Torquer Lifting Solutions raises £142.5k for hands-free crane technology

Remote-controlled crane load rotation developer Torquer Lifting Solutions has raised an estimated £142.5k to expand its suite of hands-free lifting tools. Based in Inverness, the company specializes in engineering products that automate load positioning to improve safety in the oil, gas, and construction industries.

Incorporated in October 2025, Torquer Lifting Solutions focuses on eliminating worker contact with moving crane loads. Its flagship product, the HALO (Hands-free Autonomous Load Orientation) system, provides remote control over load rotation. Unlike traditional load rotation systems that use high-speed rotating steel discs, the HALO uses accelerating water to generate torque. This design choice is intended to reduce energy usage and mitigate the mechanical dangers associated with gyroscopes.

The company also offers the SPEAR (Self Positioning Elevate And Release) and Catcher system. This technology is designed for the automatic connection and lifting of loads, removing the need for manual rigging and the use of tag lines or poles. These tools address safety concerns in marine environments, such as the North Sea, where worker contact with moving loads is a primary cause of offshore accidents.

The current funding round of £142.5k follows an allotment of shares in March 2026, with formal documentation filed the following month. As a recently established entity, the company has not yet released detailed financial metrics regarding revenue, profit, or total assets. LinkedIn records show the business currently has one employee.

The capital is for the continued development of the HALO and SPEAR systems as the company targets safety improvements in offshore and onshore lifting environments. Torquer Lifting Solutions operates from its headquarters in Inverness and maintains a focus on increasing crane productivity by reducing hook time through automation.