikitea, lifting log

Log and survey books

Access Information

Restriction StatusOpen

Related Agencies

Controlling or Creating AgencyHikitia Heavy Lift LimitedRelationship Date Range1980-2025

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