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Our History

Erfahrung & Kompetenz für Kräne in AKW seit 1984


The company name SKET has been known since 1954. In that year, the company was founded in Magdeburg as “VEB Schwermaschinenbau Kombinat ‘Ernst Thälmann’” (SKET) as part of the reorganization of heavy industry in the GDR.

From 1984 to 1990, SKET Schwermaschinenbau GmbH manufactured and supplied circular cranes for use in the WWER 1000 type nuclear power plants of that time.

Image of a circular crane being manufactured in 1984
1984 – Production of the first circular crane at SKET Schwermaschinenbau Kombinat Magdeburg
for the 5th power unit of the Kozloduy NPP / Bulgaria

From 1985 to October 1996, these special cranes were assembled, commissioned, and handed over to the operators of the nuclear power plants in Eastern Europe under the direction of the then chief engineer of SKET Schwermaschinenbau GmbH, Georg Krüger. These were newly developed cranes for a newly defined purpose. Consequently, during assembly, commissioning, and trial operation, defects were identified and became known firsthand to SKET personnel.

In October 1996, SKET Schwermaschinenbau GmbH, Crane Construction division, was liquidated. Out of this situation, Dipl.-Ing. Georg Krüger founded a company and took over the former SKET personnel. Since then, for 30 years, the company, now operating under the name “SKET Spezialkran GmbH”, protected by the German Patent and Trademark Office, and led by managing director Georg Krüger, has been dedicated to crane services. This young company took on the main task of eliminating the identified problems, which were not fully known to the young operators of the nuclear power plants, to ensure the safety-technical operation of the cranes for the necessary 30 years with new technical solutions.

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The Team

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Dipl. Ing. Georg Krüger

Managing Director

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+49 (0) 1747819912
g.krueger@sket-spezialkran.com

Ms. Olena Krüger Brings Extensive Experience and Profound Expertise in Management and Nuclear Power Technology. She Holds a University Degree in “Management” and Has Ten Years of Professional Experience, Including at a Nuclear Power Plant in Ukraine.

Personal Strengths

With her international perspective and expertise, Ms. Krüger combines technical know-how with business management skills. Her experience in the sensitive environment of nuclear power plants makes her an indispensable contact person for customers and partners worldwide.

Tasks and Responsibilities

Purchasing and procurement of strategic components
Sales and export management according to BAFA regulations
Contract management and international cooperation.
Optimization of supply chains and processes in an international environment

Olena Krüger

Head of Purchasing, Sales, and Contracts

“For me, efficiency and reliability are at the core of my work – for sustainable success and strong partnerships.”

+49 (0) 1736860876
o.krueger@sket-spezialkran.com

Ms. Olena Krüger Brings Extensive Experience and Profound Expertise in Management and Nuclear Power Technology. She Holds a University Degree in “Management” and Has Ten Years of Professional Experience, Including at a Nuclear Power Plant in Ukraine.

Personal Strengths

With her international perspective and expertise, Ms. Krüger combines technical know-how with business management skills. Her experience in the sensitive environment of nuclear power plants makes her an indispensable contact person for customers and partners worldwide.

Tasks and Responsibilities

Purchasing and procurement of strategic components
Sales and export management according to BAFA regulations
Contract management and international cooperation.
Optimization of supply chains and processes in an international environment

Dipl. Ing. Philipp Krüger

Head of Technology, Innovation, and Research

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+49 (0) 1712181872
p.krueger@sket-spezialkran.com

Dipl. Ing. Matthias Krüger

Position: Head of Assembly, Assessment, Quality Management

“With”my expertise, I want to help ensure that we continue to meet the highest quality and safety standards.

+49 (0) 1772951392
m.krueger@sket-spezialkran.com

Dipl.-Ing. Matthias Krüger is a certified expert for crane systems and brings many years of experience and comprehensive expertise in the inspection and assessment of crane systems. His expertise strengthens SKET Spezialkran GmbH / OOD, ensuring that we continue to meet the highest quality and safety standards. Mr. M. Krüger is your competent contact person for all questions regarding the inspection, maintenance, and safety of your SKET cranes.

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